PALMERSTON – The Palmerston Legion made multiple community donations with proceeds from its Catch the Ace fundraiser.
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Haunted Corn Maze raises $3,000 for hospital
MOOREFIELD – The second annual Haunted Corn Maze was held on the Ottens farm near Moorefield on Oct. 18.
Libraries can help people get cozy this fall
November brings shorter days and colder weather. It’s time to pull out our winter wardrobes and curl up by the fire with a good book.
Minto supports severance to subdivide four-plex
PALMERSTON – Minto council received a consent application to subdivide a four-plex dwelling so each unit can be sold separately.
Clifford Connects hosts first Halloween Harvest
CLIFFORD – Clifford Rotary Celebration Square was filled with mystical creatures and unearthly decorations on Oct. 25 for Clifford’s first Halloween Harvest.
Harriston Halloween Haunt draws over 350 kids
HARRISTON – Over 350 kids flooded the streets of Harriston for the town’s Halloween Haunt on Oct. 24.
Wellington North council congratulates Arthur Fall Fair ambassador Mikayla Humphrey
KENILWORTH – Wellington North council welcomed Mikayla Humphrey to its Oct. 20 meeting to congratulate her on being named the Arthur Fall Fair Ambassador for 2025-26.
Mapleton tables $22.1-million budget, 3.1% tax rate increase
MAPLETON – Property owners here may see township taxes go up by about $60 next year. The proposed 2026 consolidated Mapleton budget totals $22.1 million, with a tax rate increase of 3.1 per cent.
WHSS girls’ field hockey team close another season
MOUNT FOREST – The Wellington Heights Secondary School Girls’ Field Hockey Team had another enjoyable season with lots of close games under the direction of coaches Shelley Bell and Justin Gibson.
Drayton 150 Celebration committee presents final report to council
MAPLETON – The Drayton 150 Celebration Committee presented its final report to Mapleton council on Oct. 14, expressing deep gratitude for the township’s partnership and support in making the anniversary weekend a success.
Health Care Heroes Radiothon continues tradition of support for local hospitals
NORTH WELLINGTON – On Oct. 18, the 24th Annual CKNX Health Care Heroes Radiothon broadcast on AM920, continuing its mission of support for local hospitals in mid-western Ontario.
Proposed pedestrian bridge to enhance safety, trail experience
WELLESLEY – A proposed pedestrian and cyclist bridge, southeast of Mapleton, is set to become part of the Guelph to Goderich (G2G) Rail Trail.
Mapleside Industries’ expansion proposal topic of public meeting
MAPLETON – A business just north of Wallenstein is hoping to expand its operations.
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Township of Wellington North launches new Facebook page
WELLINGTON NORTH – The Township of Wellington North has launched a new Facebook page to stay connected with the community and share township news and information.