TORONTO – Fergus resident Wilfred Thyssen, 67, was sentenced in Toronto Court by Justice Jonathan Bliss this month to a term of more than five years in prison for arranging to have sex with children and breaching a bail condition.
Clifford Medical Centre welcomes Becky Bell as new nurse practitioner
MINTO – On Feb. 7, Perth-Wellington MPP Matthew Rae announced $568,000 in funding for the Minto-Mapleton Family Health Team (MMFHT) to expand primary care in its catchment area, specifically at the Clifford Medical Centre.
Elora youth raising funds for autoimmune disease research
ELORA – Nate Sutherland is attempting to do something many of us would think is impossible – run from Elora to Toronto in a single day. The 19-year-old is running to raise money for Mount Sinai Hospital’s research into autoimmune disease.
Wellington North names Al Leach Senior of the Year, recognizes volunteers
ARTHUR – Wellington North celebrated its volunteers and seniors at a gathering of over 200 people at the Arthur and Area Community Centre on April 18.
Arnott sticking to decision to ban keffiyeh in legislature
TORONTO – Speaker of the Legislative Assembly Ted Arnott will not be backing down on his decision to ban wearing the keffiyeh in the legislature.
Catholic school board welcomes over 100 visiting Mexican students
GUELPH – The Wellington Catholic District School Board (WCDSB) welcomed over 100 students to Bishop Macdonell Catholic High School and St. Michael, St. Paul, Mary Phelan and St. Ignatious of Loyola Catholic elementary schools.
MPP Rae introduces agritourism legislation
TORONTO – On April 15 Perth-Wellington MPP Matthew Rae tabled the Growing Agritourism Act.
Minto 81’s manager Rick Fisk reflects on championship, time with team
PALMERSTON – After not winning a championship title since 2003, the Minto 81’s captured the inaugural Ontario Elite Hockey League Senior AA championship this season.
Real-life cowgirl: Ontario High School Rodeo Association competitor Amber Gregson
HILLSBURGH – Ontario High School Rodeo Association (OHSRA), a division of National High School Rodeo Association (NHSRA), held its first event of the season in Clinton last weekend.
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For almost 21 years, Crown Bath & Kitchen has been a leader in creating beautiful living spaces. A home to be proud of, with stylish, functional and gorgeous touches. Whether you are relaxing, or entertaining, Crown Bath & Kitchen can help you make your home a haven.
Crown Bath & Kitchen: making your home your oasis
For almost 21 years, Crown Bath & Kitchen has been a leader in creating beautiful living spaces. A home to be proud of, with stylish, functional and gorgeous touches. Whether you are relaxing, or entertaining, Crown Bath & Kitchen can help you make your home a haven.
Celebrating tradition and innovation: Doing it right at RONA
For five decades, RONA has been a leader in home improvement in Elora and Fergus.
Celebrating more than 75 years of Excellence: Speers Electric
Founded in 1945 by Franklin and Dorothy Speers, Speers Electric has stood the test of time,…