MAPLETON – On May 3, Mapleton, Minto and Wellington North fire services got together to tackle the Ontario Fire College Mobile Live Fire Training Unit.
Community News
Council approves variance to permit grain bin close to property line
KENILWORTH – Wellington North council has approved a minor variance that permits the construction of a new grain bin on a two-hectare property at 9820 Highway 6.
Young entrepreneur to host beauty salon grand opening in Palmerston
PALMERSTON – A new beauty salon, owned by a young entrepreneur, is slated to hold its grand opening very soon.
Developers one step closer to building beside Riverstown Waste Facility
KENILWORTH – Agricultural, commercial and rural industrial uses are now permitted on a lot beside the Riverstown Waste Facility.
Mount Forest Horticultural Society plant sale set for May 24
MOUNT FOREST – The Mount Forest Horticultural Society is hosting a plant sale from 9am to 2pm on May 24.
Clifford Rotary Club hosts annual Trees and Quackers duck race
CLIFFORD – Once again the Clifford Rotary Club hosted its annual Trees and Quackers duck race, a 35-year tradition in town that raises funds the club then allocates to local initiatives.
Harriston to host Cultural Symposium at library on May 30
HARRISTON – An event representing the importance of arts and culture in rural communities is making its way to Minto.
Craig Beck revealed as first 2025 Hawks’ Nest investor
NEUSTADT – The Saugeen Economic Development Corporation (SEDC) and Bruce Community Futures Development Corporation (Bruce CFDC) have announced Beck Auto Group owner Craig Beck is the first “angel investor” for the Hawks’ Nest Competition.
Reflections: No hold on me: Part three
Freedom reigns in my world, just as it does in Heaven, for Christ is the Lord of both. As it is in Heaven, the manacles that once held me no longer hold me.
Minto celebrates over 20 volunteers at appreciation dinner
MINTO – The Town of Minto celebrated local volunteers at its annual Volunteer Appreciation Dinner at the Harriston-Minto Community Complex on April 29.
The Owl’s Nest School prepares for the Taste Real Spring Rural Romp
HARRISTON – The Owl’s Nest School outside of Harriston has been preparing to feature the school at the Taste Real Spring Rural Romp, making quality projects to sell at its Kids Market.
Mulch sale for crime stoppers
MOUNT FOREST – Young’s Home Hardware is holding a mulch sale fundraiser for Crime Stoppers Guelph Wellington (CSGW) on May 10.
John Ford Award committee forms
MAPLETON – John Ford Award recipients will be selected by a committee including a member of Ford’s family, Mayor Gregg Davidson, councillor Marlene Ottens and clerk Larry Wheeler.
Harriston Food Bank celebrates 35th anniversary
HARRISTON – On March 7, 1990, Bev May founded the Harriston Food Bank with a $100 donation.
Arthur says goodbye to longtime community builder, business owner David Kozinets
ARTHUR – The man who worked tirelessly to put Arthur on the map and build a successful clothing store in the middle of the quiet farming community has died.