MOUNT FOREST – At 11 years old, Ava Albrechtas has ribbons, medals and trophies adorning nearly every surface of her bedroom, but her biggest competition is yet to come. She has been selected to represent Canada in the Dance World Cup next year in Burgos, Spain.
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Mapleton proposes $30-million budget, 3.6 per cent tax levy increase
MAPLETON – Property owners here may face a tax levy increase of 3.55 per cent in 2025. Mapleton’s proposed 2025 consolidated budget tops $30 million, with over $20 million in total capital expenditures.
Puslinch Minor Soccer loses all equipment in fire
PUSLINCH – Firefighters responded to a grass fire call on Wellington Road 36 in Badenoch around 5am on Oct. 23 but arrived to find the township-owned storage shed had burned to the ground. The shed was used by Puslinch Minor Soccer and all its equipment was destroyed in the blaze.
Marden author’s newest book explores ‘the healing power of music’
ELORA – Music is a pivotal part of 12-year-old Flora Parsons’ identity, and it serves as a safety net as she, and those around her, grapple with life’s challenges. Parsons is the main character in Jean Mill’s newest novel, After the Wallpaper Music. Mills has lived in Marden for the last 27 years
Night of Bright Stars memorial a chance for community to connect and reflect
KITCHENER – Bereaved Families of Ontario – Midwestern Region’s (BFO-MR) Night of Bright Stars memorial event is cherished annual tradition, providing a supportive space for individuals and families to come together and connect in their grief and to honour and remember the people they’re missing.
Council supports changes for new municipal well
ERIN – To address existing water demands and future growth projections, Erin council has unanimously supported a resolution for a new municipal well.
Who wants a federal election?
OTTAWA – With Ottawa’s parliamentary precinct plunged into the latest round of minority government brinksmanship, political watchers can scarcely draw breath without simultaneously speculating about whether the nation will next go to the polls before 2024 is over.
Join Elaine McKinnon for sailing adventures and water stories
ELORA – Elaine McKinnon moved to Elora a few months ago and then went sailing.
IMpower wellness opens new location
ELORA – Lisa Roszel, owner of IMpower wellness, opened a new location on Oct. 22 at 37 Church St. E. in Elora.
Fergus Highland U18 boys rugby wins Rugby Ontario Junior Cup
FERGUS – On Oct. 27 the Fergus Highland U18 boys rugby team captured the Rugby Ontario Junior Cup for 7’s, marking a stellar end to its season.
Orton Community Association hosts Haunted Church event
ORTON – The Orton Community Association once again hosted the Haunted Church event on Oct. 25 and 26. Creepy characters came to life as the haunting began.
$1 Million Lotto Max winner
GUELPH – Deigh Madejski of Guelph was the lucky recipient of the $1 Million Lotto Max maxmillions prize in the Sept. 17 Lotto Max draw.
100 Women Who Care Rural Wellington donates to Victim Services Wellington
ARTHUR – At its recent meeting in Arthur on Sept. 16, 100 Women Who Care Rural Wellington heard presentations by members on three local charities.
Forage Focus event returns in December
GUELPH – The Ontario Forage Council has announced the Forage Focus event will return on Dec. 6, starting at 9:30am.
Betta fish: myth verses fact
FERGUS – Betta fish, also known as Siamese fighting fish, are hard to ignore with their vivid colours and flowing fins. However, despite being one of the most recognizable fish, they are also one of the most misunderstood.