ELORA – Brock McKenzie of Elora and Jackson Bull of Orangeville, middle, won first place in their age group at the Hyrox Toronto 2025 competition.
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Erin unveils second phase of transportation master plan
ERIN – The second phase of Erin’s Transportation Master Plan was unveiled to the public at the Erin Legion on Oct. 22.
Palmerston Legion made multiple donations from Catch the Ace fundraiser
PALMERSTON – The Palmerston Legion made multiple community donations with proceeds from its Catch the Ace fundraiser.
Haunted Corn Maze raises $3,000 for hospital
MOOREFIELD – The second annual Haunted Corn Maze was held on the Ottens farm near Moorefield on Oct. 18.
Libraries can help people get cozy this fall
November brings shorter days and colder weather. It’s time to pull out our winter wardrobes and curl up by the fire with a good book.
Police beat: Officer assaulted: OPP
ARTHUR – An Arthur man has been charged with assaulting a police officer during an incident here last week.
Autism Dog Services’ silent auction begins Nov. 1
ONTARIO – Autism Dog Services (ADS) is holding its annual online auction Nov. 1 to 10 in benefit of the charity that provides service dogs to those with autism, and related disorders, throughout Southwestern Ontario.
Volunteer appreciation night closes Drayton anniversary celebration
DRAYTON – The Drayton 150 Celebration committee hosted a volunteer appreciation reception on Oct. 20 at the Drayton Festival Theatre.
Officer assaulted twice, woman arrested
GUELPH – A Guelph woman was arrested after a Guelph Police officer was assaulted twice last Saturday.
Orton photos show old and new railway stations
The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…
Guelph Tool Library brings better living seniors program to Elora
GUELPH – The “Living Better on Less for Seniors” program, run by the Guelph Tool Library, is now offered in Elora.
Post-Erin Fair cleanup is arranged
ERIN – Town of Erin environment and sustainability advisory committee co-chairs Jenn Edwards and…
New study pinpoints number of birds killed by cats each year
GUELPH – It’s no secret that birds are facing many threats in Canadian cities, but the leading cause of death may come as a surprise. It’s not avian flu or natural predators, but instead, outdoor cats.
Minto supports severance to subdivide four-plex
PALMERSTON – Minto council received a consent application to subdivide a four-plex dwelling so each unit can be sold separately.
Arthur Aces U9 team wins provincial gold
KENILWORTH – On Oct. 20 Wellington North council welcomed the Arthur Aces U9 #2 squad to its meeting to recognize the team for winning the U9 “F” gold medal at the 2025 Ontario Box Lacrosse Provincial Championships.