It started as a simple idea. Wellington County set out to plant 150,000 trees in 2004 to celebrate…
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NDP: Real action needed to protect retirement
The Dalton McGuinty Liberals are ignoring their own expert’s recommendations and leaving too…
Duane Falk: In pursuit of the perfect potato
Duane Falk now revels in a pastime he once shunned as a full-time job. Decades ago, the plant…
Safety Day aims to teach kids about farm dangers
With busy spring season fast approaching, child safety is a major concern, according Walter Grose,…
Prairie Oyster coming to Riverfest on weekend
Country music veterans Prairie Oyster are taking the stage this Saturday at Riverfest, on the…
Dr. Kate Flanigan: Its all about the animals for area veterinarian
“Unattended children will be given espresso and a free kitten” (sign on the wall at the…
Councillors have questions, concerns; defer fair trade proposal
It might seem like one of those motherhood issues that nobody could object to, but councillors here…
Lots of visitors as countys annual plowing match returns to town
There were a number of visitors out early Thursday morning as the county Plowing Match returned to…
Roads close for parades
When fair time comes in Arthur, the roads will close – temporarily. Councillors here recently…
REVIEW: Cowgirls is an interesting musical showdown
While there still may be time to rustle up some tickets for Cowgirls, don’t expect a lot of…
Casson connection recognized with plaque at village restaurant
Standing in almost the identical spot where A.J. Casson sat over 80 years ago to paint one of his…
Third annual Gallery Fest – a special family event on Sept. 4
The Wellington Artists’ Gallery and Art Centre on County Road 29, southeast of Fergus is…
Chris White appointed to AMO board of directors
At the Annual Conference of the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO), Chris White, Mayor…
Tragedies must end says OPP chief
Chief Superintendent for Western Region OPP Ron Gentle is warning citizens of Ontario of the…
Roxy Theatre closes doors in Mt. Forest
The shows will go on – but not at The Old Roxy in Mount Forest. Over the past few weeks, the…