WELLINGTON COUNTY –Local schools are open today despite the province-wide strike by Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) education workers.
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Education workers in Wellington County set to strike Friday
WELLINGTON COUNTY - Education workers at the Upper Grand District School Board and the Wellington Catholic District School Board will strike on Nov. 4, CUPE Local 256 president Bill Foster has confirmed to the Wellington Advertiser.
County opts for quick transition to producer responsibility for recycling
GUELPH – The County of Wellington will opt out of recycling collection at the first opportunity, as the provincially-mandated switch to full producer responsibility for collection and processing continues toward a 2025 deadline.
Annual Veteran’s Day Panel a powerful lesson in Remembrance for students
GUELPH – It’s one thing to read about our nation’s history at times of war, but it’s another lesson entirely to hear the lived experiences of those who have faced war or are actively serving their country in times of conflict.
Remembrance Day services return to normal this year
WELLINGTON COUNTY - There are plenty of Remembrance Day services on offer this year and local Legions welcome everyone to attend – a stark change from the past few years, where in-person attendance was discouraged, and services were pared back to a minimum.
Spooky fun had at the Halloween Haunt hosted by Harriston Rising
A Halloween Haunt hosted by Harriston Rising on Oct. 28 attracted over 300 people to the community’s downtown core for a night of trick or treating, games and entertainment.
Council conditionally approves minor variance, requires easement
MINTO – Council here has conditionally approved a minor variance to allow a reduced front yard setback on a partially constructed duplex on Queen Street in Harriston.
Youth airlifted to hospital after Mapleton farm accident
MAPLETON – A 15-year-old was airlifted to hospital with a serious leg injury following a farm accident here on Oct. 29.
Police beat: Pedestrian struck
ARTHUR – On Oct. 26, emergency crews responded to a report of a collision involving a pickup…
Minto Arts Council holds silent auction
HARRISTON - The Minto Arts Council is hosting its annual Christmas Silent Auction.
Mount Forest Lions make donation to support Mount Forest Patriots
Patriot support – Mount Forest Legion Branch 134 president Ken Thompson presented Mount…
Erin’s inaugural Witches Walk a fundraiser for East Wellington Community Services
Bewitching – Erinites got an early taste of Halloween last Friday, thanks to a horde of community…
Mapleton Township resident upset road repaving bumped from budget
MAPLETON – A resident of Sideroad 6 is upset the road has been bumped from the township’s 2022 repaving budget and told council he is considering moving due to ongoing issues with dust and other concerns.
Arthur Optimist Club held Halloween treat bag giveaway
Trick-or-treat – The Arthur Optimist Club held its annual Halloween treat bag giveaway on…
100 Women Who Care-Rural Wellington supported three local hospital foundations
These women care - The September 2022 meeting of 100 Women Who Care - Rural Wellington was held at the Arthur and Area Community Centre.