ONTARIO – It’s election time in Ontario, and across the province, candidates have started meeting with voters and sharing their platforms.
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Caressant Care staff recognized for year without outbreak
ARTHUR – Efforts of staff at Arthur’s Caressant Care long-term care home to keep residents safe and healthy are paying off.
Applications open for Mayor’s Charity Golf Tournament
MINTO – Plans are already underway for the 15th annual Mayor’s Charity Golf Tournament on Aug. 7 at Pike Lake Golf and County Club in Clifford.
Big Brothers Big Sisters hosts volleyball fundraiser
CENTRE WELLINGTON – Big Brothers Big Sisters of Centre Wellington (BBBS) held a fundraising volleyball tournament at Elora Public School on Feb. 8.
Stunning Elora sunset
ELORA – A recent sunset was captured west of Wellington Road 7 in Elora.
Fergus Curling Club hosts annual 1834 Classic bonspiel
FERGUS – On Jan. 11, the Fergus Curling Club hosted its annual 1834 Classic bonspiel, with team Smeltzeron winning the event.
Three-in-five PC voters, 78% of Ontarians say election called to serve Ford’s interests
VANCOUVER – After meeting with the nation’s provincial leaders and the prime minister on Jan. 15, Ontario Premier Doug Ford said that it was time to put Canada first, even ahead of provincial interests, in dealing with tariff threats from American President Donald Trump.
Winter activities at Grand River Conservation Areas
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Winter activities are well underway at the six Grand River Conservation Areas that are open year-round, including Belwood Lake, Guelph Lake, Laurel Creek, Pinehurst Lake, Rockwood and Shade’s Mills conservation areas.
Peaceful Rockwood hike
ROCKWOOD – The Rockwood Conservation Area was a beautiful, quiet place on Feb. 8. These folks enjoyed a hike on the trails.
Erin staff gain authority to administer boundary road agreements
ERIN – During the town’s first meeting of the year, council discussed various boundary road agreements with neighbouring municipalities.
Cold, snowy winter great for trees: arborist
GUELPH – According to University of Guelph arboretum expert Alison Morrison, this year’s record breaking snow could be a boon for tree health.
Provincial debates
PERTH-WELLINGTON – The Ontario provincial election is coming fast, with only two weeks left for candidates to persuade voters before the election on Feb. 27.
No-show Joe
“I can’t vote Conservative this time” is a sentiment that is catching on – and for good reason.
Community FEWD program faces $60,000 budget shortfall
GUELPH – Local food security program Community FEWD (Food Equity With Dignity) is facing a $60,000 budget shortfall for 2025.
Erin hires facilities, parks operations supervisor
ERIN – The Town of Erin has hired Jason Falk as its operations supervisor, facilities and parks, effective March 10.