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Sharing literacy
Local author Glynis Belec stopped by Mapleton Preschool on Family Literacy Day on Jan. 27 to share…
Knowing your medications is key to managing health
As a dietitian and diabetes educator I am surprised at the number of patients that do not know what…
OFA applauds provincial action on RED grants and natural gas
Rural Ontario received a boost with the recent announcement of two programs "to grow our…
OPINION: OFA outlines what it believes agriculture needs in 2017 Ontario budget
Each year, the Ontario Federation Agriculture advises the province how taxpayer dollars can be…
End of Fergus Truck Show marks “a very sad day for the community”
After 31 years as one of the most popular events in Wellington County, the Fergus Truck Show is no…
An evening of musical collaboration on Feb. 12
Annie Sumi, Rayannah, and Loyal Compass are performing at the Silence Sounds at 46 Essex St,…
Advertiser recognized for “general excellence” by OCNA
The Advertiser is being recognized by the Ontario Community Newspapers Association (OCNA) for its…
Police, fire officials launch large investigation into suspicious fires
Several police and fire departments in the region are collaborating with the Ontario fire marshal…
Two animals perish in house fire
A Feb. 10 blaze has destroyed a log home and claimed the life of two family pets. Arthur and Mount…
Dog licensing costs continue to rise
Dog licensing costs continue to rise here as the municipality moves towards full user pay of animal…
Wellington Catholic school busses go wireless
The definition of homework is taking on a new meaning for some bussed students at St. James…
End of Fergus Truck Show marks “a very sad day for the community”
After 31 years as one of the most popular events in Wellington County, the Fergus Truck Show is no…
Ambiguity leads council to defer parking bylaw approval
Guelph-Eramosa councillors chose to defer approval of a county-wide parking bylaw amendment largely…
Family Day fun offered at Rockwood Conservation Area
Rockwood Conservation Area is holding a Winter Family Fun Day on Feb. 20 from 9:30am to…