GUELPH – An updated report on the county’s spending of Canada Community Building Fund (CCBF) grants outlines future investments and reminisces on past projects.
Breast cancer support group helps members navigate difficult journey
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Whether newly diagnosed with breast cancer, in the middle of the journey or in remission, you may find relief at the Guelph Wellington Breast Cancer Support Group, a place with zero judgement and heaps of knowledge.
Firefighters in Wellington North, Minto, Mapleton to be paid equally
MINTO – Wellington North, Minto and Mapleton firefighters may be getting a pay raise in the near future.
Minto community gardens here to stay
MINTO – The town’s community gardens aren’t going anywhere for at least another five years.
North Wellington Community News receives OCNA awards
NORTH WELLINGTON – The North Wellington Community News earned four awards in the Ontario Community Newspaper Association’s Better Newspapers competition.
Minor variance approved for zero-energy greenhouse
MINTO – Town council has approved a minor variance application for Palmerston resident Andrew Bauman to build a four season, zero-energy greenhouse on his property.
Year’s first signage grants approved
MINTO – Two signage grants, for $427 and $412, were approved by Minto council at an April 8 meeting.
Drayton Farm Show raises over $5,000 for Kinsmen initiatives
DRAYTON – The 41st annual Drayton Farm Show took place last week, hosting over 100 vendors.
Four federal election candidates thus far in riding of Perth-Wellington
PERTH-WELLINGTON – As of April 7, there are four Perth-Wellington candidates for the upcoming federal election on April 28.
Guests enjoy the Life Outdoors Show at the Clifford and Community Centre
CLIFFORD – The Life Outdoors Show was held at the Clifford and Community Centre on April 5 and 6. Guests got to enjoy vendors showcasing fishing, hunting, cottage life, camping and homesteading products.
Mount Forest Green Team to host Earth Day clean-up event
MOUNT FOREST – Five years ago Rhoda Seibert created the Mount Forest Green Team. And now the team is thriving, with over 30 members and a passion for the environment.
Meet Perth-Wellington candidates at upcoming events
PALMERSTON – The federal election is scheduled for April 28, and there are several meetings and debates planned for Perth-Wellington voters to meet the candidates in their riding.
OPP Inspector Steve Thomas moving on after 20 years serving county
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Inspector Steve Thomas, Commander of the Wellington County OPP Detachment, is saying goodbye to the county and hello to a new opportunity.
Blue Box Program transition to save county $2 million annually
WELLINGTON COUNTY – As of July 1, the Blue Box Program in Ontario will no longer be the county’s responsibility.
County awards $22.3-million bridge replacement contract
WELLINGTON NORTH – Four deteriorating county bridges near Arthur will soon be replaced. On March 27, county council awarded the contract for the work to Mississauga-based Graham Bros. Construction for $22.3 million.