In a few short days on April 8th, the long-anticipated total solar eclipse will be upon us. Standing on a specific 185-kilometre-wide path will result in witnessing the moon completely cover the sun.
Nominations open for next federal Liberal candidate in Guelph
GUELPH – The Liberal Party of Canada has opened the federal Liberal nomination for Guelph, signalling the period during which individuals interested in seeking the nomination can formally put their names forward.
New executive director at Legal Clinic of Guelph and Wellington County
GUELPH - The Legal Clinic of Guelph and Wellington County is saying goodbye to executive director Anthea Millikin and hello to Stephanie Clendenning, who takes over as executive director on March 11.
Forest bathing workshop at Elora Centre for the Arts
ELORA - “Bathing” in nature is good for the soul, says Chris Doran, a forest bathing guide.
Big LOTTARIO win
GUELPH – Christopher Robinson of Guelph won $250,000 in the Jan. 27 LOTTARIO draw.
Instant Power lottery winner
GUELPH – Tesfagaber Gebrehiwot of Guelph is $100,000 richer after winning with INSTANT POWER 5S.
Roundabout construction to begin on Wellington Road 7
CENTRE WELLINGTON - Construction of a roundabout at the intersection of Wellington Road 7 and Centre Wellington First Line is set to begin on April 8. Work is anticipated to be complete by the end of August.
Black Tie Bingo raises $339,000 for Guelph General Hospital
GUELPH – Women’s healthcare received a boost on March 2 as the Foundation of Guelph General Hospital’s 28th annual Black Tie Bingo raised $339,000 for the cause.
GHS announces new strategic plan: focuses on animal welfare, growth and community connections
GUELPH - The Guelph Humane Society (GHS) is excited to introduce its new four-year strategic plan, “Charting our Future Direction,” outlining the organization’s roadmap for 2024-2027.
Young athletes make their mark at OFSAA Wrestling Tournament
CENTRE WELLINGTON – Two young athletes, Ally Berry, left, and Luc Smees, second from right, from Centre Wellington District High School made their mark at the recent OFSAA Wrestling Tournament in Hamilton.
Students host global awareness symposium
GUELPH – John F. Ross Collegiate Vocational Institute hosted a variety of local social justice groups for its Global Awareness Symposium on March 7.
Centre Wellington Fusion hockey players donate to local Food Bank
CENTRE WELLINGTON – Centre Wellington Fusion hockey players Lauchlan and Emery recently presented a load of food, collected by U9 Fusion players, to the Centre Wellington Food Bank in Fergus.
Increase to interest-free portion of Advanced Payments Program welcomed
GUELPH – The Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA) is pleased to see an increase to the interest-free limit under the Advanced Payments Program that's expected to be included in the 2024 federal budget, states an OFA press release.
Grand River Raceway welcomes Jenna MacDonell as new manager
ELORA – Grand River Raceway (GRR) is welcoming Jenna MacDonell as the new raceway manager for the upcoming 2024 racing season.
Rural Housing Information System provides data for builders, municipalities
GUELPH – The Rural Ontario Institute (ROI), Western Ontario Wardens Caucus (WOWC) and South Central Ontario Region Economic Development Corporation (SCOR EDC) recently announced the launch of the Rural Housing Information System (RHIS) to rural western Ontario municipalities.