WELLINGTON COUNTY – As June is Seniors Month in Ontario, the OPP would like to raise awareness about frauds that target Ontario seniors.
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Police beat: Mischief, assault charges
PALMERSTON – On June 8 at about 7:45pm, Wellington County OPP responded to a report of a person causing a disturbance at a business on Main Street West here.
Peonies in the park
CENTRE WELLINGTON - Peony lovers should get themselves to Terry Fox Park, at the corner of Beatty Line and St. Andrew St. West, as soon as possible.
Tree planting at the Fergus Dog Park
FERGUS – Volunteer Theresa Evan helps to plant trees at the Fergus Dog Park on May 12.
‘Little Cliff’ brings comfort, joy, purpose to Wellington Terrace residents
ABOYNE – Cliff is a “certified good boy,” said Wellington Terrace recreational therapist Caitlyn Cheyne.
Portage Ontario opens new office
GUELPH – May 25 marked the opening of Portage Ontario’s Guelph office for youth and families living with substance use disorder.
Clifford Carnival Celebration
CLIFFORD – Clifford Rotary Celebration Square was officially opened during the annual Clifford Carnival Celebration on June 10.
Mount Forest Lions donate to curling club
MOUNT FOREST – Mount Forest Lions Club President George Laurencic, right, presented the Mount Forest Curling Club with a donation of $5,000 towards its capital project.
Adventurer known for canoeing expeditions, metallic miniatures
ELORA – George Caesar has been embarking on canoe trips for 75 years.
Tim Hortons raises $183,000 with Smile Cookie Campaign
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Tim Hortons restaurants in Guelph and Wellington County collectively raised $183,000 through the national Smile Cookie campaign, including over $30,000 at the Fergus and Elora locations.
Royal Canadian Legion Branch of Arthur donates to Louise Marshall Hospital
WELLINGTON NORTH – Royal Canadian Legion Branch 226 of Arthur presented Louise Marshall Hospital with $1,500 on May 17, as part of the Legion’s commitment to supporting the community.
Exceptional examples
It is time for a new outlook on an old problem.
Robert Munsch among storytellers at this year’s Tea ‘n Tales series
GUELPH - The Guelph Enabling Garden and the Guelph Guild of Storytellers are delighted to announce that Tea ‘n’ Tales is back for its 15th season, and it’s bigger and better than ever.
Haze
The white lace curtains that hung over the window overlooking my desk were moving slowly, in and out, as if breathing.