WELLINGTON NORTH – Some in Mount Forest and Arthur are concerned the historic character of downtown buildings could be stripped away.
Councillors push back on Arthur subdivision changes
WELLINGTON NORTH – A future subdivision in Arthur’s south end may not end up looking how the developers hoped.
Wellington North to upgrade comprehensive zoning bylaw
KENILWORTH – Wellington North town staff are proposing an array of comprehensive zoning bylaw amendments.
Hauser appointed to Guelph council, steps down as UGDSB trustee
GUELPH – Katherine Hauser has swapped her seat as vice-chair of the Upper Grand District School Board for a seat in Guelph's council chambers.
Protestors call for arms embargo, aid to Gaza
GUELPH – Almost 100 people gathered in front of Guelph MP Dominique O’Rourke’s office on July 25, calling for a two-way arms embargo, recognition of the State of Palestine, and for Canada to push to get aid into Gaza.
Township of Wellington North reviews development charges
KENILWORTH – The Township of Wellington North is updating its development charges bylaw to align with provincial requirements.
Performers, volunteers, festival goers fill Guelph Lake Island for Hillside
GUELPH/ERAMOSA – This year's Hillside Festival included 60 bands from 14 different countries.
Mayor struggles to support single detached houses on small lots
KENILWORTH – Owners of an Arthur property hope to split their lot in two and build a detached home on each half.
Strangles circulating in Halton, Grey County, Kawartha Lakes
ONTARIO – There have been three confirmed strangles cases in Ontario equines so far this month.
Sliding doors at Mount Forest arena to be replaced for $36,000
KENILWORTH – The sliding doors at the Mount Forest and District Sports Complex arena entrance will be replaced at a cost of $36,172.
Wellington North councillor suggests bylaw to preserve historical facades
KENILWORTH – Councillor Penny Renken is concerned that Wellington North is “beginning to lose [its] charm and historical feeling, building by building.”
New crosswalk considered on George Street in Arthur
KENILWORTH – The Township of Wellington North is taking steps towards installing a crosswalk in Arthur, on George Street between Frederick and Charles Streets, where there is an existing mid-block pedestrian crossing.
Township grants $200,000 interest-free loan to curling club
KENILWORTH – The Arthur and Area Curling Club will receive an interest-free five-year loan of $200,000 from the Township of Wellington North.
Elora Festival welcomes Jeremy Dutcher to Gambrel Barn
ELORA – The Elora Festival is underway, with more than 20 concert experiences taking place between July 11 and 27. On July 12, the Elora Festival’s concert hall, Gambrel Barn, was full for a performance by Jeremy Dutcher.
Fairy and Iron Renaissance Faire brings whimsy and fun to Guelph/Eramosa
GUELPH/ERAMOSA – The Fairy and Iron Renaissance Faire began at Cox Creek Cellars in Guelph/Eramosa on July 12 and 13.