GUELPH – You call 411 for directory assistance, 911 for emergencies, and now you can call 988 for urgent mental health support.
Police Beat: diesel and fuel spill on Jones Baseline
CENTRE WELLINGTON – A portion of Jones Baseline here was closed last week for the cleanup of manure and diesel fuel following a crash.
Five people taken to hospital after Erin crash
ERIN – Five people were sent to hospital, one with serious injuries, after a two-vehicle crash here on Sunday. Emergency crews responded to the collision, on Wellington Road 22 east of Hillsburgh, at about 5:45pm on Nov. 26.
Old Groves hospital to be demolished
FERGUS – It's official: the old Groves hospital here will be demolished and the Union Street property sold, with sale proceeds reinvested in future health care services in the area.
Chamber of Commerce transforms downtown Erin into ‘Window Wonderland’
ERIN - Downtown Erin sidewalks were packed last Friday November 17.
AgScape thinkAG career competition in Elora Nov. 23
CENTRE WELLINGTON – AgScape, Grand River Agricultural Society (GRAS) and the Upper Grand District School Board have partnered to host a day-long AgScape thinkAG Career Competition for more than 600 students in the City of Guelph, County of Wellington and County of Dufferin.
Palmerston gets into the Holiday Spirit with Light Up the Park event
PALMERSTON – The holiday season kicked off in Palmerston Nov. 17 with its annual Light Up the Park event at Lions Heritage Park.
Community leaders gather to discuss impacts of the pandemic on youth
ELORA– Leaders in mental health and wellness from Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health, Canadian Mental Health Association Waterloo Wellington, The Grove Hubs Wellington Guelph and Dufferin Child and Family Services gathered at the GrandWay Events Centre on Nov. 16.
Former NHL stars visit Palmerston
PALMERSTON - On Nov. 18, the Montreal Canadiens Alumni team came to the Palmerston and District Community Centre Complex.
Children’s Foundation hires new executive director
WELLINGTON COUNTY — The Children’s Foundation of Guelph and Wellington announced the appointment of Karyn Kirkwood as its new executive director, effective Oct. 2.
Fergus woman charged after nurse attacked twice
GUELPH – A Fergus woman faces charges after a nurse at a Guelph healthcare facility was repeatedly attacked.
Local artist paints ‘Fall at Fergies’
FERGUS – This new painting is by Fergus artist Sonia Day. It joins two others hanging on the walls of the popular food emporium in downtown Fergus.
Traditional Christmas Pudding at St. John’s Church
ELORA - The knitters and quilters at St John’s Church in Elora have been busy with their latest project: making traditional Christmas pudding.
Puslinch to hold Santa Claus Parade and other festive activities
ABERFOYLE – The Puslinch Santa Claus parade here will take place on Nov. 26 from 2 to 5pm.
Elora Santa Claus Parade rolls in town this weekend
ELORA – Mark your calendars! The annual “parade of lights” Santa Claus parade will be making its way to Elora this weekend.