GUELPH – The Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB) is accepting applications for a new Orangeville trustee. Kenn Manzerolle, the former Orangeville trustee, announced his resignation during the UGDSB on Sept. 12.
Township plans to improve pedestrian access to Puslinch Lake
PUSLINCH – The township is moving forward with a plan to install a pathway, bench and small garden at the public right-of-way between Travelled Road and the lake.
Five-year termite management project will likely cost $1.4 million
ELORA – Centre Wellington is prepared to pay Termite Research Services almost $1.4 million to provide termite management services until the end of 2028.
Honouring National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Fifty years ago, a six-year-old Secwepemc girl named Phyllis Webstad was excited to wear her bright and shiny orange shirt to school.
Council supports extension for Rockwood subdivision
ROCKWOOD – Drexler Construction Limited is requesting a second two-year extension for a proposed seven-home condominium subdivision in the urban centre of Rockwood.
Erin Fall Fair Activities at the Equine Tent
ERIN – When fair attendees wander to the back of the Erin Fall Fair on Thanksgiving weekend, they may hear nickering sounds from the Equine Tent.
Development of 271 townhouses approved in Salem
ELORA – Almost three hundred new townhouses will likely be built on the west side of Wellington Road 7 in Elora-Salem, and the developer says the intention is to create “affordable housing.”
Possible provincial heritage designation for Pierpoint Fly Fishing Nature Reserve
ELORA – Centre Wellington council is taking steps to designate Pierpoint Fly Fishing Nature Reserve a significant cultural heritage landscape under the Ontario Heritage Act.
Centre Wellington council approves increased remuneration
ELORA – Centre Wellington council members have voted themselves a hefty raise next year: 18% for councillors and 13% for the mayor.
Six Nations Friendship Walk about relationships, education
FERGUS – Haudenosaunee people from the Six Nations of the Grand River walked through Fergus on Sept. 22, alongside local allies, to build relationships and spread awareness about the Haldimand Proclamation.
Here4Hope names Lynn Brandwood winner of Power of One Award
WELLINGTON NORTH – The Neil Dunsmore Power of One Award recognizes Lynn Brandwood for her "significant contribution to promoting life and preventing suicide."
Our Lady of Lourdes teacher receives National Leadership Award
GUELPH – Michael Moore, teacher and head of technological education at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic High School, was presented with the school's National Leadership Award on Sept. 20.
UGDSB trustee resigns; board welcomes new faces, lauds custodial/maintenance staff
GUELPH – Kids are settling back into routines with the new school year well underway, and the Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB) had its first meeting of the year on Sept. 12
Volunteering with horses is a rewarding endeavour
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Spending time with horses can reduce stress, bring joy, increase physical exercise and time outside, and provide a sense of purpose.
Fergus trail ride raises funds for Hospice Wellington
FERGUS – Horseback riders in Centre Wellington will crunch through the autumn leaves again this October to raise funds for Hospice Wellington.