FERGUS – Mike MacKay is a hydraulic engineer by trade, but he’s now shifted gears. Instead of selling a product, he’s selling the idea that aerosol cans can and should be recycled.
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U of G researchers receive grant to study relationship between domestic violence, homelessness
GUELPH – Two University of Guelph professors hope to better understand how the housing crisis is impacting women experiencing and fleeing violence and how violence can lead to homelessness and vice versa.
Experimental Acres program a finalist for Economic Developers Council award
WELLINGTON COUNTY – A county program that offers micro-grants to farmers to test out regenerative agricultural practices is up for an award from the Economic Developers Council of Ontario.
Canada Post resumed operations notice
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Canada Post resumed operations Dec. 17, beginning the process of stabilizing operations across the country.
Local municipalities on ‘most liveable cities’ list
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Three lower-tier county municipalities made the top 100 on the Globe and Mail’s list of most liveable cities.
Going away for the holidays? ‘Ensuring the safety of your home, belongings should be a priority’: OPP
WELLINGTON COUNTY – With the holiday season here, local police are urging residents to take precautions if they’re spending time away from home.
Occupational therapist offers tips for maximizing winter safety
WELLINGTON COUNTY – While winter can be a magical time of year for most, many seasonal hazards such as ice and cold temperatures and social factors like loneliness can present obstacles.
Province passes motion to support school partnerships with police
GUELPH – Officials at local school boards say no significant changes are coming to their police partnerships.
Police beat: Man charged with assault after incident at Elora arena
ELORA – A Stratford man has been charged with assault following an incident at the arena here last week.
From ‘eh’ to ‘meh’?
VANCOUVER – Are you proud to be a Canadian?