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Minto Obituaries May 15

James Tomlin James Tomlin of Harriston passed away at Grand River Hospital, Kitchener on Saturday, May 11, 2013 at the age of 59. Jim was the father of Chris Tomlin of Ingersoll, and Carrie Tomlin and Neal Amaral of London, and the grandfather of James Tomlin and Daniel Amaral. Remembered by his parents Glenn and [...]

Local diabetes activist honoured

HARRISTON – In all of Canada, 30 individuals have been recognized with Diamond Jubilee Medals for their work within the diabetes community.

Growing business catches Pitch It! prize

HARRISTON – Lakeridge Heating and Cooling owners Chris and Kelsey Langridge have big plans for their growing business.

NDSS boys rugby grabs first win in 13 years

PALMERSTON – It was certainly a long time coming, but the Norwell District Secondary School senior boys rugby team is back in the win column.

Minto Obituary May 8

Fred Kloos Frederik Jozephus “Fred” Kloos passed away at home on Friday, March 29, 2013 at the age of 73. Husband of the late Mabel Kloos, and brother of Harry Kloos and Coby Deboom, both of Rotterdam, Holland. Remembered by Bev and Ron Manser, many nieces and nephews in Holland, and by Mabel’s family. Predeceased [...]

Extended childcare program coming to schools in Upper Grand board

GUELPH — The Upper Grand District School Board signed agreements with childcare providers to offer before- and after-school care at 24 schools in the board.

Decades of commitment honoured

CLIFFORD – One could sense the thrill and excitement as members of Alice and George Van Ankum’s family began to arrive for Canadian Diabetes Association local branch’s information meeting and medal presentation on Thursday, April 4 at Drayton Reformed Church.
Regional director Kerry Bruder of Hamilton presented Drayton woman Alice Van Ankum with a certificate and Queen’s Jubilee Medal. Bruder noted that when he needs to share a story about the heart of volunteerism, he always starts with Van Ankum from the volunteer branch in Harriston, telling of her 37-year commitment to helping people with diabetes. He commended her for being the rock for her husband George, who has lived with diabetes for over 50 years. Bruder said he truly felt honoured to be able to present this award to Alice, one of the most deserving volunteers of the CDA.

Local group enjoys tales of Alaska

CLIFFORD – President Mary Mighton of the Clifford Merry Makers took 21 seniors on an adventuresome tour of her trip to Alaska at the seniors meeting held April 4 at Jamesway Manor in Clifford.
Announcements were made concerning upcoming events and luncheons and the card nights at the Hall. Dorothy Domm read interesting items from the seniors edition, The Voice. She asked if anyone could recall real ice boxes, light dimmers on the floors of cars, and bicycle pant clips. Jokes were shared about hunting female and male flies. A story was read about changes in life and how the image of grandma have changed from rocking chairs and knitting to grandmas shopping and going on bus trips and sitting pool side in red or yellow polka dotted bikinis.

Pike Lake open for 2013 golf season

Golfers who have been waiting for the warm weather to arrive to hit the links once again can breathe easy, as the Pike Lake Golf Centre is open for business.
One of the area’s finest golf courses took its first tee times of 2013 last Tuesday. The 27-hole course is currently overhauling four holes on the Links arm, but that isn’t stopping early birds from getting out to shoot a round.
“We think the new holes are coming along nicely,” said Pike Lake CPGA professional Greg Shaw, also saying that course conditions are “still wet but really playable”.

SUPER SPAGHETTI SUPPER

The Clifford Fire Department held its sixth annual spaghetti supper on April 20 at the Clifford Community Hall. This event has proven to be a successful fundraiser for the department in the past, and this year was no different. More than 150 people turn out for the event annually. On top of the supper that the fire fighters were dishing out on Saturday, they also responded to a fire call later that night to cap off their busy day.