ELORA – Centre Wellington council has agreed to top up the budget for the Belwood Hall renovation to the tune of $980,000. The previously approved budget was $890,600, bringing the new price tag to $1.87 million.
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Gravel pit remediation could result in excess truck traffic
ERIN – Erin councillors seem unsure about remediation plans for a gravel pit near Hillsburgh.
UGDSB to pay $77,000 to school board association for annual membership
GUELPH – It will cost the Upper Grand District School Board $76,936 plus tax to be a member of the Ontario Public School Boards’ Association (OPSBA) for the 2025-26 school year.
UGDSB approves updated policy on using school board resources for elections
GUELPH – An updated policy prohibiting the use of school board resources for election campaigns was approved by the Upper Grand District School Board on Sept. 23.
Palmerston resident Ryan Leis stars in short documentary
PALMERSTON – Cinematographer and filmmaker Maksym Putintsev joined forces with Palmerston native and blacksmith Ryan Leis to create a 12-minute short documentary titled Scrap Works.
Tensions rise at Erin mayor’s breakfast
ERIN – Tension was in the air at the Erin mayor’s breakfast at the Erin Legion on Oct. 24.
Youth auditions announced for Dear Evan Hansen
ST. JACOBS – The Drayton Entertainment Youth Academy has announced youth chorus auditions for its production of Dear Evan Hansen.
Electric Vinyl Orchestra plays Elora Legion Nov. 22
ELORA – Polish off those dancing shoes and grab yourself a partner or two – Eclectic Vinyl Orchestra (EVO) is back in Centre Wellington.
‘Wytch Folk’ market hosts artisans
Centre Wellington – The Wytch Folk Harvest, Hearth and Pantry Market took place downtown Fergus on Oct. 25.
Elora Singers launch 2025 to 2026 season
ELORA – The Elora Singers open their 2025-2026 concert season with Requiem and Media Vita, a concert that pairs three towering compositions that bridge five centuries of choral music.
The Linda Rondstadt Show coming to Fergus Grand
FERGUS – The Linda Ronstadt Show is coming to The Fergus Grand Theatre for a night of music, memories and storytelling, officials say.
Erin Chamber of Commerce hosts Trick-or-Treat Main Street
ERIN – On Oct. 25 the Erin Chamber of Commerce hosted a Trick-or-Treat Main Street event that included businesses handing out candy, face painting, photo opportunities and more.
Elmira Theatre Company presents Willow Quartet
ELMIRA – Elmira Theatre Company presents Willow Quartet by Joan Burrows, a Canadian drama about forgiveness, hope and second chances.
Guelph/Eramosa hosting Remembrance Day service
ROCKWOOD – Guelph/Eramosa is hosting a day of remembrance to honour the courage and sacrifice of the men and women who have served, and continue to serve, the country.
School boards, public health help youth make healthy choices around technology, substances
GUELPH – Public health and two local school boards are working together to launch a Choices Rewired campaign, meant to help parents and guardians support youth in making healthier choices around screen use and substance use.