The Highland Games, fall fairs and packed public events – it seems like things are back to normal.
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Reflections: What God really says about our use of money
Luke 16:1-36 at first view looks like a conundrum. It sounds like God is affirming unethical…
Crimestoppers holding annual shredding event in Guelph Sept. 24
GUELPH - To combat identity theft, Crimestoppers Guelph Wellington has teamed up with a secure mobile shredding service that allows community members to bring their personal papers for shredding right on site.
Fergus Legion hosts ceremony in memory of Queen Elizabeth II
FERGUS – The Fergus Legion was one of several groups in the area to offer a ceremony on Monday in memory of Queen Elizabeth ll.
Retired teacher receives leadership award he created 30 years ago
GUELPH – It was more than fitting that the creator of the Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic High School’s National Leadership Award would actually receive the honour himself.
Wellington OPP continue investigating cause of collision that sent driver to hospital
WELLINGTON NORTH - Two vehicles collided around 5:30am at Wellington Road 16 and Line 2, near Damascus on Sept. 16, according to a press release from Wellington County OPP.
Stove-top fire in Fergus results in smoke damage
FERGUS – Centre Wellington Fire and Rescue Services responded to a report of a fire at a Victoria Terrace home at around 11:49am on Sept. 16. The fire was already out when firefighters arrived, and smoke was ventilated from the home.
Legion Week an opportunity for branches to connect with community
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Local branches of the Royal Canadian Legion are joining branches around the province in celebrating Legion Week from Sept. 18 to 24.
Winter ice season plan presented to Minto council
MINTO – Ice will be installed in two of the town’s three arenas in time for the beginning of the winter sports season. However, like the past two seasons, a plan is in place to install ice at the Clifford arena later in the year if demand warrants it.
Transitional housing development can proceed with new land tribunal ruling
GUELPH – A recent Ontario Land Tribunal ruling allowing Wellington County to proceed with turning a vacant Guelph building into transitional housing for the homeless has some Guelph residents rattled and the municipalities celebrating.
Power of One award goes to Centre Wellington Minor Lacrosse Association
CENTRE WELLINGTON – The Centre Wellington Minor Lacrosse Association has received the Power of One Award from Here4Hope.
Local author Rio Youers signs two-book deal with HarperCollins
ELORA – Local author Rio Youers has signed a new two-book deal with publishing powerhouse HarperCollins (U.S.).
Body found in Elora Gorge on Thursday
ELORA – Police are investigating after the body of a 67-year-old Waterloo man was found in the Elora Gorge. Officials say emergency crews were called to the scene near John Street in Elora on Sept. 15 at about 2:40pm.
Terry Fox Runs take place across county Sept. 18
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Several municipalities across Wellington County will be partaking in the…
Drayton mural project moving forward
MAPLETON – A colorful new mural will soon decorate a section of Drayton’s downtown.