DRAYTON – The African Children’s Choir is celebrating its 40th anniversary during their Canadian Tour, “marking four decades of transforming lives through the power of music, education and hope,” officials state in a press release.
Mapleton
At the Library: Libraries recognize Emergency Preparedness Week
Natural hazards may be beyond our control, but there are ways to reduce the risk and the impact of whatever emergency we might face.
Mapleton opts not to regulate short-term rentals
MAPLETON – Airbnbs here won’t be municipally regulated anytime soon, despite a recommendation from a Mapleton planner to license, regulate and inspect short-term rental accommodations.
Mapleton forms municipal service corporation for water, wastewater upgrades
MAPLETON – Council here has endorsed the creation of a municipal service corporation (MSC) to increase the township’s flexibility in financing upcoming water and wastewater upgrades.
Minto-Mapleton FHT kinesiologist recommends health agendas
MINTO-MAPLETON – There’s something incredibly satisfying about checking off a task on your to-do list – it’s that little spark of accomplishment that reminds you you’re making progress.
Police beat: Construction equipment stolen
PUSLINCH – On April 10 at about 9am, Wellington County OPP received a report about a theft at a property on Wellington Road 34 near Victoria Road South.
Mapleton’s Mitchel Walker has dream RAM Rodeo season
MAPLETON – From zero to top of the leader board, Mapleton cowboy Mitchel Walker won big at the 2024 RAM Rodeo awards ceremony in Orangeville on March 22.
Drayton Farm Show raises over $5,000 for Kinsmen initiatives
DRAYTON – The 41st annual Drayton Farm Show took place last week, hosting over 100 vendors.
Mapleton sheep farmers named Ontario’s Outstanding Young Farmers
MAPLETON – Romy and Ryan Schill of Circle R Livestock and Revolution Wool have been named winners of Ontario’s Outstanding Young Farmers Program for 2025, and will go on to represent the province at the national level.
Grand River Conservation Authority issues flood warnings in Drayton
MAPLETON – Drayton was one of many areas for which the Grand River Conservation Authority issued a flood warning message last week.