FERGUS – There’s nothing random about being kind, says Abby Graham. It takes education, thoughtful action and, for the Grade 12 student at Centre Wellington District High School, she hopes it will also involve signing a pledge.
Puslinch council takes close look at Aberfoyle traffic, lobbies county to consider people as it widens roads
PUSLINCH – The recurring theme during Puslinch council’s Jan. 19 meeting was making Aberfoyle a safe, walkable, liveable community and a quaint shopping destination for visitors.
Elora builder voids contracts; 32 buyers left without a home
ELORA – Gemini Homes Inc. has voided the contracts of 32 purchasers of homes in the South River development in Elora, leaving many scrambling for accommodation and almost all wondering how they will ever get into the housing market now.
Early morning fire destroys shop near Puslinch Lake
PUSLINCH – No trailers were damaged or people injured, but a fire at McClintock Trailer Resort on Puslinch Lake destroyed a maintenance shed in the early hours of Jan. 21.
Looking for a free lunch? Look no further than Bungalow 55 Community Luncheon
ELORA – There aren’t too many places you can get a free lunch these days, but in Elora there’s an organization that’s feeding 30 or 40 people twice a month.
26th Scouts’ virtual craft fair into its second year online
GUELPH – The 26th Scouts, in the Kortright Hills neighbourhood in Guelph, are hosting another series of online craft fairs as they hope to send some scouts to Holland for a Scouting Jamboree in 2023.
Coldest Night of the Year charity walk to benefit Elora House this year
ELORA – They can’t predict what the weather will be on Feb. 26 but for those who participate, it will be the Coldest Night of the Year.
Schneider International selling Puslinch location as it closes Canadian operations
PUSLINCH - Schneider International is closing its Canadian operations including the location on Brock Road in Puslinch. The company says trucks and equipment will transfer to the U.S. network and the Puslinch property will go up for sale this month.
Puslinch eyeing 3.8% tax increase in 2022; blended increase of 2%
ABERFOYLE – Puslinch council approved a four per cent cost of living increase for staff in 2022 at its Jan. 13 meeting. And that changed the frame of discussion for the rest of the meeting as council looked for other places to shave dollars from the draft 2022 budget.
Diane Ballantyne chosen as NDP candidate in Wellington-Halton Hills
FERGUS – Diane Ballantyne has been selected as the NDP's Wellington-Halton Hills candidate for the provincial election this spring. Party officials say the Wellington County councillor was chosen during a nomination meeting on Jan. 13 that was attended by over 50 people.
Ninety-nine opioid deaths in Waterloo, Guelph and Wellington County in 2021
WELLINGTON COUNTY – There were 99 opioid-related deaths in Waterloo, Guelph and Wellington County in 2021 – an increase in numbers Kristin Kerr, executive director of Stonehenge Therapeutic Community, calls “dramatic.”
Who cares? These folks do and they show it hundreds of ways
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Designed as a quick and easy fundraiser combined with some social time, it’s rather astounding that three 100 Men/Women Who Care organizations in Wellington County have continued to meet and make donations during the pandemic.
Outdoor skating popular at Optimist Recreation Centre in Puslinch
Public skate – With little else to do because of COVID-19 restrictions, skating was very…
Taking to the hill at the Wellington County Museum and Archives
Ready for take off – Members of the McNicol family of Fergus – Declan, 8, Keagan, 6, and…
Bryan’s Auctions issues business-to-business challenge to donate to local charities
PUSLINCH – Ken Lillycrop is encouraging businesses that are able, to donate to local charities.