GUELPH – Wellington County’s tax levy for 2024 would increase by 4.8 per cent under latest budget proposal before county council.
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UGDSB working towards site plan approval for new schools in Fergus, Guelph
FERGUS – A public elementary school for about 300 pupils located at Kirvan Street and Elliot Avenue East is slated to open in September 2025.
Puslinch residents receive 2023 Luella Logan award, scholarship
GUELPH – A former Puslinch council member and a current political science student from the township were recognized with an award and a scholarship named for female pioneer in local government.
Graffiti spree through Fergus causes frustration for businesses, residents
FERGUS – Wellington OPP have identified six youths allegedly responsible for a spree of graffiti in Fergus over the weekend of Nov. 24 to 26 and are looking for more suspects.
Puslinch to begin recruiting for new fire chief
PUSLINCH – The Township of Puslinch is looking for a new fire chief.
‘Bio nets’ make real Christmas trees really sustainable
PUSLINCH – What could be more environmentally sustainable than getting a real Christmas tree as opposed to an artificial one? Getting a real tree that’s wrapped in biodegradable netting and not the usual plastic netting, Alison McCrindle says.
Google, federal government arrive at $100-million funding agreement for news publishers
OTTAWA – Google and the federal government have reached an agreement for an annual contribution of $100 million to compensate Canadian news media companies.
Mount Forest man avoids prison following deadly Highway 6 crash
GUELPH – A Mount Forest man charged with driving offences that resulted in the February death of Sharmila Jeyaruban has been handed a fine and a two-year driving prohibition following a joint Crown-defence sentencing recommendation.
Student volunteers at University of Guelph create Holiday Giving Guide
GUELPH – The Holiday Giving Guide offers valuable information for people looking to support local charities and non-profits this holiday season.
Give the gift of mental health this season
GUELPH – They say there’s nothing more valuable than your health.
Keira Healey wins gold with Ontario Red at nationals in Dawson Creek, BC
ARTHUR – Keira Healey from Arthur played with Team Ontario Red and won gold in the Canadian Junior Hockey Nationals in early November.
Mount Forest resident wins $140,000 Catch the Ace jackpot
ABOYNE – The Fergus Elora Rotary Club held its 49th weekly Catch the Ace draw on Nov. 12 and drew Tena Stortz’s name out of a drum containing 6,760 ballots.
Growing number of county residents relying on support from food banks
WELLINGTON COUNTY – The Advertiser interviewed representatives from each Wellington County food bank and volunteers solemnly reported that need continues to increase.
Groups partner with school board for ThinkAG Career Competition
ELORA – Grade 8 and 9 students from across the Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB) explored a variety of career pathways in Ontario’s agriculture and agri-food sector at an event here last week.
Picture books feature Rockwood Conservation Area, Farmers’ Santa Claus Parade of Lights
ROCKWOOD – Vanessa Ireson’s picture books give children a chance to see their hometown in a different light.