GUELPH – Wellington County politicians aren’t declaring intimate partner violence an epidemic – for now at least.
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Mount Forest cemetery fees increasing; entrance repairs expected this summer
KENILWORTH – Wellington North staff began exploring a full-cost-recovery model for the Mount Forest cemetery during the winter, with subsequent reports to council on fee increases needed to get there, and historical operating costs, comparisons with other cemeteries, and a proposed increase schedule
Government claims new bill will tackle proliferation of hateful online content
OTTAWA – The Liberal government has introduced Bill C-63, the Online Harms Act, which the government says will safeguard Canadians from online hate and protect children online.
Ospringe youth experiences town hall in Erin ‘Mayor for a day’ contest
ERIN – Oh, to be the mayor of Erin, if only for a day.
Police beat: Break-in, stolen bike
MAPLETON – A London man has been charged in connection with a break-in at a rural home here last month,
County to spend $1.7 million on four plow trucks
GUELPH – Wellington County council has authorized a $1.73-million purchase order for four new plow trucks.
St. Joseph’s Parish Catholic Women’s League celebrates 100th anniversary
FERGUS – On March 14, the St. Joseph’s Parish Catholic Women’s League (CWL) celebrated its 100th anniversary.
CVC spring safety tips
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Credit Valley Conservation (CVC) reminds residents of dangers near rivers, streams, ponds and lakes this time of year, and urges people to keep family and pets away from the edges of all waterways.
Dangerous territory
Any time governments rush in to limit speech, a free citizenry should be wary.
Seasonal
Thank you, Spring, for taking this meeting with me. Please be seated. I feel like it’s best to start the season off on equal footing. I’d like to take this opportunity to discuss our expectations and target outcomes for the next quarter.
The ‘write’ path to mental well-being
If someone asked “How was your day?” and you answered honestly, what would you say?
Events of 1954 signalled changes for Palmerston
The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…
“Double Trouble” Mixed Doubles Bonspiel winners
FERGUS – The Fergus Curling Club hosted its annual “Double Trouble” Mixed Doubles Bonspiel on Feb. 24.
CSC offers tips on medication management for seniors
OTTAWA – Canada Safety Council is offering medication management tips to avoid unintended consequences or side-effects.
Camera club celebrates Marjorie Dow’s 100th birthday
FERGUS – Longtime Fergus Camera Club member Marjorie (Marj) Dow celebrated her 100th birthday on March 8 – and the club threw her a surprise at its meeting three days later.