NIAGARA FALLS – Ontario’s agri-food sector will come together this fall for the first-ever Agri-Food 2050, a one-day industry event dedicated to envisioning the future of food and farming.
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The Jarrell Family Foundation make $250,000 gift to St. Joseph’s Health Centre Foundation Guelph
GUELPH – St. Joseph’s Health Centre Foundation has announced a $250,000 gift from the Jarrell Family Foundation in support of the Building Better Healthcare Campaign.
Town, UGDSB sign agreement for Minto-Clifford Public School walkway
MINTO – Town council here has approved a maintenance and easement agreement with the Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB) to determine responsibilities for Minto-Clifford Public School’s walkway services.
Reviewing the Orange Order in Wellington County
The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…
Helper Bees seek shoe donations for people in need
GUELPH – The Helper Bees Outreach Program of the Church of Apostles wants to collect 250 pairs of shoes or boots to distribute to the community.
Seniors community Canada Day celebration
GUELPH – The Silver Maple Seniors Community and the Residents of St. Joseph’s, located in the north end of Guelph, held a Canada Day celebration within the community.
City of Guelph and Musagates Fund awards $4,000 to Focus on Nature
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Focus on Nature announced the City of Guelph Community Grant and the Musagates Fund has awarded a total of $4,000.
Registration open for Paul Walker Memorial Golf Tournament
CENTRE WELLINGTON – The Centre Wellington Chamber of Commerce is holding its annual Paul Walker Memorial Golf Tournament at Wildwinds Golf Links Aug. 15.
Elora Festival kicks off with The Genius of Mozart
ELORA – This year’s Elora Festival began with a nearly full Gambrel Barn on July 11 for the Opening Night Gala: The Genius of Mozart.
OPINION: Ontario farm leaders help future doctors experience rural life
ONTARIO – Healthcare is a top-of-mind issue for many Ontarians, especially at times when we’re in need of medical care.
Royal Reach raises over $130,000 for KidsAbility’s Project Impact
GUELPH – A sold-out crowd gathered at Cutten Fields for the fourth annual Royal Reach Gala, raising over $130,000 in support of Project ImPACT (Improving Parents as Communication Teachers)
Dulce Heaven Cookies and Scoops receives patio grant
PALMERSTON – Town council approved a patio grant during a July 8 meeting.
Ed Benjamins appointed to committee of adjustment
MAPLETON – Council here has appointed Ed Benjamins as the replacement member of the township’s committee of adjustment.
Water Watchers to Ontario Government: water permits are not transferable assets
GUELPH – Wellington Water Watchers (WWW)is calling on the Ontario Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (MECP) to immediately withdraw its Environmental Registry proposal 025-0730, which would allow water taking permits to become transferable assets.
OPINION: Why safety can’t take a summer break: how farmers are stepping up with local training, awareness projects
ONTARIO – It’s been a deadly year so far for farm-related accidents on Ontario roads and farms – you only have to follow the news to see tragic stories make headlines.