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Wednesday, June 25, 2025 | Vol 58 Issue 25

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Chris Daponte

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Mapleton lifts ban on large fires

Chris Daponte June 11, 2020News

MAPLETON - The open air burn ban introduced over two months ago has been lifted in Mapleton Township.

GRCA temporarily closes some parks because people not following the rules

Chris Daponte June 10, 2020COVID-19, News

WELLINGTON COUNTY - Officials announced on June 9 that the Belwood Lake, Elora Gorge, Guelph Lake and Rockwood conservation areas will be closed until June 15.

Health unit issues order requiring face coverings in commercial businesses

Chris Daponte June 10, 2020News

WELLINGTON COUNTY - The public health unit has issued an order requiring businesses to make it mandatory for all customers and staff members to wear face coverings.

Province reopens child care centres, day camps

Chris Daponte June 9, 2020COVID-19, News

TORONTO — One day after unveiling details of stage two of its reopening plan, the province announced child care centres will also reopen on June 12 as part of the plan.

Erin Fair cancelled for first time in 170 years

Chris Daponte June 9, 2020COVID-19, News, Rural

ERIN - On June 7 the Erin Agricultural Society (EAS) board of directors voted “with deep regret,” to postpone the 170th edition of the fair due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Wellington County will enter stage 2 of Ontario’s reopening plan on Friday

Chris Daponte June 8, 2020COVID-19, News

TORONTO — The province announced on June 8 that the Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health (WDGPH) region is one of 24 across Ontario that will enter the second stage.

GRCA reminding visitors to respect rules, restrictions

Chris Daponte June 8, 2020COVID-19, News

WELLINGTON COUNTY - Grand River Conservation Authority (GRCA) officials say they will restrict access or close parks altogether if visitors continue to break the rules.

Black Lives Matter movement comes to Guelph, Wellington County

Chris Daponte June 5, 2020News

Mya Slocombe, left, and Monica Paynter installed a Back Lives Matter sign next to Victoria Park in Fergus on June 4. The Guelph Black Heritage Society (GBHS) is organizing a Black Lives Matter rally in Guelph on June 6.

Standard Broadband planning $2.5-million fibre optic internet project in Puslinch

Chris Daponte June 5, 2020Business, News

PUSLINCH - Acton-based company says project will start in early August, with the first connections available as early as mid-September.

Rabid bat found in neighbouring Dufferin County

Chris Daponte June 4, 2020News

WELLINGTON COUNTY - Public health officials are offering a warning about rabid animals after a bat tested positive for rabies in neighbouring Dufferin County.

GRCA cancels all summer day camps

Chris Daponte June 4, 2020COVID-19, News

WELLINGTON COUNTY - The Grand River Conservation Authority (GRCA) has cancelled all day camps this summer.

Health unit has started its regular mosquito larvicide program

Chris Daponte June 4, 2020News

WELLINGTON COUNTY - The program aims to reduce mosquito populations suspected of carrying West Nile virus.

Dave Guilbault looking forward to life’s next chapter

Chris Daponte June 3, 2020Community News, News

MOUNT FOREST - Retired Wellington North fire chief will focus on educating children about safety.

WDGPH: No institutional COVID-19 outbreaks for first time in two months

Chris Daponte June 3, 2020COVID-19, News

WELLINGTON COUNTY – For the first time in two months, there are currently no institutional COVID-19 outbreaks in the Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health (WDGPH) region.

Wellington North Farmers’ Market opening June 20

Chris Daponte June 3, 2020News, Rural

MOUNT FOREST - The market, now in its seventh year, is moving to Saturday mornings in the parking lot at the Victory Community Centre in Mount Forest.

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Hanover theatre casting for School of Rock

HANOVER – Based on the hit 2003 film, School of Rock the musical follows Dewey Finn, a failed wannabe rock star who is down on his luck. 

Hanover Community Players thank all who made Bare, Bear Bones a success

HANOVER – Hanover Community Players are offering “A big thank you to all of our audience members who took the time from their busy schedules to attend and support our Bare, Bear Bones shows.”

See all Bruce County area articles.

Centre Wellington council removes Elora BIA board

ELORA – The Elora BIA’s board of management has been scrapped and senior township staff will take it over until an annual general meeting can be called and a new board elected.

Iconic Elora artwork has been revived, returned to post office

ELORA – The Letter by late Elora artist Marilyn Koop has been recreated and returned to its spot on the exterior wall of the Elora post office. 

See all Centre Wellington area articles.

UGDSB holds parent engagement sessions for human rights review

GUELPH – Parents and guardians can share concerns they have about human rights at the Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB) during a series of parent/community engagement sessions. 

School board explores bringing IB diploma program to Wellington, Dufferin

GUELPH –  Some parents and students would like the International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma program to be offered in Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB) schools in Wellington and Dufferin counties. 

See all Dufferin County area articles.

Students tell five historical tales five different ways

GUELPH – There was laughter, singing, dancing  and tears during the first rendition of the 2025 Speed River Anthology. 

Hillsburgh speed cameras go live June 20

WELLINGTON COUNTY – This is the sixth speed camera location to be implemented as part of a one-year pilot program, which has generated over $3 million in revenue for the county.

See all Erin area articles.

Officials cut ribbon on new Grand Valley recreation space

GRAND VALLEY – The Town of Grand Valley officially cut the ribbon on its new multi-purpose outdoor recreation facility this month.

Santa to join Grand Valley parade

GRAND VALLEY – Santa will be making a stop in Grand valley on Nov. 30 at 7pm as part of the 84th Annual Grand Valley Santa Claus parade. 

See all Grand Valley area articles.

Start-up program sees record-breaking applications

NEUSTADT – This is the sixth year running the Saugeen Student Start-Up Program with Saugeen Connects, and the program has provided over 318 student entrepreneurs with start-up funding and interactive training/workshops.

Saugeen Connects launches SSUP program

NEUSTADT – Saugeen Connects is once again igniting entrepreneurial spirit among local youth with the return of its Saugeen Student Start-Up Program (SSUP). 

See all Grey County area articles.

Students tell five historical tales five different ways

GUELPH – There was laughter, singing, dancing  and tears during the first rendition of the 2025 Speed River Anthology. 

UGDSB holds parent engagement sessions for human rights review

GUELPH – Parents and guardians can share concerns they have about human rights at the Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB) during a series of parent/community engagement sessions. 

See all Guelph area articles.

Thieves target community mailboxes in Rockwood

ROCKWOOD – Police are suggesting residents ask their banks and credit card companies about possible suspicious activity after mail was stolen from several community mailboxes here.

Students learn about growing veggies, food security

GUELPH/ERAMOSA – Gardening can boost mental, physical and emotional wellbeing. That’s one reason St. John Bosco Catholic High School students visit the Northfield Gardening Project to help grow food for Hope House’s Free Food Market. 

See all Guelph/Eramosa area articles.

Joseph Racinsky rides blue wave to Queen’s Park

WELLINGTON-HALTON HILLS – The blue wave that swept across Ontario Thursday night, swept across Wellington-Halton Hills as well as Progressive Conservative candidate Joseph Racinsky was elected with a sweeping majority. 

Health care, roads, voter turnout, local knowledge dominate discussion at Aberfoyle debate

ABERFOYLE – The debate hosted by the Optimist Club of Puslinch on Feb. 20 gave voters the opportunity to ask their own questions.

See all Halton area articles.

Youth pack shoeboxes to help kids through Operation Christmas Child

HANOVER – Lita Ernest, a young member of 1st Hanover Guides, worked hard this season to organize the packing of Operation Christmas Child (OCC) shoe box gifts with her troop.

See all Huron County area articles.

Police beat: Fergus man charged in two-vehicle crash in Mapleton

MAPLETON – A Fergus resident has been charged with careless driving in connection with a two-vehicle collision southwest of Alma on Monday.

Breaking ground for Drayton Wastewater Treatment Plant lagoons

MAPLETON – Mapleton council and staff joined representatives from Graham Capital, Cima and the Ontario Clean Water Agency on June 11 at the Drayton Wastewater Treatment Plant lagoons for a ceremonial groundbreaking.

See all Mapleton area articles.

Palmerston resident creates historical sports display for community

PALMERSTON – In honour of Palmerston’s 150th birthday celebration, longtime community member Wayne Martin decided to create an artistic display showcasing Palmerston’s love of sports. 

West Luther 4-H Field Crops club tours fertilizer plant

HARRISTON – West Luther 4-H Field Crops club is enjoying another year of tours and meetings.

See all Minto area articles.
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School board explores bringing IB diploma program to Wellington, Dufferin

GUELPH –  Some parents and students would like the International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma program to be offered in Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB) schools in Wellington and Dufferin counties. 

Athletes compete at Special Olympics track and field

ORANGEVILLE – Around 260 athletes and 260 peer helpers turned out to the Dufferin and North Wellington Special Olympics, hosted by the Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB) at Orangeville District Secondary School on May 21.

See all Orangeville area articles.

UGDSB holds parent engagement sessions for human rights review

GUELPH – Parents and guardians can share concerns they have about human rights at the Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB) during a series of parent/community engagement sessions. 

Students shine at Special Olympics Track and Field Day

GUELPH – The Upper Grand and Wellington Catholic district school boards held their Special Olympics Track and Field Day at St. James Catholic Secondary School in Guelph on May 14.

See all Palmerston area articles.

‘S-Bend’ roundabout construction to begin May 20

WELLINGTON COUNTY – A project that has been discussed for close to a decade will be completed this year. 

Federal election Q&A: Perth-Wellington candidates

PERTH-WELLINGTON – As part of the Wellington Advertiser’s coverage of the 2025 federal election, the newspaper offered all local candidates a chance to participate in a Q&A feature leading up to the April 28 election.

See all Perth County area articles.

Boreham Park will get safety upgrades – but not culverts

ABERFOYLE – Safety features will be added to Boreham Park in Arkell, but it will be fencing and not underground culverts, much to the chagrin of the residents group Concerned Citizens of Puslinch.

Police beat: Fergus man charged in two-vehicle crash in Mapleton

MAPLETON – A Fergus resident has been charged with careless driving in connection with a two-vehicle collision southwest of Alma on Monday.

See all Puslinch area articles.

Terry Fox Foundation Launches new Collection celebrating the 45th Anniversary of the Marathon of Hope

TORONTO  – The Terry Fox Foundation is set to release its limited-edition ‘Finish It’ collection, marking the 45th anniversary of the Marathon of Hope.

CFIB calls for parliament to reconvene in light of tariff threats

TORONTO –  Nearly one in five small- and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) are experiencing cancelled or paused orders due to the ongoing uncertainty around the U.S.-Canada tariff situation, finds new data by the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB). 

See all Toronto area articles.

Drayton Entertainment Youth Academy announces youth auditions and fall classes

WATERLOO – The Drayton Entertainment Youth Academy has announced youth auditions for upcoming productions. 

Taylor Swift tribute show coming to Kitchener July 5

KITCHENER  – A Tribute to the Eras of Taylor Swift Music has announced its debut visit to Canada this year with 12 lucky venues, including Centre In The Square, hosting the show this Summer July 5 at 7:30pm. 

See all Waterloo Region area articles.

Wellington Place child care centre proposed expansion to cost $1.8 million

WELLINGTON COUNTY – The county’s Children’s Early Years Division has recommended the expansion of the Wellington Place Child Care and Learning Centre in Aboyne to use up time-limited funds, and create new child care spaces. 

Hillsburgh speed cameras go live June 20

WELLINGTON COUNTY – This is the sixth speed camera location to be implemented as part of a one-year pilot program, which has generated over $3 million in revenue for the county.

See all Wellington County area articles.

Students tell five historical tales five different ways

GUELPH – There was laughter, singing, dancing  and tears during the first rendition of the 2025 Speed River Anthology. 

UGDSB holds parent engagement sessions for human rights review

GUELPH – Parents and guardians can share concerns they have about human rights at the Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB) during a series of parent/community engagement sessions. 

See all Wellington North area articles.

Editorial

Heading into summer

In another week the school year ends.

Some light reading

Leaving home early on Tuesday we caught the name Orwell out of the corner of our eye.

Great job on 29

One county roads project is nearing completion and others are well underway.

Columnists

Reap

By Kelly Waterhouse

It goes without saying that Mother Nature has been cranky this spring, but it only goes to prove that my instincts as a newbie gardener were deeply rooted in faith. 

Mrs. Norman Vincent Peale had Elora connection

By Stephen Thorning

The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…

That dad

By Kelly Waterhouse

With Father’s Day approaching, I’ve been thinking a great deal about the fathers in my life. 

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