GUELPH AND WELLINGTON COUNTY – The Rotary Club of Guelph Charitable Foundation is donating $288,000 to support The Grove Youth Wellness Hubs Ontario, Wellington Guelph’s newest youth wellness centre.
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PIN Volunteer Centre holding final meeting
GUELPH – The board of Directors of Guelph’s People and Information Network (PIN) will hold its final annual general meeting on June 22 at 10C Shared Space on Carden Street in Guelph at 4:30pm.
Open Mind: Follow your fire
I grew up on a small family farm, where our main enterprise was suckler farming.
A sad 19th century story – one close to columnist’s home
The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…
Lovers of the Birds: Common nighthawk
Before I could decide my topic for the June 2023 column my answer came. Our neighbour, Beverly, texted me having seen a common nighthawk. These birds are members of the Nightjar family. Her family had been enjoying a lovely evening sitting outside.
Centre Wellington hosts Ontario Shuffleboard Association Tournament
CENTRE WELLINGTON - The Centre Wellington Shuffleboard Club held a successful Ontario Shuffleboard Association Tournament with people attending from all over Ontario.
Tree walkers explore Elora
Three times a year the NeighbourWoods group sponsors a walk in Centre Wellington as a chance to get out, enjoy the fresh air, and learn more about the trees and fauna in the area.
Upcoming auditions for two shows with Elmira Theatre Company
ELMIRA – The Elmira Theatre Company is looking for actors to audition for two upcoming productions: Ed’s Garage and Pearl Gidley.
Research award recipient will tackle livestock disease
ELORA – University of Guelph researcher Emma Borkowski, who is focusing on a pathogens in ruminant livestock is the winner of this year’s Early Career Research Award.
Special Recognition for Erin Agricultural Society volunteer Eileen Brown
Volunteer recognition – Eileen Brown, a long-time volunteer of more than 42 years with the Erin Agricultural Society, was acknowledged for her dedication at the Erin Fairgrounds on June 11.
Reflections: Disagreeing well
At a recent All Party Parliamentary Interfaith Caucus meeting, I was intrigued to hear MPs recognize the importance of disagreements. In fact, they emphasized that within a healthy democracy disagreement is necessary.
Wellington Creates meeting June 15
GUELPH – Wellington Creates, a network of creatives and economic leaders interested in bringing film, music and television productions to Wellington County, is meeting at the Wellington County Library Hillsburgh Branch (9 Station Street) on June 15 from 6 to 8:30pm.
Elora Centre for the Arts receives generous donation
CENTRE WELLINGTON – On June 6, 100 Women Who Care Centre Wellington presented a cheque for $11,300 to the Elora Centre for the Arts.
Group offers information to help seniors with mental health
TORONTO – The Canadian Coalition for Seniors’ Mental Health (CCSMH) has practical tools for older adults, their families, and health care providers to better support their mental well-being.
Stand United in Minto gathering celebrates diversity
HARRISTON – The Town of Minto and the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion committee welcome all to join them for an evening of celebration and to stand united against hate and discrimination on June 28, from 6:30 to 8:30pm.