Leslie Thompson was relaxing on her deck near dusk on June 16 when a black beer crossed the field…
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Wind turbine opponents coming to Wellington County council
Just because there has been little discussion at county council about wind turbines doesnt mean the…
Family celebrates 100 years of aviation history at Fergus airport
Hans Christian Juergensen took his first flight over Hamburg, Germany, in a Wright Flyer B on June…
Donkey Day in Puslinch
Ben Szecsodi was one of many youngsters at the June 10 event supporting the Donkey Sanctuary of…
Benefit package extended for council and active staff members
It looks like council and active staff members here will be getting benefits just a bit longer. On…
Celebration turns into controversy under scrutiny of Erin mayor
In most cases, a retirement party for a long-time staff member is about remembering the good times…
KIPP announces new project manager
The Kitchen in the Park Project (KIPP) has named Staci Barron project manager for the non-profit…
Wellington North threatens lawsuit
A resident who successfully challenged a bid by Wellington North council to retroactively bring in…
Driving through Drayton
Im one of those guys that said, Piss on this, Im not farming, John Varty recalls with a smile.…
County prefers locally owned hydro supplier for hospital lands
Fergus and Elora have had their own hydro providers for decades - but what about the growth areas…
Mayor’s Report: Policy concerns
As Mayor - Head of Council under sections 225 and 226.1 of the Municipal Act, I am required to…
Township declares tower lands available for sale
For generations it provided a large part of Fergus with water. Now the property at 210 Forfar…
Catholic board obtains five eco-school awards
Five schools in the Wellington Catholic District School Board have become Ontario Eco-school…
Truly for couch potatoes
This grass sofa at Geddes and Church Streets in Elora is truly fit for growing things - even if it…
Top five things to do for trees this season
The Urban Forest Stewardship Network is calling on residents to help local…