ERIN – Coscorp Homes and Mattamy Homes Limited have been given the green light by council to proceed with their connected subdivisions after addressing public and council concerns.
Erin councillor concerned about economy, environment
ERIN – Town councillor Bridget Ryan garnered unanimous support for three notices of motion dealing with the tricky relationship between the economy and environment.
Erin council approves $5.8 million in spending for local projects
ERIN – Council has approved $5.83 million in spending for two local projects at its July 24 meeting.
James Seeley appointed to GRCA board of directors
ERIN – Puslinch Mayor James Seeley, has been appointed as the Town of Erin’s representative on the Grand River Conservation Authority board of directors. On June 20 of this year town staff received word from the Township of Puslinch notifying them of Mayor Chris White’s anticipated resignation from
Oil spill confirmed in Grand River in Fergus
FERGUS – An oil spill was discovered last week on the Grand River near the area of St. Andrew Street East and Gartshore Street.
Guelph/Eramosa hosting Warden’s Tree Planting event
ROCKWOOD – Guelph/Eramosa plans to host this year’s Warden's Tree Planting event at Valentino Park in Rockwood.
Guelph/Eramosa council presents 2024 asset management plan one year late
ROCKWOOD – Guelph/Eramosa is now compliant with provincial law after its 2024 asset manangement plan was at last presented to council a year over deadline.
Fergus author releases tell-all memoir
FERGUS – Local author Emily Quint has released a tell-all memoir entitled My Sunflower Soul.
Council reduces speed limit on rural roads
ROCKWOOD – Guelph/Eramosa council has passed a bylaw to reduce the speed limits on four rural roads.
Drayton 150 Celebration a success
DRAYTON – Officials say the Drayton 150 Celebration, held June 27 to 29, was a resounding success.
Township plans to remove Valley Road Bridge near Rockwood Conservation Area
ROCKWOOD – Bridge B0311, more popularly known as the Valley Road Bridge, is set for removal after being declared the bridge in the worst condition out of the municipality’s 35 bridges.
Ariss teen competes in Mini Moto GP Canadian series
ARISS – Eric Sergi has his eyes on the prize as he competes in the 2025 FIM (Fédération Internationale de Motocyclisme) Mini Moto GP Canadian series.
Orton celebrates Canada Day
ORTON – The Orton Community Association is hosting its annual Canada Day chicken dinner and fireworks display at the Orton Community Park July 1 from 5 to 10pm.
Town of Erin and Erin Rotary club partner for new Canada day celebration
ERIN – The Town of Erin and the Optimist Club of Erin have partnered for the first ever Canada day Summer Fest celebration.
Council receives verbal lashing during delegation
ERIN – Town council received what could be considered a verbal lashing on June 12 during a heated delegation from a local resident.