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Saturday, November 15, 2025 | Vol 58 Issue 46

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Jaime Myslik

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Pine Meadows staff help save house from vehicle fire

Jaime Myslik November 11, 2020News

CENTRE WELLINGTON – Actions of staff at Pine Meadows retirement community helped stop a vehicle fire from spreading to two nearby homes.

Puslinch councillors want to open Optimist Recreation Centre ice rink

Jaime Myslik November 6, 2020News

PUSLINCH – Council here is leaning strongly towards opening the Optimist Recreation Centre ice rink in Aberfoyle this winter, despite the COVID-19 pandemic.

Mapleton Township sells surplus land

Jaime Myslik November 6, 2020Community News, News

MAPLETON – The township has decided to sell surplus land just outside Drayton.

UGDSB rolls out naloxone implementation plan after COVID-19 delay

Jaime Myslik November 5, 2020News

GUELPH – After a long delay, the Upper Grand District School Board is now moving ahead with a plan to instal naloxone kits in schools.

Erin Legion member completes book on Erin and district involvement in wars throughout history

Jaime Myslik November 4, 2020News

ERIN – Memories of wartime radio broadcasts and army vehicle convoys rolling through Erin village turned into a life-long passion for Erin Legion member Doug Kirkwood.

Wellington County Museum and Archives unveils new virtual Remembrance Day exhibits

Jaime Myslik November 4, 2020COVID-19, News

ABOYNE - The Wellington County Museum and Archives is unveiling new digital content this Remembrance Day.

Puslinch council takes first look at 2021 capital budget

Jaime Myslik November 4, 2020News

PUSLINCH – Puslinch council is proposing a $1.5-million tax levy for capital projects this year.

Mapleton to explore possibility of using solar power for municipal buildings

Jaime Myslik November 3, 2020Community News, News

MAPLETON – Councillors were split at the last Mapleton council meeting about whether the municipality should explore a partnership with QPA Solar Inc.

Guelph-Wellington Basketeers asking for monetary donations for gift cards this year

Jaime Myslik October 28, 2020News

GUELPH – In anticipation of the holiday season, the Guelph-Wellington Basketeers is asking for donations of a different sort this year.

Local teens hoping to bring pumpkins, cheer to Wellington Terrrace residents

Jaime Myslik October 28, 2020COVID-19, News

ABOYNE – Local 16-year-olds Sabrina O’Krafka and Jillian Tomlin are hoping to bring some Halloween cheer to residents at the Wellington Terrace Long-Term Care Home. They are asking community members to carve or decorate pumpkins and drop them off at the Terrace.

Mapleton supports County’s aggregate tax resolution

Jaime Myslik October 28, 2020Community News, News

MOOREFIELD – Mapleton council has passed a new resolution regarding aggregate industry property…

Council discusses traffic issues, possible Community Safety Zones in Puslinch

Jaime Myslik October 28, 2020News

PUSLINCH – Community Safety Zones and speeding were top of mind at a recent council meeting here.…

Erin District High School volunteer wrestling coach receives Everyday Hero Award

Jaime Myslik October 28, 2020News, Sports

ERIN – An Orangeville man was named an Upper Grand District School Board Everyday Hero for his volunteer position as wrestling coach at Erin District High School (EDHS).

School board’s virtual town hall meeting focused on police presence in schools

Jaime Myslik October 22, 2020News

GUELPH – Community members unable to participate in the Oct. 20 meeting can complete an online survey until Oct. 26.

Puslinch seeks more information about truck trips originating in Guelph

Jaime Myslik October 22, 2020News

PUSLINCH – Puslinch council is not satisfied with the City of Guelph’s response to a letter the…

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Hanover theatre casting for School of Rock

HANOVER – Based on the hit 2003 film, School of Rock the musical follows Dewey Finn, a failed wannabe rock star who is down on his luck. 

Hanover Community Players thank all who made Bare, Bear Bones a success

HANOVER – Hanover Community Players are offering “A big thank you to all of our audience members who took the time from their busy schedules to attend and support our Bare, Bear Bones shows.”

See all Bruce County area articles.

Township, working group unveil storyboard honouring Richard Pierpoint

FERGUS – Richard Pierpoint would be proud. And perhaps a little surprised that his life is now on a storyboard in a park that bears his name.

Centre Wellington residents can have up to two ARUs plus original dwelling

ELORA – In the face of a housing crisis, the province has determined that every municipality in the province should allow homeowners to add up to two additional residential units to their property and council decided at its Nov. 10 meeting to update its zoning bylaw amendment to allow it here.

See all Centre Wellington area articles.

Public health passes $25-million budget for 2026

GUELPH – Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health’s board of health has passed a $25-million budget, including a 2.9% cost increase for its three funding municipalities.

Advocates push back against Bill 33, policing in schools

GUELPH – “Fund our schools, not policing in schools.” That was the resounding message from a group gathered in front of the Upper Grand District School Board office (UGSDB) on Oct. 2. 

See all Dufferin County area articles.

Erin chief administrative officer Rob Adams named Municipal World’s CAO of the Year

ERIN – On Nov. 6 the Town of Erin announced that chief administrative officer Rob Adams has been named Municipal World’s CAO of the Year for 2025.

Rotary Club of Erin brings back Wine Survivor fundraiser

ERIN –  The Rotary Club of Erin is once again inviting the community to join in on one of its most popular annual fundraisers, Wine Survivor 2025, where participants have the chance to win up to 60 bottles of wine while supporting a great local cause.

See all Erin area articles.

‘Gourd’ times to be had at this year’s Grand Valley Fall Fair

GRAND VALLEY – “Gourd” times are sure to be had at this year’s Grand Valley Fall Fair.

John Pomeroy of Melancthon wins Grand Valley Lions 50-50 draw

GRAND VALLEY – John Pomeroy of Melancthon won $1,145 in the Grand Valley Lions 50-50 draw on Canada Day at the Grand Valley BIA’s car show.

See all Grand Valley area articles.

Hanover Community Players Drama Camp a success

HANOVER – The Hanover Community Players Drama Camp took place in July with mask making, drama games and auditions and a play.

Holstein to host an afternoon of bluegrass entertainment

HOLSTEIN – Residents of Holstein can look forward to an afternoon of bluegrass at the Love’s Sugarbush located at 392098 Grey Rd 109, on Aug. 17.

See all Grey County area articles.

Black Heritage Society holding holiday fundraiser

GUELPH – The Guelph Black Heritage Society (GBHS) has announced its annual holiday fundraiser: Celebrate, Give & Groove: GBHS Holiday Fundraiser with Andrew Craig & Friends. 

Children’s Foundation gala raises record-breaking $230,000

GUELPH – The Children’s Foundation of Guelph and Wellington’s annual “Once Upon a Time Gala” raised a net total of over $230,000. 

See all Guelph area articles.

School of Rock coming to Guelph’s River Run Centre

GUELPH/ERAMOSA – Young, local talent will be featured in an upcoming performance of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s award winning musical School of Rock. 

Acclaimed Rockwood athlete signs with Acadia Axewomen volleyball team

GUELPH/ERAMOSA – Rockwood athlete Cassidy Frost has signed with Acadia University's Axewomen volleyball team for the 2026 season.

See all Guelph/Eramosa area articles.

Joseph Racinsky rides blue wave to Queen’s Park

WELLINGTON-HALTON HILLS – The blue wave that swept across Ontario Thursday night, swept across Wellington-Halton Hills as well as Progressive Conservative candidate Joseph Racinsky was elected with a sweeping majority. 

Health care, roads, voter turnout, local knowledge dominate discussion at Aberfoyle debate

ABERFOYLE – The debate hosted by the Optimist Club of Puslinch on Feb. 20 gave voters the opportunity to ask their own questions.

See all Halton area articles.

Youth pack shoeboxes to help kids through Operation Christmas Child

HANOVER – Lita Ernest, a young member of 1st Hanover Guides, worked hard this season to organize the packing of Operation Christmas Child (OCC) shoe box gifts with her troop.

See all Huron County area articles.

Mapleton 4-H holds first meeting of Home for the Holidays project

MAPLETON – A Mapleton 4-H meeting was held at Lynne Flewwelling’s on Oct. 28 at 7pm.

Drayton school opening pushed back to fall 2027

DRAYTON – St. Martin of Tours Catholic Elementary School in Drayton is set to open its doors to students in September 2027. 

See all Mapleton area articles.

Harriston Pentecostal church lauds pastors

HARRISTON – Whites Road Pentecostal Church wrapped up Pastor Appreciation Month by paying tribute to Reverend Bill Brown and pastors Jim and Shirley Morrison on Oct. 26.

From woodshop to wingspan: Ross Derbecker’s gift to the birds

CLIFFORD – Most communities have individuals who do something that makes life more interesting and enjoyable for everyone else. 

See all Minto area articles.

Credit Valley Conservation named one of Canada’s greenest employers

MISSISSAUGA  – Credit Valley Conservation (CVC) has been named one of Canada’s Greenest Employers for the sixth consecutive year.

See all Mississauga area articles.

Grand Valley business donates to food bank

ORANGEVILLE – Staff members from Grand Valley’s Clover Farm grocery store recently presented a $10,000 cheque to representatives from the Orangeville Food Bank’s Dufferin Food Share.

School board explores bringing IB diploma program to Wellington, Dufferin

GUELPH –  Some parents and students would like the International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma program to be offered in Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB) schools in Wellington and Dufferin counties. 

See all Orangeville area articles.

Film screening, panel for National Housing Day

PALMERSTON –  The Legal Clinic of Guelph and Wellington County (GWLC) is hosting a free screening of Bridging Divides: Voices and Visions about Homelessness in Mid-size Cities at the Norgan Theatre on Nov. 19 from 6 to 8pm.

Norwell students visit Royal Terrace

PALMERSTON – On Oct. 9 Norwell District Secondary School cosmetology students visited the Royal Terrace Long-Term and Residential Care facility in Palmerston. 

See all Palmerston area articles.

MPP Rae announces over $20 million in housing enabling infrastructure funding

PERTH-WELLINGTON – Matthew Rae, MPP for Perth-Wellington, announced the province has provided four municipalities with over $20.4 million through the Ministry of Infrastructure’s Housing Enabling Water Systems Fund (HEWSF) program.

Wellington North, Minto to receive Connecting Link funding from province

PERTH-WELLINGTON – Minto and Wellington North will receive a share of $4.7 million in Connecting Links infrastructure funding announced on July 8 by Perth-Wellington MPP Matthew Rae.

See all Perth County area articles.

MTO contemplates new Highway 6 bridge over 401

PUSLINCH – The Ministry of Transportation is moving ahead with the third phase of improvements to Highways 6 and 401 between Guelph and Hamilton with a preliminary design and class environmental assessment study of the area.

Blue Triton sells Aberfoyle, Hillsburgh wells to White Wolf

ABERFOYLE – White Wolf Property Management Inc. has purchased wells in Hillsburgh and Aberfoyle from Blue Triton Canada.

See all Puslinch area articles.

Province releases fall economic statement

TORONTO – The Ontario government released its fall economic statement last week (Nov. 6) with a smaller than projected deficit of $13.5-billion – less than the $14.6 billion forecasted in this year’s budget, but still well above the $1.1 billion deficit carried in 2024-25.

Cheering from the big screen at World Series game

TORONTO – Callum Sweeting was on the big screen at game one of the World Series at the Rogers Centre in Toronto on Oct. 24.

See all Toronto area articles.

Grand River Mustangs U18 BB team win Waterloo Fall Cup tournament

WATERLOO – The Grand River Mustangs U18 BB team captured the gold medal at the Waterloo Fall Cup tournament last weekend.

Proposed pedestrian bridge to enhance safety, trail experience

WELLESLEY – A proposed pedestrian and cyclist bridge, southeast of Mapleton, is set to become part of the Guelph to Goderich (G2G) Rail Trail.

See all Waterloo Region area articles.

Emmanuel Christian High School junior boys volleyball team win D4 Championships

ORANGEVILLE – The Emmanuel Christian High School junior boys volleyball team won the D4 Championships held at Westside Secondary School in Orangeville on Nov. 3.

Police beat: Bolton man facing fraud charges after gravel taken from pit

WELLINGTON NORTH  – A Bolton man has been charged with fraud after a local gravel pit owner was bilked out of $40,000 worth of material over two years.

See all Wellington County area articles.

Arthur Optimist Club has fulfilled its pledge of a $10,000 donation to the Aboyne Rural Hospice

ARTHUR – The Arthur Optimist Club has fulfilled its pledge of a $10,000 donation to the Aboyne Rural Hospice fundraising campaign.

Holiday Smile Cookies will again support Louise Marshall Hospital

MOUNT FOREST – Tim Hortons restaurants across Canada will kick off their Holiday Smile Cookie campaigns on Nov. 17, and the Mount Forest location has once again chosen to support the Louise Marshall Hospital Foundation with a portion of the proceeds.

See all Wellington North area articles.

Editorial

Time for action

Yet again, serious accidents have occurred in the valley of Highway 6 where it intersects Wellington Road 22 and 8th line.

As the sun rises

Even in the darkness we knew what the sound was.

Amazon to cut 14,000 jobs

A headline about Amazon job losses popped up on numerous websites on Tuesday. A deeper dive into the story by Reuters suggested cuts may max out at 30,000 positions.

Columnists

William Cone made dynamos in Fergus in 1890s

By Stephen Thorning

The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…

Wisdom

By Kelly Waterhouse

Right on schedule, our daughter’s wisdom teeth were removed last week. All four of them. 

Golden leaf

By Kelly Waterhouse

There is a large Maple tree in our front yard that has yet to fully shed its leaves, but it’s a matter of days. 

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