PALMERSTON – A Mapleton man was charged with assault following a recent incident at a local park.
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Business Centre event celebrates International Women’s Day
GUELPH – The Business Centre Guelph-Wellington is getting ready to celebrate International Women’s Day with a dinner event showcasing local organizations that support women in the community.
Mount Forest Legion pledges $2,500 towards new pool
MOUNT FOREST – The Fred Campbell VC Royal Canadian Legion Branch 134 has pledged to donate $2,500 over the next five years toward a new outdoor pool for Mount Forest.
Guelph resident wins big with Millionaire Multiplier
GUELPH – Brian Moore of Guelph is a millionaire thanks to a spur-of-the-moment decision to buy a Millionaire Multiplier ticket rather than a Lotto 6/49 ticket, which he usually does.
Trudeau, Poilievre, Singh all viewed negatively by majority of Canadians
VANCOUVER – The holidays are often a season of reflection, but for Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, the scale of personal deliberation is reportedly going to be gargantuan, as he will decide whether or not to lead his party into the next election or to step aside for a new Liberal leader.
Puslinch seeking public comment on proposed budget
PUSLINCH – The Township of Puslinch has launched its annual community engagement survey on the township’s proposed budget at EngagePuslinch.ca.
Drain to be realigned for roundabout at Wellington Roads 8, 9
MAPLETON – “This has been a long time coming,” said public works director Jamie Morgan about the Faulkner drain improvement and realignment, noting there have been conversations about the project for more than 10 years.
Home builders join forces to feed hospital staff over Christmas
GUELPH — Guelph home builder Terra View Homes, in partnership with The Foundation of Guelph General Hospital and other community sponsors, provided a traditional holiday dinner to Guelph General Hospital staff for the sixth consecutive year this Christmas.
Reflections
As for you, because of the blood of my covenant with you, I will free your prisoners from the waterless pit. (Zech. 9:11)
Ken Thompson becomes a lifetime member
Wellington North – Mount Forest Legion past president Ken Thompson, left, is officially a lifetime member. The honour was presented recently by current Mount Forest Branch 134 president George Gerrard, right.
Belwood Lake Car Club donates to Centre Wellington Food Bank
CENTRE WELLINGTON – Members of the Belwood Lake Car Club delivered a cheque for $3,000 to the Centre Wellington Food Bank on Nov. 20.
Elora Rockers donate $ 5,000 to Aboyne Rural Hospice
ELORA – The Elora Rockers donated $ 5,000 to the Aboyne Rural Hospice at their annual Christmas dinner on Dec. 13 at the Elora Legion.
Morton nominated as Ontario Green Party candidate in Perth–Wellington
STRATFORD – Ian Morton has been nominated as the Green Party candidate for Perth–Wellington in the upcoming provincial election.
Chalmers Fuels pledged $100,000 to Palmerston and District Hospital Foundation’s MRI+ Campaign
PALMERSTON – Chalmers Fuels has added to its $25,000 donation from last Christmas with a pledge for $100,000 to the Palmerston and District Hospital Foundation’s MRI+ Campaign.
Holiday light contest winners
MOUNT FOREST – Three winners have been chosen for the “Turn On Your Lights” holiday decorating competition.