COVID-19

ABOYNE – Local 16-year-olds Sabrina O’Krafka and Jillian Tomlin are hoping to bring some Halloween cheer to residents at the Wellington Terrace Long-Term Care Home. They are asking community members to carve or decorate pumpkins and drop them off at the Terrace.

Grandpa’s BBQ – For many years the Fergus Legion has held a fundraiser called…

GUELPH – Eight local paramedics forced to self-isolate after a co-worker tested positive for COVID-19 will soon return to work. The paramedic who tested positive is recovering well, officials say.

WELLINGTON COUNTY – As the second wave of COVID-19 continues, mental health professionals are reminding residents that mental wellness is imperative to staying safe during the pandemic.

WELLINGTON COUNTY – The number of active COVID-19 cases in the Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health region has risen by 30% in a week.

FERGUS – The traditional Fergus Santa Claus Parade is not happening this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. But Fergus residents can rest assured that Saint Nick will still be paying local children a visit in early December.

MAPLETON – Starting Oct. 26, Mapleton Township's municipal office will be open by appointment only.

MINTO – The Norgan Theatre in Palmerston will temporarily halt weekend film showings due to poor attendance resulting from a lack of new-release films.

WELLINGTON NORTH – Township councillors here will have access to up to $1,500 each for technology upgrades to facilitate remote work and meetings.

WELLINGTON COUNTY – On Oct. 22 Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health (WDGPH) was reporting two active cases of COVID-19 in Wellington County.

ERIN – The employee last worked at the store on Oct. 13, Beer Store officials stated in an Oct. 22 press release.