WELLINGTON COUNTY – Since May there have been several thefts of historical and bridge plaques.
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Hazardous waste depot now in Brucedale
WELLINGTON COUNTY – The Mobile Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Depot is moving to the Brucedale roads garage for the month of September.
Farm drainage business proposed on agricultural land
ELORA – The property owner at 6949 Wellington Road 7, just south of Alma, is seeking a zoning change to allow a farming-related business to set up shop.
Fergus Fall Fair yard display competition winner announced
FERGUS – The Herrlinger Family has won this year’s Fergus Fall Fair yard display competition with the display above on Wellington Road 18.
Elora Fergus Studio Tour returns this fall
CENTRE WELLINGTON – Have you ever wondered what an artist’s studio looks like? This is your chance to get a behind the scenes look at artists at work in their studios.
Guelph Musicfest announces two fall encore concerts
GUELPH – Guelph Musicfest announced two encore concerts this fall.
Robotics program could expand throughout Catholic school board
GUELPH – The robotics team at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic High School, Beaverworx Robotics, is well known for award-winning robots its students design and build.
Victorian aesthetic meets sci-fi at Fergus steampunk festival
Festival fun – The annual Fergus Cogs and Clockwork Steampunk Festival took place Sept. 6 as steampunk enthusiasts and curious onlookers filled Fergus’ downtown strip. The event featured over 50 vendors selling various wares including crafts, clothing and unique art pieces.
Dufferin Farm Tour runs rain or shine
DUFFERIN – The Dufferin Farm Tour, established in 1998 by a group of dedicated farmers, was created to bridge the gap between rural and urban communities.
Catholic school board hires Indigenous student support worker
GUELPH – Sylvia Kablutsiak is joining the Wellington Catholic District School Board as an Indigenous student support worker.
‘Gourd’ times to be had at this year’s Grand Valley Fall Fair
GRAND VALLEY – “Gourd” times are sure to be had at this year’s Grand Valley Fall Fair.
Police officer elbowed
GUELPH – A Puslinch man faces charges after a police officer was elbowed in the head during a recent arrest.
Mid-Day Music at Melville by Brad Halls returns to Fergus
FERGUS – The fourth season of the Mid-Day Music at Melville returns to Melville United Church on Oct. 1, from noon to 1pm.
Fergus Agricultural Society recognizes lifetime volunteers
FERGUS – The Fergus Agricultural Society has honoured three community members with lifetime memberships.
Classics line downtown Fergus for annual car show
Serious muscle – The 28th annual downtown Fergus car show, held by the Fergus Business Improvement Association, took place on Sept. 5 with over 100 vehicles displayed on St. Andrew Street.