WELLINGTON COUNTY – The Blue Box Program in Ontario is changing. The new program will replace the current municipal Blue Box Program and will transition from municipal responsibility to a full-producer responsibility system. In Wellington County, the transition will begin on July 1 and will be in
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Walk for Alzheimer’s surpasses goal, raises $145,000 for local services
WELLINGTON COUNTY – The Alzheimer Society Waterloo Wellington (ASWW) has announced the 2025 IG Wealth Management Walk for Alzheimer’s has raised $145,547. On May 24 the event brought together over 275 participants in Guelph, Cambridge, Kitchener and Mount Forest. Donations are still coming in, and
Credit Valley Conservation launches Watershed Characterization Report
MISSISSAUGA – Credit Valley Conservation (CVC) has released its Watershed Plan Characterization Report—an important step forward in collaborative and science-based environmental planning across one of Ontario’s most rapidly growing regions.
Guelph Public Library announces Teen ETCH Creative Writing Contest winners
GUELPH – The Guelph Public Library, in partnership with Vocamus Writers Community, has announced the results and achievements of this year’s Teen ETCH Creative Writing Contest.
Police beat: Fergus man charged in two-vehicle crash in Mapleton
MAPLETON – A Fergus resident has been charged with careless driving in connection with a two-vehicle collision southwest of Alma on Monday.
Elmira Theatre Company receives eight awards for Forever Love
ELMIRA – Elmira Theatre Company (ETC) would like to thank its patrons, sponsors, partners and members “for an amazing 2024-2025 theatre season.”
Optimists host annual fishing derby
ARTHUR – The Arthur Optimists held their annual Fishing Derby at Burns’ Family Pond on June 14.
EWFHT workshops in July, August
ROCKWOOD – The East Wellington Family Health Team (EWFHT) are hosting free workshops throughout July and August.
Mason Capital donates $10,000 to BBBS
ELORA – The Mason Capital Inc. team from Elora, along with sponsors, hosted a Poker Run for charity on June 13.
Immigrant survey now live online
GUELPH – The Guelph Wellington Local Immigration Partnership (GWLIP) is urging eligible individuals to complete an online survey.
361 Lorne Scots Royal Canadian Army Cadet Corps passed their third inspection
FERGUS – 361 Lorne Scots Royal Canadian Army Cadet Corps located in Fergus passed their third inspection at an event at the Fergus sportsplex on June 14.
West Luther 4-H Field Crops club tours fertilizer plant
HARRISTON – West Luther 4-H Field Crops club is enjoying another year of tours and meetings.
Elora Rocks Lawn Bowling Club host Mountjoy Financial Tournament
ELORA – The Elora Rocks Lawn Bowling Club hosted the Mountjoy Financial Tournament on June 7.
Elora’s Longest Barbecue set for July 29
ELORA – Food Day Canada executive director Jeff Stewart has revealed details about the upcoming Elora’s Longest Barbecue.
Breaking ground for Drayton Wastewater Treatment Plant lagoons
MAPLETON – Mapleton council and staff joined representatives from Graham Capital, Cima and the Ontario Clean Water Agency on June 11 at the Drayton Wastewater Treatment Plant lagoons for a ceremonial groundbreaking.