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Wednesday, August 10, 2022 | Vol 55 Issue 31

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Business

Former musician finds success with award-winning hot sauce

Curtis Gordon December 29, 2021Business, Community News, News

MAPLETON - For Erik Begg and his wife Nina, what began as a backyard hobby has now blossomed into an award-winning business.

Saugeen Economic Development Corporation celebrates 35 years

Submitted December 29, 2021Business

NEUSTADT - The Saugeen Economic Development Corporation (SEDC) is celebrating 35 years since its inception.

Skyline Living and Skyline Group of Companies win two Rental Housing Awards

Advertiser Staff December 29, 2021Business, News

GUELPH – Skyline Living and Skyline Group of Companies have earned two industry awards at the recent Federation of Rental-housing Providers of Ontario (FRPO) Marketing, Achievement and Construction (MAC) Awards, celebrating the “best in the biz” in Ontario’s rental housing industry.

Milton man charged in sexual assault at Fergus business

Advertiser Staff December 22, 2021Business, News, Police

FERGUS – Police have charged a Milton man with sexual assault and sexual interference after a teenage girl was assaulted at work.

A&W makes donation to Fergus Legion from Remembrance Poppy Drive

Submitted December 16, 2021Business, News

A&W donation – A&W in Fergus supported this year’s Remembrance Poppy Drive by donating…

Bunkie Life: Erin business owners to appear on Dragons’ Den

Paige Peacock December 9, 2021Business, News

ERIN – What started as a solution to help a family temporarily house visiting relatives has evolved into a full-fledged backyard bunkie business. 

Innovation Guelph’s new CEO to start in January

Submitted December 9, 2021Business, News

GUELPH - Alison Crumblehulme is the new incoming CEO of Innovation Guelph (IG), effective Jan. 10, 2022.

Showcasing local art

Bill Longshaw December 2, 2021Arts & Entertainment, Business

Local entrepreneur and Centre Wellington Chamber of Commerce member Luke Marshall is seen on Nov.…

Elora Distillery adds rum to its offerings

Joanne Shuttleworth December 2, 2021Business, News

ELORA – Just in time for eggnog, the Elora Distillery has launched a new line of rum.

Pearle Hospitality pausing Riverwalk idea; hoping for greater support in the future

Jordan Snobelen November 17, 2021Business, News

WELLINGTON COUNTY - Pearl Hospitality has decided not to proceed with the Elora Riverwalk project at this time.

New recreation therapy business brings personal support direct to home

Submitted November 11, 2021Business

New business – Taylor Gutcher recently started her own private recreation therapy practice in…

Innovation Guelph celebrates 10th anniversary, launches book

Advertiser Staff October 28, 2021Business, News

GUELPH — Innovation Guelph is celebrating its 10th anniversary by launching a commemorative book.…

Mobile welding

Submitted October 20, 2021Business, Community News

A grand opening was held on Oct. 14 for a new Minto-based business. Attatchpro Welding is a mobile…

Bridal show

Advertiser Staff October 20, 2021Business, News

On a windy Oct. 17, LaFontana restaurant in Elora hosted a show of local businesses displaying…

Trusscore poised for growth after attracting $26-million investment

Community News Staff October 14, 2021Business, Community News

KITCHENER – Trusscore, a material science company that makes sustainable alternatives for traditional building products, is set to expand operations after attracting significant new investment dollars.

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Hospital volunteer association planning land sale to developer

FERGUS – The Groves Hospital Volunteer Association plans to sell its New To You property to Reid's Heritage Homes for a residential development, but the potential development hinges on council approval.

Arnott re-elected Speaker of Ontario Legislature

TORONTO – Wellington-Halton Hills MPP Ted Arnott was re-elected speaker of the Ontario Legislature in a secret-ballot vote on Monday.

See all Centre Wellington area articles.

Arnott re-elected Speaker of Ontario Legislature

TORONTO – Wellington-Halton Hills MPP Ted Arnott was re-elected speaker of the Ontario Legislature in a secret-ballot vote on Monday.

Impaired driving

ROCKWOOD – On July 22 at about 11pm, Wellington County OPP responded to a report of a traffic…

See all Erin area articles.

COVID-19 vaccine for young children to arrive in WDGPH region this week

WELLINGTON COUNTY – The Moderna COVID-19 vaccine for children aged six months to five years will be administered by primary care providers and in select pharmacies.

First case of monkeypox identified in WDGPH region

GUELPH – Public health officials have identified the first case of monkeypox in the region, but stress there is no increased risk to the general public.

See all Grand Valley area articles.

Second case of monkeypox confirmed in Wellington County

WELLINGTON COUNTY – Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health has confirmed a second case of monkeypox in a county man between 50 and 60 years old, following a positive lab result, bringing the total number of monkeypox cases in the health unit's region to three.

The Grove Youth Wellness Hubs making a difference in region

MINTO – The Grove Youth Wellness Hubs across Guelph and Wellington County have helped more than 14,000 youth who have participated in wide range of activities at the hubs since they were launched in mid-2021. 

See all Guelph area articles.

Arnott re-elected Speaker of Ontario Legislature

TORONTO – Wellington-Halton Hills MPP Ted Arnott was re-elected speaker of the Ontario Legislature in a secret-ballot vote on Monday.

Driver has ‘life-altering injuries’ following car-motorcycle crash: OPP

GUELPH/ERAMOSA – One person was sent to hospital with "life-altering" injuries following a collision between a car and motorcycle here on Sunday evening.

See all Guelph/Eramosa area articles.

The Grove Youth Wellness Hubs making a difference in region

MINTO – The Grove Youth Wellness Hubs across Guelph and Wellington County have helped more than 14,000 youth who have participated in wide range of activities at the hubs since they were launched in mid-2021. 

Building slows in Mapleton Township

MAPLETON – Building activity in the township was down from 2021 levels at the mid-point of the 2022 construction season.

See all Mapleton area articles.

Minto’s first commemorative bench honours Clifford’s ‘Lou’ Stuebing

CLIFFORD - A memorial bench honouring longtime Clifford resident Lou Stuebing has been placed in the village's Cenotaph Park.

The Grove Youth Wellness Hubs making a difference in region

MINTO – The Grove Youth Wellness Hubs across Guelph and Wellington County have helped more than 14,000 youth who have participated in wide range of activities at the hubs since they were launched in mid-2021. 

See all Minto area articles.

COVID-19 vaccine for young children to arrive in WDGPH region this week

WELLINGTON COUNTY – The Moderna COVID-19 vaccine for children aged six months to five years will be administered by primary care providers and in select pharmacies.

First case of monkeypox identified in WDGPH region

GUELPH – Public health officials have identified the first case of monkeypox in the region, but stress there is no increased risk to the general public.

See all Orangeville area articles.

Arnott re-elected Speaker of Ontario Legislature

TORONTO – Wellington-Halton Hills MPP Ted Arnott was re-elected speaker of the Ontario Legislature in a secret-ballot vote on Monday.

U19 UTM Morriston

Champs – Last weekend the U19 UTM Morriston softball team captured the gold medal at the PWSA…

See all Puslinch area articles.

Arnott re-elected Speaker of Ontario Legislature

TORONTO – Wellington-Halton Hills MPP Ted Arnott was re-elected speaker of the Ontario Legislature in a secret-ballot vote on Monday.

Second case of monkeypox confirmed in Wellington County

WELLINGTON COUNTY – Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health has confirmed a second case of monkeypox in a county man between 50 and 60 years old, following a positive lab result, bringing the total number of monkeypox cases in the health unit's region to three.

See all Wellington County area articles.

Local man charged with arson after toilet fires

MOUNT FOREST – A local man has been charged with arson after portable toilets were set on fire here recently.

The Grove Youth Wellness Hubs making a difference in region

MINTO – The Grove Youth Wellness Hubs across Guelph and Wellington County have helped more than 14,000 youth who have participated in wide range of activities at the hubs since they were launched in mid-2021. 

See all Wellington North area articles.
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Health and safety

Much of the phrase “health and safety” is made in the workplace but we think it is time homes and families adopt a clearer view of what it means to be safe and healthy. Families are immensely impacted when safety takes a backseat to fun.

Move on with hospice

Although the brakes were put on last week when Centre Wellington council failed to pass a motion supporting the new hospice project at Wellington Place, all is not lost.

Free labour

“Trustees still deadlocked on requiring police checks for volunteers” was a headline that caught our eye a few weeks back. 

Columnists

Open Mind: Conquering social phobia

By Alba Zalli

I grew up in a tight-knit small town where everyone knew one another well, so I never really had to think of making new friends until I moved to a larger town and had to face high school. 

Fives

By Kelly Waterhouse

Sometimes, I am a great life partner. Sometimes, I am a brat. This weekend, I intend to be both, because it’s my best friend’s birthday. 

Tales of the telegraph a neglected subject

By Stephen Thorning

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

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