FERGUS – Centre Wellington has opened the splash pad at Millburn Park in the south end of Fergus.
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Ontario extends emergency declaration to July 15
TORONTO ― The Ontario government has extended the current state of emergency to July 15 - and officials hope it will be the final extension.
New gift card program coming to Puslinch businesses
PUSLINCH – Township council has approved a new gift certificate program for local businesses here.
Township opens splash pads in Arthur, Mount Forest
WELLINGTON NORTH - Splash pads in Mount Forest and Arthur are now open.
Province asks school boards to plan for all scenarios come September
TORONTO – The Ontario government's plan to reopen schools includes three main scenarios: a normal school day routine, a modified routine with alternating days and caps on students allowed in classrooms, and at home learning.
Public health: Black Lives Matter protest not linked to spike in COVID-19 cases
GUELPH – None of the new cases of COVID-19 in Guelph have been traced to the June 6 Black Lives Matter protest in Guelph, public health officials say.
Puslinch working on process for businesses looking to create, expand patios
PUSLINCH – Township staff here are working on a process for businesses looking to expand their patios to increase business during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Centre Wellington to fund grant program to help businesses reopen
ELORA – The local economic development task force has established an economic recovery action plan to help businesses throughout Centre Wellington as they get the green light to reopen.
Erin council to consider extending grace period on interest for taxpayers in arrears
ERIN – Council will discuss the possibility of extending the grace period into the second half of the year on interest and penalties for taxpayers at its next meeting.
Drayton splash pad reopening June 19
MAPLETON - Township officials made the announcement on June 18 as part of its response to the province's gradual reopening of businesses and amenities that closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Families able to reunite with seniors for first time since March
WELLINGTON COUNTY – After a long haul of physical distancing and self-isolation due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Ontario government has eased guidelines enough that families can reunite in a limited capacity.
Ontario allowing more people to attend weddings, funerals; lifted 30-day supply limit on prescriptions
TORONTO – The Ontario government continues to lift restrictions put in place during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Minto councillor concerned about availability of PPE
MINTO – Councillor Jean Anderson has raised concerns about the increasing use of personal protective equipment (PPE) by businesses and the general public and the potential impact on PPE availability for health care workers.
Elora Farmers’ Market uses fresh approach for patrons
Lanes of freshness – The Elora Farmers’ Market ensured physical distancing on June 13 and…
Exercise tips for older adults during COVID-19 pandemic
You may be finding it tougher to exercise while under lockdown or a stay-at-home order. But you can…