NORTH WELLINGTON – There is a partial burn ban now in effect in Minto, Mapleton and Wellington North. It includes agricultural burns, brush pile burns and any other burning unrelated to recreational cooking or camp fires.
Successful season for Highland Rugby coming to a close
FERGUS – This week is set to be the biggest week of the season for Highland Rugby Club with a big home tournament and three teams competing in regional and provincial finals.
Scottish Festival, Highland Games in Fergus this weekend
FERGUS – This weekend, the Fergus Scottish Festival will open its gates for the 80th time, welcoming guests from around the world.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Centre Wellington launches new community programming
CENTRE WELLINGTON – Big Brothers Big Sisters of Centre Wellington has launched Project Ignite, which aims to provide youths and families with programmed activities designed to build essential life skills and promote community engagement.
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Ontario Pirate Festival returns to Marden Park
GUELPH/ERAMOSA – The Ontario Pirate Festival on Aug. 2 brought hundreds to Marden Park in Guelph/Eramosa.
Museum screening Peace by Chocolate alongside immigration-themed exhibitions
ABOYNE – The Wellington County Museum and Archives (WCMA) is hosting a special movie night featuring Canadian film Peace by Chocolate.
OPINION: In a pivotal moment for Canadian history, collaboration across agriculture matters more than ever
HURON – For farm leaders, the Canadian Federation of Agriculture’s (CFA) annual summer meeting is always a highlight on the calendar.
Have a special talent? Time to Just Play
CENTRE WELLINGTON – The township is gearing up for its fourth installment of Just Play, an open stage all-ages showcase, and has put out a call for participants.
Community partners join up to improve Elora Green Space
CENTRE WELLINGTON – Work has been ongoing in the Elora Green Space over the past several months, including art installations, new chairs and an overall enhancement of the space.
Palmerston community celebrates 150th birthday
PALMERSTON – Locals gathered over the long weekend to celebrate the Palmerston Homecoming 150 celebration.
Feast of Fibre third year a hit among local crafters
ERIN – The Feast of Fibre event in Erin was created by mother daughter duo Sandy, left and Hayley Reeves. The event’s third year was on Aug. 2 at the Erin Fairgrounds.
Rotary 7080 eClub supporting diversity and youth wellness
CENTRE WELLINGTON – The newest service club in Centre Wellington is a Rotary Club with mandates to support diversity and youth wellness.