ABOYNE – While July may seem a long way off, the County of Wellington is already planning for the return of its annual Multicultural Festival on July 5 at the Wellington County Museum and Archives.
Wellington County library circulation surpasses one-million mark
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Last year was a big one for the Wellington County Library system, which marked a significant milestone as its circulation surpassed one million items.
Police offer tips for driving in frigid temperatures
LONDON – Police are offering some safety tips for drivers in light of a polar vortex that descended upon southern Ontario this week, sending the region into a deep freeze.
Closure: the final column
All things eventually come to an end, and for various reasons, it is time for our 30-year run of Open Mind articles to come to an end.
At The Library: February is about celebrating love at the library
Everyone knows Valentine’s Day is on Feb. 14, but did you know that February has another special day dedicated to celebrating love?
Guelph General Hospital receives $6 million donation – largest single gift in hospital’s history
GUELPH – The Foundation of Guelph General Hospital (GGH) announced on Jan. 8 it has received a $6-million commitment from the Angel Gabriel Foundation.
Alex Hilson named Liberal candidate for Wellington-Halton Hills
HALTON HILLS – A Halton Hills councillor has been nominated as the Ontario Liberal candidate for Wellington-Halton Hills.
Murder on the Orient Express coming to Fergus Grand Theatre
CENTRE WELLINGTON – All aboard Agatha Christie’s Murder on the Orient Express!
East Wellington health team offers free February workshops
ERIN – The East Wellington Family Health Team has released its schedule of free workshops for February.
Mimi O’Bonsawin to perform at River Run
GUELPH – Mimi O’Bonsawin is set to perform at the Guelph River Run Centre’s Studio Theatre Jan. 23 at 8pm.
Food security program FEWD faces $60,000 annual budget shortfall
GUELPH – Local community food security program Food Equity With Dignity (FEWD) is reporting a $60,000 budget shortfall for 2025.
CSGW appreciation dinner recognizes Dennis Craven
CENTRE WELLINGTON – Crime Stoppers Guelph Wellington (CSGW) recently showed its appreciation to its supporters, including a long-serving board member and a local media outlet.
Reflections
“Christianity is not a religion.” Wait a minute – what did that guy say?