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Tuesday, June 17, 2025 | Vol 58 Issue 24

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Arts & Entertainment

Fergus Grand Theatre packed for Classic Troubadours Band performance

Advertiser Staff January 22, 2025Arts & Entertainment, News

CENTRE WELLINGTON – The Hamilton-based Classic Troubadours Band plays music from James Taylor, Jackson Browne, Carole King and Joni Mitchell and others.

Murder on the Orient Express coming to Fergus Grand Theatre

Submitted January 15, 2025Arts & Entertainment, News

CENTRE WELLINGTON – All aboard Agatha Christie’s Murder on the Orient Express! 

Mimi O’Bonsawin to perform at River Run

Submitted January 15, 2025Arts & Entertainment, News

GUELPH – Mimi O’Bonsawin is set to perform at the Guelph River Run Centre’s Studio Theatre Jan. 23 at 8pm.

Senior artist in Fergus is taking the birdhouse world by storm

Ellouise Thompson January 15, 2025Arts & Entertainment, News

FERGUS  – Eighty-one-year-old Fergus artist Graeme Chalmers is taking the art world by storm with his eccentric birdhouse creations made from reclaimed materials.

Party like its 1990 with the band that never stops rocking

Submitted January 15, 2025Arts & Entertainment, News

GUELPH – Nine-time JUNO Award-nominated rock band 54•40 have been at it for over 40 years, and there is no stopping them. 

Jann Arden, Broken Social Scene to perform in Elora as part of ‘Icons’ series

Joanne Shuttleworth January 15, 2025Arts & Entertainment, News

ELORA – The Village of Elora will become the Village of Lights during the so-called arctic months of January, February and March – and the weekend events begin on Friday.

Beyond Borders gala set for Jan 18, students aim to raise over $132,000

Robin George January 10, 2025Arts & Entertainment, News

GUELPH – The Beyond Borders Redefine Gala is set for 6pm on Jan. 18 at the River Run Centre in Guelph, and will raise funds for the Children's Foundation of Guelph and Wellington, the Make Your Mark Foundation and the Beyond Borders program.

Theatre guild announces auditions

Submitted January 8, 2025Arts & Entertainment, News

HARRISTON – The Grey Wellington Theatre Guild is getting set to cast its spring production, the murder-mystery comedy Death among the Delphiniums by Canadian author Camille Atebe.

Gallery Concerts commence with Tony Snyder, Jan. 19

Submitted January 8, 2025Arts & Entertainment, News

ABOYNE – The first Gallery Concert to be held at the Wellington County Museum and Archives is set for Jan. 19 with Tony Snyder.  

Centre Wellington Singers looking for new members

Submitted January 8, 2025Arts & Entertainment, News

ELORA – If you love to sing, Centre Wellington Singers (CWS) would love to meet you.

Auditions for Elora Community Theatre’s production of ‘Sense and Sensibility’

Submitted January 8, 2025Arts & Entertainment, News

ELORA – The Elora Community Theatre is holding auditions for its upcoming production of Sense and Sensibiltiy.

Boom of Yamato Drummers coming to Guelph Jan. 14

Submitted December 30, 2024Arts & Entertainment, News

GUELPH – Yamato Drummers deliver a powerful production of “physical music” – something beyond what is often captured by the word “performance.” 

Stinson’s new picture book strikes a chord with adults

Jessica Lovell December 30, 2024Arts & Entertainment, News

ROCKWOOD – It was a labour of love that produced Kathy Stinson’s latest picture book, The Rock and the Butterfly, and if it’s bringing comfort to others, so much the better.

Meadows Music Festival announces headliners, bigger event, camping

Robin George December 23, 2024Arts & Entertainment, News

FERGUS – Meadows Music Festival will be returning to Fergus for its third year on May 30 and 31. Owner and festival director Collin McKinnon said organizers have secured the two headliners fans have been asking for most: The Reklaws and The Glorious Sons. 

Elora Centre for the Arts receives $20,000 grant

Submitted December 23, 2024Arts & Entertainment, News

CENTRE WELLINGTON – The Elora Centre for the Arts has been awarded a grant of $20,000 from Farm Credit Canada (FCC) and its AgriSpirit Fund.

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Hanover theatre casting for School of Rock

HANOVER – Based on the hit 2003 film, School of Rock the musical follows Dewey Finn, a failed wannabe rock star who is down on his luck. 

Hanover Community Players thank all who made Bare, Bear Bones a success

HANOVER – Hanover Community Players are offering “A big thank you to all of our audience members who took the time from their busy schedules to attend and support our Bare, Bear Bones shows.”

See all Bruce County area articles.

Fergus pub owner Robert O’Brien found guilty of sexual assault

GUELPH – The owner of the Goofie Newfie was charged with four counts of sexual assault in June 2023, and was found guilty of two counts this week.

UGDSB students present multimedia show ‘Speed River Anthology’

GUELPH – Local history will be told through theatrical performances, live music, film and animation during the Speed River Anthology. 

See all Centre Wellington area articles.

School board explores bringing IB diploma program to Wellington, Dufferin

GUELPH –  Some parents and students would like the International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma program to be offered in Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB) schools in Wellington and Dufferin counties. 

Public health working with partners after closure of Guelph Consumption and Treatment Site

GUELPH – The local health unit has been working with area partners as the Consumption and Treatment Site (CTS) in Guelph closed on March 31 and the Homeless and Addiction Recovery Treatment Hub (HART) opened on April 1 as directed by the province.

See all Dufferin County area articles.

UGDSB students present multimedia show ‘Speed River Anthology’

GUELPH – Local history will be told through theatrical performances, live music, film and animation during the Speed River Anthology. 

School board explores bringing IB diploma program to Wellington, Dufferin

GUELPH –  Some parents and students would like the International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma program to be offered in Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB) schools in Wellington and Dufferin counties. 

See all Erin area articles.

Officials cut ribbon on new Grand Valley recreation space

GRAND VALLEY – The Town of Grand Valley officially cut the ribbon on its new multi-purpose outdoor recreation facility this month.

Santa to join Grand Valley parade

GRAND VALLEY – Santa will be making a stop in Grand valley on Nov. 30 at 7pm as part of the 84th Annual Grand Valley Santa Claus parade. 

See all Grand Valley area articles.

Start-up program sees record-breaking applications

NEUSTADT – This is the sixth year running the Saugeen Student Start-Up Program with Saugeen Connects, and the program has provided over 318 student entrepreneurs with start-up funding and interactive training/workshops.

Saugeen Connects launches SSUP program

NEUSTADT – Saugeen Connects is once again igniting entrepreneurial spirit among local youth with the return of its Saugeen Student Start-Up Program (SSUP). 

See all Grey County area articles.

Fergus pub owner Robert O’Brien found guilty of sexual assault

GUELPH – The owner of the Goofie Newfie was charged with four counts of sexual assault in June 2023, and was found guilty of two counts this week.

Second complaint filed against OPP in death of Nathaniel Schofield

GUELPH –  The mother of an Arthur man who died in police custody last year has filed a second complaint with Ontario's police oversight agency. 

See all Guelph area articles.

Second complaint filed against OPP in death of Nathaniel Schofield

GUELPH –  The mother of an Arthur man who died in police custody last year has filed a second complaint with Ontario's police oversight agency. 

Rockwood man celebrates 100th blood donation

GUELPH – Rockwood resident Andrew Vince made a momentous blood donation on June 3.

See all Guelph/Eramosa area articles.

Joseph Racinsky rides blue wave to Queen’s Park

WELLINGTON-HALTON HILLS – The blue wave that swept across Ontario Thursday night, swept across Wellington-Halton Hills as well as Progressive Conservative candidate Joseph Racinsky was elected with a sweeping majority. 

Health care, roads, voter turnout, local knowledge dominate discussion at Aberfoyle debate

ABERFOYLE – The debate hosted by the Optimist Club of Puslinch on Feb. 20 gave voters the opportunity to ask their own questions.

See all Halton area articles.

Youth pack shoeboxes to help kids through Operation Christmas Child

HANOVER – Lita Ernest, a young member of 1st Hanover Guides, worked hard this season to organize the packing of Operation Christmas Child (OCC) shoe box gifts with her troop.

See all Huron County area articles.

School board explores bringing IB diploma program to Wellington, Dufferin

GUELPH –  Some parents and students would like the International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma program to be offered in Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB) schools in Wellington and Dufferin counties. 

Drinking and driving

GUELPH/ERAMOSA – On June 4 at about 10pm, Wellington County OPP officers responded to a two-vehicle collision on Wellington Road 7.

See all Mapleton area articles.

School board explores bringing IB diploma program to Wellington, Dufferin

GUELPH –  Some parents and students would like the International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma program to be offered in Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB) schools in Wellington and Dufferin counties. 

Minto council requests Ontario government to reject Bill 5

MINTO – Council here shared some strong opinions about Bill 5, known as the Protect Ontario by Unleashing Our Economy Act, at a June 3 meeting.

See all Minto area articles.
See all Mississauga area articles.

School board explores bringing IB diploma program to Wellington, Dufferin

GUELPH –  Some parents and students would like the International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma program to be offered in Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB) schools in Wellington and Dufferin counties. 

Athletes compete at Special Olympics track and field

ORANGEVILLE – Around 260 athletes and 260 peer helpers turned out to the Dufferin and North Wellington Special Olympics, hosted by the Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB) at Orangeville District Secondary School on May 21.

See all Orangeville area articles.

Students shine at Special Olympics Track and Field Day

GUELPH – The Upper Grand and Wellington Catholic district school boards held their Special Olympics Track and Field Day at St. James Catholic Secondary School in Guelph on May 14.

Easter bunny visits the Minto Optimist Easter Egg Hunt

PALMERSTON – The Minto Optimist Easter Egg Hunt took place on April 19 in Palmerston. Pictured with the Easter Bunny is Paisley, left, and Aubree Streicher.       

See all Palmerston area articles.

‘S-Bend’ roundabout construction to begin May 20

WELLINGTON COUNTY – A project that has been discussed for close to a decade will be completed this year. 

Federal election Q&A: Perth-Wellington candidates

PERTH-WELLINGTON – As part of the Wellington Advertiser’s coverage of the 2025 federal election, the newspaper offered all local candidates a chance to participate in a Q&A feature leading up to the April 28 election.

See all Perth County area articles.

Link up with Duff’s raises more than $12,000

PUSLINCH – The annual Link Up with Duff’s “Fun Day with A Purpose” was held on May 24.  

National conference on therapeutic riding hosted in Puslinch

PUSLINCH – The Canadian Therapeutic Riding Association (CanTRA) celebrated 45 years of leadership with a national conference in Puslinch on May 31 and June 1.

See all Puslinch area articles.

Terry Fox Foundation Launches new Collection celebrating the 45th Anniversary of the Marathon of Hope

TORONTO  – The Terry Fox Foundation is set to release its limited-edition ‘Finish It’ collection, marking the 45th anniversary of the Marathon of Hope.

CFIB calls for parliament to reconvene in light of tariff threats

TORONTO –  Nearly one in five small- and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) are experiencing cancelled or paused orders due to the ongoing uncertainty around the U.S.-Canada tariff situation, finds new data by the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB). 

See all Toronto area articles.

Drayton Entertainment Youth Academy announces youth auditions and fall classes

WATERLOO – The Drayton Entertainment Youth Academy has announced youth auditions for upcoming productions. 

Taylor Swift tribute show coming to Kitchener July 5

KITCHENER  – A Tribute to the Eras of Taylor Swift Music has announced its debut visit to Canada this year with 12 lucky venues, including Centre In The Square, hosting the show this Summer July 5 at 7:30pm. 

See all Waterloo Region area articles.

UGDSB students present multimedia show ‘Speed River Anthology’

GUELPH – Local history will be told through theatrical performances, live music, film and animation during the Speed River Anthology. 

School board explores bringing IB diploma program to Wellington, Dufferin

GUELPH –  Some parents and students would like the International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma program to be offered in Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB) schools in Wellington and Dufferin counties. 

See all Wellington County area articles.

Second complaint filed against OPP in death of Nathaniel Schofield

GUELPH –  The mother of an Arthur man who died in police custody last year has filed a second complaint with Ontario's police oversight agency. 

UGDSB students present multimedia show ‘Speed River Anthology’

GUELPH – Local history will be told through theatrical performances, live music, film and animation during the Speed River Anthology. 

See all Wellington North area articles.

Editorial

Some light reading

Leaving home early on Tuesday we caught the name Orwell out of the corner of our eye.

Great job on 29

One county roads project is nearing completion and others are well underway.

See Canada this summer

A good friend on the west coast is embarking on a cross-country tour this summer.

Columnists

That dad

By Kelly Waterhouse

With Father’s Day approaching, I’ve been thinking a great deal about the fathers in my life. 

Mapleton Township-area news from 1929, 1954

By Stephen Thorning

The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…

Reflections

By Willard Metzger

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