PALMERSTON – The North Wellington works job fair was held at Norwell District Secondary School in Palmerston on March 27.
Two charged after jewelry, pet remains stolen
GUELPH – A Guelph-Eramosa couple faces charges after an investigation that involved the theft of cremated pet remains.
No charges will be laid in death of Nathaniel Schofield: SIU
MISSISSAUGA – The province's Special Investigations Unit has ruled that no charges will be laid against the Wellington County OPP in the death of Nathaniel Schofield, who died in police custody last summer.
Louise Marshall Hospital Foundation commemorates 35 years
MOUNT FOREST – The Mount Forest Louise Marshall Hospital (LMH) Foundation celebrated its 35th anniversary with an open house at the Mount Forest and District Sports Complex on March 22.
Kay Ayres awarded coronation medal
MOUNT FOREST – Wellington North resident Kay Ayres was presented with the prestigious King Charles III Coronation Medal on March 26.
Mitchel Walker wins big at RAM Rodeo award ceremony
ORANGEVILLE – The RAM Rodeo held its 2024 awards ceremony in Orangeville on March 22.
Police beat: Fatal fire not suspicious
GUELPH – A house fire here last week that claimed the life of one person and seriously injured another has been deemed not suspicious in nature.
International Plowing Match and Rural Expo heads to Niagara region
NIAGARA REGION – The International Plowing Match and Rural Expo (IPM) is coming to the Niagara Region this fall offering a unique opportunity to showcase the community’s agricultural diversity and natural beauty.
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Fergus man charged with sexual assault
FERGUS – A Fergus man has been charged with sexual assault in relation to an incident here six months ago.
Woman charged in connection with 2023 sudden death investigation
PUSLINCH – On Sept. 8, 2023, “a deceased individual was located in a blue sedan along Wellington Road 34,” Wellington County OPP officials stated in a press release at the time.
Clifford to host second annual Life Outdoors Show April 5-6
CLIFFORD – Outdoor enthusiasts will be making their way to Clifford for the second annual Life Outdoors Show on April 5 and 6 from 10am to 4pm at the Clifford Arena.
Guelph/Eramosa intersection closed after crash
GUELPH/ERAMOSA – An intersection here was closed after a two-vehicle collision on Wednesday afternoon. Emergency crews were called to the scene, at the intersection of Highway 7 and Wellington Road 32 in Guelph/Eramosa, west of Guelph, on March 19 at about 1pm.
Riverfest Elora announces 2025 lineup
ELORA – City and Colour, Fitz and the Tantrums, and Silversun Pickups will headline Riverfest Elora this summer. Officials announced the lineup for the 15th festival on March 19.
Mapleton, Minto and Wellington North fire services partner with Wounded Warriors Canada
MINTO – Wounded Warriors Canada has announced a partnership with Mapleton Fire Rescue, Minto Fire and Wellington North Fire Service aimed at delivering mental health training and counselling services to firefighters and their families.