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Wednesday, January 27, 2021 | Vol 54 Issue 03

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Jaime Myslik

Reporter

Puslinch approves new protocol for commenting on aggregate site plan amendments

Jaime Myslik July 5, 2020News

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

Jaime Myslik July 2, 2020COVID-19, News

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

Jaime Myslik June 26, 2020News

PUSLINCH – The building department here will soon be offering an online building permit system.

Province could give municipalities more say on water bottling operations

Jaime Myslik June 24, 2020News

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

Jaime Myslik June 22, 2020COVID-19, News

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

Jaime Myslik June 19, 2020COVID-19, News

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

Jaime Myslik June 18, 2020COVID-19, News

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

Jaime Myslik June 17, 2020News

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

Jaime Myslik June 10, 2020COVID-19, News, Rural

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

Jaime Myslik May 12, 2020Community News, News

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

Jaime Myslik May 6, 2020COVID-19, News

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

Jaime Myslik May 6, 2020COVID-19, News

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

Jaime Myslik April 30, 2020COVID-19, News

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

Jaime Myslik April 30, 2020COVID-19, News

CENTRE WELLINGTON – With the COVID-19 pandemic leading to non-essential business closures, the equine industry throughout Canada is feeling ripple effects.

No foreseeable equine feed shortages: Erin store owner

Jaime Myslik April 29, 2020COVID-19, Rural

ERIN – Horse owners should rest assured that COVID-19 isn’t causing feed shortages right now.…

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Public health reporting 149 COVID-19 cases over weekend

WELLINGTON COUNTY – Public health is reporting 149 new COVID-19 cases in the region over the weekend (Jan. 22 to 24) and the 15th COVID-related death in Wellington County.

Elora Mill named number one spa destination in Canada

ELORA MILL – The Elora Mill Hotel and Spa has been named the number one spa and wellness destination in Canada – and number two in North America.

See all Centre Wellington area articles.

Public health reporting 149 COVID-19 cases over weekend

WELLINGTON COUNTY – Public health is reporting 149 new COVID-19 cases in the region over the weekend (Jan. 22 to 24) and the 15th COVID-related death in Wellington County.

Erin Snowman earns name Braveheart

Braveheart and friends – Following a fresh snowfall, Erin resident Jen Edwards built a cheerful…

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Michelle Hanson trial moved to Guelph

ORANGEVILLE - Michelle Hanson, the mother charged in the death of her three-year-old son Kaden Young, will have her criminal trial held in a Guelph courtroom in March. 

Grand Valley Polar Bear Dip set for Jan. 1

GRAND VALLEY - Take the plunge in Grand Valley to celebrate the new year and support the local food bank.

See all Grand Valley area articles.

St. James Social Justice Club plans mental health events this week

GUELPH – The St. James Catholic High School Social Justice Club has turned its focus on providing the St. James community with support to help boost mental health and wellbeing.

Public health reporting 149 COVID-19 cases over weekend

WELLINGTON COUNTY – Public health is reporting 149 new COVID-19 cases in the region over the weekend (Jan. 22 to 24) and the 15th COVID-related death in Wellington County.

See all Guelph area articles.

Public health reporting 149 COVID-19 cases over weekend

WELLINGTON COUNTY – Public health is reporting 149 new COVID-19 cases in the region over the weekend (Jan. 22 to 24) and the 15th COVID-related death in Wellington County.

OPP: officers will not arbitrarily stop people to enforce stay-at-home order

WELLINGTON COUNTY – The OPP's strategy for enforcing the province's stay-at-home order will focus on businesses and restaurants, public complaints and outdoor gatherings.

See all Guelph-Eramosa area articles.

Public health reporting 149 COVID-19 cases over weekend

WELLINGTON COUNTY – Public health is reporting 149 new COVID-19 cases in the region over the weekend (Jan. 22 to 24) and the 15th COVID-related death in Wellington County.

Mapleton council meetings now on YouTube

WELLINGTON COUNTY – The Township of Mapleton announced on Jan. 15 that council meetings are now being recorded and uploaded to the township’s YouTube account after each meeting.

See all Mapleton area articles.

North Wellington long-term care facilities receive provincial COVID-19 funding

WELLINGTON COUNTY – The province is providing $424,000 in funding to help long-term care homes in northern Wellington cope with the second wave of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Public health reporting 149 COVID-19 cases over weekend

WELLINGTON COUNTY – Public health is reporting 149 new COVID-19 cases in the region over the weekend (Jan. 22 to 24) and the 15th COVID-related death in Wellington County.

See all Minto area articles.

Public health reporting 149 COVID-19 cases over weekend

WELLINGTON COUNTY – Public health is reporting 149 new COVID-19 cases in the region over the weekend (Jan. 22 to 24) and the 15th COVID-related death in Wellington County.

Guelph-Wellington paramedics helping with COVID-19 vaccinations

WELLINGTON COUNTY –Local paramedics are helping to administer COVID-19 vaccines to recipients across the Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health (WDGPH) region.

See all Orangeville area articles.

Public health reporting 149 COVID-19 cases over weekend

WELLINGTON COUNTY – Public health is reporting 149 new COVID-19 cases in the region over the weekend (Jan. 22 to 24) and the 15th COVID-related death in Wellington County.

Puslinch Tract to temporarily close for tree maintenance

PUSLINCH – The Grand River Conservation Authority (GRCA) is closing the Puslinch Tract property here for three days next week.

See all Puslinch area articles.

Province extends state of emergency to Feb. 9

TORONTO – The Ontario government has extended the current state of emergency until Feb. 9. The announcement was buried at the end of a Jan. 25 press release about adjustments to the province's vaccination plan.

St. James Social Justice Club plans mental health events this week

GUELPH – The St. James Catholic High School Social Justice Club has turned its focus on providing the St. James community with support to help boost mental health and wellbeing.

See all Wellington County area articles.

North Wellington long-term care facilities receive provincial COVID-19 funding

WELLINGTON COUNTY – The province is providing $424,000 in funding to help long-term care homes in northern Wellington cope with the second wave of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Public health reporting 149 COVID-19 cases over weekend

WELLINGTON COUNTY – Public health is reporting 149 new COVID-19 cases in the region over the weekend (Jan. 22 to 24) and the 15th COVID-related death in Wellington County.

See all Wellington North area articles.
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Life is full of contradictions, they say, a bromide illustrated perhaps nowhere better than in the Ontario government’s ever-changing pandemic restrictions and responses.

A little clarity helps

Everyone has a pet peeve – or these days, a plurality of annoyances.

Please think safety when setting up photos

As the North Wellington Community News enters our second year with our expanded focus on the…

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Open Mind: Loneliness

By Angela Heeley

Loneliness is something we struggle with at the best of times. Some of us are introverted and…

Happy Birthday

By Kelly Waterhouse

I cannot tell you how old my mother, Lynda, turned on her birthday last week. It’s not that I…

General store in Hillsburgh exploded in 1880

By Stephen Thorning

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

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