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WELLINGTON COUNTY – Water users throughout the Grand River watershed are being asked to cut their consumption by 10 per cent, due to dry conditions as a result of low precipitation and high air temperatures this summer.

First it was Glen Allan, last week was Arthur. Thieves took off with historical plaques for reasons unknown. 

GUELPH – The Upper Grand District School Board is accepting submissions to fill the vacant trustee position representing the City of Guelph (Ward 6) and the Township of Puslinch for the remainder of the term of office ending November 14, 2026. 

WELLINGTON COUNTY – It’s back-to-school time and here’s what parents/guardians should know before students return.

My one and only vacation of the year is happening while you’re reading this. I’ve earned it. I plan to enjoy it, quietly. I’m eager to turn my phone off. Power down. Spirit up. Recharge. 

GUELPH – A Guelph man has been arrested after a teenaged employee of a south-end business was shown a pornographic image by an adult customer.

CENTRE WELLINGTON – Artistic director Mark Vuorinen and The Elora Singers have announced the 2025-2026 concert program, set to be a full season of musical discovery.

ERIN – Police are once again warning county residents about scams after a resident was unsuccessfully targeted last week.

CENTRE WELLINGTON – Backwoods Barbie: Canada’s #1 Tribute to Dolly Parton returns to the Fergus Grand Theatre on Sept. 27 for an evening celebrating the music, heart and legacy of the Queen of Country herself, officials state. 

The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…

MOUNT FOREST – Crime Stoppers Guelph Wellington (CSGW) is hosting two paper shredding events this September.