GUELPH/ERAMOSA – Thatcher Farms is introducing something new to the annual Fall Rural Romp event for 2022.
Local author Rio Youers signs two-book deal with HarperCollins
ELORA – Local author Rio Youers has signed a new two-book deal with publishing powerhouse HarperCollins (U.S.).
New federal electoral riding boundary proposed for Wellington-Halton Hills
WELLINGTON COUNTY – The electoral riding boundary may look a little different in Wellington-Halton Hills when the next federal election comes around.
4-H Ontario downsizes office space, introduces permanent remote work model
GUELPH – 4-H Ontario has recently downsized its existing office space, shifting to a permanent remote work model for staff.
Erin council approves updated parkland dedication bylaw
ERIN – Council here has approved an updated parkland dedication bylaw, bringing the town up to planning act requirements/standards.
Erin Fitness receives approval from council to relocate
ERIN – Erin council has approved a zoning bylaw amendment allowing Erin Fitness to relocate to another property in town.
CW Shuffleboard Club celebrates end of season
CENTRE WELLINGTON – The season has come to an end for the Centre Wellington Shuffleboard Club.
Second annual fall bazaar benefits Heart and Stroke Foundation
FERGUS – Carrie Kierstead, owner of Hair with Care in Fergus, is hosting the second annual Fall Bazaar for the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada with hopes of doubling last year’s fundraising total.
Mount Forest native’s debut novel longlisted for Scotiabank Giller Prize
MOUNT FOREST – Former Mount Forest resident André Forget has been longlisted for the 2022 Scotiabank Giller Prize Award for his novel debut 'In the City of Pigs.'
Guelph/Eramosa council approves asset management plan
GUELPH/ERAMOSA – Council here has approved the township's 2022 asset management plan and has directed staff to provide the ten-year capital plans to the next council for its consideration as part of the 2023 budget process.
Townhouse development in Rockwood gets final approval from council
ROCKWOOD – A townhouse development proposed in Rockwood has received final approval from Guelph/Eramosa council.
Music school highlights local youth talent at Riverfest Elora
ELORA – The students of Adrian Jones Music School once again kicked off the Riverfest Elora music festival this year.
Students return to class across Wellington County
They’re back – Sept. 6 marked the return to school for students across Wellington County.
Hopewell Children Homes introduces multi-sensory room in Ariss
ARISS – Hopewell Children’s Homes is introducing its first Snoezelen Room, a multi-sensory environment, after receiving a $50,000 donation.
Soaking up the final days of summer at Rockmosa Park
Fun in the sun – Children spent the Labour Day long weekend enjoying the last few days of summer at Rockmosa Park in Rockwood.