QUEEN’S PARK – Government officials say they are taking a “prudent” approach to the province’s finances in the 2024 Ontario budget. But despite a record $214 billion in spending and a $9.8-billion deficit, critics suggest the province is being overly frugal in key areas.
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Sarah Bernardi offers veterinary social work at U of G
GUELPH – At the University of Guelph’s Ontario Veterinary College (OVC), Sarah Bernardi offers a unique service that very few animal hospitals provide: veterinary social work.
Upper Grand District School board reaches collective agreements with five local unions
GUELPH – The Upper Grand District School Board has ratified collective agreements with five local unions.
Guelph Public Library offering free solar eclipse glasses
GUELPH – Are you ready for the total solar eclipse happening on April 8?
Nominations open for next federal Liberal candidate in Guelph
GUELPH – The Liberal Party of Canada has opened the federal Liberal nomination for Guelph, signalling the period during which individuals interested in seeking the nomination can formally put their names forward.
New executive director at Legal Clinic of Guelph and Wellington County
GUELPH - The Legal Clinic of Guelph and Wellington County is saying goodbye to executive director Anthea Millikin and hello to Stephanie Clendenning, who takes over as executive director on March 11.
Big LOTTARIO win
GUELPH – Christopher Robinson of Guelph won $250,000 in the Jan. 27 LOTTARIO draw.
Instant Power lottery winner
GUELPH – Tesfagaber Gebrehiwot of Guelph is $100,000 richer after winning with INSTANT POWER 5S.
Black Tie Bingo raises $339,000 for Guelph General Hospital
GUELPH – Women’s healthcare received a boost on March 2 as the Foundation of Guelph General Hospital’s 28th annual Black Tie Bingo raised $339,000 for the cause.
GHS announces new strategic plan: focuses on animal welfare, growth and community connections
GUELPH - The Guelph Humane Society (GHS) is excited to introduce its new four-year strategic plan, “Charting our Future Direction,” outlining the organization’s roadmap for 2024-2027.