CLIFFORD – The annual Clifford Connects Carnival Celebration, held July 12, was an unprecedented success, drawing the largest crowd in the event’s history and filling downtown Clifford with vibrant community spirit, organizers state.
Perth-Wellington MP John Nater
Mount Forest teen cooks up project to raise funds for new wheels
MOUNT FOREST – For 15-year-old John Ray, fundraising is just a part of life, and his most recent project is a cookbook aimed at sharing healthy recipes while helping him raise money for a new mobility van.
Wellington Produce Packaging marks multiple milestones following fire that destroyed warehouse last year
MOUNT FOREST – On Oct. 18, Wellington Produce Packaging's employees, customers and suppliers joined government representatives and others for a ribbon cutting ceremony to officially open a new addition to its plant.
Mapleton officials irked at rejection of funding application for arena upgrades
MAPLETON – Officials here are upset the township’s latest application for Infrastructure Canada funding to upgrade the PMD Arena and Community Centre was rejected and are seeking to take their case directly to the minister in charge.
Water tower refurbishment celebrated in Mount Forest
MOUNT FOREST – A modest-sized group gathered at the base of the water tower here on Oct. 13 to celebrate the completion of the three-month refurbishment project.
Arthur celebrates 100th anniversary of local cenotaph
ARTHUR – The 100th anniversary of the cenotaph in Arthur was celebrated in style with a ceremony in Memorial Park here on Aug. 6.
Bosman Homefront celebrates 25 years in business with open house
TEVIOTDALE – Bosman Homefront celebrated 25 years in business and the grand opening of a local manufacturing facility with an open house on April 29.
Government says budget will help Canadians in difficult times; Chong calls it ‘terrible plan’
OTTAWA – One local MP calls it “fiscal fantasy,” but Liberal officials say the federal budget unveiled last week includes vital programs to help Canadians, including initiatives to address health/dental care and affordability.
Ceremonial first tree tapping held in Atwood on Feb. 24
ATWOOD – The chilly conditions didn’t keep maple syrup enthusiasts away on Friday, Feb. 24, as about 40 people gathered at Hoover’s Maple Syrup operation on Line 78 north of Atwood for the ceremonial first tree tapping of the season.
Bowl for Kids fundraiser rolling again
MOUNT FOREST – The Big Brothers Big Sisters North Wellington (BBBSBW) Bowl for Kids campaign kicked off on Feb. 5, with 191 bowlers from Minto and Mapleton raising $15,788 on day one.
Family Day on ice events to be held in Minto and Mapleton
Family Day on ice – Minto and Mapleton residents will have the opportunity to spend the Family…
Jubilee pins presented to local residents
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Pins were presented to 25 county residents by Perth-Wellington MP John Nater during 2022.
Application period open for 2023 Canada Summer Jobs program
STRATFORD - Perth-Wellington MP John Nater, recently announced the employer application process for funding under the Canada Summer Jobs 2023 program is now open.
Remembrance ceremony held in Clifford
Remembrance service – Harriston Royal Canadian Legion Branch 296 held a Remembrance ceremony at…
Minto streets dedicated to local veteran families
Street dedication - Roughly 40 people, including local dignitaries and family members, gathered on the morning of Oct. 29 at newly unveiled street signs in Palmerston, commemorating the lives of eight men from both the Bridge and Stephenson families who served in the First and Second World Wars.