The Seniors Centre for Excellence is hosting a Fraud Talk with Crime Stoppers Guelph Wellington and Victim Services as part of their Wisdom Series Workshops next Wednesday.The event will be held at the Mount Forest branch of the Wellington County Public Library from...
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Drug lab dismantled in Walkerton
Police have dismantled a clandestine drug laboratory in Walkerton.Last Wednesday, police executed a search warrant at an address in Walkerton, and the accused was taken into custody without incident.During the execution of the warrant, police discovered a clandestine...
Wellington County Museum and Archives wins 2024 Ontario’s Choice Award
The Wellington County Museum and Archives won the Top Small Museum/Art Gallery/Historic Site at last week's 2024 Ontario’s Choice Awards. This accolade, awarded by Attractions Ontario, recognizes the WCMA's outstanding contributions to preserving and sharing the rich...
No injuries, $50,000 damage after house fire near Arthur last week
Last Wednesday afternoon, there was a house fire on Wellington Road 109, between Hwy. 6 and Line 1, near Arthur.Wellington North Fire Deputy Director Callise Loos said, "Great work with crews on scene performing roof operations contained fire to the attic above the...
More than $4,000 raised at 2024 Mount Forest Terry Fox Run
The annual Terry Fox Run was held yesterday across Canada, and in Mount Forest, more than $4,000 was raised on behalf of the Terry Fox Foundation. The money will go towards cancer research.The Mount Forest Lions Club looks after efforts in Mount Forest and area, known...