DRAYTON – A family of four lost its home and possessions as a result of Jan. 4 house fire on Wellington Street here. Mapleton Fire Chief Rick Richardson said it was fortunate no one was home when the fire broke out just after 8pm.
Community News
Arthur native recognized for work in emergency medical services
KENORA – A former Wellington County resident was recently recognized for a remarkable career in emergency medical service, much of it spent providing first response training in Indigenous communities in Ontario’s far north.
Local funeral directors lauded for 50 years in business
WELLINGTON COUNTY – It might seem an unusual career path right out of high school, but both Graham Giddy and Allan Lee have found being funeral directors to be deeply meaningful, satisfying, and important work. And they each received recognition in 2022 for 50 years in the business.
‘Very frustrating’: township responds to new legislation
KENILWORTH – Wellington North council discussed how to retain control and input into community growth as local bylaws are aligned with new provincial legislation passed last year.
Drayton, Minto minor hockey associations ponder amalgamation
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Minor hockey associations based in Mapleton and Minto are pondering an amalgamation. Families involved in both the Drayton Minor Hockey (DMH) and the Minto Minor Hockey (MMH) will be given the opportunity to vote on the proposal on Jan. 31 and Feb. 1.
Winter storm batters region, plays havoc with holiday travel
WELLINGTON COUNTY – A major snowstorm disrupted Christmas plans and stranded travellers across the region between Dec. 23 and 26.
Mount Forest Lions make donation to Mount Forest Community Pantry
Lions donation – The Mount Forest Lions donated $5,369 in proceeds from a Dec. 14 food gift card…
Reflections: Letting the story change us
Once again Christmas and its “trimmings” are behind us (except of course for the imminent,…
Council denies rezoning for home on family’s land in Arthur
KENILWORTH – Wellington North council voted against rezoning land in the northern reaches of Arthur to permit the construction of a home, with Mayor Andy Lennox voicing several concerns with the proposal during a recent public meeting.
2022 Edna Litt Memorial Award presented to Ethel Weber
Memorial award – The 2022 Edna Litt Memorial Award was presented to Ethel Weber at the annual…
Touring comedian Shaun Majumder to appear at theatre in Harriston this March
HARRISTON – Love is no joke, but comedian Shaun Majumder finds a way to make it funny.
Mount Forest Curling Club among Strathcona Cup competition hosts
MOUNT FOREST – The Mount Forest Curling Club (MFCC) is among the hosts for an international curling event.
Real and Beyond name of new show at art gallery in Minto
MINTO – Real and Beyond is the name of the latest exhibition at the Minto Arts Gallery.
Minto hosts Fire and Ice New Year’s Eve event
Bringing in the new year – The Fire and Ice New Year’s Eve party hosted by the Town of Minto and Minto firefighters drew a crowd of over 500 to the Palmerston arena on Dec. 31.
Significant rainfall prompts water safety statements from area conservation authorities
WELLINGTON COUNTY - Recent weather conditions have prompted area conservation authorities to release water safety statements urging caution around waterways.