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.
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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.
Police issue safety tips after bear spotted in Erin
ERIN - A black bear was caught on camera checking out bird feeders and perusing the area of Pine Ridge Road in Erin on July 16.
Crossing guards coming to four intersections in September
CENTRE WELLINGTON – There will be improvements to four intersections in the township including hiring crossing guards. Council approved the recommendation at its July 14 meeting.
Oil spill confirmed in Grand River in Fergus
FERGUS – An oil spill was discovered last week on the Grand River near the area of St. Andrew Street East and Gartshore Street.
Alcohol sales suspended at Goofie Newfie following sexual assault case
FERGUS – The taps have stopped flowing at the Goofie Newfie in downtown Fergus following an order from the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario.
Wellington North, Minto to receive Connecting Link funding from province
PERTH-WELLINGTON – Minto and Wellington North will receive a share of $4.7 million in Connecting Links infrastructure funding announced on July 8 by Perth-Wellington MPP Matthew Rae.
Minto council approves new Harriston mural
MINTO – A Harriston mural is set for an upgrade after Minto council approved artist and mural agreements on July 8.