GUELPH - The Guelph Tool Library, a member-based lending library with over 1500 tools and appliances, has found success in their Circular Store Pilot Program and is excited to extend the program for another year.
Historic Ellis Chapel celebrates 162nd anniversary this summer
PUSLINCH - Since its restoration and reopening in 1963, summer services have been held each year (with the exception of the Covid period) at Historic Ellis Chapel in Puslinch.
Elora Driveway Market raises funds to support Grove Youth Hub
ELORA – Jodi Bird organized the second annual Driveway Market, which featured items for sale by local craftspeople, thrifters and artists.
New Taste Real Local Food map now available
WELLINGTON COUNTY – The new version of the Taste Real Local Food Map is now available across Wellington County and Guelph.
Lake Erie Source Protection Committee seeks volunteers
CAMBRIDGE – The Lake Erie Source Protection Committee is seeking volunteers to fill two vacancies for public interest representatives.
Eden Mills Mill Pond lands donated to Rare Charitable Research Reserve
GUELPH/ERAMOSA — On June 1, Charles and Anna Simon were honoured at a community event in Eden Mills to celebrate the transfer of 12.8 acres of land to the Rare Charitable Research Reserve.
Grand Valley Lions Club holds Canada Day 50/50 draw
GRAND VALLEY — On July 1, the Grand Valley BIA’s held its annual car show and the Grand Valley Lions held a 50-50 draw.
Call for vendors: Christmas market at Wellington County Museum and Archives
ABOYNE – The Wellington County Museum and Archives (WCMA) is thrilled to be hosting the third annual Christmas Market, taking place on December 1 and 2.
Minto Minor Ball U9 team receives $2000 donation
Palmerston – Representatives of the Minto Minor Ball U9 team recently received a $2,000 cheque from The Blessings to You Centre in Palmerston.
Sunrise Therapeutic Riding Centre raises $70,000 at fundraiser
PUSLINCH – Sunrise Therapeutic Riding and Learning Centre raised $70,000 at the Celebrate Sunrise! fundraising event held on June 25.
Jefferson Elora Corporation buys naming rights for Elora Community Centre
CENTRE WELLINGTON – The township is excited to announce a community partnership with Jefferson Elora Corporation (JEC).
Comedy show coming to Crown
HARRISTON – Yuk Yuk’s comedians Patrick Haye, Freddy Proia and Ben Bayfield are coming to The Crown Harriston for an evening of live comedy on July 22.
Fergus Fall Fair searching for next fair ambassador
FERGUS — The Fergus Fall Fair is approaching quickly and fair officials are looking for the next fair ambassador for 2023-24.
Police beat: Guelph man charged with assault with a weapon
MOUNT FOREST – On June 30 at about 10:30pm, the Wellington County OPP responded to a report of an assault on Main Street South here.
Loss of water pressure in Mount Forest resolved
MOUNT FOREST - Fire flow testing at private hydrants caused a brief drop in water pressure in Mount Forest on July 6. Water pressure has since been restored.