HARRISTON – A merger between two local farm cooperatives has been approved.
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County passes bylaw designating nine Community Safety Zones
GUELPH – Nine Community Safety Zones are set to go into effect on roads around Wellington County later this spring. A bylaw approved by council designates road segments where enhanced fines can be levied for speeding and other traffic offences.
Housing, child care, defence, deficit identified by local politicians as main budget concerns
WELLINGTON COUNTY – A 2022 federal budget heavy on measures aimed at calming a skyrocketing housing market was tabled by finance minister Chrystia Freeland on April 7.
Couple starts fund to tackle health inequities – beginning with food
CENTRE WELLINGTON – Husband and wife team Dr. Peter McPhedran and Susan McPhedran have started a Health Equity Impact Fund with the Centre Wellington Community Foundation and they hope others with the means will consider donating as well.
Important dates for the 2022 municipal election
WELLINGTON COUNTY – As the 2022 municipal election nears, it may be time for prospective candidates to mark some important dates in their calendars.
Mad about plaid on Tartan Day in Fergus
Tartan time – Fergus celebrated Tartan Day on April 10, putting its Scottish heritage on display.…
Ground-breaking ceremony held at future Brent Barnes Memorial Skatepark
Breaking ground – Lions Club members, township officials and a local youth marked the…
Drayton and District Skating Club held its Skating Showcase
Skating Showcase – The Drayton and District Skating Club held its end-of-year Skating Showcase on…
Police beat: Woman assaulted officer: OPP
MOUNT FOREST – A Guelph woman faces assault charges following an incident here earlier this month.
‘Fair’ weather in the forecast for Aberfoyle
ABERFOYLE – Organizers are pleased to announce the Aberfoyle Fall Fair is back. The fair is slated for Sept. 9 and 10 and will be held at the Puslinch Community Centre.
Crime Stoppers: videos illustrate reality of trafficking, sex assault
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Crime Stoppers Guelph Wellington (CSGW) officials say new videos on human trafficking and sexual assault help urge victims to take advantage of supports and encourage others to report the crimes.
Man facing driving charges after lengthy investigation
GUELPH – A Puslinch man faces several driving charges after a lengthy Guelph Police Service investigation into repeated driving complaints.
Centre Wellington Fusion U10A team wins OMHA championship
Champs – The Centre Wellington Fusion U10A team has won the Ontario Minor Hockey Association…
EMWF presents ‘Imaginations Ignite!’ event series for schools
EDEN MILLS – With the support of the Canada Council for the Arts, the Eden Mills Writers’ Festival (EMWF) presents Imaginations Ignite!, a national online event series for schools inviting students to explore worlds beyond their own.
Easter Bunny Brunch held in Erin
Bunny Brunch – With Easter right around the corner, the Easter Bunny Brunch was back in Erin on…