TORONTO — The province has announced changes to its COVID-19 testing and isolation guidelines and has also delayed the return to school by two days.
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Fergus resident researching pandemic’s impact on rural communities
GUELPH - Fergus resident Leith Deacon has embarked on a mass survey mailout to investigate the pandemic’s impact on rural communities in southwestern Ontario.
Local softball player receives OASA scholarship
MOOREFIELD – Tyler Franklin has been shining on and off the field throughout 2021.
Trees for Tots continues to support local children, youth in its 10th year
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Now in its 10th year, the Children’s Foundation of Guelph and Wellington will once again be running its Trees for Tots program in support of local children and youth.
Snowmobile club holding Christmas tree fundraiser
CENTRE WELLINGTON – On Jan. 8 the Fergus Elora Belwood (FEB) Snowmobile Club will be collecting natural Christmas trees throughout the area for a club fundraiser.
Northwind Bison in Mapleton is where the buffalo roam
MAPLETON - Amanda and Shane Stege are farmers of a different breed, raising North America’s largest land mammal on their Mapleton farm.
Jim Black making waves in Elora
ELORA - Jim Black is kind of a superstar in these parts and for an 89-year-old in a wheelchair, he can sure attract a crowd.
Province pauses visits to long-term care facilities effective Dec. 30
TORONTO – Visitor restrictions for long-term care facilities across the province are being reinstated effective Dec. 30.
Former musician finds success with award-winning hot sauce
MAPLETON - For Erik Begg and his wife Nina, what began as a backyard hobby has now blossomed into an award-winning business.
Domm construction awarded contract for Palmerston arena/ballfield upgrades
MINTO – Domm Construction was awarded the contract for a $2-million expansion and enhancement project at the Palmerston arena and ball field.
Elora Rocks optimistic after strong start to season
ELORA – After winning 13 of their first 15 games, the Elora Rocks are sitting atop the standings of the Western Ontario Super Hockey League (WOSHL) at the season’s unofficial halfway point.
Township, Green Legacy partner on street planting
ELORA – Centre Wellington officials say a street tree planting partnership with Wellington County’s Green Legacy Program will have numerous benefits for residents, trees and the environment.
COVID-19 outbreak declared at Guelph General Hospital
GUELPH – In consultation with Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health, Guelph General Hospital declared a COVID-19 outbreak on its 4 East unit after two patients and one staff member tested positive.
Winter Wonderland in Rockwood
Winter wonderland – Jack and Grace Geldart show off a snowman family, including a pet, on…
Winners of Harriston Shines Christmas decorating competition announced
Harriston Shines - Amielya Gilmore and Ethan Alder were the winners of the Old Fashioned Christmas category of the Harriston Shines Christmas decorating competition.