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,
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Something to smile about: Tim Hortons Smile Cookie Campaign raises $191,000 for Children’s Foundation
GUELPH – Tim Hortons announced that a record-breaking $22.6 million was raised through the sales of Smile Cookies this year, supporting over 600 charities and community groups across Canada and in the United States.
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Art Gallery of Guelph launches summer season with 155,578
GUELPH – The Art Gallery of Guelph recently opened the exhibit 155,578, which brings together the work of 55 contemporary artists with strong ties to Guelph.
Moorefield Optimists’ annual Fishing Derby has record-breaking turnout
MAPLETON – The Moorefield Optimists held their annual Fishing Derby at Cosens’ Pond on May 31.
Conestogo Dam rehabilitation project continues into year two
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Expect lower water levels in the Conestogo Lake reservoir throughout the summer and fall.
Canada Post reporting significant financial losses
OTTAWA – The 2024 Canada Post report outlines financial loses last year that total $841 million before tax.
Athletes compete at Special Olympics track and field
ORANGEVILLE – Around 260 athletes and 260 peer helpers turned out to the Dufferin and North Wellington Special Olympics, hosted by the Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB) at Orangeville District Secondary School on May 21.
Ellis Chapel opens for weddings, services, concert
PUSLINCH – The volunteers and trustees have again opened Ellis Chapel for weddings, two services and a concert this summer.
Spring Rural Romp showcases north Wellington businesses
NORTH WELLINGTON – Taste Real’s Spring Rural Romp is a self-guided tour of farms, nurseries and food and beverage businesses in north Wellington.
Drayton Entertainment Youth Academy announces youth auditions and fall classes
WATERLOO – The Drayton Entertainment Youth Academy has announced youth auditions for upcoming productions.
Family thanks Joseph and Florence Chamberlain for deciding to come to Canada 100 years ago
ELORA – On April 22, 1925, Joseph and Florence Chamberlain arrived in Elora from Chilton Colliery, England with their 11 children in tow.
Gardeners beware: water restrictions may be in your future
ELORA – Centre Wellington has always had outdoor water use restrictions, says Dino Masiero, manager of water services and environmental sustainability.
Linamar donates $1 million to St. Joseph’s campaign
GUELPH – Linamar Corporation has announced a $1-million donation to St. Joseph’s Health Centre Guelph.
St. John Catholic School hosts and wins county schools baseball tournament
ARTHUR – St. Mary Catholic School from Elora competed against St. John Catholic School from Arthur on May 29 in the county schools baseball tournament in Arthur.