HARRISTON – Minto’s diversity, equity and inclusion committee is hosting an Indigenous Celebration on Sept. 27, starting at 12:45pm.
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Fair
It’s fair to say that I enjoyed the 188th Fergus Fall Fair last weekend. Well done, everyone.
Find some kind
It had been some time since we stared deep into her brown eyes.
Informal meetings with mayor coming
CENTRE WELLINGTON – Mayor Shawn Watters is providing two opportunities for residents to connect and talk about township priorities, projects and any other concerns.
Centre Wellington Shuffleboard Hall of Famers
CENTRE WELLINGTON – Centre Wellington Shuffleboard Club members Myrna Bilton, left, and Bernice and Norm Lindsay were recently inducted into the Canadian National Shuffleboard Association Hall of Fame at Blenheim, Ontario.
Erin branch to celebrate Legion Week
ERIN – The Erin Legion is hosting a breakfast to kick off Legion Week on Sept. 21.
Highland Old Guys rugby team battles hard in Burlington
FERGUS – The Highland Old Guys (HOGS) rugby squad made the trek to Burlington on Aug. 17 for a match against the Niagara Old Boys (NOBS), representing Fergus in their distinctive green and white jerseys.
All Nations Grand River Water Walk coming through Centre Wellington Sept. 22
CENTRE WELLINGTON – From Sept. 21 to 27, people from across the Grand River watershed will walk together to honour Nibi (water) and raise awareness of local water issues.
Arthur Twisters Blue U11 girls softball team wins first place in Arthur parade
ARTHUR – The U11 Arthur Twisters Blue girls’ softball team has added another highlight to its season: taking first place in the Arthur Fall Fair Parade on Sept. 5.
Mary Lynne Forrest Memorial Golf Tournament raises $65,000 for Louise Marshall Hospital
MOUNT FOREST – July 16 marked the return of the Mary Lynne Forrest Memorial Golf Tournament at Pike Lake Golf Club.
Harriston-Minto Fall Fair featured soapbox derby and more
MINTO – The Harriston-Minto Fall Fair took place from Sept. 12 to 14.
Township hosting Puslinch Community Showcase, 175th anniversary event
ABERFOYLE – The Township of Puslinch is hosting the second annual Puslinch Community Showcase and the township’s 175th anniversary, a special community celebration highlighted by the unveiling of the Killean School Bell Cairn.
Walk for Parkinson’s a success
FERGUS – Ten years ago Rob Eccelstone started an event that has raised around $250,000.
Ab Hesselink nominated for 2025 Ontario Senior Achievement Award
MAPLETON – The Ontario Senior Achievement Award recognizes “extraordinary seniors who, after the age of 65, have made significant contributions to their community or province.”
Agricultural society staged inaugural Erin Fall Fair in 1950
The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…