WELLINGTON COUNTY – Local teachers' unions are criticizing the province's plan to end mask mandates after March break, saying it is premature, rushed and ties the hands of local school boards.
School boards set to pull plug on masking as province lifts mandate on March 21
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Following the province's decision to end its mask mandate, the Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB) and Wellington Catholic District School Board (WCDSB) are pulling the plug on mandatory masking when students return from March break.
Grand Watershed Trails Network offers ‘one-stop place’ with new website launch
WATERLOO – The Grand Watershed Trails Network is hoping its newly launched website will help create more connectivity through outdoor experiences.
Steven Liebig accepts vacant Guelph/Eramosa councillor position
GUELPH/ERAMOSA – Steven Liebig, the runner-up in the Ward 3 councillor race here in 2018, has agreed to be appointed to the position. Council formally declared councillor Louise Marshall’s position vacant on March 7.
Longtime Fergus resident Margaret Bridge celebrates 100th birthday
FERGUS – War bride and longtime Legion member Margaret Bridge has celebrated a century of memories and contributions to the community.
Elora Rocks finish first in league; playoffs start Friday
ELORA – Although they finished first in the regular season, the Elora Rocks are taking nothing for granted as they head into the playoffs. The team faces the Stratford Fighting Irish on March 11 in Elora at 8:30pm.
Erin residents opposed to official plan amendment that would allow for the decommissioning of household septic systems
ERIN – Residents here have submitted a letter of objection, equipping them with the opportunity to appeal an amendment to the town’s official plan, should councillors vote to accept it.
Guelph/Eramosa council paid $144,000 in 2021
GUELPH/ERAMOSA – The cost of compensating Guelph/Eramosa council was over $144,000 in 2021, a decrease from just over $150,500 in 2020.
CWDHS shows support for Ukraine with donation drive initiative
FERGUS – Centre Wellington District High School (CWDHS) showed its support for Ukraine with a donation drive last week.
Parents concerned with ‘chaotic’ parking situation at Harris Mill PS
ROCKWOOD – Parents of Harris Mill Public School students have expressed safety concerns about what they are calling a “chaotic” parking lot and drop-off situation.
Common farm safety issues can be avoided if the right measures are taken
ALMA – Accidents in the agriculture sector are common, but they can often be avoided by taking some additional safety precautions and by knowing the equipment around you.
Guelph/Eramosa councillor Louise Marshall resigns
GUELPH/ERAMOSA – Council formally declared Ward 3 councillor Louise Marshall’s position vacant in a March 7 meeting.
Elora Public School students making an impact on period poverty through ‘1 Box’ initiative
ELORA – A group of students is working to make feminine hygiene products more accessible to women in the community by creating awareness around period poverty.
Students at St. Mary Catholic School to participate in Live Free Day on March 7
ELORA – St. Mary Catholic School here is among nearly 100 schools across Wellington County, Guelph and Dufferin County participating in Live Free Day.
Town of Erin recognizes Olympians upon return to their hometown
ERIN – The Town of Erin recently showed its support for two local Olympians who recently returned to their hometown, bringing an end to their journey at the 2022 Winter Olympics in Beijing.