FERGUS – Residents here lent a hand to prevent a major loss during a Monday evening fire that police are now investigating as “suspicious.” Firefighters from Elora and Fergus responded to what was initially reported as a structure fire at 30 Davidson Place in Fergus at about 8:30pm on Aug. 1.
Township’s Party in the Park event a big hit in Rockwood
Party in the Park – The Township of Guelph/Eramosa held its fourth annual Party in the Park event on July 28 at Rockmosa Park. This year marked the first community event the township has put on since 2019 due to the pandemic.
Erin house ‘a total loss’ after July 29 fire
ERIN – A house east of Brisbane was destroyed fire last Friday. Firefighters from the Erin and Hillsburgh stations responded to a structure fire call on the 8th Line at about 10:30am on July 29.
Groves hospital closing obstetrics department over long weekend
ABOYNE – Due to staff shortages, Groves Memorial Community Hospital is closing its obstetrics department over the long weekend. Obstetrics services will be redirected starting July 29 and will resume on Aug. 1 at 7am.
Ruck 2 Remember marches through Erin in support of homeless veterans
ERIN – After 22 days, 609km and several injuries, four men are soldiering on in their quest to "ruck" the Bruce Trail to honour war victims and raise money to help get homeless veterans off the streets.
Actor Adam Sandler films movie at Elora Quarry
ELORA – Actor Adam Sandler caused quite a stir on social media and drew crowds to Elora during a short-lived visit.
Junior ‘C’ hockey to return to Fergus under new name in 2023
FERGUS – Starting in the 2023-24 season, the Fergus Whalers will make their debut in the Pollock Division, of the Provincial Junior Hockey League (PJHL).
Splish splashing in the summer sun at Rockmosa Park
Splish splash – Cal Fraser enjoyed some fun in the sun on July 21 at the Rockwood splash pad at…
Medieval Faire fun in Fergus
Wizards, Vikings, knights, oh my! – The Fergus Medieval Faire was held on July 23 in the town’s…
Palmerston Agricultural Society hosts 41st annual tractor pull
Ready, set, pull – The Palmerston Agricultural Society presented its 41st annual tractor pull at the agricultural grounds on July 23.
Minto unveils Wellington County’s first rainbow crosswalk
HARRISTON – With the recent installation of a rainbow pedestrian crossover, an intersection in Harriston just got a lot more colourful.
Upgrades to pavilion, washrooms at Rockmosa Park to be delayed
ROCKWOOD – The pavilion at Rockmosa Park will no longer be getting an upgrade this year after pricing came in at nearly double what was budgeted.
Play structure removed at Elora PS, fundraising plans to be determined
ELORA – A play structure at Elora Public School has recently been removed after being deemed unsafe, leaving the onus on the school to raise the funds for a new one.
‘Take what you need, leave what you can:’ students build community pantry
FERGUS – Looking to improve food accessibility in their community, students at J.D. Hogarth Public School have taken on another initiative – a community pantry.
Rockwood’s Party in the Park returns July 28 after two-year hiatus
ROCKWOOD – Organizers are feeling the anticipation as they welcome the return of Party in the Park for its fourth year.