GUELPH/ERAMOSA – Gardening can boost mental, physical and emotional wellbeing. That’s one reason St. John Bosco Catholic High School students visit the Northfield Gardening Project to help grow food for Hope House’s Free Food Market.
Breaking ground for Drayton Wastewater Treatment Plant lagoons
MAPLETON – Mapleton council and staff joined representatives from Graham Capital, Cima and the Ontario Clean Water Agency on June 11 at the Drayton Wastewater Treatment Plant lagoons for a ceremonial groundbreaking.
Mapleton appoints building inspector
MAPLETON – Bev Fisher has been appointed as the new building inspector and plans inspector for the Township of Mapleton.
Fergus pub employee Robert O’Brien found guilty of sexual assault
GUELPH – A longtime staff member at the Goofie Newfie was charged with four counts of sexual assault in June 2023, and was found guilty of two counts on June 16.
Second complaint filed against OPP in death of Nathaniel Schofield
GUELPH – The mother of an Arthur man who died in police custody last year has filed a second complaint with Ontario's police oversight agency.
UGDSB students present multimedia show ‘Speed River Anthology’
GUELPH – Local history will be told through theatrical performances, live music, film and animation during the Speed River Anthology.
School board explores bringing IB diploma program to Wellington, Dufferin
GUELPH – Some parents and students would like the International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma program to be offered in Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB) schools in Wellington and Dufferin counties.
Peter Hannam remembered as farmer, mentor, leader, innovator
GUELPH/ERAMOSA – In the agricultural community, Peter Hannam was known for his encouraging mentorship, innovative farming practices, leadership roles, integrity, discipline and successful businesses.
Council approves minor variance for new garage with residential unit
KENILWORTH – A new garage with a residential unit above it will be permitted in Mount Forest, although the building will be taller than what’s usually allowed.
UGDSB approves updated policies on workplace violence, concussions, managing records
GUELPH – The Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB) has approved updates to its policies on workplace violence, concussions, and records and information management.
Minor variances approved for pig barns on two farms
KENILWORTH – New pig barns on two different farms will be built closer to their neighbours than is normally allowed. The proposed locations for each barn do not meet the minimum distance separation (MDS) from the nearest dwellings.
Catholic secondary school to include Grades 7 and 8 in 2026
GUELPH – Grade 7 and 8 students will soon be attending Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Secondary School.
Eight-unit apartment building permitted in rural Mapleton
MAPLETON – A former nursing home on a rural property east of Lebanon is set to be converted into up to eight apartments.
Union asks school board to call for increased provincial funding
GUELPH – There is a funding crisis in Ontario’s education system, union officials say.
Black Parents Council, school board at odds over group’s delegation refusal
GUELPH – A group of parents hoped to delegate about anti-Black racism at a recent Upper Grand District School Board meeting, but was denied the opportunity.