ELORA – A huge century-old silver maple on the grounds of the St. Mary Immaculate and St.…
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Fire department attends numerous CO calls, reminds people to clean/test carbon monoxide alarms
CENTRE WELLINGTON – Since Jan. 1 Centre Wellington Fire Rescue has responded to several carbon monoxide (CO) calls, most of which were false readings.
10th annual Run for Women supports women’s mental health
WATERLOO – The Canadian Mental Health Association Waterloo Wellington and Shoppers Drug Mart recently announced the 10th annual “Love You” Shoppers Drug Mart Run for Women.
Police Beat: Rockwood driver, Guelph business charged
FERGUS – On April 15 at about 2pm a Wellington County OPP officer initiated a traffic stop on a…
Extensive damage after car hits washroom building
FERGUS – On April 18 Wellington County OPP responded to a single-vehicle collision on Belsyde…
OPP charge close to 1,400 with seatbelt violations; over 40 in Wellington County
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Local police issued 43 tickets for seatbelt violations during a safe driving campaign over the Easter long weekend (April 15 to 18).
German stallion Feinrich to stand at Lookout Farm with trainer Janet Konyer
CENTRE WELLINGTON – It’s been a long journey, but the renowned German-born stallion Feinrich will soon arrive at his future home: Lookout Farm near Belwood.
While IPCC sounds the alarm on climate change, CVC is well positioned to help the community adapt
MISSISSAUGA – The United Nations Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) sounded the alarm in their recent report on climate change impacts, adaptation and vulnerability, released Feb. 28.
Cash tribute act takes stage in Fergus
Johnny Cash – The man in black “Johnny Cash” and wife “June Cash” paid a visit to the…
Centre Wellington Wrestling Club athlete first-ever to represent club, wins bronze
Wrestling club – Elora resident Wyatt Downey was the first athlete to ever compete for the Centre…
Government spends more than $379 million to support Canadians living in LTC in Ontario
ONTARIO – As Canadians recover from the COVID-19 pandemic, Government of Canada officials say they are looking to address the existing challenges that were made worse for many Canadians, including those living in long-term care (LTC) homes.
Drayton Entertainment announces Youth Academy National Youth Week events
WATERLOO – In honour of National Youth Week, running annually in May, the Drayton Entertainment Youth Academy is presenting events aimed at connecting young people with arts and culture.
Fergus artist selling sunflower watercolour to support Ukraine
Watercolour – Lorraine McDonald is selling this sunflower watercolour. All proceeds will be…
Emmanuel Christian High School students win high honours at Royal Canadian Legion competition
Fergus Legion – The Royal Canadian Legion annually sponsors a province wide competition for high…
Countdown is on for Girls Can Fly event at local flight centre
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Waterloo Wellington Flight Centre (WWFC) is pleased to announce it will be holding its annual Girls Can Fly event on May 14 from 10am to 4pm.