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Centre offers tips for staying well while physical distancing
WELLINGTON COUNTY – The world seems to be full of things that we can’t do right now due to…
Car rally shows some love for healthcare workers
Car rally - Frontline health care workers stood outside Groves hospital on April 26 as about 100 vehicles passed by displaying messages of support and gratitude.
Province announces measures to protect vulnerable people during pandemic
TORONTO — The Ontario government has announced a new plan to help better protect vulnerable…
Harriston Preschool plans bottle drive on Saturday
HARRISTON – Harriston Preschool is holding a bottle drive on May 2 to raise funds for the…
This is the year to give gardening a try
HILLSBURGH – Hey first-time gardeners. Thinking about planting a vegetable garden this summer?…
Province, feds partner to create commercial rent relief program
TORONTO — Small businesses and landlords across the province are getting a helping hand from the…
Province calls for innovative solutions to combat COVID-19
TORONTO — The provincial government is calling on research, post-secondary and non-profit…
Donations ‘through the ceiling’ at food banks throughout Wellington County
FERGUS – Seven weeks into the COVID-19 pandemic, Fred Aleksandrowicz finds himself saying things he can hardly remember saying before: the cupboards are well-stocked and no, we don’t need any volunteers.
Former employee accused of fraud, charged with arson in Highland Pines fire
CENTRE WELLINGTON - A former Highland Pines employee has been accused of fraud and also charged with arson in connection with a fire at the campground on Saturday.
ETFO members vote to ratify deal with province
TORONTO - The Elementary Teachers’ Federation of Ontario (ETFO) has ratified central agreements with the province of Ontario.
Mapleton cancels Canada Day celebration
MAPLETON - The Township of Mapleton has cancelled its annual Canada Day celebration and fireworks display.
Mount Forest COVID-19 assessment centre tested 70 people in first week
MOUNT FOREST – The Mount Forest COVID-19 Assessment Centre saw a total of 73 people during its first week of operations, and tested 70 of those for the virus.
Strathcona Long-Term Care now has confirmed case of COVID-19
MOUNT FOREST - A staff member at Strathcona Long-Term Care has tested positive for COVID-19.
Nine vehicles stolen, eight damaged at Reliable Ford on weekend
FERGUS - Police are looking for clues after nine vehicles were stolen and eight vehicles were damaged here over the weekend.