WELLINGTON COUNTY - The federal government has set a Canada-wide target for a 30 per cent reduction in fertilizer emissions by the year 2030. Public feedback on how the agriculture sector might meet the target is being accepted until Aug. 31.
Final SWIFT high-speed internet project nears completion as province introduces new funding model
WELLINGTON COUNTY - The fourth and final Southwestern Integrated Fibre Technology project in Wellington County is anticipated for November completion with the potential to provide 3,085 total new connections across all projects in the county.
Local mapping project highlights Wellington County’s rich Black history
GUELPH – A new map from the Guelph Black Heritage Society that highlights local Black historical landmarks turns a year of research into an accessible self-guided tour through Wellington County.
Caressant Care Harriston fails to meet provincial deadline for air conditioning
HARRISTON - Over a month after a provincial deadline to install air conditioning in every resident room, Caressant Care's Harriston location remains non-compliant. A spokesperson blamed a scheduling conflict and supply chain challenges for the delay.
Hospital volunteer association planning land sale to developer
FERGUS – The Groves Hospital Volunteer Association plans to sell its New To You property to Reid's Heritage Homes for a residential development, but the potential development hinges on council approval.
Second case of monkeypox confirmed in Wellington County
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health has confirmed a second case of monkeypox in a county man between 50 and 60 years old, following a positive lab result, bringing the total number of monkeypox cases in the health unit's region to three.
County to convene special meeting addressing social issues in Guelph
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Local politicians, municipal staff, and delegates will convene for a special meeting of Wellington County's social services committee on July 21, following motions about homelessness, and mental health and addictions, passed by City of Guelph council earlier this month.
Municipally-funded health coverage benefits 386 low-income residents in 2021
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Spending on municipally-funded discretionary benefits last year was down slightly from 2020 levels despite an increase in clients served.
Ribfest kicks off four days of fun in Mount Forest
Kickoff – Mount Forest residents dug in to some ribs at the Git Yer Hillbilly On ribfest at…
Compliance audit committee members reappointed by Wellington North council
WELLINGTON NORTH – Past members of a joint compliance audit committee have been reappointed for the 2022-26 term of council.
Bell store in Fergus robbed at gunpoint
FERGUS – Police are looking for clues after the Bell store here was robbed at gunpoint on Monday. Wellington County OPP officials say two people armed with handguns entered the Tower Street South store at about 6:40pm on July 18 and stole about $20,000 worth of cell phones.
Wellington County OPP receiving new tactical equipment
WELLINGTON COUNTY – The Wellington County OPP is receiving new tactical equipment following purchase approval by the county’s Police Services Board.
County bylaw increases development charges following record year for revenue
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Wellington County council approved a new bylaw in May that increased development charge rates effective June 1. The bylaw remains in effect until 2027.
Inspection of Wellington Terrace Long-Term Care Home ‘quite intensive:’ administrator
ABOYNE – The Wellington Terrace Long-Term Care Home was recently visited by inspectors from the Ministry of Long Term Care for a proactive inspection unlike anything Terrace administrators have seen before.
Grant dollars aid in water tower repainting
WELLINGTON NORTH - The Mount Forest water tower will receive a new coat of paint next year following the township’s successful application to the Canada Infrastructure Program. Grant dollars will cover 73 per cent of the predicted $1.12 million total cost.