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Grand River Conservation Authority urges people to stay safe near water
BELWOOD – The Grand River Conservation Authority (GRCA) has issued a statement about watershed…
Callie McCullough coming to Fergus Grand
CENTRE WELLINGTON – A modern singer/songwriter inspired by timeless classics, Callie McCullough has chased her unique muse for years, making contemporary roots music that nods to the legends who came before her.
Toolkits help bridge mental health gap in agricultural emergency preparedness
Whether it’s disease, fire, or extreme weather, a sudden catastrophic event can have a devastating toll on farming operations.
Century Church Theatre presents Twist by Miles Tredinnick, directed by Nick Forrow
HILLSBURGH – Twist opened on March 9 to an enthusiastic audience that gave the production a standing ovation.
OPINION: the hidden dangers of old barn wiring
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Barn fires remain a serious concern in Wellington County and many are linked to outdated electrical systems.
Canadian Agricultural Safety Association celebrates Agricultural Safety Week March 16–22
WINNIPEG – Canadian Agricultural Safety Week (CASW) takes place March 16 to 22 and this year farmers, farm families, farm workers and farming communities are encouraged to prioritize #FarmSafetyEveryday.
Minto students win big at VMF CUP
MINTO – Three students from Minto helped clinch the championship for the Orangeville Vikings at the VMF CUP in London in the U11 Atom division Feb. 28 to March 2.
Pedestrian hit by transport truck at Fergus intersection
FERGUS – A pedestrian remains in life-threatening condition after being hit by a transport truck…
Final show of Gallery Concert Series features ‘enhanced’ string ensemble
ABOYNE – The final Gallery Concert of the season will be held March 30 in the Wellington County Museum and Archives.
Deadline looming for award nominations
CENTRE WELLINGTON – The Centre Wellington Chamber of Commerce has put out the call for nominations for the Awards of Excellence.
Celebrate Maple Weekend at a sugarbush April 5 to 6
ONTARIO – Maple syrup season is in full swing, and Maple Weekend will be here in a few weeks.
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Bracelet of Hope going strong after 16 years
GUELPH – Bracelet of Hope has launched a new, $100,000 campaign to fund mobile health units in Lesotho, Southern Africa, by selling handcrafted bracelets.
CT scanner ready for patients at Groves Hospital
FERGUS – Staff and board members cut the ribbon on the new CT scanner at Groves Memorial Community Hospital on March 3.