SOUTHGATE – More than a year after she was reported missing, Monica Chisar’s remains were discovered in a wooded area just north of Mount Forest. She was just 29 years old. A 19-month investigation led detectives to Hamilton, and a Kosovo expat on the run from U.S. authorities.
Guelph’s Taylor Reid takes first place at Guelph Lake triathlon
GUELPH/ERAMOSA - Hundreds of competitors from across the province swam, cycled and ran their way through the Guelph Lake Subaru Triathlon Series held at the Guelph Lake Conservation Area on June 15.
Local groups back proposed tiny home encampment at county committee
GUELPH - Several local interest groups, community organizations and concerned residents turned out at a Wellington-Guelph social services committee meeting in support of the Guelph Tiny Homes Coalition, which seeks to get a tiny home community of up to 50 units built by winter.
Automated speed enforcement pilot coming to Wellington County
GUELPH – Automated speed enforcement (ASE) cameras are expected on Wellington County roads within the next six to nine months.
Senate report warns Canada ‘facing unprecedented challenges’ with degrading soils
OTTAWA - A new report from the Senate's agriculture committee, titled Critical Ground: Why soil is essential to Canada’s economic, environmental, human and social health, advances 25 recommendations for the federal government on how to stop erosion and build up Canada's soil.
No changes to township’s pool bylaw after resident’s concern prompts review
KENILWORTH – At least one Wellington North resident has been left disappointed after a plea to exempt their open pool from fencing was effectively denied after a township review.
Erin firefighters responding to more medical calls
ERIN – If you’ve seen a volunteer firefighter’s flashing green light in Erin or Hillsburgh lately, there’s a good chance they were responding to a call for medical assistance.
Wellington North updated on tree program
KENILWORTH – Wellington North is developing a tree canopy as the township works on a local tree program.
Air cadet squadron to bolster ranks or be grounded
MOUNT FOREST – The future of the Mount Forest air cadets squadron is up in the air. The squadron was notified last November it was being placed on probation because of low participation numbers and a need for more adults to help run the program.
Derelict building leveled eight months after formal BIA complaint
MOUNT FOREST – The old tea room building in downtown Mount Forest is no more after being demolished in April.
Wellington OPP’s marine unit hits the water over busy Belwood Lions Pike Derby weekend
BELWOOD LAKE - OPP and Ministry of Natural Resources officers teamed up to hit the water over a busy weekend at the Belwood Lions Pike and Walley derby from May 25-26. Wellington OPP's marine unit patrols Conestogo, Guelph, Puslinch and Belwood lakes checking for compliance with boating safety laws.
Wellington North man fined, on probation for livestock bylaw offences
GUELPH – A Wellington North man must pay fines of over $3,000 after repeatedly allowing pigs to roam from his property, south of Conn.
Township shifting responsibility for tenant water utilities to landowners
KENILWORTH – Wellington North is putting landowners and landlords on the hook when tenants don’t pay utility bills for water and wastewater.
County’s Ride Well transit service at crossroads as pilot nears end
WELLINGTON COUNTY – County councillors discussed transportation needs and identified the priorities to help guide the future of Ride Well, the county's ride-sharing transportation service, at a May 16 workshop held at the county's Fergus library branch.
New county-wide noise bylaw gives Erin teeth to enforce complaints
ERIN – The Town of Erin has adopted a new county-wide noise bylaw, bringing consistency to enforcement across the county’s municipalities, along with increased fines.