MITCHELL ADVOCATE Trillium grant helps spruce up Millbank park The renovations at Lyle Yost Me- morial Park in Millbank are a hit. Less than two years after the East representatives cele- brated the work that’s been doneas arcane ; said. “This funding is a testament to our government's continued support of our community a tonal be. tional infras Capital grants improve access to programs and technology community spaces, making it eas- ier for Ontarians to participate in community programs. Funded te grams, acti = Improve existin, es and support new build projects; Mt a = Improve access to facilities, pro- s services; a Pp from the provincial government’s Ontario Trillium Foundation. The grant, awarded in 2023, has helped with the replacement of ball diamond fencing, players’ benches and spectator stands at two diamonds. The existing fenc- ingand seating was atits end oflife and required replacement for the safety of both players and specta- tors, “Thisinvestmentby our provin- cial government will ensure ‘young and old can continue to enjoy the Lyle Yost Memorial Park,” Rae ter and more efficient; ceive the ongoing support of the Ontario Trillium Foundation (that) continuestobe an important part of contributing to our com- munity’s recreation vision,” Perth East Mayor Rhonda Ehgoetz said. “This grant has allowed needed improvements to be made to this facility. The Lyle Yost Memorial Park is a very well-used facility in the Perth East community and can continue to be ina safe manner.” Bust on Commanaie a Hello, Tanya © Connected My Network Things a SS SS ae ee oe HOMECOMING'S PUB NIGHT During Mitchell's 150 Homecoming celebration, a Pub Night is planned from 7-10 p.m. on Aug. 2 in the Tim Hortons Keterson Park pavilion where three souvenir glasses (and eight tokens) can be purchased for $20 ona first come, first served basis. Why not walk over after the fish fry and enjoy some brews/ciders and wines from local | establishments such as Black Donnelly, Cowbell, The Perth Farmhouse, Neustadt Spring Brews and Rutabaga Pale Ale. Single drink sample tokens will be available for purchase as well. A DJ night with Dustin Smith from cap the evening from 10 p.m. to 1 a.m. in the hospitality tent next to the pavilion. saci cameRow _ 1-800-265-4983 WWW. QUADRO.NET