On July 20, the downtown core of Fergus was transformed into a thriving medieval village, complete with vikings, knights, and peasants for the Medieval Faire
Erin Fall Fair Horse Heritage Awards celebrate rich history
ERIN – The Erin Agricultural Society (EAS) and Erin Fall Fair will celebrate a milestone anniversary next year.
Pete Thorn and Belwood Lake Car Club rev up community spirit
BELWOOD – Pete Thorn fondly recalls taking trips to Florida as a child with his family and his cousins in an old Chevrolet Suburban.
Farrier Sara Veenstra brings happiness, one hoof at a time
BELWOOD – The art of the farrier is documented as far back as 300 B.C.
Fergus Medieval Faire returns this weekend
FERGUS – Hear ye, hear ye, the Fergus Medieval Faire is back! On July 20 the town will be transformed into a thriving medieval village filled with jousters, jesters, lords and ladies, falconers, Vikings and fairies.
‘Elora’s Longest BBQ’ on July 30 launches Food Day Canada 2024
ELORA – On July 30, Elora’s Longest BBQ will launch Food Day Canada, which falls on Aug. 3 this year. “It’s about fostering community, supporting local businesses and celebrating our vibrant food culture,” said Food Day Canada board director Jeff Stewart.
Antique and Classic Clifford Truck Show makes an impact
CLIFFORD – For the past 14 years, the Great Lakes Truck Club (GLTC) has held its Antique and Classic Truck Show in Clifford’s Rotary Park.
CW Food Bank chair Jackie Andrews: ‘kindness is free’
CENTRE WELLINGTON – Growing up in the beaches area of Toronto in the 1950s and ’60s, Jackie Andrews (née Hill) said she had a happy childhood. But it was not without hardships.
Residents of Pine Meadows reach milestone: $500,000 gift to Groves Hospital Foundation
BELWOOD – In 2002, the small community of Pine Meadows just outside of Belwood made a pledge of $250,000 to support the former Groves Hospital.
GROW Community Garden: a community effort at its heart
MARDEN – There is an unusual community garden located on the grounds of Grace Community Church in Marden.
Elora Festival and Singers: it takes a village
ELORA – The 45th season of Elora Festival is underway with three weeks of musical magic.
Community spirit shines at July 1 celebrations in Elora
ELORA – Under bright skies and with little humidity, residents and visitors flocked to the July 1 celebrations in Elora.
Ducks, pancakes, fireworks and fun at Centre Wellington Canada Day events
CENTRE WELLINGTON – This year’s Canada Day celebrations are particularly special.
Belwood Lake relaunches flotilla in celebration of Canada Day
BELWOOD – The Belwood Lake Canada Day Flotilla returns on Sunday June 30.
‘Garagemahal’ event raises thousands for Big Brothers Big Sisters
SALEM – June 20 marked the seventh year that John Stumpf and his wife Pam have presented Garagemahal in support of Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS) of Centre Wellington. Held on their property in Salem, the event is sponsored by several local businesses and a team of volunteers.