CENTRE WELLINGTON – Five people were injured, at least one seriously, in a two-vehicle crash here on Wednesday.
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Drayton Entertainment announces new ‘Backstage Pass’ digital series
CAMBRIDGE – Drayton Entertainment is hoping to keep audiences connected and entertained amid another shutdown with its digital streaming series Backstage Pass.
Province approves new elementary school in north Fergus
FERGUS – The provincial government has approved a proposal from the Upper Grand District School Board for a new elementary school expected to be located in north Fergus. Perth-Wellington MPP Randy Pettapiece announced on Jan. 13 the province is providing $8.5 million for the new school.
Who cares? These folks do and they show it hundreds of ways
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Designed as a quick and easy fundraiser combined with some social time, it’s rather astounding that three 100 Men/Women Who Care organizations in Wellington County have continued to meet and make donations during the pandemic.
North Wellington briefs: Trivia fundraisers coming up
MINTO - The Minto Farmers Market will host another of its popular online trivia nights on Jan. 14.
Public trails at Guelph Lake closed for construction
GUELPH – The public trails adjacent to the Speed River, between Victoria Road North and the Guelph Lake Dam, will be closed beginning Jan. 13, for the purpose of improving trail accessibility.
Vehicle linked to break-in?
WELLINGTON NORTH – On Nov. 14 Wellington County OPP responded to a break-in at a residence on…
Festive RIDE campaign results
ORILLIA – Officials say 655 people were charged with impaired driving during the OPP’s Festive…
Homeowner could face fine for illegal burn
PUSLINCH – A resident here could be facing $1,500 in fines after an illegal burn saw the Puslinch fire department pay a visit on Jan. 8.
Outdoor skating popular at Optimist Recreation Centre in Puslinch
Public skate – With little else to do because of COVID-19 restrictions, skating was very…
Taking to the hill at the Wellington County Museum and Archives
Ready for take off – Members of the McNicol family of Fergus – Declan, 8, Keagan, 6, and…
SIU clears Wellington OPP officer after man’s ankle broken during arrest
GUELPH/ERAMOSA – Ontario Special Investigations Unit (SIU) director Joseph Martino has declined to press criminal charges against a Wellington OPP officer after a 46 year-old man’s ankle was broken during a scuffle with officers last year.
Bryan’s Auctions issues business-to-business challenge to donate to local charities
PUSLINCH – Ken Lillycrop is encouraging businesses that are able, to donate to local charities.
Students back in classrooms after snow storm delays return
WELLINGTON COUNTY - As in-person learning returns after delay following winter break, area school boards are navigating education and challenges of Omicron.
Pandemic getting to you? Experts offer advice on managing your mental health
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Just when it seemed we were close to finished this marathon of a pandemic, the Omicron variant has moved the finish line. And that has left many people feeling exhausted, exasperated, and ready to throw in the towel.