PITTSBURGH – Brock McGinn is ready to enter a new phase of his NHL career. The Fergus native recently signed a four-year, $11-million contract with the Pittsburgh Penguins.
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Province releases COVID-19 guidelines for return to school this fall
TORONTO – The province released a 29-page document providing high-level guidance to school boards for a return to in-person leaning this fall.
Public health reporting 13 new COVID-19 cases in region over long weekend
WELLINGTON COUNTY - Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health (WDGPH) is reporting 13 new COVID-19 cases over the long weekend (July 31 to Aug. 2). The region’s active case count now sits at 21.
OPP investigating singe-vehicle crash that left motorcyclist dead
ERIN – Police are investigating a single-vehicle crash here that left an Acton motorcyclist dead. On July 31 at about 3:35pm, emergency crews responded to the 2nd Line near Sideroad 17 in Erin where a motorcycle left the road.
Firefighters respond to tubing accident at Elora Gorge over long weekend
ELORA – Centre Wellington Fire and Rescue Services responded to a rope rescue call at Elora Gorge late Monday afternoon after a woman was injured in a tubing accident.
Kitchener man charged in fatal crash on weekend
CENTRE WELLINGTON – A Kitchener man has been charged in connection with a serious crash here that left one person dead and two others seriously injured.
Group continues to look at ways to address concerns about Erin wastewater plant
ERIN – In response to ongoing concerns with the Town of Erin’s wastewater treatment plant, the Coalition for the West Credit River has proposed an alternative plan to the plant that would see an underground filtration process.
Improvements coming to Highway 6, Wellington Road 22 intersection
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Improvements to the intersection of Highway 6 and Wellington Road 22 are expected in 2023. Officials say the work will include traffic signals and left-hand turn lanes.
It never stopped helping, but it’s been a tough year for Women in Crisis
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Guelph-Wellington Women in Crisis has continued to serve its clientele during the pandemic, but it’s been a rocky road, says the organization’s executive director.
Live music returns to Wellington County Museum with summer concert series
ABOYNE – Three performance dates remain in return of summer concert series at Wellington County Museum, which was cancelled last year.
County invites stakeholder input on Flax Bridge EA
MAPLETON – The County of Wellington is inviting input from stakeholders on a Schedule B Municipal Class Environmental Assessment for the Flax Bridge on Wellington Road 11.
Shine Your Light Sunflower Tour to raise funds for Palmerston hospital
MAPLETON – The second Shine Your Light Sunflower Tour will take place Aug. 14. This year's event will also feature a two, five or 10 km run/walk option.
Main Street South in Rockwood to be closed for five weeks
ROCKWOOD – A portion of Main Street South (Highway 7) in Rockwood will be closed for road repair and watermain replacement.
Local hospitals appoint Angela Stanley new president, CEO
MOUNT FOREST – North Wellington Health Care (NWHC) and Groves Memorial Community Hospital (GMCH) officials have announced the appointment of a new president and chief executive officer. Angela Stanley take over from Stephen Street, who is retiring, on Sept. 20.
Donating blood is in their blood: family members make first, 101st donations
FERGUS – An aunt and niece duo made a little history at the blood donor clinic at the Fergus Legion last week.