ROCKWOOD – Jim’s Repair and BD Rentals is on the move, officials say. Jim’s Repair and BD…
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Silver Fox Distillery named Grand National Champion
ARTHUR - Silver Fox Distillery, owned and operated by Lisa and Mark Townsend, has been named the 2022 U.S. Open Spirits’ Grand National Champion as the recipient of six awards, including three golds.
Dixon’s Distillery named Best of Ontario – Spirits with LCBO award
GUELPH – JD Dixon got the surprise of his life when he learned the business he and his wife Vicky own, Dixon’s Distilled Spirits, was named Best of Ontario – Spirits at the LCBO’s Elsie Awards on May 3.
Art Arrows shop hosts grand opening in Mount Forest
Art Arrows opens – Leanne Clark recently held a grand opening for Art Arrows shop in Mount…
Ribbon-cutting event held for Country Chic Aesthetics
Country Chic Aesthetics – A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held at Country Chic Aesthetics on…
Business briefs: Funds to assist pandemic-impacted tourism businesses available
WELLINGTON COUNTY – A new program to help tourism businesses, organizations and municipalities recover from the impacts of the pandemic is available through Regional Tourism Organization 4 (RTO4).
Cooperative launches hay press capable of double compaction to facilitate export
MAPLETON – The first Ontario-based hay press capable of double compaction to facilitate export was unveiled at Marhaven Agri here on April 23. Hay Press Company, in collaboration with the Ontario Hay and Forage Cooperative, launched the press at an open house attended by around 100 people.
Council agrees to defer development charges for Stirling Marathon
ELORA – Centre Wellington council agreed to a development charge (DC) late payment agreement between the township and Stirling Marathon at its April 25 council meeting.
PitchIt! Minto competition returns
HARRISTON - After taking a year, off the Town of Minto and LaunchIt Business Exploration Centre recently announced the return of the PitchIt! Minto Business Plan Competition, now in its 10th year.
Kids Corner consignment store opens in Mount Forest
Kids Corner – Stumbled Upon (Consignment Store) in Mount Forest celebrated its 10 year…
Elora BIA appointments announced
ELORA – Centre Wellington council approved new appointments to the board of management of the…
COIL program offering grants, training, mentorship on circular economy
WELLINGTON COUNTY - The Circular Opportunity Innovation Launchpad (COIL) project’s Evolve Circular Pre-Accelerator funding stream is open until April 18.
CW Chamber of Commerce releases nominees for Awards of Excellence
CENTRE WELLINGTON – The Centre Wellington Chamber of Commerce has announced the nominees for this year’s Awards of Excellence, along with its plan for an in-person gala.
Fergus Lions Home and Leisure Show returns May 4 to 6
FERGUS – The Fergus Lions Home and Leisure Show will return to the Centre Wellington Community Sportsplex May 4 to 6. The show has been held every year since 1978, with the exception of 2020 and 2021.
Area farm cooperative members set to vote on amalgamation recommendation
HARRISTON – A merger between two local farm co-operatives is being recommended to members by the board of directors of both companies.