FERGUS – A nostalgic journey back to the 70s and 80s brought back a lot of memories for the audience at the Fergus Grand Theatre on May 29.
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Lost shotgun found, turned in to police
MAPLETON – Police issued a public safety warning after someone lost a shotgun here.
100 Women Who Care Centre Wellington donate to Winter Wear Program
CENTRE WELLINGTON – On May 28, 100 Women Who Care Centre Wellington presented a cheque for $12,700 to the Community Resource Centre (CRC) of North and Centre Wellington, in support of its Winter Wear Program.
Volunteers help plant pollinator garden at Elora Centre for the Arts
ELORA – Many volunteers came out on May 24 to help plant a pollinator garden at the Elora Centre for the Arts.
United Church celebrates 100 years: Rockwood’s historical timeline
ROCKWOOD – The United Church of Canada is celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2025, and the Advertiser will be featuring local United churches/congregations throughout the year.
Erin Hill Acres launches into summer with upcoming events
ERIN – Erin Hill Acres is kicking off the summer season with two events that officials say will bring music, wellness, and community celebration to the rolling hills of Erin.
Taylor Swift tribute show coming to Kitchener July 5
KITCHENER – A Tribute to the Eras of Taylor Swift Music has announced its debut visit to Canada this year with 12 lucky venues, including Centre In The Square, hosting the show this Summer July 5 at 7:30pm.
WHSS presents Any Time, Any Place by Rebekah McDougall
MOUNT FOREST – The Wellington Heights Secondary School (WHSS) drama club has been working hard on this year’s musical Any Time, Any Place, officials say.
Fergus Lions Club hosts home show
FERGUS – The Fergus Lions Club hosted its annual Home and Leisure Show at the Fergus sportsplex May 28.
Wellington County Museum and Archives to host annual Strawberry Festival
WELLINGTON COUNTY – The Wellington County Museum and Archives (WCMA) will host the second annual Strawberry Festival on June 21 from 12 to 4pm.
Maclean Hann named Citizen of the Year at Awards of Excellence
ELORA – Elora resident and business owner Maclean Hann was named Citizen of the Year at the Centre Wellington Chamber of Commerce Awards of Excellence.
Union asks school board to call for increased provincial funding
GUELPH – There is a funding crisis in Ontario’s education system, union officials say.
Town of Erin cracking down on non-compliant developers
ERIN – Town officials here are expressing frustration with developers who ignore the municipality’s zoning rules.
Thousands of country fans flood Meadows Music Festival
FERGUS – The field behind the Centre Wellington Community Sportsplex in Fergus was rocking on May 30 with the Meadows Music Festival, which drew big crowds and big-name artists.
School board has raised more than $2.5 million for Terry Fox Foundation
GUELPH – Over the years, the Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB) has raised more than $2.5 million for the Terry Fox Foundation across all its schools.