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Valuing Our History

Articles dedicated to preserving and exploring the rich heritage, historical landmarks, and pioneer stories of Wellington County.

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A tragic ending to the long life of an aging Erin Township farmer

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Family members of Mount Forest banker achieved distinction

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Gang of pick-pockets stirred up excitement - and escaped - in 1898

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Several county hotel keepers were charged in 1897 temperance sweep

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Ratepayers supported scheme for electric railways in 1920

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Four men changed pleas in 1921 attack on jailor

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1921 jail breaks were bad ideas for three men

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Palmerstons Imperial Hotel was an architectural gem

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Maryborough native had distinguished career in U.S.

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Canadas Emergency Measures Organization

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A small-town Christmas half a century ago

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A little known local survivor of the 1912 Titanic disaster