WELLINGTON COUNTY – One week after returning to class, nine schools in the Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health (WDGPH) region, including three in Wellington County, are reporting student COVID-19 cases.
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Back on the podium: Erin’s Rachael Karker wins bronze medal at X Games
ERIN – Rachael Karker was twisting and turning in the air on way to making a comfortable landing.
Trails near Guelph Lake to close next week for tree maintenance
GUELPH-ERAMOSA – Public trails near Guelph Lake here will be closed for four days next week for tree maintenance. The Grand River Conservation Authority announced the closures on Feb. 12.
WDGPH region will return to red COVID-19 alert level on Feb. 16
WELLINGTON COUNTY – The region was previously placed in the red level on Dec. 14 and remained there until the government introduced a province-wide lockdown on Dec. 26.
Council denies request to retain barn for commercial storage
MAPLETON – Council here has denied a request to allow use of an existing barn for a storage business on a severed rural lot.
OPP: Homeowner startled when suspect breaks in front door
INVERHAUGH – A Stratford man has been charged after a homeowner here caught someone breaking into their home through the front door.
County unveils takeout tool/map to encourage support of local businesses
WELLINGTON COUNTY – The county has unveiled a new online tool that encourages residents to order takeout from local businesses impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, notably the latest province-wide lockdown.
Puslinch councillors express concerns about Guelph transportation plan
PUSLINCH – Just as Canada has to be aware of the plans of its neighbour to the south, so must Puslinch know what’s being planned by its neighbour to the north.
Mayor: VanLeeuwen will no longer be deputy mayor
ELORA – Centre Wellington councillor Steven VanLeeuwen can keep his seat at the horseshoe, but it appears he will no longer be deputy mayor. Mayor Kelly Linton said he will be introducing a motion to remove and replace VanLeeuwen.
Township removing ice early at Arthur, Mount Forest arenas
WELLINGTON NORTH — Township staff here will start removing the ice from the Mount Forest and Arthur arenas as early as this week. Wellington North council approved the decision on Feb. 8.
Public health officials identify first local case of COVID-19 UK variant
GUELPH – Many residents may be worried about the inevitable arrival of COVID-19 variants, but public health officials say the first case was actually in the region a month ago.
Province postpones March break a month
TORONTO – In a school year plagued by near-constant upheaval, students and education workers have been served with yet another major change: a one-month postponement of their annual winter break. On Feb. 11 education minister Stephen Lecce announced the March break will be delayed until April 12.
Erin resident planning car rally to protest wastewater treatment plant
ERIN – Opposition to a planned wastewater treatment facility in Erin is growing, says Erin resident Amanda Elias, and on Feb. 20 residents are invited to show their displeasure.
Puslinch council approves 2021 budget with 0.9% tax increase
PUSLINCH – Puslinch Township council approved its 2021 budget on Feb. 10 with a 0.93 per cent increase from last year on the local portion of the tax bill. The budget includes $2.9 million in operating costs and $1.5 million in capital projects.
International Plowing Match going ahead this fall
KAWARTHA LAKES – The International Plowing Match (IPM) and Rural Expo will be going ahead as planned here this fall.