FERGUS – “We have been without a contract for nearly a year ... There’s not really any negotiating happening," said Anika Warmington, second vice president of CUPW Local 546. “We’re really far apart."
Local alpacas embrace city life as Royal Winter Fair ambassadors
GUELPH/ERAMOSA – A pair of alpacas from All In Alpacas were selected as this year’s Royal Winter Fair ambassadors and in turn embarked on a journey no other alpaca has been on.
County museum welcomes fourth annual Christmas market
FERGUS – The Wellington County Museum and Archives is set to host its fourth annual Christmas market Nov. 29 and 30.
Harriston Santa Clause parade returns
HARRISTON – Santa is set to hit the streets of Harriston once again on Nov. 23.
Beaded poppy workshop with Indigenous artist Nov. 9, 10
GUELPH – Naomi Smith, from the Chippewas of Nawash First Nation in Neyaashiinimiing, is leading a two-day beaded poppy workshop on Nov. 9 and 10.
‘Giving Tuesday’ returns for its third year in support of the Hospice Wellington kitchen
GUELPH – National Giving Tuesday is making a return this year on Dec. 3 in support of the Hospice Wellington Kitchen.
Arthur Citizen of the Year ‘humbled’ by award
ARTHUR – Arthur resident Laird More was named citizen of the year at the Arthur Chamber of Commerce Community awards ceremony Oct. 23.
Remembering Wellington North Lieutenant Samuel Lewis Honey
CONN – Samuel Lewis Honey was born Feb. 9, 1894, in Conn, to parents Reverand George Edward Honey and Metta Blaisdell.
Illustrator reflects on ‘Flanders Fields’ book
EDEN MILLS – Local artist Janet Wilson is reflecting on her time illustrating the 1995 book In Flanders Fields, the story of the poem by John McCrae.
The historical significance behind the poppy
WELLINGTON COUNTY – From late October until Remembrance Day, millions of Canadians don the poppy on their lapel.
Betta fish: myth verses fact
FERGUS – Betta fish, also known as Siamese fighting fish, are hard to ignore with their vivid colours and flowing fins. However, despite being one of the most recognizable fish, they are also one of the most misunderstood.
Parvovirus: what is it and how is it treated?
FERGUS – Welcoming a new puppy into your home can be an exciting experience filled with joy and companionship.
Storybrook subdivision residents concerned about speeding drivers
FERGUS – Residents of the expanding Storybrook neighbourhood on Beatty Line North have raised concerns with the township over speeding drivers in the subdivision.
Local men to represent Canada at international bass championship
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Local fishermen David Pol of Arthur and Derek Cushing of Salem are making their dreams come true as the duo prepares to represent Canada at the 2024 Bass Master Team Championship later this year in Louisiana.
Winter safety starts with winter tires
WELLINGTON COUNTY – As temperatures begin to cool and the inevitable winter looms ahead, vehicle owners are asking themselves the same question as last year, “Do I really need winter tires?” The short answer – yes.