HANOVER – Hanover Community Players donated $1,152 to the Salvation Army Food Bank on Jan. 17.
Palmerston Lions donate $500 to Crime Stoppers
PALMERSTON – The Palmerston Lions Club was pleased to present Kevin West of Guelph-Wellington Crime Stoppers with a cheque for $500.
WOWC advocates for housing, mental health, workforce initiatives
TORONTO – The Western Ontario Wardens’ Caucus (WOWC) continued to advocate for three critical regional priorities during the recent Rural Ontario Municipal Association (ROMA) 2024 Conference.
New municipal/provincial partnership needed in Ontario: AMO
TORONTO – The Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) has released a pre-budget submission calling on the province to commit to reviewing the provincial-municipal fiscal framework as part of the upcoming provincial budget.
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Performance day offers skaters chance to showcase their skills
PALMERSTON – The Harriston Skating Club hosted a performance day featuring skaters from the Harriston Skating Club and Skate Wallace on Jan. 21 at the Palmerston arena.
Blessings to You Centre presents $2000 cheque to Harriston Skating Club
The Harriston Skating Club is a volunteer run, not-for-profit organization that relies on fundraising and sponsorships from the community to offset the costs of ice, coaching and other expenses.
Official openings held for five new businesses in Town of Minto
MINTO – The Minto Chamber of Commerce, in collaboration with the Town of Minto, held ribbon-cutting ceremonies marking the official welcoming of five new businesses to the community on Jan. 23.
Erin Legion donated over $70,000 to community, veteran organizations in 2023
ERIN – Members of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 442 took part in a “Breakfast with Santa” event on Dec. 16 at the Erin Legion.
Poverty Task Force calling for improved income policies to address food insecurity crisis
WELLINGTON COUNTY – A new campaign is informing the community about the harsh realities of food insecurity in Guelph and Wellington County.
Pancake supper at St. James
FERGUS – St. James Anglican Church in Fergus is holding a pancake supper.
Free skating on Family Day
FERGUS – Two local businesses are sponsoring free public skating sessions at the Centre Wellington Community Sportsplex on Family Day.
Black Tie Bingo adds second venue to increase access, add choice for patrons
GUELPH – The 28th annual Black Tie Bingo fundraising gala in support of Guelph General Hospital, presented by Co-operators and Meridian Credit Union, has expanded this year, offering a new choice for patrons.
UGDSB appoints trustees to committees, approves director’s performance appraisal
GUELPH – The Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB) held a board meeting on Jan. 16.
New dementia resource consultant launched at Guelph General Hospital
GUELPH – Guelph General Hospital (GGH) has added a new role to the emergency department specifically designed to support community members who live with dementia or who care for someone living with dementia.