ELORA – The 2026 budget, approved by council on Dec. 2, includes operating expenses of $60.6 million and capital projects totalling $35.7 million.
Centre Wellington council approves 3.7% tax increase in 2026
It’s back to the drawing board for multi-use pad at Bissell Park
ELORA – The township did not receive a provincial grant to help with upgrades to the multi-use pad at Bissell Park, so the contentious issue returned to council on Dec. 2.
Town hall meeting responds to Mount Forest crime spree
MOUNT FOREST – Business owners and residents gathered at the Mount Forest sportsplex on Monday night to discuss what’s behind a recent spate of break-ins, vandalism and theft in the town.
Council supports 3.2% tax increase in Wellington North
KENILWORTH – Taxpayers in Wellington North will likely see a 3.16 per cent increase in township property taxes next year.
Erin draft budget proposes 2.5% tax increase
ERIN – Town staff presented the 2026 draft budget to Erin council on Nov. 27. It includes a proposed 2.5% tax increase to cover total operating expenses of $10.5 million and capital expenditures close to $9 million.
Wheels of Hope in desperate need of volunteer drivers
WELLINGTON COUNTY – The demand for volunteer drivers continues for the Canadian Cancer Society’s Wheels of Hope program.
Christmas tradition threatened by weather extremes: tree growers report harsher droughts
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Christmas tree growers in Wellington County and across southwestern Ontario are rethinking long-standing farming practices, and adapting how they farm to increasingly extreme weather patterns, including more drought events and intense rainfalls.
Mapleton residents will vote online, by phone in 2026 municipal election
MAPLETON – Residents here will be voting online and by phone in next year’s municipal election.
Guelph Wish Fund for Children launches Season of Wishes campaign
FERGUS – If you need a reason to smile, look no further than Rowan Black, a bubbly four-year-old from Fergus who sports his signature red eyeglasses and an infectious smile.
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“The Guelph Wish Fund ... shows families like ours that we belong to a community that cares deeply and shows up when it matters most.”- Fergus father Michael Black
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Five generations! That is how long John Thomson and Son Furniture has been in business.
John Thomson and Son Furniture – still going strong!
Five generations! That is how long John Thomson and Son Furniture has been in business.
Stay Cozy and Warm this Winter with Don’s Heating and Cooling
Picture this: it’s the first real snowfall of the year. The air is crisp, the sky is quiet, and you’ve just stepped inside after shoveling the walk.
Luisa’s Draperies: What are your windows wearing?
Window coverings. They frame your view to the outside world, enhance it, and draw your eye to it.