WELLINGTON COUNTY – The province’s proposed easing of restrictions on development of farmland, especially for gravel pits, has prompted objections from the Concerned Residents Coalition (CRC) and the Wellington County planning department.
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Local fire department rental fee waiver request sparks council discussion
MAPLETON - Discussion over waiving the fees to rent out the PMD arena for fire events caused confusion in council on Oct. 22.
Drayton skating club celebrate Halloween
Spooky skaters - The Drayton skating club recently held a pre-Halloween dress-up night. Intermediate skaters hit the ice in costume as part of the fun.
Mapleton fire department honours deputy chief for 30 years of service
Service award - Mapleton fire department deputy chief Daryl Brodhaecker was presented with a federal award and medal for his 30 years of service on Oct. 22.
Township considers solar energy to reduce energy cost at four municipal buildings
MAPLETON - Council here is considering installing solar panels at four township buildings to reduce the municipality’s energy cost having received a presentation from QPA Solar Inc. for information on Oct. 22.
Wellington County Plowmen’s Association present plowing royalty titles
Plowing royalty - The Wellington County Plowmen’s Association held their annual banquet in Alma on Oct. 26.
Darren’s Day funds used to enhance facilities
PALMERSTON - The goal behind Darren’s Day 2019 was to honour the memory of Darren More and give back to the community he loved so much.
Seniors club offering afternoon of musical entertainment in Harriston
HARRISTON – The Harriston 55 Club is hosting an afternoon of entertainment with Maryanne Holst singing and playing the keyboard.
Crime Stoppers urges action during Woman Abuse Prevention Month
WELLINGTON COUNTY - It’s disheartening to know that violence against women has reached such a level that each year a month has been dedicated to creating awareness of this crime.
Drayton doubles Listowel in NDCHL hockey action
DRAYTON 8 LISTOWEL 4 The game was tied after the first period and Listowel took the lead after the…
Drayton Rotary Club held Thanksgiving Cruise Night
Cruise Night - The Drayton Rotary Club held another Cruise Night on Oct. 7 , with over 80 cars out to celebrate fall and Thanksgiving.
Salute a Veteran banner program now a coast to coast tribute
HARRISTON - With Remembrance Day fast approaching, many communities will be displaying and honouring veterans with colourful banners on street lamp posts.
Movies scenes to be filmed in Harriston
HARRISTON – Scenes from an upcoming movie by a Toronto-based production company will be filmed in and around Harriston over the next few weeks.
Arthur Snowblazers to hold first meeting
ARTHUR - The Arthur Snowblazers club will hold its first meeting of the season on Nov. 12.
Annual Remembrance ceremony held at Wellington County Museum
Fallen honoured - The annual Remembrance ceremony at the Wellington County Museum and Archives featuring local legions honouring the fallen from Wellington County took place on Nov. 5.