ERIN – Town officials here have announced they will be closing the municipal office near Hillsburgh on Dec. 20. “We want everyone to have a safe and healthy holiday season,” Mayor Allan Alls stated.
Santa returning to Elora to help raise funds for local church
ELORA – Santa Claus will once again be visiting Elora to bring Christmas spirit while also raising money to aid in the restoration of a local church.
Catholic school board puts forward motion to allow N95 masks for staff
GUELPH – Following in the footsteps of neighbouring board the Upper Grand, the Wellington Catholic District School Board (WCDSB) is looking at the feasibility of allowing N95 masks for staff.
Town of Erin projects a 2.9% tax increase for residents in latest draft budget
ERIN – In order to balance the 2022 budget, and to fund the capital projects being requested, staff here are proposing a 2.9 per cent ($223,000) tax increase for Town of Erin residents.
Bunkie Life: Erin business owners to appear on Dragons’ Den
ERIN – What started as a solution to help a family temporarily house visiting relatives has evolved into a full-fledged backyard bunkie business.
Erin makes second attempt to tender construction of wastewater plant
ERIN – After no bids were received for the Erin wastewater treatment plant in August, council here is making a second attempt. On Dec. 7, council approved the pre-qualification of five contractors to submit bids for the project.
Clifford Food Bank Christmas hampers underway
CLIFFORD - Chairman Bruce Shannon said the Clifford Food Bank is already preparing its Christmas hampers for this year’s distribution.
Elora’s St. Mary Catholic School community rallied to support local food bank
Mitten drive – Elora’s St. Mary Catholic School community has rallied together to support the local Centre Wellington Food Bank this Christmas with a mitten tree and gift card drive.
CWDHS teacher shortlisted for Cyber Security Award
FERGUS – Pushing to create public awareness on the importance of cybersecurity education, Centre Wellington District High School (CWDHS) computer tech teacher Tim King has been shortlisted for a Cyber Security Award in the category of Cyber Security Influencer of the Year.
Report: secession from county could provide major tax break in Erin
ERIN – While no decisions have been made at this time, a report prepared for Erin council suggests town officials may be considering seceding from Wellington County.
Former UGDSB director of education Martha Rogers dead at 73
GUELPH – Less than four months after retiring as director of education with the Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB), Martha Rogers has died. Rogers, 73, passed away peacefully at her Elora home over the weekend.
Senator pushes for nationwide Food Day Canada honouring Anita Stewart, producers
OTTAWA – Senator Rob Black is pushing to pass a bill that would officially recognize Food Day on a national scale, while also carrying on the legacy of Canadian food champion Anita Stewart.
Commuter Bus continues to see decline in ridership
CENTRE WELLINGTON – After over 30 years of service, the Commuter Bus is facing termination due to a lack of ridership.
Local author explores the world of sports media in her latest novel
GUELPH/ERAMOSA – Drawing from her personal experiences as a former sports reporter, local author Jean Mills has transferred her skills from the media bench into a novel.
Metis artist adds installation piece, part of Hope and Healing Canada at museum gates
Art installation – Métis artist Tracey-Mae Chambers wove an installation piece as a part of Hope…