TORONTO – Fergus resident Wilfred Thyssen, 67, was sentenced in Toronto Court by Justice Jonathan Bliss this month to a term of more than five years in prison for arranging to have sex with children and breaching a bail condition.
Wellington North names Al Leach Senior of the Year, recognizes volunteers
ARTHUR – Wellington North celebrated its volunteers and seniors at a gathering of over 200 people at the Arthur and Area Community Centre on April 18.
Arnott sticking to decision to ban keffiyeh in legislature
TORONTO – Speaker of the Legislative Assembly Ted Arnott will not be backing down on his decision to ban wearing the keffiyeh in the legislature.
County MPs say ‘tax and spend’ budget will negatively hit farmers
OTTAWA – Wellington-Halton Hills MP Michael Chong and Perth-Wellington MP John Nater share a similar pessimism when it comes to the federal budget released last week.
Donations down, demand up as United Way doles out $1.5 million
GUELPH – On April 16, United Way announced it had invested $1.5 million in 51 programs across Guelph and Wellington and Dufferin counties. But funding requests were much higher – more than twice what was available to distribute.
Town urging residents to conserve water after Erin watermain break
ERIN – A watermain break is affecting the Stanley Park industrial area in Erin, leaving some with little to no water flow at the tap.
Spring Fling at the Stables raises funds for Community Resource Centre
ELORA – The inaugural Spring Fling at the Stables market at the Grand River Raceway on April 20 was a fundraiser for the Community Resource Centre (CRC) of North and Centre Wellington – specifically its community outreach and support services.
Elora House hosting Princess Gala fundraiser at GrandWay
ELORA – A girls’ night out to celebrate women, the Princess Gala will be hosted by Elora House on May 10 at The GrandWay Events Centre.
CBM Aggregates applies for another gravel pit licence in Puslinch
PUSLINCH – CBM Aggregates has applied for another license for below water extraction in Puslinch.
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For almost 21 years, Crown Bath & Kitchen has been a leader in creating beautiful living spaces. A home to be proud of, with stylish, functional and gorgeous touches. Whether you are relaxing, or entertaining, Crown Bath & Kitchen can help you make your home a haven.
Crown Bath & Kitchen: making your home your oasis
For almost 21 years, Crown Bath & Kitchen has been a leader in creating beautiful living spaces. A home to be proud of, with stylish, functional and gorgeous touches. Whether you are relaxing, or entertaining, Crown Bath & Kitchen can help you make your home a haven.
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For five decades, RONA has been a leader in home improvement in Elora and Fergus.
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Founded in 1945 by Franklin and Dorothy Speers, Speers Electric has stood the test of time,…