GUELPH – Two multi-disciplinary art projects will bring together artistic creation with Guelph’s heritage and community thanks to funding from a new Guelph Arts Council (GAC) award.
County waste facilities alter hours over holidays
WELLINGTON COUNTY – While local waste facilities will be closed on three dates over the…
Canadian Blood Services hosts blood drive in Fergus
FERGUS – Canadian Blood Services will be hosting two Blood Donation events in Fergus.
Chief of Grand Valley and District Fire Department retires
GRAND VALLEY – After nearly 45 years in public service, Grand Valley and District Fire Department Chief Kevin McNeilly will retire from the joint Municipalities of Grand Valley, Amaranth, and East Garafraxa on Jan. 10.
Students lead 12 Days of Giving in support of Salvation Army
GUELPH – Since the beginning of December, the school community of St. Ignatius Catholic School has been collecting items of need for the Salvation Army.
Local school boards announce kindergarten registration for 2022-23 school year opens January
GUELPH – Kindergarten registration for the Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB) and Wellington Catholic District School Board (WCDSB) is fast approaching.
GRAS certified as a Great Place to Work for 2021
ELORA – The team at Grand River Agricultural Society (GRAS) and Grand River Raceway has announced it has been certified as a Great Place to Work for the second time.
Local hospitals update visitor guidelines, offer tips on accessing COVID-19 tests
WELLINGTON COUNTY - Effective Dec. 23, essential care partners must be two-dose vaccinated and social visits are no longer permitted.
Milton man charged in sexual assault at Fergus business
FERGUS – Police have charged a Milton man with sexual assault and sexual interference after a teenage girl was assaulted at work.
County libraries move to curbside pickup only on Dec. 23
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Due to a massive spike in local COVID-19 cases, starting Dec. 23 all libraries in Wellington County will offer only curbside pick-up service.
Employer application period now open for Canada Summer Jobs program
OTTAWA –The employer application process for funding under the Canada Summer Jobs 2022 program is now open, says Perth-Wellington MP John Nater.
Funding available for neighbourhood revitalization, reimagining public spaces
WELLINGTON COUNTY – The county’s economic development department is advising local business groups and non-profits of an opportunity to fund projects to enhance their communities.
New proof of vaccination requirements coming to Wellington North facilities
WELLINGTON NORTH - Updates to the province's proof of vaccination requirements, announced on Dec. 10, will impact the Arthur and Area Community Centre, Mount Forest and District Sports Complex, Damascus Community Hall and the Arthur Seniors Centre.
Guelph author publishes children’s book to address youth mental health
GUELPH – A Guelph author’s children’s book, Rudy’s Belly of Bees, has made an international debut.
‘Candy Cane Christmas’ Alma parade theme
ALMA – Santa Claus is set to make his final local parade stop here this weekend.