CAMBRIDGE - A flood watch issued by the Grand River Conservation Authority (GRCA) watershed residents can expect river flows to rise and continue high into next week.
Canadian Agricultural Safety Week celebrates Safe and Strong Farms
This March, the Canadian Agricultural Safety Association (CASA) is encouraging all Canadians to celebrate Safe and Strong Farms.
Ag industry has opportunity to become stronger post-pandemic
We can all agree that 2020 was a year like none other. It was a year that tested everyone’s readiness to adapt to change quickly.
Ontario producers welcome start of 2021 maple syrup season
BRESLAU - The Waterloo Wellington Chapter of the Ontario Maple Syrup Producers Association (OMSPA) along with the Elmira Maple Syrup Festival Committee recently announced the unofficial start of the maple tapping season.
OFA Viewpoint: Federation promotes need for reliable broadband accessibility across rural Ontario
As we approach the one-year mark of living this virtual lifestyle, access to fast, reliable broadband continues to be a hot button issue for many farmers and rural residents.
Drayton Entertainment launches online 50/50 raffle
DRAYTON - Drayton Entertainment has launched a province-wide Ultimate 50/50 raffle with half the proceeds benefiting charitable programs for the not-for-profit theatre company and half the proceeds awarded to one lucky winner.
Trial of Michelle Hanson delayed
GUELPH – The trial of Michelle Hanson, who is facing charges in relation to the 2018 death of her three-year old son Kaden Young, has been delayed. The Amaranth resident’s trial was scheduled to begin on March 8 in Guelph, but jury trials in Ontario are currently not being held due to the pandemic.
100+ Women Who Care Centre Wellington make donation to Elora House
Caring women – On Feb. 25, 100 + Women Who Care Centre Wellington raised and donated $7,200…
GHS moves to new digs this week
GUELPH – The Guelph Humane Society (GHS) is moving to its new facility at 190 Hanlon Creek Blvd.…
Minto Pride plans virtual St. Pat’s trivia party March 17
MINTO – A local organization is planning to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with a Virtual St.…
Empty drop-off in Alma supports pollinator project
ALMA – The Alma Optimist Club will be collecting returnable empty bottles and cans on March…
Local consultations inform budget process: Pettapiece
QUEEN’S PARK – Perth-Wellington MPP Randy Pettapiece hosted pre-budget consultations with…
Kiki Maple Water now available in Loblaw’s brand locations
ARTHUR – Troll Bridge Creek Inc., makers of KiKi Maple Water, recently announced an expansion…
OFA Viewpoint: Prioritizing agriculture
As we continue to work through this busy year, many farmers may find themselves so consumed in the…
Three in 10 Canadians in worse financial shape due to pandemic
TORONTO- A new study reveals a decline in the overall financial health of Canadians since the…