GUELPH – Hospice Wellington announced it has been accredited by the Hospice Palliative Care Ontario (HPCO) standards.
Belwood Lake Cottagers’ Association funds a new colonoscope for Groves
CENTRE WELLINGTON – The Belwood Lake Cottagers’ Association (BLCA) has made a $42,000 donation for the purchase of a new colonoscope at Groves Memorial Community Hospital.
Grinder Productions presented three short plays at Ennotville Library
GUELPH/ERAMOSA – Grinder Productions presented three short plays on July 26 at the historic Ennotville Library that really gave the audience something to think about.
OPINION: Drug poisoning affects us all – let’s replace stigma with support
More than 2,200 Ontarians died from drug poisoning last year. In Guelph and Wellington County alone, at least 46 lives were lost in 2024 to toxic drug supply.
Party in the Park returns to Rockwood
ROCKWOOD – The Township of Guelph/Eramosa has announced the return of its annual summer celebration, Party in the Park, on July 31 from 5 to 10pm at Rockmosa Park (120 Rockmosa Drive, Rockwood).
Arboretum hosting workshops
GUELPH – The Arboretum in Guelph is hosting guided Shinrin Yoku. The July 25 workshop takes place from 1 to 4pm and costs $75 plus tax.
Ram Rodeo a hit in Erin
ERIN – The Ram Rodeo took place at the Erin fairgrounds last weekend. With special guests the Canadian Cowgirls, the show featured cowboys and cowgirls competing in barrel racing, saddle bronc, bull riding and more.
Tickets on sale now for Taste of Guelph
GUELPH – Taste of Guelph returns to the grounds of St. Joseph’s Health Centre this September with its annual garden party celebrating exceptional local food and drink – all in support of St. Joseph’s Health Centre Foundation Guelph.
Province grants $5.4 million to U of G research projects
GUELPH – A strong local food supply that protects farmers, the supply chain and the environment: that’s the goal of $5.4 million in provincial funding for 28 University of Guelph (UofG) research projects.
Erin Agricultural Society organizes tractor parade
ERIN – As part of its 175th anniversary celebrations, the Erin Agricultural Society organized a tractor parade along Trafalgar Road in Hillsburgh and Main Street in Erin.
Blue Bonnet Lassies School of Highland Dance compete in Ottawa
OTTAWA – From July 5 to 9, dancers from the Blue Bonnet Lassies School of Highland Dance competed at the Scotdance Canada Canadian Championships in Ottawa.
Ron’s Auto Service celebrates 30 years in business
FERGUS – Ron’s Auto Service in Fergus hosted its summer open house to celebrate 30 years in business.
Grand River Conservation Authority approves five-year strategic plan
WELLINGTON COUNTY – The Grand River Conservation Authority (GRCA) recently approved its 2025-29 strategic plan.
How one raise of the hand led to four Racehorse of the Year awards
TORONTO – Sometimes, your entire life changes in an instant simply by raising your hand.