GUELPH – The Upper Grand and Wellington Catholic district school boards held their Special Olympics Track and Field Day at St. James Catholic Secondary School in Guelph on May 14.
Wellington County
Proposed ‘tot lot’ coming to Rockmosa Park
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Following the successful installation of Rockmosa Park’s main playground in 2023, the township is now planning an expansion for a new “tot lot.”
Public health cracking down on vape vendors close to high schools
GUELPH – Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health’s enforcement teams seized approximately $9,000 in illegal tobacco and vape products in 2024. That’s a sharp decrease from over $45,000 in 2023, reflecting the success of ongoing enforcement efforts, according to public health staff.
One person dead after two-vehicle crash in Guelph
GUELPH – Emergency crews were called to the scene, between College Avenue and Stone Road, at about 6pm on May 14.
Liam Vickery performs in Acton
ACTON – Liam Vickery of Rockwood performed some Stompin’ Tom Connors songs and his own compositions at Tommy’s Grill and Bar in Acton on May 4.
Proactive aging: health screenings every senior should know about
WELLINGTON COUNTY – As life expectancy continues to rise, thanks to modern medicine, so does the importance of proactive health care.
Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic High School national show choir champions
WELLINGTON COUNTY – The show choir team from Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic High School performed during a Wellington Catholic District School Board meeting on May 6.
Police beat: Drug charges
FERGUS – A Brampton and Kitchener resident have been charged after police seized about $10,000 in drugs and property following a traffic stop here last week.
Spring Rural Romp showcases rural agriculture May 31
NORTH WELLINGTON – An event dedicated to spotlighting Wellington County’s agri-food sector will return once again, enticing the public to venture out into rural areas.
Waterloo Wellington Children’s Groundwater Festival begins May 23
KITCHENER – The Waterloo Wellington Children’s Groundwater Festival (WWCGF) returns to Waterloo Region from May 23 to 29.
