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ESM Farm Equipment Ltd. joins Equipment Ontario
WALLENSTEIN – ESM Farm Equipment will be joining the Equipment Ontario family, ensuring the continued legacy of New Holland equipment in the greater Wallenstein area.
Ballet Jörgen performing Midsummer Night’s Dream Jan. 11
GUELPH – The Dance Series, Ballet Jörgen – A Midsummer Night’s Dream is set to take the River Run Centre’s main stage on Jan. 11 at 2pm.
Man charged with sexual abuse, luring a child
GUELPH – A Guelph man faces several sexual assault and luring charges following an investigation involving a child. In August, a 12-year-old girl disclosed to police she met a man on social media.
Police beat: Wellington North resident targeted in ‘sextortion’ scam
WELLINGTON NORTH – Police are again warning residents about “sextortion” scams after a close call for a local victim.
Seniors gather for holiday lunch at Victoria Park Senior Centre
FERGUS – The Victoria Park Senior Centre held a holiday lunch on Dec. 17.
Salem resident and research scientist presented with the Order of Canada
OTTAWA – Salem resident and research scientist John Hirdes was presented with the Order of Canada medal, the country’s highest civilian honour, at a Dec. 11 induction ceremony in Ottawa.
Drayton resident navigates holiday grief through baking
DRAYTON – Baking has always been an activity filled with nostalgia and precious memories for Amelia Camilo.
New year brings expanded carbon monoxide alarm rules for homeowners, landlords
CENTRE WELLINGTON – A carbon monoxide alarm may not make it on anyone’s Christmas wish list, but come the new year, they’re required on every floor in many homes.
Experts offer tips on managing mental health issues, grief during holidays
WELLINGTON COUNTY – The holiday season can be filled with joy, laughter and love, but for some it can also be isolating, depressing and include pressures that negatively impact their mental health.
Food prices to rise 4 to 6% next year as food bank visits skyrocket: report
GUELPH – Whether it’s inflation, global conflict, energy costs, trade impediments or climate change – to name just some of the factors academics are blaming – one thing is for certain: food prices will continue to rise according to the 16th annual Canada's Food Price Report.
Children’s play space officially opens at county museum
ABOYNE – After almost 18 months, a children’s play space has officially opened at the Wellington County Museum and Archives.
Fergus resident represents Canada, wins silver at international ball hockey tournament
FERGUS – Richard Wigmore recently led the men’s Team Canada Ball Hockey Team to a silver medal at the world championships.
Arkells, Dallas Smith headlining Meadows Music Festival
FERGUS – Arkells and Dallas Smith are the headliners for Meadows Music Festival in Fergus on May 29 and 30 and in making the announcement on Dec. 16, organizer Collin McKinnon crossed two things off his bucket list.
Township exploring ways to reduce road salt use in winter
ELORA – Road salt damages roads, bridges, cars, shoes, pet paws, vegetation and, most importantly, drinking water, Centre Wellington council heard on Dec. 15.