MINTO – The Minto Chamber of Commerce, in collaboration with the Town of Minto, announced the successful completion of five ribbon-cutting ceremonies on May 16, marking the official welcoming of new businesses to the community.
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Wellington Heights Art-A-Thon
MOUNT FOREST – Over 50 students participated in the annual Wellington Heights Secondary School Art-A-Thon on May 2.
Canada’s federal leaders less popular than ever
OTTAWA – Canada’s national party leaders have never been less popular, according to data released recently by the Angus Reid Institute.
Spring Rural Romp takes in north Wellington farms
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Farms in and around the north part of the county will open their gates to visitors May 25 for the Taste Real Spring Rural Romp.
Credit Valley Conservation celebrates 70 years
ERIN – Credit Valley Conservation is celebrating 70-years of conservation in the Credit River watershed.
Back to the 80’s at Fergus Grand Theatre
FERGUS – A band that pays tribute to the golden age of MTV took to the stage at the Fergus Grand Theatre on May 18, playing an array of tunes from the big stars of the 1980s
CWDHS at CyberTitan national finals
WATERLOO – After surviving state rounds in December, Centre Wellington District High School (CWDHS) competed in the finals at the University of Waterloo on May 8 against 13 teams from across Canada.
‘Bee Safe’ pesticides not so safe for wild bees, U of G study reveals
GUELPH – Pesticides marketed as “safe for honeybees” can still cause harm to wild ground-nesting bees, according to new research from the University of Guelph.
Tips for the novice gardener
FERGUS – Not everyone has a green thumb or has had opportunities to gain experience in gardening.
Murder mystery at Fergus Grand Theatre
FERGUS – With scripts in hand, and plenty of adlibbing, a troupe of drag performers from Delta Nu House entertained an audience at the Fergus Grand Theatre on May 17 with their murder mystery “Murder at the Sorority House.”
Kitchener Nissan donates to KidsAbility Foundation
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Kitchener Nissan donated $10,000 to the KidsAbility Foundation – with locations in Guelph, Fergus and Palmerston – on May 16.
Learn about Centre Wellington’s new Community Connect Pilot Program at information session
CENTRE WELLINGTON – The Township of Centre Wellington is thrilled to announce an upcoming information session to introduce its innovative pilot program for volunteer recruitment, Community Connect, to community organizations that depend on volunteers.
Annual plant sale in Hillsburgh
HILLSBURGH – Just in time for planting season, the Hillsburgh Horticultural Society held its annual plant sale last Saturday.
New report highlights locally grown seed diversity in Canada
GUELPH – A new report titled “Building Climate-Resilient Seed Systems in Canada” highlights local organic seeds as key to food and seed security, and climate-resilient agriculture.
Review: Elora Community Theatre’s Pride and Prejudice a delight to watch
FERGUS – The last performance of Elora Community Theatre’s production of Jane Austin’s classic tale, Pride and Prejudice, took place on May 12 at the Fergus Grand Theatre. It’s a shame. A production of its quality could withstand a much longer run.