Digging in – While following physical distancing requirements, some of the Arthur Junior…
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Afternoon of hooky led to 1880 tragedy in Guelph
The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…
Thinking back
A couple decades ago I was regaled with the story of Smiley, who grew up in a small town in old Waterloo County.
Hearts
You’ll be relieved to know that the Carpenter did return home from the Elora waste facility last Saturday, which, as I explained last week, was not something I was certain would happen because that is his sacred place.
Junior gardeners helped plant in Arthur’s public gardens
Junior gardeners – Some Arthur Junior Horticultural Society members recently helped out with…
Hazardous waste depot on the move
ELORA – The County of Wellington’s Mobile Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Depot has moved…
Bowling event becomes baking event for BBBS
CENTRE WELLINGTON - Big Brothers Big Sisters of Centre Wellington has cancelled its Bowl For Kids Sake event and is now holding Bake for Kids Sake instead.
Wellington North Farmers’ Market opening June 20
MOUNT FOREST - The market, now in its seventh year, is moving to Saturday mornings in the parking lot at the Victory Community Centre in Mount Forest.
Palmerston Fair cancelled
PALMERSTON - The Palmerston Agricultural Society has announced the postponement of the 2020 Palmerston Fair until August of 2021.
State of emergency extended to June 30
TORONTO - The Ontario government has extended the current state of emergency until June 30.
County hires new chief librarian
WELLINGTON COUNTY - Rebecca Hine has been hired as the county’s new chief librarian.
County approves truck, plow purchases worth $1.5 million
WELLINGTON COUNTY - County council has authorized the purchase of $1.5 million worth of trucks and plowing equipment.
Arthur Fall Fair cancelled due to COVID-19
ARTHUR - The 164th Arthur Fall Fair has been cancelled.
Rixon Rafter to be inducted to OCNA Hall of Fame
TORONTO - Longtime Arthur Enterprise owner Rixon Rafter will be among the first inductees to the Ontario Community Newspapers Association (OCNA) Hall of Fame.