Serene spring scene – A large flock of swans could be observed floating in a flooded field…
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New organizational structure for passive trails, parks in Minto
MINTO – A new organizational structure is being put in place for managing passive trails and parks here.
Council designates Safe Restart funds to cover past, pending pandemic expenses
MINTO – Council here has approved a plan to utilize just under $140,000 in federal/provincial Safe Restart Agreement funds to cover pandemic-related operational expenses from 2020, leaving about $125,000 in reserve for 2021.
Town saves over $15,000 as pandemic reduces council travel
MINTO – The cost of paying local politicians in Minto decreased by more than $17,000 last year. The report, an annual requirement under the Municipal Act, shows salary and expenses paid to members of Minto council between Dec. 1, 2019 and Nov. 30, 2020 totalled $148,770.
Minto recognizes ‘outstanding’ female business/community leaders
MINTO – In the week leading up to International Women’s Day on March 8, the Town of Minto and Minto Chamber of Commerce showcased a few of the community’s female business and community leaders.
Palmerston Foodland’s holiday drive supports Palmerston Food Bank
Feeding those in need – Palmerston Foodland customers answered the call to support the…
Dispute over Harriston townhouse development headed to court
HARRISTON – A local couple is about to get their day in court in a long-standing dispute over elements of a townhouse development behind their George Street home.
Non-profit groups apply for action plan grants
MINTO – Seven local non-profit organizations have applied for a grant to cover the cost of an upgraded Zoom account to facilitate meetings.
Recreation program plans remain flexible in Minto
MINTO – Plans for recreation programming remain flexible here, as the region readjusts to the provincial COVID-19 framework following the lifting of a province-wide stay-at-home order on Feb. 12.
Minto updating development charges bylaw to reflect changes in provincial legislation
MINTO – A public meeting was held on March 2 on proposed amendments to the Town of Minto’s development charges bylaw.
Minto to consider report on proposed off-road vehicles bylaw in April
MINTO – A report on a proposed bylaw to allow use of off-road vehicles (ORVs) on municipal roads is expected to be on the agenda for the April 6 town council meeting.
Tender approved for Brunswick Street bridge replacement in Palmerston
PALMERSTON - A tender for the replacement of the Brunswick Street bridge here has been awarded to Roubos Farm Service Ltd.
Sparkling scenery in Minto
Sparkling scenery – Recent snowfalls have created a variety of pleasant scenes around…
Funding ending for Harriston and area mental health clinic
MINTO- A grant that funds lifesaving mental health services to residents here will run out on March 31.
Meals on Wheels adjusted services due to pandemic
CLIFFORD – Volunteers for the Clifford Community Meals on Wheels deliver hot, nutritious…