KITCHENER – The Elora Singers pull back the curtain for their 2024-25 concert series Oct. 20 with Songs of Sanctuary, a concert consisting of composed pieces inspired by sacred spaces such as the Sistine Chapel and Notre Dame.
News
Studio Kampina Vintage: out with the new, in with the old
ELORA – Nestled into Elora’s downtown strip Studio Kampina Vintage has been serving the community for nearly five years. What began as racks of scattered clothing tucked into owner Jacquelyn Van Kampen’s living room, has transformed into an established vintage storefront.
Minister highlights new business supports
BRAMPTON – On Oct. 4 in Brampton, Diversity Minister Kamal Khera and Brampton Centre MP Shafqat Ali highlighted the federal government’s new support to help small- and medium-sized businesses.
Mapleton council approves process for filling vacant seat
MAPLETON – Since former councillor Martin Tamlyn’s resignation in September, there has been a vacant seat on Mapleton council.
Wellington North Mayor’s Charity Bonspiel hits the ice on Nov. 21
WELLINGTON NORTH – The Wellington North community is gearing up for a day of curling, camaraderie, and charity at the second annual Mayor’s Charity Bonspiel, taking place on Nov. 21, at the Mount Forest Curling Club.
Speed cameras coming soon, signs warn
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Every municipality in the county is getting a speed camera early next year, and this month signs are being posted to let people know where they will be located.
Sleeman Breweries and Guelph Community Foundation offer $40K for clean water initiatives
GUELPH – An exciting new grant opportunity has been launched for Canadian charities.
Police beat: Object thrown at vehicle from overpass in Guelph: OPP
GUELPH – Guelph Police are investigating after a south-end convenience store was robbed early Monday.
Saugeen bus tour features Wellington North, Minto
NORTH WELLINGTON – The 2024 Saugeen Culture Bus Tour is scheduled for Oct. 26.
Opportunity for Minto, Wellington North entrepreneurs
NEUSTADT – Inspired by Dragon’s Den, The Hawks’ Nest is a competition where entrepreneurs pitch business ideas in an effort to secure financial support from “Hawk” investors.
Crime of the Week
ERIN – Sometime during the early morning hours on Sept. 27, an arson took place in the Erin Glen subdivision.
Geddes began Elora career when men his age retired
The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who passed away on Feb. 23, 2015.
LongRun Farm hosts graduate show and open house
ERIN – LongRun Farm is hosting a graduate show and open house on Oct. 19 from 9:30am to 2:30pm.
Reflections
’What You Got’ Does the phrase “you don’t know what you got ‘til it’s gone” ring a bell with you?
First steps, common mistakes: Building a small business
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Taking the plunge into starting your own business can be a rewarding adventure.