MINTO – The Palmerston Lions Heritage Park has once again been subjected to vandalism in a recent spate of incidents leading up to Christmas and into the new year.
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Palmerston building demolished after major structure fire
PALMERSTON - Minto Fire, along with Mapleton and North Perth fire departments, have wrapped up operations at a fire that destroyed a building on Norman Street here.
Wellington North signing full-time dispatching agreement with Guelph Fire Department
WELLINGTON NORTH - Wellington North Fire Services is transitioning to county radio system; new dispatching arrangement will provide full-time dispatcher from Guelph Fire Department.
Palmerston Agricultural Society hosts successful online auction
The Palmerston Agricultural Society held a successful online auction this spring and donated $8,000…
Veteran firefighters provide crucial experience to fire service
MINTO – While modern equipment and up-to-date training are key to operating a successful fire department, there’s still no substitute for experience. Minto Fire has that in good supply, including two firefighters with a combined total of more than 90 years on the job.
Minto Fire respond to storage barn fire with support from other fire departments
Barn fire – Minto firefighters responded to a fire in a storage barn near Palmerston on…
Darren’s Day event cancelled due to COVID-19
PALMERSTON - The Darren’s Day steering committee has announced the 2021 Darren’s Day event will be cancelled due to physical distancing requirements related to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
Santa parades through streets of Clifford
Santa cruises Clifford – Clifford volunteer firefighters set out at 6pm on Nov. 28 to sound…
Santa cruises through Palmerston
Santa sighting – Minto firefighters brought the Santa Cruise to Palmerston on Dec. 5,…
Minto extends fire agreement with Howick, agrees to provide specialized rescue services
MINTO – The Town of Minto has approved a new five-year agreement to provide fire protection to a…
Santa Claus still coming to town – just in a different way
MINTO – While traditional parades here are cancelled, Minto Fire officials are reassuring local youths that Santa Claus will still be coming to town.
Fire service authorized to purchase used tanker
CLIFFORD – Town council has authorized Minto Fire Chief Chris Harrow to negotiate the purchase of…
Darren’s Day Family Day event brought Minto community together
Darren’s Day - Minto residents were treated to some Family Day Fun on Feb. 17 as the second annual Darren’s Day was held in Palmerston.
New defibrillators approved for Mapleton Fire Rescue
DRAYTON – New defibrillators are coming to Mapleton Township.
Minto Fire and Ice Family New Year’s Celebrations draws new year’s revellers
Family fun – The community came together to enjoy skating, games, activities and food, and a…