ELORA – Aug. 23 saw a day of weightlifting and world records broken in Elora at the RT Health Company, where the True North True Strength open championships were held.
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Conestogo Dam rehabilitation project continues
MAPLETON – As part of its ongoing maintenance program, the Grand River Conservation Authority (GRCA) is continuing a comprehensive project to restore the concrete of the Conestogo Dam.
Lace up for a cause: annual Parkinson’s walk is slated for Sept. 6 at Fergus sportsplex
FERGUS – Neighbours, families, and teams across Wellington-Dufferin will gather at the Centre Wellington Community Sportsplex on Sept. 6 for the annual Walk for Parkinson’s.
Centre Wellington Singers welcome new director, new members
CENTRE WELLINGTON – Centre Wellington Singers (CWS) is on the lookout for people who love to sing to join the choir.
We Choose Local donates to Guelph Wish Fund for Children
GUELPH – Guelph online marketplace, We Choose Local, donated $1,000 to the Guelph Wish Fund for Children on July 31.
Township holding community engagement workshops as it develops strategy
CENTRE WELLINGTON – From Sept. 8 to 11, the township will be hosting a series of community workshops designed to strengthen connections and gather valuable input from residents.
The right tree in the right spot: how trees are working for farms
WELLINGTON COUNTY – In the rolling fields of southwestern Ontario, farmers are turning to an age-old ally to boost productivity and protect their land: trees.
Public invited to comment on federal housing program
GUELPH – As the federal government strives to find a solution to affordable housing across the country, the newly formed federal organization, Build Canada Homes, is seeking input from Canadians.
Century Church Theatre presents The Melville Boys
HILLSBURGH - Starting Sept. 7, Century Church Theatre, starts their 2025/2026 season with The Melville Boys, a dramedy by celebrated Canadian playwright, Norm Foster.
Tom Wilson named 2025 Creative Roots Artist of the Year
ELORA – Canadian musician, author and visual artist Tom Wilson has been named the 2025 Creative Roots Artist of the Year at Riverfest Elora.
Palmerston Fair a popular spot on weekend
PALMERSTON – The Palmerston Fair kicked off its weekend celebrations with a well attended parade on Aug. 22.
Basketball officials needed in county, Guelph
WELLINGTON COUNTY – As the game of basketball booms across Canada, the need for referees is expanding rapidly in Guelph and the county, states the Guelph Board of Approved Basketball Officials (GBABO).
Plant hardiness zones across Canada shift, including in county
WELLINGTON COUNTY – It may be time for local gardeners to reconsider what they can plant.
Water conservation urged throughout Grand River watershed
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Water users throughout the Grand River watershed are being asked to cut their consumption by 10 per cent, due to dry conditions as a result of low precipitation and high air temperatures this summer.
Upper Grand school board accepting applications to fill vacant trustee position
GUELPH – The Upper Grand District School Board is accepting submissions to fill the vacant trustee position representing the City of Guelph (Ward 6) and the Township of Puslinch for the remainder of the term of office ending November 14, 2026.