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.
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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.
‘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.
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…
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.
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.
Police beat: OPP looking to identify two suspects in Erin break-in
ERIN – Police are looking to identify two suspects they say were involved in a break-in and theft here last month.
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.
Wellington County resident appointed to Order of Canada
CENTRE WELLINGTON – Dr. Andreas Laupacis said being appointed to the Order of Canada is an honour that is “very humbling in a big way" but there are many others he “worked with who also deserve it.”