ARTHUR – Melanie Morel offers her homemade jams and salsa for sale during the Arthur Lions…
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Arthur and District Horticultural Society installs its board
ARTHUR – The Arthur and District Horticultural Society installed its board during its annual general meeting on Nov. 20.
Mount Forest taekwondo fighter taking on the world
MOUNT FOREST - Dave Reeves is a master taekwondo fighter out of Mount Forest, and at 50 years old, he’s at last representing Canada on the world stage in the United Arab Emirates this week.
Wellington North mayor, councillors to receive pay raises of more than 30%
KENILWORTH – The total annual remuneration for Wellington North’s mayor and councillors is set to increase by 33 per cent in 2027.
Police on lookout after hit-and-run in Wellington North
WELLINGTON NORTH - Wellington County OPP are looking for a dark-coloured SUV, possibly with damage to the rear passenger side, following a hit-and-run outside of Mount Forest.
Arthur Opti-Mrs. Santa Claus Parade will light up the night
ARTHUR – Lights will be twinkling, bells will be ringing, and local residents will huddle on sidewalks to watch as the Arthur OptiMrs. Santa Claus Parade makes its way through the village on Nov. 29.
Minto residents supporting Jamaican workers, families in hurricane’s aftermath
HARRISTON - Jamaicans working on Wellington County farms are packing clothing, food and hygiene items – donated in part by Minto residents – into barrels destined for loved ones in Jamaica in the aftermath of Hurricane Melissa.
Arthur Optimist Club has fulfilled its pledge of a $10,000 donation to the Aboyne Rural Hospice
ARTHUR – The Arthur Optimist Club has fulfilled its pledge of a $10,000 donation to the Aboyne Rural Hospice fundraising campaign.
Holiday Smile Cookies will again support Louise Marshall Hospital
MOUNT FOREST – Tim Hortons restaurants across Canada will kick off their Holiday Smile Cookie campaigns on Nov. 17, and the Mount Forest location has once again chosen to support the Louise Marshall Hospital Foundation with a portion of the proceeds.
Wellington North considers cuts to reduce proposed 4.1% tax levy increase
KENILWORTH – A $25.24-million budget, with a net tax levy increase of 4.13 per cent, has been proposed by Wellington North staff. But staff was directed to return next month with a smaller tax increase.