FERGUS - After a two year break, the Knights of Columbus will once again be serving their popular fish and chip dinners from 4 to 6pm on Good Friday (April 15th) at St. Joseph’s Parish Hall in Fergus.
Elora Community Theatre presents Cat on a Hot Tin Roof at the Fergus Grand Theatre
ELORA – Elora Community Theatre presents Cat on a Hot Tin Roof, written by Tennessee Williams and directed by Anthony Deciantis.
Harrow, Potter to share interim CAO position in Minto
MINTO – Director of Fire Services Chris Harrow and deputy treasurer Mark Potter will share the town’s top staff position until a permanent chief administrative officer (CAO) is appointed.
Syrup producers set to celebrate Maple Weekend April 2 to 3
WYEBRIDGE – The Ontario Maple Syrup Producers’ Association (OMSPA) has announced that after two years of cancellations due to the COVID-19 pandemic, producers will once again be showcasing a new crop of maple syrup during the annual Maple Weekend, April 2 to 3.
Drayton Entertainment announces return of live theatre to four stages
DRAYTON – Drayton Entertainment is finally welcoming audiences back to all of its theatres across the province this year, including four local venues.
2021 ‘Sunshine List’ includes 106 local municipal employees
WELLINGTON COUNTY – The number of local municipal employees making over $100,000 annually rose by just two in 2021.
Police beat: Stolen credit cards used
Stolen credit cards used CENTRE WELLINGTON – Police are looking for help to catch suspects who…
Man charged with trying to steal parts from vehicle
MARDEN – A Guelph man faces several charges after someone tried to steal parts from a vehicle at…
Province reaches child care funding agreement with federal government
TORONTO – Ontario has struck an agreement with the Canadian government to establish $10-a-day child care by March 2026.
Excellence in Agriculture program expanded
TORONTO – The province’s agriculture minister, Lisa Thompson, announced on March 1 the…
Limited testing shows COVID-19 cases increasing across WDGPH region
WELLINGTON COUNTY – As of March 29, there were 427 known active cases of COVID-19 in the region (up 46% from 292 a week earlier) and 122 in Wellington County (up 30% from 94).
CW Chamber of Commerce releases nominees for Awards of Excellence
CENTRE WELLINGTON – The Centre Wellington Chamber of Commerce has announced the nominees for this year’s Awards of Excellence, along with its plan for an in-person gala.
Fergus Lions Home and Leisure Show returns May 4 to 6
FERGUS – The Fergus Lions Home and Leisure Show will return to the Centre Wellington Community Sportsplex May 4 to 6. The show has been held every year since 1978, with the exception of 2020 and 2021.
Area farm cooperative members set to vote on amalgamation recommendation
HARRISTON – A merger between two local farm co-operatives is being recommended to members by the board of directors of both companies.
Palmerston resident charged with sexual assault
NORTH PERTH – Police have charged a Palmerston resident with sexual assault following an incident earlier this month.