WELLINGTON COUNTY – While winter can be a magical time of year for most, many seasonal hazards such as ice and cold temperatures and social factors like loneliness can present obstacles.
Community News
Town of Minto named finalists in EDCO Awards of Excellence
MINTO – Two Town of Minto projects have been recognized as finalists in the annual Economic Developers Council of Ontario (EDCO) Awards of Excellence program – marking Minto’s third year as a finalist.
Wellington North council approves budget, 3.27% tax rate increase
KENILWORTH – Wellington North has passed its 2025 budget with a tax rate increase of 3.27 per cent.
Homeowners propose retail store, livestock in Drayton
DRAYTON – A new retail space and small hobby farm may be coming to the outskirts of Drayton.
Minto council approves $16-million budget, 6.5% tax levy increase
MINTO – During its last meeting of the year on Dec. 17, Minto council unanimously approved the town’s 2025 budget.
Mapleton considers significant changes to land use permit system
MAPLETON – Council here is considering making big changes to its land use control system. Permits are currently approved through a committee of adjustment, but council is considering scrapping this committee and instead moving to a community planning permit (CPP) system.
Conn church’s nativity display featured 576 Christmas story scenes
CONN – Knox Conn Presbyterian Church opened its doors from Dec. 6 to 8 to share its 8th annual Nativity Display.
Kindness makes Christmas
This is a Christmas story, and not just because it includes Santa, but because at its heart it’s about one simple gift: kindness.
Hawk’s Nest offers financial support for select entrepreneurs
WELLINGTON NORTH – The Saugeen Economic Development Corporation (SEDC) and Bruce Community Futures Development Corporation (Bruce CFDC) have partnered again to deliver the Hawks’ Nest, a Dragons’ Den-inspired competition where entrepreneurs from pitch business ideas in an attempt to secure financial
Minto council adopts recreation plan
MINTO – The town’s recreation plan was recently completed and approved by council after a year-long process.
Police investigating arson at Palmerston Lions Heritage Park
PALMERSTON – The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is seeking help from the public after a suspicious fire was reported in Palmerston over the weekend.
Weekend full of events scheduled for Drayton’s 150th celebration
DRAYTON – Next year will mark 150 years since Drayton’s incorporation as a village, and locals are planning to celebrate with a big birthday bash.
Mount Forest Curling Club to host provincial championship
MOUNT FOREST – The Mount Forest Curling Club is getting set to host the U18 Men's and Women's 2025 Provincial Curling Championship from Jan. 8 to 12, 2025, and volunteers are needed to make the event a success.
Council approves $36,000 in grants, fee waivers for community organizations
KENILWORTH – Wellington North council has approved more than $36,000 worth of community grants and donations for 2025.
WHSS students organize annual Warm Winter Wishes initiative
MOUNT FOREST – For more than 20 years, the Grade 12 business leadership class at Wellington Heights Secondary School (WHSS) in Mount Forest has championed the school’s Warm Winter Wishes charity initiative.