MINTO – Council here has approved a plan to utilize just under $140,000 in federal/provincial Safe Restart Agreement funds to cover pandemic-related operational expenses from 2020, leaving about $125,000 in reserve for 2021.
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Town saves over $15,000 as pandemic reduces council travel
MINTO – The cost of paying local politicians in Minto decreased by more than $17,000 last year. The report, an annual requirement under the Municipal Act, shows salary and expenses paid to members of Minto council between Dec. 1, 2019 and Nov. 30, 2020 totalled $148,770.
Jake’s Take: Video and Editing Services puts families, businesses in the picture
MINTO – Harriston native Jake Bieman recently opened a new business here, offering video and editing services for both business and personal needs.
Water levels in Maitland River and Grand River high following spring melt
Caution urged – Water levels in both the Maitland River and Grand River were high following a…
One-storey limit at centre of dispute over development
KITCHENER – The definition of a “storey” as contained in a Town of Minto zoning bylaw was central to arguments at an Ontario Superior Court of Justice hearing from a virtual courtroom here on March 12.
Ministry investigating report of inspector visiting business without mask
MINTO – The province is investigating reports that one of its inspectors visited at least one local business unmasked during an inspection blitz to check for compliance with COVID-19 pandemic-related orders.
Minto recognizes ‘outstanding’ female business/community leaders
MINTO – In the week leading up to International Women’s Day on March 8, the Town of Minto and Minto Chamber of Commerce showcased a few of the community’s female business and community leaders.
Andersons’ Community Christmas cash donated to BBBS, Clifford Rotary
MINTO – Proceeds from the fifth annual Andersons’ Community Christmas event will be shared between the Clifford Rotary Club and Big Brothers, Big Sisters North Wellington.
Palmerston Foodland’s holiday drive supports Palmerston Food Bank
Feeding those in need – Palmerston Foodland customers answered the call to support the…
Dispute over Harriston townhouse development headed to court
HARRISTON – A local couple is about to get their day in court in a long-standing dispute over elements of a townhouse development behind their George Street home.