WELLINGTON COUNTY - Crime Stoppers Guelph Wellington (CSGW) partnered with Victim Services Wellington and Wellington County OPP to create Fraud Talk, designed to help victims of this crime, and reduce the chance of being targeted by fraudsters.
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Fraudsters beware: seniors learn to spot and stop scams
FERGUS – March is Fraud Prevention Month in Canada and on March 8, St. James Anglican Church held a fraud prevention and awareness presentation.
Statistics show 2022 strong year for Crime Stoppers Guelph Wellington
WELLINGTON COUNTY - In 2022 Crime Stoppers Guelph Wellington reports $26,565 worth of property was recovered through investigative efforts and $81,954 in drugs for a total of $108,519.
Crime Stoppers Month celebrates 35th anniversary
Standing together against crime – The Crime Stoppers flag was proudly raised in front of the…
Over 90% of Amber Alerts lead to child’s safe recovery
ORILLIA – Police say Amber Alerts really do make a difference in saving the lives of children.
Winter storm batters region, plays havoc with holiday travel
WELLINGTON COUNTY – A major snowstorm disrupted Christmas plans and stranded travellers across the region between Dec. 23 and 26.
Poverty Elimination Task Force releases warm-up locations for homeless
WELLINGTON COUNTY – The Guelph and Wellington Task Force for Poverty Elimination is working with a number of local organizations to develop Community Cold Weather Response Plans for individuals experiencing homelessness in Guelph and Wellington County.
Closures anticipated around Wellington County due to major storm
WELLINGTON COUNTY – With a major storm warning issued by Environment Canada for the province, including the local region, numerous closures have been announced with more expected as the storm progresses.
Maryborough students take part in ‘Shop with a Cop and Firefighter’ event
‘Shop with a Cop and Firefighter’ – Maryborough Public School Grade 6 students had an opportunity to shop with some Wellington County OPP officers and Mapleton firefighters at Foodland in Drayton on Dec. 20.
Local Crimestoppers wins provincial, international awards
WELLINGTON COUNTY - Crime Stoppers Guelph Wellington (CSGW) once again put the community on the provincial and international stages, thanks to numerous Crime Stoppers awards in recent weeks.
Rash of thefts at local car washes costing businesses big bucks
WELLINGTON COUNTY – In recent weeks there has been a rash of thefts from car washes throughout Wellington County. Thieves often don't get away with a lot of money, but they are causing tens of thousands of dollars in damage with each theft.
Fill A Cruiser event supports Big Brothers Big Sisters of North Wellington
Making children smile – Mount Forest Canadian Tire and the Ontario Provincial Police joined…
Youth airlifted to hospital after Mapleton farm accident
MAPLETON – A 15-year-old was airlifted to hospital with a serious leg injury following a farm accident here on Oct. 29.
Minto Safe Communities hosts bike rodeo in Harriston
Bicycle safety – Minto Safe Communities hosted a bicycle rodeo for youngsters up to age 16 at the Harriston Curling Club on Sept. 24. Prizes included a $150 gift certificate for a bicycle.
Hillsburgh Family Fun Day held at Victoria Park
Family Fun Day – The annual Hillsburgh Family Fun Day returned Aug. 20 to a full-scale, in-person event at a new, larger venue at Victoria Park after two years of a Covid Classic Car Cruise.