ERIN – Erin town council approved the water financial report at a special council meeting on May 28 – a meeting that was called after councillors sent the report back to staff at its May 19 meeting seeking more information from staff.
Three Aberfoyle students part of Historica Canada’s COVID-19 virtual museum project
ABERFOYLE – Three students from Aberfoyle Public School have had school projects selected for the Canada During COVID-19 virtual museum, a Historica Canada project to archive experiences of Canadians during the pandemic.
Centre Wellington 100 Women Who Care donates $8,000 to Groves fund
FERGUS – For a fundraising group whose second mission is to socialize, COVID-19 has really put a cramp on 100 Women Who Care Centre Wellington.
Centre Wellington to develop new water policy
ELORA – Centre Wellington Township has enough water capacity to service the community until 2036, but there is “significant risk” if something isn’t done before 2041.
Local chef takes culinary therapy sessions online
HILLSBURGH - Chef Pam Fanjoy is finding her unique skill set – being both a chef and a family therapist – is coming in handy as she attempts to counsel families through cooking.
Elora clearing the way for pedestrians and safe distancing
ELORA – Streets in downtown Elora will be closed to vehicular traffic beginning this weekend in an effort to free up space for pedestrians to visit the village and still adhere to physical distancing requirements.
Public health: asymptomatic people can now be tested for COVID-19
GUELPH - It can be hard to keep up with all the recommendations around testing for COVID-19, but as it stands now, anyone can be tested, without a referral, if they think they might have been exposed to the virus.
Puslinch councillor hopes to start program to help local businesses
PUSLINCH – As a business owner herself, Puslinch councillor Jessica Goyda feels for businesses in her municipality that have been affected by COVID-19.
Erin council sends water plan back to staff to reflect town’s current financial position
ERIN – Erin council will need to have a special council meeting before May 31 after referring the…
Council to make zoning bylaw changes to accommodate looser rental unit rules
PUSLINCH – As a result of the More Homes, More Choices Act, which passed into law in 2019, Wellington County is amending its official plan and brought a presentation to Puslinch council on May 20 to explain how the changes would impact the township.
Guelph-Eramosa council deals with pre-COVID-19 matters
BRUCEDALE – Guelph-Eramosa council approves road project, farmer's market lease, park names; plans for reopening.
Puslinch township partners with U of G, Clearcable to improve internet service
PUSLINCH – Puslinch council has agreed to enter a partnership with the University of Guelph and Clearcable Networks to improve internet service in the township.
Region’s top doctor supports reopening of economy but warns against gatherings
WELLINGTON COUNTY – It’s been long, it’s been hard, and people are becoming impatient with the physical restrictions that COVID-19 has forced upon them.
CW Youth Council gathering inspiring stories
CENTRE WELLINGTON – After forming in the fall and establishing its vision and way of operating, the Centre Wellington Youth Council was preparing to launch some youth-oriented activities this spring when COVID-19 hit.
Fergus Kinsmen celebrate 30 years of service
FERGUS – Way back in February, the Fergus and District Kinsmen Club raised a flag to mark the 100th anniversary of Kinsmen in Canada, with a view to celebrating the club’s own 30th anniversary in May.