ELORA – A Part II Order request that put the brakes on two bridge replacement projects in Centre Wellington, has been “terminated” by the Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks.
Elora RMT accused of sexual assault cuts deal with College of Massage Therapists
ELORA – A registered massage therapist who worked in Elora has resigned from the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario, promising to never practise massage therapy again, after two separate accusations of sexual assault.
Roof at Fergus wastewater treatment plant comes back to council
ELORA – Centre Wellington council will get another chance to debate and perhaps decide the fate of the secondary digester roof replacement project at the Fergus wastewater treatment plant after painting itself and staff into a corner in August.
Elements Casino in Elora to open Sept. 28
ELORA – Elements Casino Grand River is reopening on Sept. 28. But it will be slot machines only in the beginning, and other table games and amenities like food and beverage services will not be open. As well, admission is limited to 50 guests at a time.
Everton Community Church installs new windows
New windows – The Everton Community Church is getting new windows, and the old ones will soon…
School bus drivers want better PPE, adult monitors, fewer students on buses
GUELPH – School bus drivers are not happy with the return to school plan and the added responsibilities that will fall on their shoulders once buses get rolling later this month.
What happens if there is a case of COVID-19 at school?
GUELPH - It will take "a lot" to declare an outbreak of COVID-19 and close a school, public health officials say.
Nervous about returning to work? There’s a tool kit for that
GUELPH – For anyone nervous or anxious about returning to their workplace, the Canadian Mental Health Association has prepared a tool kit to help employees navigate their fears and help employers create transition plans and policies so everyone can feel safe, confident and productive.
Guelph, Wellington and partners unveil initiatives to support economic recovery
GUELPH – Last year Guelph and Wellington County won the Smart Cities Challenge for their Our Food Future project that came with a $10-million prize and immediately the groups started working on a plan.
Ovarian Cancer Canada’s Walk of Hope fundraiser a mix of in-person and online this year
Like so many fundraisers this year, the 2020 Ovarian Cancer Canada Walk of Hope is going virtual.
Bookbinders leave $250,000 musical gift to Kodály Society of Canada
ROCKWOOD - A local couple, known for their love of music and teaching music to children, has left a $250,000 gift to the Kodály Society of Canada.
School bus consortium finalizing routes for back-to-school plan
WELLINGTON COUNTY - When schools open their doors to students next week, school buses will be operating and families will be informed about bus stop times and locations, new protocols on buses and details relating to their specific children.
Community Living’s executive director set to retire in December
GUELPH – Laura Hanley arrived at Community Living Guelph Wellington (CLGW) when the agency was in…
It’s harvest time: Backyard Bounties links consumers to farms and fresh, local food
ARTHUR – The virtual farmer’s market lists farms in southern Ontario with links to their websites.
Public health posts notice of health information privacy breach
GUELPH – The local health unit has posted a notice of a privacy breach that occurred on its public website between January and May of this year. "At no time were the names of clients exposed, however, it was possible to view certain kinds of personal information and personal health information."