FERGUS – The Emmanuel Christian High School (ECHS) is running a car wash fundraiser on June 4 at their 680 Tower Street South location from 10am-2pm. All funds raised are going to Groves Memorial Community Hospital.
‘There are people out there who need help’: local Walk for Dog Guides is May 29
FERGUS – The Fergus and Marsville Lions Clubs are holding their annual Walk for Dog Guides later this month.
Lions Clubs hosts Walk for Dog Guides
ARISS – It’s almost time for the annual Lions Foundation of Canada’s PetValu Walk for Dog Guides.
Local lacrosse team partners with Fergus Fire Fighters Association to help family
FERGUS – It'll be the first game back since 2019 for the Fergus Thistles Jr. C Lacrosse on May 13. That may be reason enough to attend the Fergus Sportsplex event, but isn’t the only attraction.
Elora Farmers’ Market returns to Bissell Park for the season
Farmers market – May 7 marked the first Saturday for the Elora Farmers’ Market in Bissell…
Elora Festival Giant Book Sale brought out book lovers
Book sale – The Elora Festival Giant Book Sale ran over Mothers Day weekend at the Elora Curling…
Palmerston Public School Parent Council’s Lets Band Together event was held on May 7
Palmerston concert - The Palmerston Public School Parent Council's Lets Band Together event was held on May 7. The show, featuring several local bands performing at the Palmerston Community Centre, was held to raise money for new school playground equipment.
Art in the Open had local artists showcase their works
Art in the open – The Art in the Open event ran on May 7 and 8, with opening reception kicking…
Across the Great Divide novel released by Elora author
ELORA – Longtime Elora resident and author Donna McCaw has released her newest book and first novel, Across the Great Divide.
Local kayaker qualifies for world championships
FERGUS – Alex Maggs has qualified for Canada's Senior Women’s Freestyle Kayak team, which will compete in the Canoe Freestyle World Championships next year in England.
‘Trek for Hope’ rolls through Wellington County
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Quebec resident Stephen Dartt biked through Wellington County this week, as part of his “Trek for Hope” fundraiser across Canada. The 57 year-old is raising funds and awareness for research towards the rare form of cancer he is battling.
Fergus Legion to host first motorcycle show and shine
FERGUS – The Fergus Legion is holding its inaugural motorcycle “show and shine” on Sept. 19 from 10am to 4pm, kicking off activities running from Sept. 19 to 25. Lunch will be available.
Elora resident creates Fergus Scottish Festival display
Brooms – Elora resident Steve Reed sets out decorated brooms for almost every event –…
Storm damage in Elora caused power outage
Storm damage – There was damage several places in Elora from the early morning storm Aug. 11.…
Students participate in charity contest, resident shares experience volunteering
MOUNT FOREST – Autism Dog Services (ADS) recently partnered with Conestoga College’s Bachelor of Design program as their “charity of choice” for a student contest.