KENILWORTH – David Yeh wasn’t initially planning to open a storefront when he brought his business operation to Kenilworth, but he’s happy to give the people what they want.
County increases user fees by 11.5% at waste facilities
GUELPH – County council has approved an increase of more than 10 per cent to tipping fees at its waste facilities, despite reservations from some councillors who felt the public wasn’t given enough notice of the change.
Wellington County portion of property taxes increasing 3.9%
GUELPH – Taxpayers in the county will see a 3.9 per cent increase to the county portion of their property taxes, after Wellington County council adopted its 2025 budget on Jan. 30.
County speed cameras generate over 7,000 tickets in first two weeks
WELLINGTON COUNTY – In the first two weeks of operation for the county’s speed cameras, more than 7,000 tickets were issued – and some cameras have yet to go live.
Wellington North saw unprecedented growth in 2024
WELLINGTON NORTH – Mayor Andy Lennox is calling the past year of growth in his township “unprecedented,” after the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC) released its 2024 assessment rolls.
Province provides almost $8 million for road projects in Minto, Mapleton
WELLINGTON COUNTY – The province is kicking in nearly $8 million to help fund two road reconstruction projects expected to facilitate the building of more homes.
Roundabout recommended for ‘dangerous’ Highway 6 intersection
WELLINGTON COUNTY – The recommended plan for dealing with a dangerous intersection on Highway 6 south of Fergus is a roundabout.
New Arthur facility to increase access to child care in Wellington North
ARTHUR – A new child care centre set to open in Wellington North this fall will more than double access rates for child care in the township.
Mount Forest Lions collect hundreds of blankets for kids battling cancer
MOUNT FOREST – Putting smiles on the faces of kids who are going through a difficult experience is the goal behind a project started a couple of years ago by a member of the Mount Forest Lions Club.
Guelph/Eramosa council passes domestic poultry bylaw
BRUCEDALE – People living on smaller lots in agriculture or rural residential zones in Guelph/Eramosa Township will soon be allowed to keep chickens.
Cost a concern for proposed children’s space at Wellington County museum
ABOYNE – A dedicated indoor children’s play space may be coming to the Wellington County Museum and Archives.
Automated speed cameras go live in Wellington County
FERGUS – The county’s automated speed enforcement pilot program officially went live in some designated school and community safety zones on Jan. 15, meaning drivers who speed in those areas could end up with tickets mailed to them after the fact.
County on pace with affordable child care targets for 2026
GUELPH – With two years to go, the County of Wellington is more than halfway to reaching its goal for affordable licensed child care spaces as set out by the province with the introduction of the Canada-Wide Early Learning Child Care (CWELCC) System.
Guelph/Eramosa passes budget with 3.8% tax rate increase
BRUCEDALE – Guelph/Eramosa council has approved the township’s 2025 budget with a tax rate increase of 3.8%.
County council debates merits of fronting costs for ambulance stations
GUELPH – Ambulance stations were a hot topic of discussion at a special council meeting on Jan. 6 to present the county’s draft 2025 budget and 10-year plan.