WELLINGTON NORTH – Big Brothers Big Sisters of North Wellington (BBBSNW) is once again hosting its largest fundraiser, the Bowl For Kids Sake campaign.
Community News
Kenilworth Country Pantry aims to fill gap in community
KENILWORTH – David Yeh wasn’t initially planning to open a storefront when he brought his business operation to Kenilworth, but he’s happy to give the people what they want.
Wellington North saw unprecedented growth in 2024
WELLINGTON NORTH – Mayor Andy Lennox is calling the past year of growth in his township “unprecedented,” after the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC) released its 2024 assessment rolls.
Province provides almost $8 million for road projects in Minto, Mapleton
WELLINGTON COUNTY – The province is kicking in nearly $8 million to help fund two road reconstruction projects expected to facilitate the building of more homes.
Herrfort helps Canada claim silver at World University Games
WATERLOO – Palmerston native Leah Herrfort has returned from her second World University Games with a silver medal.
Former police officer honours victims through art
MAPLETON – After working for the Waterloo Regional Police Service for 26 years, Andy Knetsch needed an outlet to work through the horrors he faced on the job.
Ontario Heritage Trust approves plaque honouring Rae Luckock
ARTHUR – Wellington North has received approval from the Ontario Heritage Trust to install a plaque in Arthur to recognize pioneering politician Margarette Rae Morrison, known as Rae Luckock.
WHSS raises over $9,000 in Warm Winter Wishes campaign
WELLINGTON NORTH – Wellington Heights Secondary School’s annual Warm Winter Wishes campaign surpassed its $8,000 goal, raising $9,563 for disadvantaged families in the local community.
Wellington Heights students wrap up first semester activities
WELLINGTON NORTH – Students at Wellington Heights Secondary School have been completing culminating activities and final exams for Semester 1, which ends on Jan. 30.
Arthur students practice French with chef Susanne Thériault-Golds
WELLINGTON NORTH – Students at St. John Catholic School in Arthur practiced French, baked cookies, played music and learned about Métis history during an interactive lesson from Susanne Thériault-Golds on Jan. 22.
Minto council supports efforts to improve legal system
MINTO – Council here supports the Town of Cobalt in its efforts to improve the current state of what it calls “catch and release” justice in the Ontario legal system.
Minto partners with isotope coalition
MINTO – Canada has been a leader in the global supply of isotopes for several decades, and to help continue that success, Minto has officially partnered with the Southwestern Ontario Isotope Coalition (SOIC).
Fifth-generation Black Canadian to share ancestors’ stories
MINTO – The Minto community will be celebrating Black History Month with a woman who, through the help of her ancestors, has a lot to teach.
Mapleton approves zoning change for Drayton retail store, hobby barn
MAPLETON – Council here has approved a zoning change to permit a retail store and hobby barn with highland cows at 75 John St. in Drayton.
New Arthur facility to increase access to child care in Wellington North
ARTHUR – A new child care centre set to open in Wellington North this fall will more than double access rates for child care in the township.