CENTRE WELLINGTON – The Grand River Conservation Authority (GRCA) has identified blue-green algae in Belwood Lake.
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Public health: 31 suspected drug-related deaths in region this year
WELLINGTON COUNTY – The local public health unit issued a statement on Aug. 31, International Overdose Awareness Day, warning area residents about the "devastating effects" of drug poisonings in the region.
Building Faster Fund unlikely to have ‘huge impact’ in Wellington County: warden
WELLINGTON COUNTY – The provincial government’s announcement of a $1.2-billion fund to help municipalities support the creation of new housing may have been the biggest news to come out of the 2023 Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) Conference.
Agricultural societies struggle with lack of youth volunteers
WELLINGTON COUNTY — Many agricultural societies in the county have seen a drop in youth volunteers, causing some of them to have a difficult time getting by with fall fairs.
Alma Optimist Club hosts classic car and truck show
ALMA – The Alma Community Centre parking lot was overflowing with classic cars and trucks on Aug. 26
Minto 81’s join new senior hockey league
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Teams based in Minto and Erin will be part of a new Senior AA hockey league.
Habitat for Humanity brings back bonds for affordable housing
WELLINGTON COUNTY— Affordable housing has been a top-of-mind conversation in recent times – at council tables and dinner tables across Canada. It’s something that affects us all.
Back-to-school assistance available at local libraries
Another summer has come and gone and if you are a student, parent, or educator, you are most likely busy preparing for the school year ahead.
Officials to open Marden time capsule
MARDEN – After remaining sealed for 23 years, the Marden time capsule is set to be opened soon, and people are invited to witness the event.
New programming offered at The Grove Wellington Guelph youth wellness sites
WELLINGTON COUNTY — A new program called PreVenture is now available to youth across Guelph and Wellington County at the Grove Wellington Guelph’s six current youth wellness locations.