DRAYTON – Sporting bright white T-shirts, a determined group of 55 Norwell Dairy employees and their families completed a 4km walk around Drayton on Aug. 17 to raise funds to fight cancer.
Habitat for Humanity brings back bonds for affordable housing
WELLINGTON COUNTY— Affordable housing has been a top-of-mind conversation in recent times – at council tables and dinner tables across Canada. It’s something that affects us all.
St. James Fergus selling tarts, holding dinner – all are welcome
FERGUS - St. James Church in Fergus is holding two events in September that are sure to be of interest to local residents.
First Nation Artists paint mural with youth at The Grove Wellington Guelph
FERGUS — The Grove Wellington Guelph in partnership with the Rotary Club of Guelph’s Indigenous Awareness Committee, hosted a mural painting at the Fergus site the week of Aug. 14 to 18.
Plenty of fun at the Palmerston Agricultural Fair
PALMERSTON- Senior ambassador Peyton McBeth and junior ambassador Hailey Schneider were kept busy at the Palmerston Agricultural Fair last weekend.
Back-to-school assistance available at local libraries
Another summer has come and gone and if you are a student, parent, or educator, you are most likely busy preparing for the school year ahead.
Ontario Launches 2023 Excellence in Agriculture Program
GUELPH – The Government of Ontario is launching the 2023 Excellence in Agriculture program to showcase the outstanding efforts, innovations, and achievements across the agriculture and food sector.
Harriston shares the streets with the Leslie Motors Classic Ford Show
HARRISTON- This 1958 Ford Edsel Corsair, owned by Vic Lewick of Toronto, was among the vehicles on display at the Leslie Motors Classic Ford Show, held in conjunction with the Harriston Street Party on Aug. 12.
Puslinch surveys on user fees and charges
PUSLINCH – Puslinch Township is launching its annual community engagement survey regarding the township’s 2024 proposed user fees and charges to gain citizen feedback.
Fun at the fair
ARTHUR- A pedal tractor pull was part of the fun for youngsters at the 2022 Arthur Fall Fair. The 2023 fair is set to take place from Sept. 8 to 10 with the theme Tractors and Tailgates.
Officials to open Marden time capsule
MARDEN – After remaining sealed for 23 years, the Marden time capsule is set to be opened soon, and people are invited to witness the event.
Bethel Baptist Church holds event for Fergus Food Bank
CENTRE WELLINGTON — An opportunity to give back to this wonderful community while enjoying a great morning of fun and excitement for the whole family.
Hop on over to Feast of Hops, one of Erin Rotary’s signature events
ERIN - The Rotary Club of Erin will host its annual Feast of Hops - one of Erin Rotary’s signature fundraising community events, including Family Day, Feast of Hops, and Wine Survivor.
Elora holds FEDS U10 Soccer match
ELORA — The U10 Boys FEDS (Fergus-Elora & District Soccer) played in Elora at the Southridge Fields.