WELLINGTON COUNTY – The County of Wellington has made a conditional commitment to direct $1.6 million in federal funding over two years for development of affordable rental housing to an existing seniors housing project under development by St. Joseph’s Housing Corporation.
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They may not be visible, but homeless youth still here in Wellington County
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Chrissy Scott is worried. As the project coordinator for the Rural Emphasis program that focuses on youth homelessness, she knows there are between 60 and 100 homeless youth in Wellington County on any given day.
Don’t throw out that lottery ticket
WELLINGTON COUNTY – If you bought a Knights of Columbus lottery ticket for a draw date of May…
Tree Trust wants to hear stories about favourite trees
ELORA - As car and plane travel has decreased due to COVID-19, so has the need for offsetting carbon emissions from travel.
Pettapiece lauds efforts of local long-term care workers
QUEEN’S PARK – Perth-Wellington MPP Randy Pettapiece recognized the leadership and sacrifice of staff at long-term care homes throughout his riding in a June 24 statement in the Ontario legislature.
Fruit and vegetable sector stands with Ontario’s plan to protect agri-food employees
GUELPH – Ontario’s fruit and vegetable growers (OFVGA) say in a June 29 announcement the…
OMAFRA report: First Trioloiate is the best time to roll soybeans
A weekly report prepared by the staff of the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs…
Belwood homeowner proudly displays antique tractors
Tractor time – George Giles, of Belwood, has added some character to his front lawn by…
Minto Farmer’s Market re-opened on June 20
Minto market – The Minto Farmer’s Market re-opened for the season on June 20, with physical…
Mount Forest Family Health Team updating policies and practices for providing services
WELLINGTON NORTH - With the move to stage two of the COVID-19 reopening in Ontario, the Mount Forest Family Health Team is updating the way it is providing services. The update also changes how people access LifeLabs services at Claire Stewart Medical Clinic.
MP gives graduation gift to Palmerston student
Congratulations – Perth-Wellington MP John Nater surprised Palmerston’s John Portelance on June…
Elora and Salem Horticultural Society celebrates 170th anniversary
ELORA – The Elora and Salem Horticultural Society turns 170 this year, making it one of the…
McArthur celebrates 46th birthday social-distancing style
Happy birthday – Colin McArthur celebrated his 46th birthday on June 27 in Acton. Many…
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Centre Wellington run Virtual Camp URU
FERGUS – Big Brothers Big Sisters of Centre Wellington is running their Camp URU for summer…
UGDSB offering summer supports for students with mental health needs, special education needs
GUELPH – The Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB) is offering a number of supports for students and families throughout the summer months.