ELORA – It was a picture perfect afternoon for the 31st annual Industry Day at Grand River Raceway.
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Fergus native Brock McGinn signs with Pittsburgh Penguins
PITTSBURGH – Brock McGinn is ready to enter a new phase of his NHL career. The Fergus native recently signed a four-year, $11-million contract with the Pittsburgh Penguins.
Return to harness racing spurs industry optimism
WELLINGTON COUNTY - When horse people left for U.S. racetracks during provincial COVID-19 lockdowns, worry rippled across the harness racing industry about a permanent loss of drivers and horses. Homegrown talent has since returned spurring industry optimism about recovery.
Fergus native Patrick Anderson to lead Team Canada in return to Paralympics
FERGUS – A familiar face will be returning to Team Canada for the upcoming Paralympic Games in Tokyo. Fergus native Patrick Anderson was recently named to Canada’s wheelchair basketball team for the games, which will take place Aug. 24 to Sept. 5.
31st annual Industry Day will be celebrated back at the track
CENTRE WELLINGTON – The 31st annual Industry Day will welcome spectators back in full force on Aug. 2, as additional areas open at Grand River Raceway.
Spirit of Fergus Scottish Festival and Highland Games returns
ALMA – The Fergus Scottish Festival and Highland Games hosted a modified heavy events competition in hopes of bringing back some of the festival spirit to athletes and members of the community.
Industry Day returns to ‘historic feel’ on Aug. 2
ELORA – The Grand River Raceway will once again welcome spectators at its signature events on Industry Day next month.
Salem man sets Guinness World Record for Turkish get-ups
SALEM - Belinda and Chris Cox have given new meaning to the term “power couple.” The Salem couple each set a Guinness World Record for feats of strength and athleticism this year.
Puslinch lacrosse player earns academic accolade in NCAA
PUSLINCH – Joel Stevens, a student-athlete from Puslinch, has earned a spot on the Northeast Conference’s (NEC) academic honour roll. He plays on the Hobart Statesmen men’s lacrosse team.
Spectators to return to Grand River Raceway
ELORA – Spectators will return to the Grand River Raceway here on June 30. The raceway will initially welcome back 500 spectators during step two of the province's reopening plan.
Elora and District Skating Club wins Skate Ontario award
ELORA – The Elora and District Skating Club has won the 2020-21 Club Award from Skate Ontario. The award is rare for a small-town skating club to receive, officials say, noting the Elora club was recognized for its hard work and dedication to members during the pandemic.
Grand River Mustangs prepare for girls’ hockey season
CENTRE WELLINGTON – The Grand River Mustangs Girls’ Hockey Association is hoping to have a successful 2021/2022 season, making as many preparations as they can with changing COVID-19 regulations.
Blair Butchart named GM of Hanover Barons
HANOVER – The Hanover Barons have announced Blair Butchart as the team’s next general manager.
Elora resident Michael Chapman to play for Queen’s University’s Golden Gaels Rugby Team
ELORA – Michael Chapman, a local rugby player who has played for Team Canada and Ontario, is taking his next steps at Queen’s University, where he will play on their Golden Gaels Rugby Team.