GUELPH – Wellington Catholic District School Board (WCDSB) trustees acclaimed Vikki Dupuis as board chair and Marino Gazzola as vice chair on Nov. 17.
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ECFTA invites community to new atrium
ELORA – The Elora Centre for the Arts is welcoming the community into its newly renovated atrium for a limited-time, hands-on art experience.
Hospice Wellington to host Retro Royal fundraiser
GUELPH – On Feb. 19, Hospice Wellington will host its 70s Retro Royal fundraiser presented by Andra Arnold and Associates.
Enhanced GO Train service includes weekend stops in Kitchener, Guelph, Acton, Georgetown
FERGUS – Expansion of GO Train service along the Kitchener line to include weekend trips from Kitchener to Union Station might entice travellers in Wellington County to take the train rather than drive.
LifeLabs donates $10,000 to Guelph-Wellington Women in Crisis
GUELPH – LifeLabs donated $10,000 to Guelph-Wellington Women in Crisis on International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women (Nov. 25).
Fergus parade has fairy tale theme
FERGUS – With construction of the southern portion of St. David Street complete, the Fergus Santa Claus Parade returns to its original route this year.
Credit Valley Conservation board of directors announces new CAO
MISSISSAUGA – Credit Valley Conservation (CVC)chair Michael Palleschi has announced Terri LeRoux has been appointed the authority’s new chief administrative officer and secretary/treasurer, effective Nov. 3.
Centre Wellington Minor Softball Association donates to The Children’s Foundation of Guelph and Wellington County
CENTRE WELLINGTON – The Centre Wellington Minor Softball Association holds an annual three pitch tournament in Elora in honour of a former volunteer who passed away.
Enbridge, Grand Valley fire department partner on Safe Community Project Zero
GRAND VALLEY – On Nov. 4, Enbridge Gas Ontario and the Grand Valley and District Fire Department worked together to improve home safety and attempt to bring fire and carbon monoxide-related deaths down to zero.
Groves volunteers hold annual Christmas market
FERGUS – Volunteers who run the gift shop at Groves Memorial Community Hospital held their annual Christmas market on Nov. 20 and 21, and said they did a brisk business over the two days.
Elora Rocks Lawn Bowling Club awards singles competition winners
ELORA – The Elora Rocks Lawn Bowling Club held its annual singles competition throughout the season.
Double your impact this Giving Tuesday – become a kitchen champion
WELLINGTON COUNTY – This Giving Tuesday, Dec. 2, Hospice Wellington is inviting the public to be part of the Barzotti Giving Tuesday Challenge.
Highland dancers take on busy season
FERGUS – Dancers from the Blue Bonnet Lassies School of Highland Dance have been busy this fall with competitions across Ontario.
Elora Singers announce upcoming concerts
ELORA – The Elora Singers are ready to usher in the holiday season with a lineup of concerts and festive offerings, including performances of Handel’s Messiah and the Festival of Carols, and gift options such as CDs and tickets to 2026 concerts.
Federal budget narrowly passes
OTTAWA – The federal budget survived a 170-168 confidence vote in the House of Commons on Nov. 17.