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Saturday, September 14, 2024 | Vol 57 Issue 37

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‘This was a cold case’: behind the investigation into the death of Monica Chisar

SOUTHGATE – More than a year after she was reported missing, Monica Chisar’s remains were discovered in a wooded area just north of Mount Forest. She was just 29 years old. A 19-month investigation led detectives to Hamilton, and a Kosovo expat on the run from U.S. authorities.

Youth pack shoeboxes to help kids through Operation Christmas Child

HANOVER – Lita Ernest, a young member of 1st Hanover Guides, worked hard this season to organize the packing of Operation Christmas Child (OCC) shoe box gifts with her troop.

See all Bruce County area articles.

Artwork of Elora woman who died in July being auctioned off for Aboyne Rural Hospice

ELORA – Sue Hosking never had much money and she never considered herself an artist. But following her death and as per her wishes, her friends are auctioning off 93 pieces of art Hosking created over the years.

Community event raises nearly $20,000 for Elora Centre for the Arts expansion

ELORA – The Elora Centre for the Arts (ECFTA) yard was bustling on Sept. 5 with about 450 people settled at picnic tables, in lawn chairs, and on picnic blankets on the grass. 

See all Centre Wellington area articles.

Public health concerned about youth gambling

GUELPH – Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health (WDGPH) is concerned that some youths in the region are developing problems with gambling. It’s occupying their mind space, affecting their relationships and, in some cases, is getting youth into debt.

Survey: youth recovering from COVID-19 isolation but there are still disturbing trends

GUELPH – The latest analysis of a youth well-being survey indicates the mental health of youth is improving since the depths of the COVID-19 pandemic. But youth are also displaying behaviour that’s concerning to public health officials.

See all Dufferin County area articles.

New Town of Erin logo generates controversy

ERIN – Officials say the town's rebranding is "designed to resonate and connect with residents," but within hours of the unveiling of a new logo, many residents had voiced their distaste for it, with dozens already signing a petition to have it scrapped.

Speeder of the Week

ERIN – On Aug. 31 at about 4pm, a Wellington County OPP officer was monitoring traffic on Wellington Road 22.

See all Erin area articles.

Grand Valley Lions Club rings in New Year with Polar Bear Dip

GRAND VALLEY - A total of 55 hardy participants plunged into the chilly waters of the Grand River on New Year’s Day.

Lions Club donates $3000 from Duck Race

GRAND VALLEY – A total of $3,000 raised from a successful 2023 “duck race” in Grand Valley was donated by the Grand Valley Lions Club.

See all Grand Valley area articles.

‘This was a cold case’: behind the investigation into the death of Monica Chisar

SOUTHGATE – More than a year after she was reported missing, Monica Chisar’s remains were discovered in a wooded area just north of Mount Forest. She was just 29 years old. A 19-month investigation led detectives to Hamilton, and a Kosovo expat on the run from U.S. authorities.

Youth pack shoeboxes to help kids through Operation Christmas Child

HANOVER – Lita Ernest, a young member of 1st Hanover Guides, worked hard this season to organize the packing of Operation Christmas Child (OCC) shoe box gifts with her troop.

See all Grey County area articles.

United Way launches fundraising campaign, emphasizing ‘better is possible’

GUELPH – The United Way Guelph Wellington Dufferin launched its annual fundraising campaign focusing not on a monetary goal, but on the work the organization supports in the community.

Public health concerned about youth gambling

GUELPH – Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health (WDGPH) is concerned that some youths in the region are developing problems with gambling. It’s occupying their mind space, affecting their relationships and, in some cases, is getting youth into debt.

See all Guelph area articles.

Second protest at Rockwood OPP station honours Nathaniel Schofield

ROCKWOOD – “It’s been 60 days, and still no answers.”  That’s how much time had passed since Nathaniel Schofield, a 36-year-old father of six living in Arthur, died in OPP custody on July 10.

Hospice Wellington hosts event focused on Truth and Reconciliation

MARDEN – Hospice Wellington is hosting an event to share information about what is happening in the community regarding Truth and Reconciliation.

See all Guelph/Eramosa area articles.

Cole Dempster wins Future Olympian funding

HALTON – Track cyclist Cole Dempster has been selected as one of the winners of the Canadian Olympic Committee’s annual Canada-wide talent search.  

SIU clears Wellington OPP officers of criminal wrongdoing after pursuit ends with crash

MISSISSAUGA – The province’s Special Investigations Unit has found no grounds to criminally charge any OPP officers in connection to a man’s injuries after a pursuit that ended in a Centre Wellington ditch in March.

See all Halton area articles.

Youth pack shoeboxes to help kids through Operation Christmas Child

HANOVER – Lita Ernest, a young member of 1st Hanover Guides, worked hard this season to organize the packing of Operation Christmas Child (OCC) shoe box gifts with her troop.

See all Huron County area articles.

Celebrate Gordon Lightfoot’s 85th birthday with Drayton Entertainment

DRAYTON – Drayton Entertainment presents the story and music of Canada’s most celebrated songwriter in Early Morning Rain: The Legend of Gordon Lightfoot, which is at the Drayton Festival Theatre for two concerts on Sept. 21 at 2 and 7:30pm. 

Two people injured in crash involving paramedic response vehicle

MAPLETON – Two people were injured in a three-vehicle crash here on Monday morning involving a paramedic response vehicle.

See all Mapleton area articles.

Grey Wellington Theatre Guild stages 50th anniversary gala

HARRISTON – The Grey Wellington Theatre Guild (GWTG) celebrated five decades of community theatre with a 50th anniversary gala on Sept. 7.

Harriston Kinsmen celebrate 65 years

HARRISTON – The Harriston Kinsmen are celebrating 65 years as a club. 

See all Minto area articles.

University of Guelph hosts GOOD Games July 6, 7

GUELPH – Lots of people participated in the GOOD Games held at the University of Guelph campus on July 6 and 7.

Students raced to paint canvasses during board-wide Live Art Battle at Centre Wellington District High School

FERGUS – Artists and art enthusiasts flocked to Centre Wellington District High School (CWDHS) on the evening of May 8 for an art show and board-wide Live Art Battle.  

See all Orangeville area articles.

County libraries host Culture Days programs

Fall is a perfect time for us to get to know our community better through local activities and extracurriculars. 

Two sisters bring Terry Fox Run to Palmerston

PALMERSTON – Two sisters are bringing the Terry Fox Run to Palmerston next month to continue honouring the unwavering determination of the late Canadian athlete, Terry Fox. 

See all Palmerston area articles.

Listowel author publishes children’s book about navigating grief

LISTOWEL –  Author Deborah Dickson’s debut children’s book Always Kiss Me Goodnight is now available at North Perth Hospice in Listowel and Heritage Funeral homes in Palmerston, Drayton and Arthur.

Youth pack shoeboxes to help kids through Operation Christmas Child

HANOVER – Lita Ernest, a young member of 1st Hanover Guides, worked hard this season to organize the packing of Operation Christmas Child (OCC) shoe box gifts with her troop.

See all Perth County area articles.

Puslinch resident hopes township will allow Sunday hunting

ABERFOYLE – Robert Stark would like Puslinch council to get with the times and allow Sunday hunting in the township.

Country fun at Aberfoyle Fall Fair

PUSLINCH – The Aberfoyle Fall Fair took place Sept. 6 and 7 in Puslinch, offering lots of family-friendly entertainment.

See all Puslinch area articles.

County students bring gold medals home from national MusicFest

WELLINGTON COUNTY – MusicFest Canada adjudicators awarded gold to the Erin District High School Tempo concert band, the Guelph Collegiate Vocational Institute string and orchestra ensembles, and the Centennial Collegiate Vocational Institute symphonic, concert and acoustic ensembles.

GCVI choir to perform with award-winning rock bands

TORONTO – GCVI choir students will perform with Foreigner at Budweiser Stage in June and Wilco at Massey Hall in July. 

See all Toronto area articles.

Youth auditions announced for Christmas Carol panto

WATERLOO – The Drayton Entertainment Youth Academy is pleased to announce Children’s Chorus auditions for A Christmas Carol: The Panto, which will take place at the Drayton Entertainment Youth Academy (145 Northfield Dr. W, Waterloo) on Sept. 15 from 1 to 3pm. Registration begins at 12:30pm. 

Drayton Entertainment Youth Academy announces fall classes

WATERLOO – The Drayton Entertainment Youth Academy announced its fall class registration is now open, with early bird pricing available until July 31. 

See all Waterloo Region area articles.

Public health concerned about youth gambling

GUELPH – Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health (WDGPH) is concerned that some youths in the region are developing problems with gambling. It’s occupying their mind space, affecting their relationships and, in some cases, is getting youth into debt.

Survey: youth recovering from COVID-19 isolation but there are still disturbing trends

GUELPH – The latest analysis of a youth well-being survey indicates the mental health of youth is improving since the depths of the COVID-19 pandemic. But youth are also displaying behaviour that’s concerning to public health officials.

See all Wellington County area articles.

Volunteer celebration, newcomer event draws hundreds in Mount Forest

MOUNT FOREST – The Mount Forest and District Sports Complex was buzzing with excitement on Sept. 12, as a Volunteer Celebration and Newcomer Welcome event welcomed both new and preexisting members of the Wellington North community.

House fire near Arthur contained to attic above garage

WELLINGTON NORTH – No one was injured in a house fire near Arthur on Wednesday evening that has been deemed accidental.

See all Wellington North area articles.
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