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GRCA seeks feedback on proposed changes to agricultural policy
WELLINGTON COUNTY – The Grand River Conservation Authority (GRCA) is currently seeking feedback on proposed changes to its “Policies for the Administration of the Prohibited Activities, Exemptions and Permits Regulation 41/24” related to agricultural structures in the floodplain.
Culvert project to close county road until Aug. 5
WELLINGTON COUNTY- The County of Wellington Roads department will be completing a culvert replacement of Culvert C220010 located on Wellington Road 22, east of Highway 6, bordering Centre Wellington and Guelph/Eramosa.
Local dancers place at ScotDane Canada Championship
HARRISTON – Two local highland dancers recently travelled to the ScotDane Canada Championship Series (SDCCS) held in Ottawa that attracted over 1,000 dancers from across Canada and the world.
Elora Community Theatre presents The Merry Wives of Windsor
ELORA – Elora Community Theatre performed the first weekend of its annual outdoor Shakespeare show.
Police beat: Vehicle stolen overnight
ELORA – Police are investigating after a vehicle was stolen from a driveway here last week.
Family of land donor enters debate over Erin humane society’s fate
ERIN — The intent behind a historical land donation continues to be at the centre of a property dispute between the Town of Erin and its local humane society.
New crosswalk considered on George Street in Arthur
KENILWORTH – The Township of Wellington North is taking steps towards installing a crosswalk in Arthur, on George Street between Frederick and Charles Streets, where there is an existing mid-block pedestrian crossing.
Council approves six-unit, multi-tenant industrial building
MINTO – Town resident Johnny Garth plans to build a six-unit, multi-tenant industrial building in Palmerston – but first he needed council’s stamp of approval.
Police investigating after pedestrian struck by transport truck
GUELPH/ERAMOSA – A pedestrian was sent to hospital with life-threatening injuries after being hit by a transport truck early on Tuesday morning.
Township grants $200,000 interest-free loan to curling club
KENILWORTH – The Arthur and Area Curling Club will receive an interest-free five-year loan of $200,000 from the Township of Wellington North.
Minto municipal office closing for construction in August
MINTO – Clerk Annilene McRobb said the project involves work outside the building to improve drainage and to replace sidewalks and stairs.
Guelph/Eramosa opens six new beach volleyball courts
MARDEN – The project cost around $230,000, but was fully funded by Perpetual Motion Sports, an adult recreational sports league.
Jesuits Canada alleges former Guelph finance director embezzled millions
GUELPH – Jesuits Canada is suing its former finance director alleging he misappropriated at least $3.8 million from the organization.
Local dentist’s initiative takes off nationally
FERGUS – What began as a personal initiative of Dr. Raj Khanuja, has blossomed into a national initiative, where dentists offer free services to people in need.
