FERGUS – The COVID-19 assessment centre in the old Groves hospital in Fergus is now permanently closed. The centre, which opened in August of 2020, was shut down on Dec. 1.
Wellington County
Wellington County examines diversifying farm land uses
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Provincial policy dictating how agricultural land is used in Ontario allows for secondary on-farm uses, but local land use policy and zoning bylaws can get in the way, preventing farmers from diversifying on-farm income sources.
Former Erin couple celebrates 75th anniversary
GUELPH – During seven and a half decades together Jean and Howard Edgerton have travelled the world, made music, danced, served their communities and raised four children.
COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations steady across WDGPH region
WELLINGTON COUNTY – As of Nov. 30, there are 109 confirmed active cases in the region, up slightly from from 102 on Nov. 23.
Rash of thefts at local car washes costing businesses big bucks
WELLINGTON COUNTY – In recent weeks there has been a rash of thefts from car washes throughout Wellington County. Thieves often don't get away with a lot of money, but they are causing tens of thousands of dollars in damage with each theft.
Dec. 6 vigil in Guelph marks 33rd anniversary of Montreal Massacre
GUELPH - Join Guelph-Wellington Women in Crisis on Dec. 6 at 6:30pm at Marianne’s Park to remember the 14 women killed at L’École Polytechnique Montréal in 1989 and to honour all women who have lost their lives to femicide.
Métis fiddlers to perform with Suzuki String School students
GUELPH - Métis fiddlers Alyssa and Danton Delbaere-Sawchuk of Oméigwessi will join Suzuki String School of Guelph (SSSG) students on stage at the River Run Centre in a special performance on Dec. 4 at 3pm.
Elmira Theatre Company holding auditions for Tuesdays with Morrie
ELMIRA - The Elmira Theatre Company is holding auditions for its next production, Tuesdays with Morrie.
Christmas comes early to county museum
ABOYNE – The Wellington County Museum and Archives welcomed residents and visitors to the second annual Christmas Market on Nov. 25 and 26.
Danby teams with Elmira Stove Works to help Ukrainian families in need
GUELPH – Ontario-based appliance brands Danby Appliances and Elmira Stove Works are partnering on an initiative to help those displaced by the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.