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Friday, December 19, 2025 | Vol 58 Issue 50

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Research investments yield significant crop improvements for grain farmers

Lilian Schaer January 14, 2021Rural

GUELPH – Yields of five leading Ontario grains and oilseeds crops have been on the rise the…

OMAFRA Report: What’s a worm worth?

Submitted January 14, 2021Rural

GUELPH – This is about the benefits of earthworms in agricultural soils and how to reap them.…

Baby it’s cold outside

Advertiser Staff January 14, 2021News

GUELPH – HOPE House in Guelph is actively recruiting teams to join its Coldest Night of the…

Moorefield Optimist Club held a successful bottle drop-off event on Jan. 8

Patrick Raftis January 14, 2021Community News

Raising funds – The Moorefield Optimist Club held a successful bottle drop-off event at its…

Modified Christmas dinner plan well received in community

Patrick Raftis January 14, 2021Community News, COVID-19

MINTO – The fifth annual Anderson’s Community Christmas event was a success despite pandemic-induced modifications, councillor Jean Anderson told Minto council members on Jan. 5.

Minto approves purchase of pickups

Patrick Raftis January 14, 2021Community News

MINTO – The Town of Minto will purchase two new pickup trucks for the water and sewer department…

Minto firefighter retires after almost 28 years of service

Submitted January 14, 2021Community News

Minto firefighter Terry Cormak officially retired Jan. 5, after almost 28 years of service to his…

Santa and Mrs. Claus visited Clifford’s Celebration Square

Bonnie Whitehead January 14, 2021Community News

Checking in – Santa and Mrs. Claus visited in Clifford on Dec. 23 to check the mailbox at…

Please think safety when setting up photos

Patrick Raftis January 14, 2021Community News, COVID-19, Editorials

As the North Wellington Community News enters our second year with our expanded focus on the…

2020 – The Year in Review

Community News Staff January 14, 2021Community News, COVID-19

There is no doubt 2020 has been a year like no other in almost anyone’s recall. Those with…

Edge Mutual Insurance makes donation to Drayton Legion Branch 416

Submitted January 14, 2021Community News

Donation to Legion – Edge Mutual Insurance Company recently donated $2,500 to Drayton Legion…

Handbags for Hospice auction on Feb. 25

Submitted January 14, 2021News

GUELPH – Hospice Wellington is holding its fourth annual Handbags for Hospice event, on Feb.…

Store employees test positive

Community News Staff January 14, 2021Community News, COVID-19

ARTHUR –  Local Foodland operators report they are following public health protocols after three employees at the downtown store tested positive for COVID-19.

The power of words and danger of lies

Dave Adsett January 14, 2021COVID-19, Editorials

On Jan. 6, 2021 the world bore witness to the power of words and the danger of lies.

Elora’s Geddes Street looked very different in 1882

Stephen Thorning January 14, 2021Columns, Thorning Revisited

The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…

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Hanover theatre casting for School of Rock

HANOVER – Based on the hit 2003 film, School of Rock the musical follows Dewey Finn, a failed wannabe rock star who is down on his luck. 

Hanover Community Players thank all who made Bare, Bear Bones a success

HANOVER – Hanover Community Players are offering “A big thank you to all of our audience members who took the time from their busy schedules to attend and support our Bare, Bear Bones shows.”

See all Bruce County area articles.

New year brings expanded carbon monoxide alarm rules for homeowners, landlords

CENTRE WELLINGTON – A carbon monoxide alarm may not make it on anyone’s Christmas wish list, but come the new year, they’re required on every floor in many homes.

Children’s play space officially opens at county museum

ABOYNE – After almost 18 months, a children’s play space has officially opened at the Wellington County Museum and Archives.

See all Centre Wellington area articles.

To avoid getting sick over holidays, get your shots now: public health

GUELPH – Local public health officials are echoing a statement from the province’s Chief Medical Officer of Health, Dr. Kieran Moore, to get flu and COVID-19 shots before the holidays arrive.

Local health unit first in Ontario to offer avian flu vaccines

GUELPH – Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health (WDGPH) was the first health unit in Ontario to administer the H5N1 vaccine to humans in the fight against avian influenza.

See all Dufferin County area articles.

Erin council passes budget with 3.8% tax hike

ERIN – It wasn't a unanimous decision, but town council here has approved the 2026 budget with a tax rate increase of 3.8 per cent – up from the 2.5% originally proposed.

Credit Valley Conservation’s draft updated regulations mapping open for public consultation

ERIN  – Credit Valley Conservation (CVC) has prepared draft regulations mapping to conform to requirements under the Conservation Authorities Act and Ontario Regulation 41/24. 

See all Erin area articles.

Enbridge, Grand Valley fire department partner on Safe Community Project Zero

GRAND VALLEY – On Nov. 4, Enbridge Gas Ontario and the Grand Valley and District Fire Department worked together to improve home safety and attempt to bring fire and carbon monoxide-related deaths down to zero.

‘Gourd’ times to be had at this year’s Grand Valley Fall Fair

GRAND VALLEY – “Gourd” times are sure to be had at this year’s Grand Valley Fall Fair.

See all Grand Valley area articles.

Hanover Community Players Drama Camp a success

HANOVER – The Hanover Community Players Drama Camp took place in July with mask making, drama games and auditions and a play.

Holstein to host an afternoon of bluegrass entertainment

HOLSTEIN – Residents of Holstein can look forward to an afternoon of bluegrass at the Love’s Sugarbush located at 392098 Grey Rd 109, on Aug. 17.

See all Grey County area articles.

Food prices to rise 4 to 6% next year as food bank visits skyrocket: report

GUELPH – Whether it’s inflation, global conflict, energy costs, trade impediments or climate change – to name just some of the factors academics are blaming – one thing is for certain: food prices will continue to rise according to the 16th annual Canada's Food Price Report.

Guelph resident wins big with Lotto 6/49

GUELPH – Scott David Fasano of Guelph can “find his possible” after winning a Lotto 6/49 prize worth $1 million in the gold ball draw on Aug. 2.

See all Guelph area articles.

Guelph/Eramosa passes budget with 2.7% tax rate increase

BRUCEDALE  – Gyelph/Eramosa council has passed the municipality’s 2026 budget, which will include a 2.71 per cent tax rate increase for 2026.

Province gives green light to controversial ‘Hidden Quarry’ after 13-year saga

GUELPH/ERAMOSA – The province has green-lit a new aggregate operation 13 years after James Dick Construction first applied to tap into a dolomite deposit at the so-called “Hidden Quarry” southeast of Rockwood.

See all Guelph/Eramosa area articles.

Joseph Racinsky rides blue wave to Queen’s Park

WELLINGTON-HALTON HILLS – The blue wave that swept across Ontario Thursday night, swept across Wellington-Halton Hills as well as Progressive Conservative candidate Joseph Racinsky was elected with a sweeping majority. 

Health care, roads, voter turnout, local knowledge dominate discussion at Aberfoyle debate

ABERFOYLE – The debate hosted by the Optimist Club of Puslinch on Feb. 20 gave voters the opportunity to ask their own questions.

See all Halton area articles.

Youth pack shoeboxes to help kids through Operation Christmas Child

HANOVER – Lita Ernest, a young member of 1st Hanover Guides, worked hard this season to organize the packing of Operation Christmas Child (OCC) shoe box gifts with her troop.

See all Huron County area articles.

Rink project at PMD Arena in Drayton to cost $3 million

MAPLETON – The replacement of the rink and refrigeration system at the PMD Arena in Drayton will cost Mapleton $2,944,782, and be completed by Ball Construction Limited. 

Township considering dike extension to reduce Drayton flooding

MAPLETON – Flooding has been an ongoing problem in Drayton for many years, and Mapleton councillors agree something needs to be done about it. And that “something” could cost $4.3 million over 10 years. 

See all Mapleton area articles.

Another cyclist dies after being struck by a vehicle

MINTO – The most recent incident took place on Dec. 9 at about 5:30pm. Emergency crews responded to a collision between two vehicles and a cyclist on Highway 9 near Anna's Lane, just outside Harriston.

Minto water rate rising 4%; wastewater going up 2%

MINTO – Minto residents can expect their wastewater rates to increase by two per cent next year. 

See all Minto area articles.

Credit Valley Conservation named one of Canada’s greenest employers

MISSISSAUGA  – Credit Valley Conservation (CVC) has been named one of Canada’s Greenest Employers for the sixth consecutive year.

See all Mississauga area articles.

Grand Valley business donates to food bank

ORANGEVILLE – Staff members from Grand Valley’s Clover Farm grocery store recently presented a $10,000 cheque to representatives from the Orangeville Food Bank’s Dufferin Food Share.

School board explores bringing IB diploma program to Wellington, Dufferin

GUELPH –  Some parents and students would like the International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma program to be offered in Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB) schools in Wellington and Dufferin counties. 

See all Orangeville area articles.

Santa Claus parades through Palmerston

PALMERSTON – Crowds lined Palmerston’s main street on Dec. 6 to watch this year’s Santa Claus Parade. 

Minto hosting annual New Year’s Eve party

PALMERSTON – The Town of Minto, Minto Fire and the Palmerston Lions Club have joined forces to host Minto’s annual Fire and Ice Family New Year’s Eve Party.

See all Palmerston area articles.

Over $6.6 million in OMPF funding to be split by seven local municipalities

PERTH-WELLINGTON –  On Nov. 24, Perth-Wellington MPP Matthew Rae announced over $6.6 million for local municipalities through the Ontario Municipal Partnership Fund (OMPF) for 2026.

MPP Rae announces over $20 million in housing enabling infrastructure funding

PERTH-WELLINGTON – Matthew Rae, MPP for Perth-Wellington, announced the province has provided four municipalities with over $20.4 million through the Ministry of Infrastructure’s Housing Enabling Water Systems Fund (HEWSF) program.

See all Perth County area articles.

Municipality hopes natural gas heating can come to Puslinch

ABERFOYLE – Enbridge Gas found a supportive audience at the Puslinch council meeting on Nov. 19 as it explained its plans for natural gas expansion across the province and possibly into the township.

Santa Claus arrives in Puslinch with reindeer – and joy

PUSLINCH – Puslinch was the first in Wellington County to hold its Santa Claus parade and the streets were lined with locals on Nov. 23 ready to greet the big guy.

See all Puslinch area articles.

Province releases fall economic statement

TORONTO – The Ontario government released its fall economic statement last week (Nov. 6) with a smaller than projected deficit of $13.5-billion – less than the $14.6 billion forecasted in this year’s budget, but still well above the $1.1 billion deficit carried in 2024-25.

Cheering from the big screen at World Series game

TORONTO – Callum Sweeting was on the big screen at game one of the World Series at the Rogers Centre in Toronto on Oct. 24.

See all Toronto area articles.

Cardiac director: pace yourself when shovelling snow this winter

KITCHENER  – As heavy snow hits the region, local emergency departments are preparing for a spike in cardiac events. 

Drayton Entertainment Youth Academy announces youth theatre camps

WATERLOO – The Drayton Entertainment Youth Academy has announced its lineup of march break and summer camps for 2026. 

See all Waterloo Region area articles.

Experts offer tips on managing mental health issues, grief during holidays

WELLINGTON COUNTY – The holiday season can be filled with joy, laughter and love, but for some it can also be isolating, depressing and include pressures that negatively impact their mental health.

Canadians feeling high financial pressure anticipate little relief in 2026

ONTARIO –  Trees all around the country are being lit and the holiday rush is upon us. But new data from the non-profit Angus Reid Institute finds the festive feeling is likely a touch brighter for some than others.

See all Wellington County area articles.

New fees, charges approved at Mount Forest cemetery

KENILWORTH – Wellington North is raising prices at the Mount Forest cemetery in an attempt to reach full cost recovery. 

Wellington North approves budget, 3.2% tax levy increase

WELLINGTON NORTH – Wellington North council has approved the township's 2026 budget, including a tax levy increase of 3.16%. 

See all Wellington North area articles.

Editorial

Season of giving

Helping others is contagious this time of year.

The pickpocket

Travel anywhere crowds form and tourists are warned to watch for pickpockets.

In the darkness

Where there is one, there are usually more. That was the advice handed down in the truck as we headed off to practice. A good-sized buck ambled across the road not far from our farm.

Columnists

To Santa

By Kelly Waterhouse

Hey Big Guy, I hope this letter finds you jolly and that your reindeer are healthy and ready for the epic Christmas Eve world tour, where I know children anticipate your mysterious arrival and the subsequent leaving of presents. 

Fergus widow horrified at empty grave of husband

By Stephen Thorning

The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…

Palmerston railroad worker proved hard to track

By Stephen Thorning

The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…

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