FERGUS – A public elementary school for about 300 pupils located at Kirvan Street and Elliot Avenue East is slated to open in September 2025.
Student volunteers at University of Guelph create Holiday Giving Guide
GUELPH – The Holiday Giving Guide offers valuable information for people looking to support local charities and non-profits this holiday season.
Growing number of county residents relying on support from food banks
WELLINGTON COUNTY – The Advertiser interviewed representatives from each Wellington County food bank and volunteers solemnly reported that need continues to increase.
Picture books feature Rockwood Conservation Area, Farmers’ Santa Claus Parade of Lights
ROCKWOOD – Vanessa Ireson’s picture books give children a chance to see their hometown in a different light.
Eden Mills Writer’s Festival headquarters reopens after Rivermead renovations
EDEN MILLS – The recently renovated Rivermead building has reopened as the headquarters of the Eden Mills Writers’ Festival.
Children’s Foundation needs ‘urgent help’ with Adopt-A-Family campaign
GUELPH – “This year, we’ve already received 1,464 family referrals from local social agencies,” said program director Megan Harron, and as of Nov. 27 there are 120 families who have not yet been matched with support.
Guelph/Eramosa council discusses proposed 2024 budget
BRUCEDALE – Guelph/Eramosa staff are expected to come back to council with a proposed 2024 tax increase below 5%.
Council discusses Rockwood boundary reversal, drainage project, library lease
BRUCEDALE – During a brief regular meeting of council on Nov. 20, Guelph/Eramosa councillors discussed the reversal of the provincial decision to expand Rockwood's boundary, repairs to Hill Drain, and renewing the lease for the Rockwood library.
Erin Doupe receives Governor General’s History Award for Excellence in Teaching
GUELPH – Fergus resident and John F. Ross Collegiate Vocational Institute teacher Erin Doupe was awarded the Governor General’s History Award for Excellence in Teaching in recognition of "The Story of a Soldier" project.
People gather in Guelph for vigils honouring Transgender Day of Remembrance
GUELPH – Every year on Nov. 20 people come together for Transgender Day of Remembrance; honouring trans people who were murdered within the last year.
St. Joseph students honour Remembrance Day with school ceremony
FERGUS – Students across the Wellington Catholic and Upper Grand District school boards pinned bright poppies over their hearts and listened to lessons of war on Nov. 10.
Guelph/Eramosa township updates relationship with GRCA
BRUCEDALE – Guelph/Eramosa has approved changes to how conservation and watershed management is handled in the township.
Catholic school board recognizes VIP students who go ‘above and beyond’
GUELPH – Indigo Moran, Ashley Taylor and Kellyanne Mangali have made notable impressions on their teachers, classmates and principals.
Sytske Drijber will be missed in Rockwood this Remembrance Day: mayor
ROCKWOOD – Remembrance Day will be different this year, with many here feeling the absence of a veteran who was central to the day and local ceremony for many years.
How students will commemorate Remembrance Day this year
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Every year on Nov. 11, people across the British Commonwealth take time to honour the sacrifices made by those who fought in the armed forces.