FERGUS – The Scott Woods Band will hit the road this fall for two Canadian tours.
Centre Wellington
Contractor repaints Elora water tower after lettering snafu
ELORA – It took a few attempts to get a paint job on the Elora water tower correct.
Fergus Scottish Festival welcomes record-breaking crowd
FERGUS – With the whack of a sword against a shield, Scotland’s scarlet and gold bedazzled Lord Lyon King of Arms opened the 80th Fergus Scottish Festival and Highland Games to cheers and applause on Saturday.
Groves officials open 70-year-old time capsule found in wall of old hospital
CENTRE WELLINGTON – Last year, during the demolition of the old Groves Memorial Community Hospital in Fergus, officials found a copper time capsule nestled in the cornerstone of the original 1954 wing.
Roy Hurlbut retires trumpet after 66 years with Fergus Brass Band
FERGUS – What began as a dream to become a rock star evolved into 66 years of local music, friendships and commitment for Roy Hurlbut.
Elora’s Longest BBQ draws over 12,000 people
ELORA – Elora’s Longest BBQ on July 29 brought over 12,000 people to Mill St. in Elora to get food tastings from a plethora of local restaurants.
Goofie Newfie’s liquor licence reinstated
FERGUS– The Goofie Newfie’s liquor licence has been reinstated following a 10-day suspension by the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario that left taps dry and the business scrambling to adapt.
Successful season for Highland Rugby coming to a close
FERGUS – This week is set to be the biggest week of the season for Highland Rugby Club with a big home tournament and three teams competing in regional and provincial finals.
Scottish Festival, Highland Games in Fergus this weekend
FERGUS – This weekend, the Fergus Scottish Festival will open its gates for the 80th time, welcoming guests from around the world.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Centre Wellington launches new community programming
CENTRE WELLINGTON – Big Brothers Big Sisters of Centre Wellington has launched Project Ignite, which aims to provide youths and families with programmed activities designed to build essential life skills and promote community engagement.
