FERGUS – Vendor Jasmine was one a several vendors at the Faerie Market on Aug. 24 at the Centre Wellington Community Sportsplex.
OPINION: New partnership promotes farmers, farmers’ markets
ONTARIO – Harvest of all kinds is in full swing in Ontario, from grains and other field crops to a wide range of fruits and vegetables.
Classic cars take over museum lawn for annual show
ABOYNE – The classic car show at the Wellington County Museum and Archives, held on Aug. 25, was a hit with car lovers of every description.
No one was singing the blues at Water Cycles Bikes and Blues Festival
ABOYNE – Participants in the Water Cycles Bikes and Blues Festival, held on Aug. 24 at the Wellington County Museum and Archives, had the option of taking a 100km, 30km or 10km loop according to their interest and ability.
GRCA seeks input on conservation areas strategy
WELLINGTON COUNTY – The Grand River Conservation Authority (GRCA) is requesting feedback on its draft conservation areas strategy.
New leader at helm for EWFHT
ROCKWOOD – The East Wellington Family Health Team (EWFHT) is pleased to announce a leadership change as of Aug. 19.
Grant for Wellington Pregnancy Care Centre
FERGUS – Wellington Pregnancy Care Centre recently received a grant of $1,000 from the Fergus Walmart for the organization’s programs to support anyone experiencing an unexpected pregnancy or challenges as a new parent.
Rural wardens meet with provincial leaders at Association of Municipalities of Ontario Conference
OTTAWA – The Western Ontario Wardens’ Caucus met with provincial leaders during the recent Association of Municipalities of Ontario Conference to strengthen partnerships and advocate for key priorities.
TD donates to Focus on Nature
ONTARIO – Focus on Nature has announced that the TD Bank Group has donated $3,500 to support nature and arts programming for elementary school students in Ontario, continuing its ongoing support for the organization since 2010.
New OB/GYN joins Groves Memorial Community Hospital
FERGUS – A new obstetrician/gynecologist has joined the team at Groves Memorial Community Hospital.
OPINION: Resolutions help drive farm organization advocacy
ONTARIO – As an advocacy organization for farmers, the Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA) takes action to ensure the concerns of its members come to the attention of decision-makers.
Ashara kicks off Fergus Grand Theatre season
CENTRE WELLINGTON – The Fergus Grand Theatre’s 2024-2025 presenting series launches on Sept. 28 with Ashara, a blend of traditional Scottish folk and Jamaican reggae from visionary artist Jason Wilson.
The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe came to Fergus
FERGUS – It was a packed house as Playful Fox Productions staged its version of The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe on Aug. 23 at the Fergus Grand Theatre.
OPINION: U15 girls lacrosse team captures provincial title in ‘season to remember’
CENTRE WELLINGTON – This year marked a turning point for the U15 girls' lacrosse team in Centre Wellington.
Split the Pot Lottery exceeds $1 million in sales in eight days
ONTARIO – Split the Pot Lottery is thrilled to announce the phenomenal support for its latest lottery program, achieving exceptional results in just eight days after launching on Aug. 7.