“Die-in” - Close to three dozen protesters were in downtown Fergus on Sept. 21 as part of the Global Climate Strike Week of Action.
Centre Wellington firefighters host road toll for Muscular Dystrophy
Making a Difference - Firefighters were in downtown Elora on Sept. 21 for the annual road toll raising funds for Muscular Dystrophy Canada.
Carrot Stock uses music to fund food for those in need
HILLSBURGH - The first annual Carrot Stock music festival on Sept. 21 marked a celebration of the local food movement.
Blacksmith shop nominated for heritage award
KENILWORTH - On Sept. 23, Wellington North councillor Dan Yake said the Lynes Blacksmith Shop in Kenilworth was nominated for a heritage award.
Mini Lakes intends to repair or replace water and wastewater systems
ABERFOYLE - It appears there is an agreement that work needs to be done on the Mini Lakes community water and wastewater systems, but it’s not yet clear exactly what that will entail.
Feast of Hops a feast of the senses in Erin
Feast of Hops - The crowds were out on Sept. 22 to enjoy the Rotary Club of Erin’s annual Feast of Hops at the Erin Agricultural Society Hall with music by the Campfire Poets.
Pedal for Portage raises $66,780 in second annual ride
ELORA - The second annual Pedal for Portage raised $66,780 in support of Portage Residential Treatment Centre.
Wellington North fears broadband upgrades won’t arrive soon enough
KENILWORTH - High speed internet is a high priority for Wellington North councillors.
Speaker Ted Arnott wants to improve decorum in the legislature
MOUNT FOREST - Speaker Ted Arnott would like to improve decorum in the Ontario legislature as politicians return from an extended summer break.
Smile Cookie campaign supports local community groups
Smile Cookie campaign - Staff members at the Fergus Tim Hortons Tower Street location.
Wellington County green bin organic pickup anticipated to begin July 2020
KENILWORTH - In his Sept. 9 report to Wellington North council, Wellington County councillor Steve O’Neill provided updates on a number of county initiatives.
Arthur Hub ready to serve local youths
ARTHUR - The Arthur Hub is ready to serve the community.
$18.5-million expansion officially underway at Louise Marshall Hospital
MOUNT FOREST - On Sept. 12, dignitaries, staff and the community celebrated a groundbreaking for the expansion of the Louise Marshall Hospital.
Downtown Arthur development proposal could include up to 70 residential rental units
KENILWORTH – Arthur could see up to 70 more downtown rental units over the next few years as…
Wellington North briefly becomes ‘Hollywood North’
KENILWORTH – DC’s Titans will be making a positive impact in Wellington North. On Sept. 9,…