WELLINGTON COUNTY - Nestle Canada is getting out of the water bottling business.
Puslinch approves new protocol for commenting on aggregate site plan amendments
PUSLINCH – Councillors in Puslinch voiced frustration at the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry (MRNF) for its authorization of a new aggregate site plan amendment prior to receiving township comments.
Camp Brebeuf seeks community donations to keep camp open
ROCKWOOD – The drive up the lane to Camp Brebeuf is inviting, with welcoming signs, a high ropes course marking the horizon, and acres and acres of nature.
Puslinch building department is going online
PUSLINCH – The building department here will soon be offering an online building permit system.
Province could give municipalities more say on water bottling operations
WELLINGTON COUNTY – The Ontario government has proposed changes to its water quality management program. One of the proposed changes will require water bottling companies to have the support of host municipalities for new and increasing bottled water takings.
New gift card program coming to Puslinch businesses
PUSLINCH – Township council has approved a new gift certificate program for local businesses here.
Puslinch working on process for businesses looking to create, expand patios
PUSLINCH – Township staff here are working on a process for businesses looking to expand their patios to increase business during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Families able to reunite with seniors for first time since March
WELLINGTON COUNTY – After a long haul of physical distancing and self-isolation due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Ontario government has eased guidelines enough that families can reunite in a limited capacity.
Groves surpasses $20-million fundraising goal for new hospital
FERGUS – The New Groves Hospital campaign has officially surpassed its $20-million fundraising goal – a feat over five years in the making.
Rockwood Farmers’ Market to open under COVID-19 guidelines
ROCKWOOD – The Rockwood Farmers’ Market is officially open, taking place every Wednesday evening for the summer.
Groups finding ways to celebrate Nursing Week despite pandemic restrictions
WELLINGTON COUNTY – National Nursing Week (May 11 to 17) is very appropriately timed this year, as the COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact healthcare workers throughout Canada.
More people experiencing mental health issues during COVID-19 pandemic
GUELPH – Since the COVID-19 pandemic put most of the country into lockdown, almost all Canadians are now experiencing some sort of mental health issue, according to Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) officials.
Organizers push Drayton Tulip Festival to 2021
DRAYTON – The COVID-19 pandemic may be forcing the cancellation of a ton of local events, but it hasn’t diminished the importance of recognizing significant historical milestones.
Grand River Raceway hopes to resume racing by July
ELORA – With horse racing shut down in Ontario due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Grand River Raceway has no choice but to wait for government go-ahead before starting up for the season.
Equine industry feeling fallout of COVID-19 pandemic
CENTRE WELLINGTON – With the COVID-19 pandemic leading to non-essential business closures, the equine industry throughout Canada is feeling ripple effects.