ABERFOYLE – BlueTriton Brands is closing in Ontario and expects to wind down operations by the end of January. That includes the water bottling site in Aberfoyle, which will go up for sale, a company spokesperson confirmed.
Centre Wellington
Researchers confirm weak tornado hit Fergus Sunday night
FERGUS – Researchers with Western University have confirmed that a weak tornado hit the Fergus area on the night of Nov. 10.
The Fugitives put new spin on Battle of Vimy Ridge
FERGUS – Brendan McLeod did a little musical archeology and discovered songs sung by soldiers in the trenches at Vimy Ridge.
Juno winner Chantel Kreviazuk fills Fergus Grand Theatre
FERGUS – Juno winner singer-songwriter Chantel Kreviazuk filled the Fergus Grand Theatre on Nov. 2 with a stunning evening of songs and stories.
Beatty Brothers Ltd. prospered in Second World War but couldn’t quite recover post war
FERGUS – Most people familiar with local history will know that Beatty Brothers Limited was the largest manufacturer in the area and an economic driver in the early days of the Village of Fergus.
Fergus school’s Halloween dance raises $500 for United Way
FERGUS – St. Joseph Catholic School in Fergus held a fundraising dance on Oct. 31 to benefit United Way of Guelph Wellington and raised $500.
Ecclestone partnership inspired by toy trucks
CENTRE WELLINGTON – When the playground at Victoria Park in Fergus reopens, it will have a new name thanks to a partnership between the township and a local business.
U14 girls conquer Rugby Ontario Junior Cup Tournament
FERGUS – The combined team of Fergus Highland Rugby and Waterloo Country U14 girls went through the Rugby Ontario Junior Cup Tournament 4-0, outscoring their opponents 120-10 on Oct. 27.
Milestone donation from Team Addy
CENTRE WELLINGTON – On Nov. 1, members of Team Addy gathered at SickKids Hospital for a special cheque presentation.
Township launches toilet rebate program
ELORA – Centre Wellington’s infrastructure services department has launched a new toilet rebate program.