HANOVER – The Hanover Barons have announced Blair Butchart as the team’s next general manager.
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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.
Golf courses hit hard by extended pandemic restrictions
WELLINGTON COUNTY - Since April 17, golf courses in Ontario have been closed due to the province-wide stay-at-home order. Many are pushing back against the province’s decision to force golf courses to close, arguing there have been zero COVID cases linked to golf.
Local basketball star receives NCAA Division I scholarship
FERGUS - Brock Newton of Fergus recently signed an NCAA Division I Basketball Scholarship with Bucknell University.
Grant allows Guelph Rowing Club to support young athletes
GUELPH - The Guelph Rowing Club has received a grant of $10,000 from the Canadian Tire Corporation, as part of the Jumpstart Sport Relief Fund.
Town of Minto supports call to lift ban on golf, outdoor activities
MINTO - Town council here is supporting a resolution calling for the province to withdraw its prohibition on golfing and other outdoor recreational activities that could be enjoyed while following pandemic-related public health guidelines.
New Elora Rocks executives emphasize ‘community’ as team enters new league
ELORA – Major changes are coming to the Elora Rocks hockey team. This year, the team is set to join the brand-new Western Ontario Super Hockey League (WOSHL). The senior team also has a new general manager and a new president.
CW Minor Lacrosse to host webinar on diversity in sport, mental health awareness
CENTRE WELLINGTON – The Centre Wellington Minor Lacrosse Association (CWMLA) is hosting a webinar on diversity in sport and mental health awareness.
Elora and District Skating Club hosted virtual carnival
Facebook Live – The Elora and District Skating Club has had a successful season despite…
Minto receives $1.76 million in funding for arena upgrades, new ball diamond
PALMERSTON - The Palmerston and District Community Centre complex will see major improvements due to the Town of Minto’s successful application to the Community, Culture and Recreation Infrastructure Stream of the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program (ICIP).
Guelph United FC signs first player
GUELPH - Former Guelph Gryphon Jace Kotsopoulos is the first-ever player to sign with the newly formed Guelph United F.C., which will make its debut in League 1 Ontario this summer.
Wellington North council approves $1-million renovation to Arthur arena
ARTHUR – The Arthur arena will soon be under construction after Wellington North council carried a motion to replace the ice making pipeline. The estimated cost of the project is $1,078,00 plus applicable taxes.
Fergus woman organizing cross-Canada marathon fundraiser
FERGUS – Inspired by Terry Fox, Fergus resident and PhD student Zoe Clarke has taken on organizing 205 separate marathons across Canada.
Recreation program plans remain flexible in Minto
MINTO – Plans for recreation programming remain flexible here, as the region readjusts to the provincial COVID-19 framework following the lifting of a province-wide stay-at-home order on Feb. 12.
Centre Wellington minor lacrosse seeks input on new team name
FERGUS – The Centre Wellington Minor Lacrosse Association is now seeking public input on a new team name. The league has come up with several suggestions but also welcomes new ideas from local residents.