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Clifford Rotary donates $800 to Rotary Hand Up
CLIFFORD – The Clifford Rotary Club donated $800 to Rotary Hand Up, an association of Rotary Clubs in District 6330 formed around 30 years ago with the goal of providing international humanitarian aid through global and district grants.
Mapleton’s community improvement funds to grow by $30,000 over two years
MAPLETON – Council here has agreed to more than double the township’s annual funding allocation for its Community Improvement Plan (CIP).
Clifford Carnival coming back bigger and better
CLIFFORD – The Clifford Carnival is almost here and officials say it’s going to be the biggest summer celebration yet.
NDSS students recognized at commencement
PALMERSTON – The Norwell District Secondary School commencement ceremony for the graduating class of 2025 was held at the school on June 13.
Harriston church hosts July 1 party
HARRISTON – The Crossroads Life Church in Harriston will be hosting its annual Canada Day celebration on July 1 from 6 to 10pm.
Norwell DSS students receive athletic awards
PALMERSTON – Norwell District Secondary School handed out several athletic awards recently. Several students were recognized for their athletic abilities and dedication.
School boards celebrate first Project SEARCH graduating class
GUELPH – The first class of the University of Guelph’s (U of G) Project SEARCH program graduated June 25.
Prince Phillip Games coming to Fergus
FERGUS – Pony Club members will be participating in Mounted Games at the Centre Wellington Community Sportsplex on July 13.
United Church celebrates 100 years: Arthur United Church historical timeline
ARTHUR – The United Church of Canada is celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2025, and the Advertiser will be featuring local United churches/congregations throughout the year.
Drayton 150 almost here
DRAYTON – A 150th anniversary celebration here is set to include live music, a soap box derby, tournaments, a car show, fresh food, a parade and fireworks.
OPINION: Ontario farms produce more than many people think
ONTARIO – Ontario farms produce more than 200 different food and farm products, giving consumers a wide range of options for filling their shopping carts and dinner plates with local food all year long.
Drayton to combine Canada Day, 150th events for grand celebration
DRAYTON – The Drayton Fairgrounds will be jam-packed June 27 to 29 with activities for the whole family, paying homage to both the village and the country.
Woman abandoned infant near Mount Forest in 1886
The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…
Strawberry festival and teddy bear caper at the Wellington County Museum and Archives
Wellington County held its second Strawberry Festival at the Wellington County Museum and Archives on June 21 and it stopped raining long enough for this family to sample some locally-grown strawberries.