NORTH WELLINGTON – On Oct. 18, the 24th Annual CKNX Health Care Heroes Radiothon broadcast on AM920, continuing its mission of support for local hospitals in mid-western Ontario.
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Proposed pedestrian bridge to enhance safety, trail experience
WELLESLEY – A proposed pedestrian and cyclist bridge, southeast of Mapleton, is set to become part of the Guelph to Goderich (G2G) Rail Trail.
Mapleside Industries’ expansion proposal topic of public meeting
MAPLETON – A business just north of Wallenstein is hoping to expand its operations.
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Township of Wellington North launches new Facebook page
WELLINGTON NORTH – The Township of Wellington North has launched a new Facebook page to stay connected with the community and share township news and information.
Flocking Holiday Home Tour set for Nov. 22
MOUNT FOREST – The 2025 Flocking Holiday Home Tour will take place at five different locations in Mount Forest and the surrounding area on Nov. 22 from 10am to 3pm.
Wellington Heights golf team wins district championship
MOUNT FOREST – The Wellington Heights Secondary School (WHSS) golf team had a successful season, winning the District Four Championship and performing well at the Central Western Ontario Secondary Schools Association (CWOSSA) competition.
Clifford’s first Halloween Harvest event slated for Oct. 25
CLIFFORD – A new Halloween event is making its way to the Clifford Rotary Celebration Square on Oct. 25.
Palmerston native Kyle Reaburn appointed school board trustee
GUELPH – Kyle Reaburn was appointed to fill a trustee vacancy at the Upper Grand District School Board during a special board meeting on Oct. 20.
Elora gets into character for 2025 Monster March
ELORA - The streets of downtown Elora were lined with spectators dressed in all fashion of costumes and makeup for the 2025 Monster March Parade on Oct. 18.
Arthur Chamber of Commerce celebrates local excellence at annual awards night
ARTHUR – Community leaders and entrepreneurs were recognized for their contributions to the community during the local Chamber of Commerce’s annual awards night on Oct. 15.
Mount Forest Chamber of Commerce honours the best of 2025
MOUNT FOREST – A large group gathered at the Legion here on Oct. 18 to celebrate individuals, organizations and businesses nominated to receive Chamber of Commerce awards of excellence.
‘It’s a dream’: Habitat for Humanity offers working people chance at home ownership
CENTRE WELLINGTON - Habitat for Humanity Guelph Wellington celebrated its newest build on Oct. 18. The 32-unit, three-storey stacked townhome development sits on an acre of land, formerly owned by A.O. Smith, on Garafraxa Street West in Fergus.
Owner charged after dog attack leaves one person, dog injured
FERGUS – Wellington County OPP officials say police responded to the incident, in a wooden area on Gauley Drive in Fergus, on Oct. 18 at about 7pm.
Anonymous donor matching arts centre donations until Nov. 15
ELORA – Each new donation to the expansion of the Elora Centre for the Arts from now to Nov. 15 will be matched dollar-for-dollar up to a maximum of $80,000.