GUELPH – The University of Guelph is hosting a field day Oct. 2 at the Ontario Beef Research Centre in Elora. The event will begin at 5pm and end around 7pm with a free pizza dinner.
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Neil Young tribute show at the Fergus Grand Theatre
FERGUS - Neil Young wasn’t really there, but those who attended After the Gold Rush at the Fergus Grand Theatre on Sept. 13 had a realistic exprience.
Two local athletes competing in Driving World Championship
NORMANDY – Two Wellington County women are part of a team of athletes taking part in the FEI Driving World Championship for single horses this week in France.
Police beat: ‘Offensive graffiti’
ERIN – Police are looking for help to find the person(s) responsible for graffiti found at a local business.
Local author Sandra Lovell shares the rich history of Ennotville in new release
ENNOTVILLE – Pride is what fueled Sandra Lovell’s newly released novelette and it’s also what kept this small community together throughout the decades.
Reflections
Getting ahead. Getting started. Getting it done. Getting better. Getting what you want. Getting your point across. Getting the last word. We are always getting after something.
Feast of Hops fundraiser to focus on youth needs
ERIN – An event filled with local beer, food and entertainment is coming back to Erin on Sept. 22.
ZED returns to the Fergus Grand Theatre
FERGUS – Canada’s Led Zeppelin tribute band, ZED, performed at the Fergus Grand Theatre on Sept. 14 to a large crowd of Zeppelin fans.
Declared
The Carpenter and I have entered year two of an NFL pool and this year, I’ve deflated my water-wings to dive in with an enthusiasm he wasn’t quite prepared for. Yep, this football season, I’m making waves.
Fergus Highland Rugby Club hosts annual Presidents Cup Game
FERGUS – Highland Rugby is set to host a President’s Cup Match, Beer and Bingo Night, on Sept. 28 at Victoria Park. Kickoff is set for 3pm, with an exciting match featuring club veterans, rookies and past legends, all battling it out for rugby glory. Spectators can expect an intense and entertaini
Arthur’s first ever Autofest a hit
ARTHUR – Attendees flooded the Arthur Community Fairgrounds to enjoy cars, music, food and beverages during the first Arthur Autofest on Sept.13.
Check out local food and farms on Fall Rural Romp
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Harvest season just might be the perfect time to check out some local farms, and people will have an opportunity to do just that during the annual Taste Real Fall Rural Romp.
Fergus Fall Fair Display Competition winners announced
FERGUS – The Fergus Agricultural Society has announced the results of the 2024 Fergus Fall Fair Display Competitions.
Free screening of Downie’s The Secret Path one of several local Culture Days events
CENTRE WELLINGTON – The theme of this year’s Culture Days is CommUNITY: A Melody of 25 years, which highlights the harmony, unity, and diversity in Centre Wellington, officials say.
Entrepreneurial boy’s business inspired by bond with horse
YORK REGION – When Phoenix McMillan’s horse, Harris, was diagnosed with Cushing’s disease, the then 12-year-old boy knew he needed to do something to help.