WELLINGTON COUNTY – June is National Indigenous Peoples Month. Students, teachers and staff at the Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB) recognize the month as a time to learn about and celebrate the rich and brilliant histories, cultures and futures of First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples.
Guelph/Eramosa council appoints liaisons, passes tax rate and road closure bylaws
BRUCEDALE – Guelph/Eramosa council appointed liaisons and passed bylaws about tax rates and road closures on May 23.
Mother and daughter write book to ‘offer hope through tragedy’
GUELPH – On Aug. 14, 2000, Ashley and Brenda Tindall’s lives changed forever.
Candlemaker named Entrepreneur of the Year
FERGUS – Candlemaker Kristy Miller says she is a “living example” that dreams really can come true.
Puslinch community get-together this weekend all about water protection
ABERFOYLE – People passionate about water protection are coming together to increase awareness about the importance of water and the threats it faces.
Local Lion raises over $70,000 for Maryhill Walk for Dog Guides
FERGUS – Larry Wainwright has first-hand experience with the impact a dog can make – and that’s why he works so hard to raise money for the Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides.
Guelph/Eramosa council approves purchase of road, sidewalk plows
BRUCEDALE – Council voted unanimously in favour of a public works request for a 2024 pre-budget approval for a plow truck and sidewalk plow, but not without lengthy discussion – mostly regarding the potential of area rating the costs.
Building with hemp and limestone in Elora
ELORA – A house made of hemp and limestone is a healthy home that will last longer, says Paul Flach.
Erin art exhibit aims to change how people think about refugees
ERIN – Art created by refugees in Greece will be displayed for sale at the Erin United Church on June 7. Organizers say art gives refugees the power to change their futures.
Special Olympics event back with a bang following pandemic hiatus
GUELPH – Athletes, teachers, supporters and volunteers filled the fields at St. James Catholic High School for the 19th Special Olympics Track and Field day.
Roadwork contracts, bylaw amendments on Guelph/Eramosa agenda
BRUCEDALE – Topics discussed at the Guelph/Eramosa council meetings on April 24 and May 8 include road paving projects at 4th Line and Guelph Nichol Townline, bylaw amendments pertaining to development charge changes, a report from the Rockwood Tennis Club, and a new encroachment policy.
Ontario’s first sim racing lounge is in Guelph
GUELPH – Ontario’s first simulation racing lounge has opened downtown here.
New UGDSB logo symbolizes inclusion and diversity
GUELPH – Students were central in designing the new logo and visual identity for the Upper Grand District School Board. The rebranding was approved unanimously at the board meeting on May 9, and the implementation process has now begun.
JohnMel stables in Puslinch hosts beginners’ cattle sorting clinic
PUSLINCH – Sounds of laughter and mooing filled the arena at JohnMel Stables during the introductory cattle sorting clinic here on March 26.
Equine assisted learning helps people feel ‘stable’
ROCKWOOD – At the end of each session she was smiling, and months later she’s still benefitting.