GUELPH - Guelph’s COVID-19 assessment centre is moving from the Victoria Road Recreation Centre to 400 Southgate Drive, and will remain there until the pandemic ends, officials say.
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New start date announced for Wellington Catholic school year
GUELPH - The staggered entry for Wellington Catholic District School Board (WCDSB) will now begin on Sept. 10, two days later than originally planned.
OPP sergeant’s wife faces additional charges, including extortion
WELLINGTON COUNTY – The wife of an OPP sergeant previously charged with obstructing justice now faces three more charges, including extortion.
Community Living’s executive director set to retire in December
GUELPH – Laura Hanley arrived at Community Living Guelph Wellington (CLGW) when the agency was in…
Wellington Water Watchers launch #TapItForGood campaign
GUELPH - In its quest to persuade the Ontario government to end the issuing of water-taking permits to water bottling companies, Wellington Water Watchers has launched its #TapitForGood campaign.
UGDSB changes plan for staggered start to school year
GUELPH – The Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB) has altered its staggered entry plan for students returning to class.
Meals on Wheels to resume service in Clifford on Sept. 2
CLIFFORD – For the first time in more than five months, Clifford Community Meals on Wheels will soon be offering meal deliveries.
It’s harvest time: Backyard Bounties links consumers to farms and fresh, local food
ARTHUR – The virtual farmer’s market lists farms in southern Ontario with links to their websites.
Elora Community Theatre presents ‘Love Letters’ this weekend in Bissell Park
ELORA – Production is a fundraiser for ECT, starring Centre Wellington mayor, and aims to encourage the re-opening of cultural events in the community.
Police again calling for clues about woman found dead in 2005
GUELPH-ERAMOSA – What happened 15 years ago to an unidentified woman found dead at a roadside picnic/rest area on Highway 7 between Guelph and Rockwood remains a mystery.
Turkey farmers recognize essential workers at processing plants
ARTHUR – Turkey Farmers of Ontario (TFO) representatives served complimentary boxed lunches to employees of Golden Valley Farms in Arthur on Aug. 27 to thank them for their efforts throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.
Public health posts notice of health information privacy breach
GUELPH – The local health unit has posted a notice of a privacy breach that occurred on its public website between January and May of this year. "At no time were the names of clients exposed, however, it was possible to view certain kinds of personal information and personal health information."
Final liaison meeting on Centre Wellington Tier 3 Water Budget Study is Sept. 2
CENRTE WELLINGTON – The sixth, and final, Community Liaison Group (CLG) meeting on the Centre Wellington Tier 3 Water Budget Study will be held online on Sept. 2 at 6:30pm.
Township encouraging residents to shop, dine locally for ‘Canada United’ weekend
CENTRE WELLINGTON – Township officials here are encouraging local residents to take part in a…
COVID-19 outbreak declared at Guelph retirement home
GUELPH - Public health officials have declared a COVID-19 outbreak at The Village of Arbour Trails Retirement Home.