Don Harris recognized on new bridge plaque

The preservation of a local historic bridge has been recognized by Heritage Centre Wellington.
Last Thursday, during Heritage Week, members of the committee, township officials and residents gathered for the official unveiling of a new plaque recognizing the efforts of residents in saving the David Street bridge's historic centre pier.
The plaque specifically recognizes Don Harris, but HCW chair Kathy Baranski also mentioned Jim Reid, Richard Taylor, and David Neelin for their contribution to saving the stone pier.
Ken Elder, Art Walpole and the township's public works department were cited for building the stone cairn where the plaque rests.

Thomson Funeral Home, Legions set up memorials to Canadian soldiers

As the number of Canadian soldiers killed in Afghanistan continues to rise, the community is invited to participate in sending their condolences to the families of our brave soldiers who pay the ultimate price.
Thomson Funeral Home has partnered with both the Fergus Branch 275 and Elora Branch 229 of the Royal Canadian Legion to donate a memorial station to each branch, and will donate a book of condolences for each soldier that passes away.

County slows down library building program

The funding for future library projects - including possible renovations to the Fergus library branch - has been pushed further into the future by Wellington County council.
Councillors endorsed Mapleton Ward Councillor Carl Hall's suggestion Jan. 28 to spread funding for library projects in Harriston, Puslinch and Centre Wellington over five years rather than three.
The move, voted in during a short discussion on the 2010 budget, doesn't affect the budget, but will impact the county's five-year financial plan.

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