ELORA – Coming to a theatre near you, a theatre near you! The Gorge Cinema is set to re-open tomorrow – July 21 - after being closed almost steadily since the pandemic started in March 2020.
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Hiding in plain sight: is that beautiful bloom invasive?
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Invasive species displace native plants that are food sources for insects and animals. They impact crop production by invading farm fields and damage infrastructure such as buildings, sidewalks and roads.
Dixon Home Hardware celebrates 100 years in business
FERGUS – Locally owned and operated since 1923, Dixon Home Hardware is celebrating its 100-year anniversary this year.
Summer Concert Series returns for 10th season
WELLINGTON COUNTY — July 13 marked the beginning of the Summer Concert Series at the Wellington County Museum and Archives’ heritage barn in Fergus.
Wellington County Museum to host 47th annual car show
WELLINGTON COUNTY — On Aug. 27 from 1 to 4pm, the Wellington County Museum will be hosting its 47th annual Antique and Classic Car Show.
Residents hope ministry can find source of foul-smelling water
PUSLINCH – About 25 homes on Fielding Lane, south of Morriston, have had smelly water coming from their taps for a couple of weeks. The owners are seeking help from the Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (MECP) to determine the cause.
No changes coming to Wellington North electoral wards
KENILWORTH – Wellington North council recently discussed whether a need exists to reevaluate the township's electoral ward system, ultimately settling in favour of the status quo.
Fundraising for playground at Arthur school going well: VanGerven
KENILWORTH - Crystal VanGerven, an Arthur Public School parent council member leading a fundraising campaign for new playground equipment, recently delegated to Wellington North council to advocate for playgrounds.
Louise Marshall Hospital emergency department closing overnight on July 20
MOUNT FOREST – The emergency department at Louise Marshall Hospital will close overnight starting at 7pm on July 20 and reopen 12 hours later at 7am on July 21.
Mitchell enjoys 100th birthday at Donkey Sanctuary
PUSLINCH – Doreen Mitchell celebrated her 100th birthday at the Donkey Sanctuary of Canada on June 23.
‘Gus’ claims Wiener Dog Championship at raceway
ELORA – Gus, the four-year-old miniature dachshund, took home the grand prize at Grand River Raceway’s 2023 Wiener Dog Championship on July 14.
Proposed Mount Forest development stirs residents’ concerns
KENILWORTH – Wellington North council recently heard from Mount Forest residents who are concerned with the impact of a proposed 34-unit townhouse development.
Plants, planters vandalized in Fergus and Belwood
CENTRE WELLINGTON – The township has seen a rise in vandalism of planters ion Fergus and Belwood.
Family Fun Day planned July 29 at Minto Farmers’ Market
PALMERSTON – The Minto Farmers’ Market invites you to bring the whole family for a special Family Day event at the market.
Palmerston Food Bank relocated
MINTO – Minto council discussed the new location for the Palmerston Food Bank at its meeting on July 11.