GUELPH – A Nov. 3 press release from Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health notes seniors in the region have reported phone calls from someone who says they are a public health employee and offers a free Medic Alert necklace in exchange for personal information.
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The Seed extends community harvest days into November
ERIN – Rain may have been making things soggy in the fields of Bella Farm near Hillsburgh on Saturday, but precipitation didn’t dampen the spirits of the volunteers participating in a community harvest event for The Seed.
WDGPH reporting 15 new COVID-19 cases over weekend
WELLINGTON COUNTY - The region’s active case count sits at 31 as of Nov. 1. That is down from 53 cases one week ago and marks the region's lowest active case count since mid-August.
Raise the curtains: live theatre returns to Drayton Entertainment venues Dec. 1
DRAYTON – The curtains will rise once again, and Drayton Entertainment officials are looking forward to the return to live theatre performances as they announce the reopening of two of their venues.
County investigating options for making council meetings accessible remotely
GUELPH – Wellington County staff have been directed to prepare a report on the feasibility of making council and committee meetings accessible to the public remotely.
Province introduces long-term care legislation to improve care, enforcement
TORONTO - New legislation purporting to better the quality of life for long-term care home residents was introduced at Queen's Park on Oct. 28 by the province's Progressive Conservatives.
Government announces expanded COVID-19 testing options for schools
ONTARIO – In order to support safer schools and reduce barriers to testing, the Ontario Government has announced plans to expand testing options for schools across the province.
County council members pay tribute to former warden Bill Adsett
GUELPH – The passing of former Wellington County warden Bill Adsett was recognized with tributes from current Warden Kelly Linton and councillor Doug Breen at the Oct. 28 county council meeting.
Deanna Wiley receives Luella Logan Scholarship for 2021
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Deanna Wiley of Guelph/Eramosa is this year’s recipient of the Luella Logan Scholarship.
School boards announce return of indoor inter-school athletics
GUELPH – The Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB) and Wellington Catholic District School Board (WCDSB), in consultation with District 4 and District 10 officials, are announcing the return of indoor inter-school athletics.