Busload for charity – HomeTown Boutique, Apparel and Gifts held its second annual Fill-A-Bus…
Arthur 150th celebration committee hosts volunteer “thank you” barbecue
Thanks, Arthur – A large Canadian flag is seen hanging behind local politicians and community members at a “thank you” barbecue on Aug. 30 to show appreciation for everyone who made the Arthur 150th celebration and Canada Day weekend a resounding success.
Police seek to return recovered bicycle to owner
Is this your bike? – Wellington County OPP officials have recovered a bicycle and would like to identify the owner and return it.
ROI announces new members to board of directors
GUELPH – The board of directors of the Rural Ontario Institute (ROI) has announced the appointment of AJ Adams, Chris Wray and Graham Hoogterp as ROI directors.
Input sought on future agricultural investment
CANADA – The federal government is seeking feedback for the 2023-28 Next Policy Framework, a…
Young entrepreneurs host lemonade stand
Young entrepreneurs – Two youngsters from Moorefield spent Sunday trying to earn a few bucks.…
Grove Wellington Guelph, CMHA launch campaign ahead of municipal election
WELLINGTON COUNTY – The Grove Wellington Guelph and the Canadian Mental Health Association Waterloo Wellington are launching a #GetReal campaign, dedicated to demanding action from candidates and community representatives to ensure mental health is a priority in the upcoming municipal election.
Ponsonby U13 girls team brings home silver in ISA League year-end tournament
PONSONBY –The Ponsonby U13 girls team brought home the silver medal at the end of their ISA League year-end tournament in Ponsonby in August.
Organic Art Tattoo hosts second annual motorcycle show in Erin Aug. 28
ERIN – There were plenty of shiny wheels on display the afternoon of Aug. 28 on Main Street in Erin during the second annual motorcycle show organized by Organic Art Tattoo.
WCMA hosts 46th annual Antique and Classic Car Show
ABOYNE – The Wellington County Museum and Archives hosted a record number of cars at its annual car show on Aug. 28.
Learn bridge, meet friends
GUELPH - The Guelph Bridge Club offers intellectual exercise and entertaining competition in a supportive social setting, and they’d like to teach you how to play the game.
GBHS presents book reading and talkback
GUELPH – The Guelph Black Heritage Society (GBHS) is presenting It Was Dark There All the Time - Sophia Burthen and the Legacy of Slavery in Canada, a book reading and “talkback” with curator and historian Andrew Hunter.
Canadian sketch comedy stars coming to the Fergus Grand Theatre
FERGUS – The Fergus Grand Theatre’s 2022-23 presenting series kicks off on Sept. 23 with Middle Raged, a hilarious stage show starring Geri Hall and Gary Pearson that explores the time of life when you’re running out of time.
Minto hosting newcomer receptions
MINTO - The Town of Minto and local downtown revitalization committees are planning Newcomers’ Welcome Receptions in all three urban communities (Clifford, Palmerston, Harriston).
Crime Stoppers paper shredding event Sept. 10
MOUNT FOREST – To combat identity theft, Crime Stoppers Guelph Wellington (CSGW) has teamed up with a secure mobile shredding service allowing community members to bring personal papers for shredding on-site.