ARTHUR – After years of county planning, the new 38,900-square-foot Arthur garage is officially open.
Council supports Harriston severance application
MINTO – Council here has recommended the county’s land division committee approve a consent application regarding a severance proposal in Harriston.
Proposed road construction in Puslinch to last four months
GUELPH – Puslinch resident should anticipate some traffic delays as road construction is slated to begin on Wellington Road 35 in June.
Road closing for three months for culvert replacement
GUELPH – A culvert replacement project is slated to cause a three-month road closure in Mapleton.
No more speed cameras during pilot program: county staff
WELLINGTON COUNTY – County staff have recommended council no longer implement more speed cameras for its automated speed enforcement (ASE) one-year pilot project due to hydro complications.
Bridge rehabilitation to cause four-week road closure
WELLINGTON COUNTY – The rehabilitation of a bridge on Victoria Road North (Wellington Road 38) will cause a four-week road closure this summer for motorists travelling between Guelph/Eramosa and Guelph.
Harriston Garden Festival blooms into action on June 7
HARRISTON – The Harriston Garden Festival is almost in bloom, so mark your calendars.
Wellington Advertiser recognizes groups for environmental work
WELLINGTON COUNTY – In April, the Wellington Advertiser organized a Community Cleanup Contest, inviting county residents and groups to make a difference in the community and show it off with pride.
Guelph resident creates online shopping site for local businesses
GUELPH – Patti Mara has been a business coach for over 20 years and now it’s her own passion project being put to the test.
‘We just can’t keep up with the demand’: study shows number of people with dementia to double by 2050
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Raising awareness and advocating is at the forefront of the Alzheimer Society of Canada’s mission, as a dementia care crisis grows at a rapid rate, with little help to support patients and care workers alike.
Proposed ‘tot lot’ coming to Rockmosa Park
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Following the successful installation of Rockmosa Park’s main playground in 2023, the township is now planning an expansion for a new “tot lot.”
Minor variance approved for two homes in Harriston
MINTO – Town council has approved a minor variance application allowing Harriston resident Robert Harris to build a one-storey residential building on his property.
Country Pantry hosts successful ‘Proudly Canadian Kenilworth’ event
KENILWORTH – The “Proudly Canadian Kenilworth” event was held at the Country Pantry on May 4, highlighting Ontario- and Canadian-made products.
Spring Rural Romp showcases rural agriculture May 31
NORTH WELLINGTON – An event dedicated to spotlighting Wellington County’s agri-food sector will return once again, enticing the public to venture out into rural areas.
Two new Palmerston businesses receive signage grants
MINTO – Two new businesses in Palmerston received signage grants as approved by Minto council on May 6.