GUELPH – Saying “yes” to Encore paid off for Bisrat Yemane of Guelph.
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Council supports application to sever Mapleton farm in half
MAPLETON – A farm between Moorefield and Conestogo Lake is set to be severed into two near-equal lots.
Town of Erin appoints director of community services
ERIN – The Town of Erin has appointed Jennifer McPetrie to the position of director of community services, effective Oct. 7.
Palmerston Big Dig 2026 business meeting in October
PALMERSTON – The Minto Chamber of Commerce is set to host its Big Dig 2026 business meeting regarding upcoming construction projects.
Canada Public Health offers mpox virus travel advice
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Mpox is a viral infection that causes a painful rash.
Speedside Church returns to its popular sit-down dinners
GUELPH/ERAMOSA – Speedside United Church is returning to pre-pandemic days as it offers its popular sit-down dinners once again.
Guelph seniors organize march and rally for climate action
GUELPH – Seniors in Guelph are using National Seniors Day and the International Day of Older Persons to call attention to what is described as “the worsening climate emergency” with a rally on Oct. 1.
Letter to the Editor: Youth centre thanks Kinsmen, firefighters, entertainers, businesses, community members
Twenty-five years is a long time for a youth centre to thrive in a small town. The Drayton Youth Centre has many people to thank for this longevity.
Sportsplex campground transformed into fairytale world during Enchanta Forest
FERGUS – There were plenty of places for photos at Enchanta on Sept. 20, and many attendees sprouted wings and pointy ears to get into the spirit of the event.
Mapleton to fill vacant council seat through application process
MAPLETON – A vacant council seat in the Township of Mapleton will be filled through an application process.
Fergus, Elora women warn others after receiving extortion scam email
CENTRE WELLINGTON – Two local women who were recently targeted by online scammers are sharing their story in hopes that others will not fall victim to the scam.
Township has beginnings of a plan for termites
ELORA – Staff presented a report to council on Sept. 16, explaining they have reached out to two termite control providers licensed to use Sentricon, a relatively new product only recently authorized for use in Canada.
Erin launches feedback website, will host open house after logo backlash
ERIN – Residents here will be getting an opportunity to voice their opinions in person and online regarding Erin’s new logo.
Grove Rockwood Sub-Hub opens at Rockmosa Community Centre
ROCKWOOD – Youth in Rockwood now have easier access to programs and services offered through the Grove Youth Wellness Hubs Ontario.
Parkinson’s group cycling across Canada meets with U of G researchers
Spinning Wheels, a Parkinson’s awareness cycling group, made a pit stop at the University of Guelph to meet with cardiovascular physiology researcher Dr. Philip Millar and his research team on Sept. 19.