WELLINGTON COUNTY - Grand River Conservation Authority (GRCA) officials say they will restrict access or close parks altogether if visitors continue to break the rules.
News
Ontario extends emergency orders to June 19
TORONTO — The Ontario government has again extended the length of current emergency orders.
Arrest made in heavy equipment theft that sparked massive police response
CLIFFORD – A heavy equipment theft in Brant Township ended with the arrest of a Brockton man near here on June 5.
Thousands converge at Guelph City Hall for Black Lives Matter rally and march
GUELPH – The Black Lives Matter message was spoken, sung, shouted and roared through the streets of downtown Guelph on Saturday afternoon in a passionate and peaceful demonstration that began at city hall.
Puslinch supports Mapleton’s call for review of farm tax rate program
PUSLINCH - A resolution from Mapleton Township and a committee report from the County of Wellington both sparked conversation at Puslinch council’s June 3 meeting.
Minto projects $250,000 budget impact from COVID-19
MINTO – A treasury department report is tentatively projecting a combined $250,000 bottom line impact from COVID-19 on operations and water budgets for the municipality.
Town of Erin cancels summer camps
ERIN - The Town of Erin has cancelled town-run camps this summer.
Elora Mill the host venue for final episode of Top Chef Canada
ELORA – Fans of the reality show Top Chef Canada might recognize the backdrop of the Season 8 finale.
Centre Wellington cancels summer camps, rentals, senior programming, events
CENTRE WELLINGTON – The township has officially cancelled all township-run summer programs due to…
Black Lives Matter movement comes to Guelph, Wellington County
Mya Slocombe, left, and Monica Paynter installed a Back Lives Matter sign next to Victoria Park in Fergus on June 4. The Guelph Black Heritage Society (GBHS) is organizing a Black Lives Matter rally in Guelph on June 6.
Standard Broadband planning $2.5-million fibre optic internet project in Puslinch
PUSLINCH - Acton-based company says project will start in early August, with the first connections available as early as mid-September.
Rabid bat found in neighbouring Dufferin County
WELLINGTON COUNTY - Public health officials are offering a warning about rabid animals after a bat tested positive for rabies in neighbouring Dufferin County.
GRCA cancels all summer day camps
WELLINGTON COUNTY - The Grand River Conservation Authority (GRCA) has cancelled all day camps this summer.
Health unit has started its regular mosquito larvicide program
WELLINGTON COUNTY - The program aims to reduce mosquito populations suspected of carrying West Nile virus.
Local doctor receives national Rural Long Service Award
PALMERSTON – Dr. Christopher Cressey has been recognized for his lengthy service to patients in rural communities.