HILLSBURGH – A revised development plan for a major Hillsburgh subdivision has some residents irked by an increase in density.
Agriculture-based learning program proposal bogged down by safety concerns
KENILWORTH – Local agencies want more information about a proposed outdoor learning program outside of Arthur before they can take a firm stance on a rezoning application.
Province providing county with $3.8-million influx for childcare initiatives
GUELPH – Wellington County is receiving an additional $3.8 million in Canada-Wide Early Learning Child Care (CWELCC) program funding this year.
County council to consider $3.26 million in roof work for housing buildings in Guelph
GUELPH – Wellington County’s social services committee is supporting a recommendation to county council to award three roofing contracts to Ottawa-based T.P. Crawford Limited for a total of $2.82 million (before tax).
Blue Triton grant to support celebrations, downtown improvements
ERIN – Council here approved staff recommendations on how to spend $58,446 from Blue Triton.
Erin council doles $20,500 to local groups, boosts next year’s grants budget
ERIN – Council here has granted $20,500 to local non-profits and volunteer organizations, and boosted the town’s long-running grants budget.
Town lends support as Erin Agricultural Society plans for 175th fall fair next year
ERIN – The Town of Erin is giving its support as the Erin Agricultural Society plans for its 175th anniversary next year.
Higher ‘remedial action rate’ noticed in 2023 Erin septic system inspections
ERIN – Last year, Wellington Source Water completed 48 development reviews, 71 inspections, 107 septic inspections and finalized three risk management plans within town.
Concerns raised over spending on grants, donations
KENILWORTH – Wellington North council approved $82,635 in donations and fee waivers to local community groups and organizations at its April 22 meeting, but some council members say spending needs to be reined in.
Crown drops fraud charge against Guelph man in connection with grandparent scam
GUELPH – The Crown has dropped a fraud charge against a Guelph man in connection with a local grandparent scam.
Record spending on grants and donations brings calls to control township program
KENILWORTH – Wellington North council approved $82,635 in donations and fee waivers to local community groups and organizations at its April 22 meeting, but some council members say spending needs to be reined in.
Time capsule to be buried at Wellington North 25th anniversary of amalgamation event
KENILWORTH – Details about how Wellington North plans to celebrate 25 years since several villages and townships amalgamated to form township in 1999 were revealed at a recent council meeting.
Province’s blue box changes bring concerns for local businesses
GUELPH – Wellington County council has endorsed the continuation of county-provided recycling services, but is concerned a local plan leaves out some industrial, commercial and institutional groups.
Wellington North man pleads guilty to lesser assault charge following Arthur incident
GUELPH – A Wellington North man charged with sexual assault and threatening to kill a cop has pleaded guilty in Guelph court to a lesser offence of assault.
‘I do a lot in the community’: Jen Edwards again named Erin’s Citizen of the Year
ERIN – Around 100 people were treated to dinner and live music performed by the Erin District High School TEMPO band at Centre 2000 for the annual Shamrock Awards on April 24.