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Thursday, May 15, 2025 | Vol 58 Issue 19

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Wellington Advertiser nominated for 2024 OCNA awards

Advertiser Staff February 18, 2025Community News, News

WELLINGTON COUNTY – Another year gone, another year the Wellington Advertiser has been nominated for multiple Ontario Community Newspaper Association (OCNA) awards.

Cable theft leaves 200 people without phone/internet service

Advertiser Staff February 13, 2025News, Police

ERIN – Wellington County OPP officials say that on Feb. 11 just after 1pm someone "cut down and stole three copper cables and one fibre cable" from a pole on Wellington Road 22 near Hillsburgh. 

Simone Kent enters election race in Wellington-Halton Hills

Advertiser Staff February 13, 2025Elections 2025, News, Provincial Election 2025

FERGUS – Fergus resident Simone Kent has entered the provincial election as the NDP candidate for Wellington-Halton Hills.

Minto wins at ECDO President’s Dinner

Advertiser Staff February 11, 2025Community News, News

MINTO – The Town of Minto’s Move to Minto business attraction campaign won the Business Attraction and Retention rural division award at the Economic Developers Council of Ontario President’s Dinner on Feb. 6.

Police beat: Arthur man charged in recent prowling incident

Advertiser Staff February 11, 2025News, Police

WELLINGTON NORTH –  An Arthur man has been charged after several residents reported a prowler here last weekend.

Caressant Care staff recognized for year without outbreak

Advertiser Staff February 11, 2025Community News, News

ARTHUR – Efforts of staff at Arthur’s Caressant Care long-term care home to keep residents safe and healthy are paying off.

Three-in-five PC voters, 78% of Ontarians say election called to serve Ford’s interests

Advertiser Staff February 11, 2025Community News, Elections 2025, News, Provincial Election 2025

VANCOUVER – After meeting with the nation’s provincial leaders and the prime minister on Jan. 15, Ontario Premier Doug Ford said that it was time to put Canada first, even ahead of provincial interests, in dealing with tariff threats from American President Donald Trump. 

Mount Forest Legion’s Catch the Ace lottery winner takes $8,241 jackpot

Advertiser Staff February 11, 2025Community News, News

WELLINGTON NORTH – Tom Tangney of Mount Forest is $8,716 richer after winning the progressive jackpot in the Mount Forest Legion’s Catch the Ace lottery.

Council approves $5,000 Community Improvement Grant for Ramoth centre

Advertiser Staff February 11, 2025Community News, News

KENILWORTH – Wellington North council has approved a grant of $5,000 to help the Ramoth Life Centre pave its driveway and parking lot.

Family Day fun in Puslinch Feb. 15 to 17

Advertiser Staff February 11, 2025News

ABERFOYLE – The Optimist Club of Puslinch is once again planning events for Family Day weekend.

Charges in bus collision that left Fergus man dead

Advertiser Staff February 11, 2025News, Police

GUELPH – A Cambridge woman has been arrested and charged after a Fergus man died when he was struck by a Guelph Transit bus last month.

Police beat: Centre Wellington resident faces gun, assault charges

Advertiser Staff February 5, 2025News, Police

CENTRE WELLINGTON – Police have charged a local resident with assault and possession of a gun following an incident here last week.

Wellington Heights students showcase artistic talents

Advertiser Staff February 5, 2025Community News, News

WELLINGTON NORTH – Senior art students at Wellington Heights Secondary School wrapped up their semester with an exhibition of artwork created throughout the term.

Hazardous waste depot in Rothsay through February

Advertiser Staff February 5, 2025Community News, News

ROSTHAY – The Mobile Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Depot is moving from the Elora waste facility to the Rothsay Waste Facility, and will be there for the month of February. 

Man tried to get child in car

Advertiser Staff February 5, 2025News, Police

GUELPH – Police are investigating after a man tried to get a child into his vehicle last weekend.

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Craig Beck revealed as first 2025 Hawks’ Nest investor

NEUSTADT – The Saugeen Economic Development Corporation (SEDC) and Bruce Community Futures Development Corporation (Bruce CFDC) have announced Beck Auto Group owner Craig Beck is the first “angel investor” for the Hawks’ Nest Competition.

Make dirt-cheap dirt in your own backyard

WELLINGTON COUNTY – If you’re growing veggies or flowers in your garden, you might want to think about growing nutrient-rich soil too.

See all Bruce County area articles.

Downtown shuttle bus returns May 16

CENTRE WELLINGTON – The Elora and Fergus Downtown Shuttle Program is back for 2025, now offering a Friday service along with the regular Saturday, Sunday, and statutory holiday service as in previous years. 

Committee organizing first Pride celebration in Centre Wellington

CENTRE WELLINGTON  – The Centre Wellington Pride committee will host the first CW Pride Celebration on June 14 at the Wellington County Museum and Archives. 

See all Centre Wellington area articles.

Public health cracking down on vape vendors close to high schools

GUELPH – Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health’s enforcement teams seized approximately $9,000 in illegal tobacco and vape products in 2024. That’s a sharp decrease from over $45,000 in 2023, reflecting the success of ongoing enforcement efforts, according to public health staff.

Region designated a risk area for measles

WELLINGTON COUNTY – The Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health (WDGPH) region has been designated by the province as a risk area for measles.

See all Dufferin County area articles.

Catholic high school students compete in Battle of the Bands

GUELPH – Wellington Catholic District School Board high schools held their third annual Battle of the Bands competition at St. James Catholic High School on May 6.

Erin teen speeds towards Olympic dreams on bobsledding track

ERIN – While most teenage boys may find themselves lost in the world of video games and hanging out with friends, 16-year-old Quinton Groves from Erin has lost himself in a world much colder and faster.

See all Erin area articles.

Officials cut ribbon on new Grand Valley recreation space

GRAND VALLEY – The Town of Grand Valley officially cut the ribbon on its new multi-purpose outdoor recreation facility this month.

Santa to join Grand Valley parade

GRAND VALLEY – Santa will be making a stop in Grand valley on Nov. 30 at 7pm as part of the 84th Annual Grand Valley Santa Claus parade. 

See all Grand Valley area articles.

Saugeen Connects launches SSUP program

NEUSTADT – Saugeen Connects is once again igniting entrepreneurial spirit among local youth with the return of its Saugeen Student Start-Up Program (SSUP). 

Hawks’ Nest competition announces second corporate sponsor

NEUSTADT –  The Saugeen Economic Development Corporation (SEDC) and Bruce Community Futures Development Corporation (Bruce CFDC) have announced TD Bank Group as the second corporate sponsor for the Hawks’ Nest competition. 

See all Grey County area articles.

Public health cracking down on vape vendors close to high schools

GUELPH – Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health’s enforcement teams seized approximately $9,000 in illegal tobacco and vape products in 2024. That’s a sharp decrease from over $45,000 in 2023, reflecting the success of ongoing enforcement efforts, according to public health staff.

One person dead after two-vehicle crash in Guelph

GUELPH – Emergency crews were called to the scene, between College Avenue and Stone Road, at about 6pm on May 14.

See all Guelph area articles.

Proposed ‘tot lot’ coming to Rockmosa Park

WELLINGTON COUNTY – Following the successful installation of Rockmosa Park’s main playground in 2023, the township is now planning an expansion for a new “tot lot.”

OPP searching for man who committed indecent act in park

ROCKWOOD – Police say "a suspicious male" was "committing an indecent act ... within view of children and other members of the public" at about 4pm on May 11.

See all Guelph/Eramosa area articles.

Joseph Racinsky rides blue wave to Queen’s Park

WELLINGTON-HALTON HILLS – The blue wave that swept across Ontario Thursday night, swept across Wellington-Halton Hills as well as Progressive Conservative candidate Joseph Racinsky was elected with a sweeping majority. 

Health care, roads, voter turnout, local knowledge dominate discussion at Aberfoyle debate

ABERFOYLE – The debate hosted by the Optimist Club of Puslinch on Feb. 20 gave voters the opportunity to ask their own questions.

See all Halton area articles.

Youth pack shoeboxes to help kids through Operation Christmas Child

HANOVER – Lita Ernest, a young member of 1st Hanover Guides, worked hard this season to organize the packing of Operation Christmas Child (OCC) shoe box gifts with her troop.

See all Huron County area articles.

‘S-Bend’ roundabout construction to begin May 20

WELLINGTON COUNTY – A project that has been discussed for close to a decade will be completed this year. 

Drinking and driving

MAPLETON – On April 27 at about 8:30pm, Wellington County OPP officers were monitoring traffic when they stopped a vehicle on Highway 6 near Wellington Road 17.

See all Mapleton area articles.

Clifford community pantry moves to new home at library

CLIFFORD – A community pantry in Clifford is being relocated, due to weather issues. 

Blessings to You Centre supporting Royal Terrace resident outings

PALMERSTON – The Blessings to You Centre in Palmerston is once again happy to support Royal Terrace resident outings by covering the costs of bus transportation for April to December this year.

See all Minto area articles.
See all Mississauga area articles.

Annual Special Olympics Track and Field event to take place over two days

GUELPH – Since the early 2000s, the Upper Grand and Wellington Catholic district school boards have come together to host an annual Special Olympics Track and Field Day. 

Sexual assault trial for Puslinch man to continue into summer

GUELPH – The trial for a Puslinch man who pleaded not guilty to sexual assault and gross indecency charges is set to continue at least until July.  

See all Orangeville area articles.

Easter bunny visits the Minto Optimist Easter Egg Hunt

PALMERSTON – The Minto Optimist Easter Egg Hunt took place on April 19 in Palmerston. Pictured with the Easter Bunny is Paisley, left, and Aubree Streicher.       

Puslinch man not giving up despite decisions exonerating municipality, mayor

ABERFOYLE – Puslinch resident Bruce Taylor is feeling deflated, but not defeated, after complaints he lodged with the township integrity commissioner and the Ontario Ombudsman were deemed not to require further investigation.

See all Palmerston area articles.

‘S-Bend’ roundabout construction to begin May 20

WELLINGTON COUNTY – A project that has been discussed for close to a decade will be completed this year. 

Federal election Q&A: Perth-Wellington candidates

PERTH-WELLINGTON – As part of the Wellington Advertiser’s coverage of the 2025 federal election, the newspaper offered all local candidates a chance to participate in a Q&A feature leading up to the April 28 election.

See all Perth County area articles.

Public health lists exposure sites as measles cases continue to rise

WELLINGTON COUNTY – Recent exposure sites within Wellington County include two schools, two businesses and one community centre.

Sexual assault trial for Puslinch man continues with second victim

GUELPH – A second victim has testified in the trial for Brian Cox, who is accused of sexually assaulting two teenage girls in the 1980s. 

See all Puslinch area articles.

Terry Fox Foundation Launches new Collection celebrating the 45th Anniversary of the Marathon of Hope

TORONTO  – The Terry Fox Foundation is set to release its limited-edition ‘Finish It’ collection, marking the 45th anniversary of the Marathon of Hope.

CFIB calls for parliament to reconvene in light of tariff threats

TORONTO –  Nearly one in five small- and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) are experiencing cancelled or paused orders due to the ongoing uncertainty around the U.S.-Canada tariff situation, finds new data by the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB). 

See all Toronto area articles.

New summer camps for performing arts

KITCHENER – Centre In The Square is introducing new community engagement and education initiatives in the Kitchener-Waterloo region. 

Alzheimer society’s respite program receives full funding

WATERLOO – The Alzheimer Society Waterloo Wellington (ASWW) has announced it now has a fully funded in-home Respite Program. 

See all Waterloo Region area articles.

Proposed ‘tot lot’ coming to Rockmosa Park

WELLINGTON COUNTY – Following the successful installation of Rockmosa Park’s main playground in 2023, the township is now planning an expansion for a new “tot lot.”

Public health cracking down on vape vendors close to high schools

GUELPH – Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health’s enforcement teams seized approximately $9,000 in illegal tobacco and vape products in 2024. That’s a sharp decrease from over $45,000 in 2023, reflecting the success of ongoing enforcement efforts, according to public health staff.

See all Wellington County area articles.

Council approves financing plan for Arthur wastewater treatment plant

KENILWORTH – Wellington North council has approved a tentative financing plan to upgrade Arthur’s wastewater treatment plant – with hopes of securing grants to ease pressure on the municipality. 

Police find missing Freelton man whose car was discovered near Luther Marsh

WELLINGTON NORTH – Wellington County OPP officials say they received a report on May 12 about a vehicle found in the ditch at the corner of Line 4 and East West Luther Townline.

See all Wellington North area articles.

Editorial

Charter of 1670 deserves saving

News that Hudson’s Bay Company (HBC) was closing its doors follows a string of retail giants that toppled in recent years.

Another era underway

Are we witnessing a turning point in history?

Four days away

This coming Monday the most consequential election in modern times will be decided.

Columnists

Charles Allan re-elected after election conviction

By Stephen Thorning

The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…

Confetti

By Kelly Waterhouse

You know what they say about best intentions, and therefore you know where that leads. 

Reflections: No hold on me: Part three

By Laurie Langdon

Freedom reigns in my world, just as it does in Heaven, for Christ is the Lord of both. As it is in Heaven, the manacles that once held me no longer hold me. 

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