ONTARIO – Last week, leaders from the Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA) joined more than 2,000 elected officials and staff at the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) annual conference in Ottawa.
Water conservation urged throughout Grand River watershed
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Water users throughout the Grand River watershed are being asked to cut their consumption by 10 per cent, due to dry conditions as a result of low precipitation and high air temperatures this summer.
Upper Grand school board accepting applications to fill vacant trustee position
GUELPH – The Upper Grand District School Board is accepting submissions to fill the vacant trustee position representing the City of Guelph (Ward 6) and the Township of Puslinch for the remainder of the term of office ending November 14, 2026.
The Elora Singers announce 2025-2026 concert program
CENTRE WELLINGTON – Artistic director Mark Vuorinen and The Elora Singers have announced the 2025-2026 concert program, set to be a full season of musical discovery.
John Pomeroy of Melancthon wins Grand Valley Lions 50-50 draw
GRAND VALLEY – John Pomeroy of Melancthon won $1,145 in the Grand Valley Lions 50-50 draw on Canada Day at the Grand Valley BIA’s car show.
Backwoods Barbie returns to Fergus Grand Theatre Sept. 27
CENTRE WELLINGTON – Backwoods Barbie: Canada’s #1 Tribute to Dolly Parton returns to the Fergus Grand Theatre on Sept. 27 for an evening celebrating the music, heart and legacy of the Queen of Country herself, officials state.
Centre Wellington Fire Rescue hosts open house
CENTRE WELLINGTON – Centre Wellington Fire Rescue hosted an open house at the Fergus station on Aug. 21.
Fundraiser for Guelph Food Bank
GUELPH – The Guelph Food Bank is inviting the community for a day of shopping, savings and support at its special fundraising event.
Centre Wellington Minor Lacrosse player becomes national champion
CENTRE WELLINGTON – Drew Adams, who plays box lacrosse with Centre Wellington Minor Lacrosse, was selected to play for Team Ontario in the U13 division and his team came home national champions from the tournament in Halifax last week.
Hillsburgh Family Fun Day
HILLSBURGH – There was lots to see and do during Hillsburgh’s annual Family Fun Day last Saturday.
Upper Grand school board holding elementary registration day for new students on Aug. 27
GUELPH – Elementary registration day for the 2025-26 school year is on Aug. 27, between 1 and 4pm at all Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB) elementary schools.
CW Family FunDay Festival returns
ELORA – The Centre Wellington Family FunDay Festival is returning to Bissell Park in Elora on Labour Day weekend.
Guelph Humane Society fundraiser
GUELPH – The Guelph Humane Society (GHS) has announced tickets are on sale for the Happy Tails Gala: Moonlight Midway, its largest fundraising event of the year.
Keeping kids cool this summer
GUELPH/ERAMOSA – The Guelph/Eramosa fire and parks and recreation departments teamed up to help kids have fun and cool off.