GUELPH/ERAMOSA – Eden Mills Writers Festival (EMWF) will be hosting a virtual book club event for the debut novel Swimming Back to Trout River by Linda Rui Feng.
UGDSB to look at consolidated French immersion program in west Guelph
GUELPH – The Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB) is undertaking a feasibility study of a consolidated junior kindergarten to Grade 8 French immersion (FI) program in west Guelph after receiving public feedback about the lack of a program in the area.
Rockwood Farmers’ Market exceeded opening day expectations
ROCKWOOD – The Rockwood Farmers’ Market kicked off the 2021 season with a turnout that exceeded opening day expectations, setting precedence for an exciting season ahead.
Erin council reconsidering cannabis stores
ERIN – Town council here is taking another look at allowing cannabis retail shops after receiving public inquiries about retail stores in the area. The town will conduct a survey to determine public opinion.
UGDSB requires over $4 million to balance budget
GUELPH – The Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB) will require over $4 million from its accumulated surplus to balance its budget for the 2021-22 school year.
Council adopts bylaw to regulate off-road vehicles
GUELPH/ERAMOSA – Council has adopted a bylaw to regulate the operation of off-road vehicles on certain highways within the Township of Guelph/Eramosa.
Student opens cupcake business to support education costs
ERIN – Local entrepreneur Amanda Wharton has opened her own business, Sweet Delight’s Cupcakery, to help aid in the costs of her post-secondary education.
Speedside United Church offers ‘drive-thru’ Farmer’s Breakfast event this year
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Speedside United Church is offering a new take-out model to their annual Farmer’s Breakfast. The event will run Saturday, June 26, from 8am to 10am.
Orton continues annual tradition
ORTON – Continuing with the tradition, the Orton Community Association is hosting its annual Canada Day chicken barbecue at the St. John’s Community Church.
Catholic board to continue School Resource Officer program
GUELPH – The Wellington Catholic District School Board (WCDSB) has announced it will continue its School Resource Officer (SRO) program in the upcoming school year.
WDGPH offering dedicated vaccination clinic times for students aged 12 to 17
WELLINGTON COUNTY – As the COVID-19 vaccine rollout ramps up, with dedicated clinic times set for students, school boards in Wellington County are preparing for an in-person return to school in the fall.
UGDSB to offer summer support programs in addition to regular summer learning
GUELPH – The Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB) will be offering summer support programs…
UGDSB provides year-end report for three-year equity plan
GUELPH – The Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB) will be working toward amplifying student voices, lived experiences and social justice change as part of the board’s three-year equity plan.
UGDSB to continue Pride celebrations beyond the month of June
GUELPH – Throughout the month of June, the Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB) will be…
UGDSB says majority of students to be fully vaccinated before start of 2021-22 school year
GUELPH – The Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB) has announced the majority of students across the board are expected to be fully vaccinated before the start of the 2021-22 school year.