GUELPH – The Support after Suicide program has been terminated after losing provincial funding, but local officials say they are determined to keep the conversation going and to seek funding elsewhere.
Minto approves asset plan calling for annual 3% tax levy increases over 20 years
MINTO – Council here has formally adopted its 2025 asset management plan, which calls for annual capital tax levy increases of 3% over 20 years to ensure town infrastructure remains in good condition.
Bridge replacement to cost $1.4 million, cause four-week closure
GUELPH – A proposed four-week road closure due to a bridge replacement on Wellington Road 12 in Mapleton is slated to begin sometime in July.
Clifford Carnival coming back bigger and better
CLIFFORD – The Clifford Carnival is almost here and officials say it’s going to be the biggest summer celebration yet.
Harriston church hosts July 1 party
HARRISTON – The Crossroads Life Church in Harriston will be hosting its annual Canada Day celebration on July 1 from 6 to 10pm.
Drayton to combine Canada Day, 150th events for grand celebration
DRAYTON – The Drayton Fairgrounds will be jam-packed June 27 to 29 with activities for the whole family, paying homage to both the village and the country.
Canada’s most patriotic village gears up for Canada Day celebration this weekend
ARTHUR – Canada Day is just around the corner and the Arthur community is gearing up for a big celebration.
Minto launches new Culture Days micro-grant program
MINTO – The town’s Cultural Roundtable has officially launched its Culture Days micro-grant program, to help businesses and volunteer groups participate in Culture Days in September and October.
Clifford community revving up for annual truck show
CLIFFORD – Truckers from near and far are revving their engines in preparation for the annual Clifford Truck Show this weekend.
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.
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.
‘Intrusive’ drain to be improved for $160,000
MAPLETON – Back in February 2024, Mapleton Township received a notice of request for a major improvement for the Pentz Drain.
Cost for work on Wellington Roads 52, 22 to reach $6.5 million
WELLINGTON COUNTY – The county roads committee met on June 10 and reviewed a tender for the reconstruction on Wellington Roads 52 and 22 in Erin.
Township to buy ice resurfacer for $183,000
MAPLETON – Township council has approved the purchase of a $183,000 ice resurfacer a little earlier than originally planned to ensure it arrives in time for the 2026-27 ice rental season.
Special Olympics bocce ball team wins gold at provincial championship
OTTAWA – The Special Olympics bocce ball team from Wellington Heights Secondary School (WHSS) has brought home gold medals from the provincial championships.