GUELPH – Wellington County officials are pondering annual tax increases – over and above what has already been planned and possibly for as long as a decade – to help address an $81-million “gap” in funding for infrastructure projects.
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Peter Hannam remembered as farmer, mentor, leader, innovator
GUELPH/ERAMOSA – In the agricultural community, Peter Hannam was known for his encouraging mentorship, innovative farming practices, leadership roles, integrity, discipline and successful businesses.
Fourth Hawk investor is Peter Reid
NEUSTADT – The Bruce Community Futures Development Corporation (Bruce CFDC) and Saugeen Economic Development Corporation (SEDC) have presented Tibbs Management president Peter Reid as the fourth angel investor for the “Hawks’ Nest Competition.
Landscape lighting helps brighten up a property at night
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Landscape lighting has been growing in popularity, and industry experts anticipate that growth will continue for years to come.
Police beat: Crypto scam uses image of prime minister
GUELPH/FERGUS – Local police are once again reminding residents to be careful when dealing with unknown individuals online, after two women lost nearly $50,000 combined in cryptocurrency scams.
WCDSB students compete in baseball tournament
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Students in Grades 6 through 8 participated in a baseball tournament on May 27.
That dad
With Father’s Day approaching, I’ve been thinking a great deal about the fathers in my life.
Mapleton Safe Communities hosted a Safe Kids Day in Drayton
DRAYTON – Mapleton Safe Communities hosted a Safe Kids Day on May 24 in Drayton.
Crime Stoppers Guelph Wellington partners on human trafficking awareness video
GUELPH – Crime Stoppers Guelph Wellington (CSGW) has partnered with Guelph Police Service (GPS), Victim Services Wellington (VSW) and Guelph Wellington Women In Crisis (GWWIC) on a video to increase awareness of human trafficking.
Link up with Duff’s raises more than $12,000
PUSLINCH – The annual Link Up with Duff’s “Fun Day with A Purpose” was held on May 24.
National conference on therapeutic riding hosted in Puslinch
PUSLINCH – The Canadian Therapeutic Riding Association (CanTRA) celebrated 45 years of leadership with a national conference in Puslinch on May 31 and June 1.
Council approves minor variance for new garage with residential unit
KENILWORTH – A new garage with a residential unit above it will be permitted in Mount Forest, although the building will be taller than what’s usually allowed.
Palmerston celebrates Pride in the Park
Pride – It was all sunshine and rainbows in Palmerston on June 8, as the community gathered to celebrate this year’s Pride in the Park event at Lions Heritage Park. The free event featured craft vendors, a variety of food, free crafts and activities, as well as special performances and live music.
REVIEW: Drayton’s Country Roads takes you where you belong
DRAYTON – When I saw that the opening production for the 2025 season in Drayton was Country Roads, based on the music of John Denver, I thought, are there enough John Denver songs to fill a two-hour show?
Aussie Steelers fastball team coming to Milverton
MILVERTON – People in Milverton are set to open their homes to players and team officials from the Aussie Steelers, the defending world champion fastball team, later this month.