GUELPH – The number of COVID-19 cases has remained steady in the region lately, with a few new cases each day, while the number of active cases continues to drop.
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They may not be visible, but homeless youth still here in Wellington County
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Chrissy Scott is worried. As the project coordinator for the Rural Emphasis program that focuses on youth homelessness, she knows there are between 60 and 100 homeless youth in Wellington County on any given day.
Tree Trust wants to hear stories about favourite trees
ELORA - As car and plane travel has decreased due to COVID-19, so has the need for offsetting carbon emissions from travel.
Pettapiece lauds efforts of local long-term care workers
QUEEN’S PARK – Perth-Wellington MPP Randy Pettapiece recognized the leadership and sacrifice of staff at long-term care homes throughout his riding in a June 24 statement in the Ontario legislature.
Fruit and vegetable sector stands with Ontario’s plan to protect agri-food employees
GUELPH – Ontario’s fruit and vegetable growers (OFVGA) say in a June 29 announcement the…
Mount Forest Family Health Team updating policies and practices for providing services
WELLINGTON NORTH - With the move to stage two of the COVID-19 reopening in Ontario, the Mount Forest Family Health Team is updating the way it is providing services. The update also changes how people access LifeLabs services at Claire Stewart Medical Clinic.
McArthur celebrates 46th birthday social-distancing style
Happy birthday – Colin McArthur celebrated his 46th birthday on June 27 in Acton. Many…
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Centre Wellington run Virtual Camp URU
FERGUS – Big Brothers Big Sisters of Centre Wellington is running their Camp URU for summer…
UGDSB offering summer supports for students with mental health needs, special education needs
GUELPH – The Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB) is offering a number of supports for students and families throughout the summer months.
ECT finds new home in Fergus
FERGUS - The Elora Community Theatre (ECT) is moving to the Skyline Community Hub in Fergus.
Grand Valley Santa parade cancelled
GRAND VALLEY – Even Santa Claus is vulnerable to COVID-19. On June 19 the Grand Valley and…
Blood donor event in Palmerston set for July 16
PALMERSTON – Canadian Blood Services will host a donor clinic here on July 16 from 2 to 8pm…
Camp Brebeuf seeks community donations to keep camp open
ROCKWOOD – The drive up the lane to Camp Brebeuf is inviting, with welcoming signs, a high ropes course marking the horizon, and acres and acres of nature.
Graduation must go on
GUELPH – Although schools are closed, staff at Wellington Catholic District School Board…
GRCA to offer overnight camping at parks as of July 10
WELLINGTON COUNTY - Starting next week, the Grand River Conservation Authority (GRCA) will offer camping at six parks, including three within Wellington County.