WELLINGTON COUNTY - From tragedies that touched the community to a highly anticipated federal election and everything in between, 2019 was an eventful year for local news.
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Puslinch council supports AMO’s take on Bill 132
ABERFOYLE - Puslinch council has directed staff to send a letter of support for AMO’s position on changes to Bill 132 in regards to the Aggregate Act and the Safe Drinking Water Act.
Puslinch council seeks clarity on liability concerns about ATVs on local roads
ABERFOYLE - Puslinch officials are seeking input from the township’s insurance provider on liability concerns and other implications of implementing bylaws allowing ATVs on municipal highways.
New innovative virtual reality ‘dome’ shows how technology influences the creative process
ELORA – A technology-based exhibition that will provide guests with a behind-the-scenes look…
Two artists receive Arts Council award
GUELPH – The 2019 Youth Opportunities Award, presented by the Guelph Arts Council will be shared between the Guelph Tool Library and Simone Racine.
Giant Tiger customers support store’s Angel Tree campaign
Donations - Giant Tiger customers donated $1,100 during the store’s Angel Tree campaign.
New concert in Erin Roots series
ERIN – The updated schedule for the Erin Roots series at the Busholme Inn includes a new concert by the former lead singer of the band Prairie Oyster.
The top Wellington Advertiser Facebook posts of 2019
1. BREAKING: Arthur schools on lock down (later corrected to “hold and secure”) and some…
The top Wellington Advertiser tweets of 2019
January: Puslinch and Guelph-Eramosa firefighters are on the scene of a structure fire at TransX at…
Chronic homelessness reduced in Guelph-Wellington
GUELPH - The Guelph and Wellington Task Force for Poverty Elimination highlighted its recent success in reducing chronic homelessness at a meeting with federal government officials.
Curling club’s tabs for wheelchairs supports Elora Legion
Tabs for wheelchairs – Curling Club participants are asked to save the tabs from tin cans…
Food for Fines program nets 800 items
GUELPH - Each year Wellington County’s library system holds a “Food for Fines” campaign in the fall.
Two Sailors Bonspiel a successful tradition of Fergus Curling Club
Winning family - The first bonspiel of the 2020 season was held Jan. 4 at the Fergus Curling Club.
New curling rocks in play at Fergus Curling Club
Granite delivery - The new curling rocks arrived at the doors of the Fergus Curling Club this fall.
Puslinch hosting budget meeting Jan. 16
ABERFOYLE - Puslinch will be hosting a public information meeting regarding the 2020 budget on Jan. 16.
