PUSLINCH – Standard Broadband Limited is expanding its fibre internet network in Puslinch. The Canadian-based telecommunications carrier is currently installing fibre internet cable in the eastern portion of the township, near Morriston and Arkell.
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Fergus resident part of cake collaboration for anniversary of George Floyd’s death
FERGUS – Kellie Barclay was the only Canadian to participate in an international cake collaboration recognizing the one year anniversary of the death of George Floyd.
County seeks comments on solutions for four old bridges near Arthur
WELLINGTON NORTH – The County of Wellington is seeking public input on an environmental assessment study of potential solutions to resolve the poor condition of four bridges southeast of Arthur.
Mercer: WDGPH region should hit 70% vaccination rate by end of June
WELLINGTON COUNTY – While local COVID-19 vaccination rates may lag behind the provincial average for now, the region is on target for a first-dose vaccination rate of 70 per cent by the end of June, with about 20% of residents fully vaccinated by the same date, says Medical Officer of Health Dr. Nic
Rockwood Farmer’s Market kicks off season June 9
ROCKWOOD – The annual Rockwood Farmer’s Market begins June 9 and will be open every Wednesday, 4pm to 7pm, through to Oct. 7, marking the seventh year for the market, and its second year at Rockmosa Park.
Elora Centre for the Arts receives $25,000 Healthy Communities Initiative grant
ELORA – The Elora Centre for the Arts (ECFTA) will receive a $25,000 grant through Infrastructure Canada’s Healthy Communities Initiative program.
Local business donating scrap metal proceeds to support EWCS food bank
ERIN – Sanderson Disposal is taking scrap metal donated from the community and delivering the proceeds to the East Wellington Community Services (EWCS) food bank to aid in food costs.
Who is Jack R. MacDonald? And why did he donate to Elora?
ELORA – Jack R. MacDonald was a long-standing donor to the former village of Elora and for decades provided funds that have positively impacted the community throughout the years.
Government rules no further assessment required for Erin wastewater plant
ERIN – The Minister of Environment and Climate Change has ruled no further assessment is required at the federal level for the Town of Erin’s proposed wastewater treatment plant.
Centre Wellington council approves road projects, sportsplex improvements, parking bylaw enforcement
ELORA – It’s road repair season and Centre Wellington will see $835,000 worth of asphalt laid this summer through four major projects.
Mobile addiction clinic comes to county
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Stonehenge Therapeutic Community has launched a new Mobile Rapid Access Addiction Medicine (RAAM) Clinic.
Gomes: open-air burn will cost Puslinch property owner
PUSLINCH – A Puslinch resident will be receiving a hefty fine after exceeding the limits of an open-air burn permit on May 21.
Grey Wellington Theatre Guild creates virtual show
MINTO – Unable to take to the stage due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Grey Wellington Theatre Guild…
Mapleton planning funding application for major arena makeover
MAPLETON – Plans for a major makeover of the PMD arena in Drayton were discussed during the May 25 township council meeting.
St. James Anglican Church host rain barrel fundraiser
Rain barrel fundraiser – A rain barrel fundraiser was held at St. James Anglican Church on May 21…