Festival fun – The annual Fergus Cogs and Clockwork Steampunk Festival took place Sept. 6 as steampunk enthusiasts and curious onlookers filled Fergus’ downtown strip. The event featured over 50 vendors selling various wares including crafts, clothing and unique art pieces.
News
Dufferin Farm Tour runs rain or shine
DUFFERIN – The Dufferin Farm Tour, established in 1998 by a group of dedicated farmers, was created to bridge the gap between rural and urban communities.
Catholic school board hires Indigenous student support worker
GUELPH – Sylvia Kablutsiak is joining the Wellington Catholic District School Board as an Indigenous student support worker.
‘Gourd’ times to be had at this year’s Grand Valley Fall Fair
GRAND VALLEY – “Gourd” times are sure to be had at this year’s Grand Valley Fall Fair.
Police officer elbowed
GUELPH – A Puslinch man faces charges after a police officer was elbowed in the head during a recent arrest.
Sock it
I knew summer was over before it was over, kind of like how I knew that college boyfriend relationship was over before the end of first term, but with more dread and less drama. Good things come to an end to make way for better things.
Minto hosts community accessibility presentation
PALMERSTON – The Town of Minto Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee is offering a special Community Accessibility Presentation featuring accessibility advocate and consultant Julie Sawchuk of Sawchuk Accessible Solutions.
Reflections
“In the multitude of my thoughts within me thy comforts delight my soul” (Psalm 94:19).
Mid-Day Music at Melville by Brad Halls returns to Fergus
FERGUS – The fourth season of the Mid-Day Music at Melville returns to Melville United Church on Oct. 1, from noon to 1pm.
Reality strikes
In recent weeks it seems a light has turned on for some new home buyers and local councils: high density equals little parking. Rockwood, Erin, Centre Wellington and no doubt other spots that have had big-builder subdivisions pop up in recent years all sing the same tune.
Fergus Agricultural Society recognizes lifetime volunteers
FERGUS – The Fergus Agricultural Society has honoured three community members with lifetime memberships.
Classics line downtown Fergus for annual car show
Serious muscle – The 28th annual downtown Fergus car show, held by the Fergus Business Improvement Association, took place on Sept. 5 with over 100 vehicles displayed on St. Andrew Street.
Township abandons portion of Arthur drain
KENILWORTH – Wellington North council has agreed to abandon a portion of a drain in Arthur, at the property owners’ request.
Folklore Junction releases debut album
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Local band Folklore Junction has released their debut album, Not This Time.
Wellington North sells small plot of land in Mount Forest
KENILWORTH – The township of Wellington North will add $2,000 to its coffers after selling a small strip of land in Mount Forest.
