MOUNT FOREST – Irene Ash-Livingstone helped ensure the smooth delivery of mail in Mount Forest, Harrison, Dundalk, Ayton, Hanover and Listowel during her 49 years working in the postal service.
Firefighters, students help Sytske Drijber celebrate 103rd birthday
ROCKWOOD – Firefighters paraded past Sytske Drijber’s house in honour of her 103rd birthday on Jan. 29.
Drag show goes on despite protests, threats, harassment
ELORA – Three people protesting outside didn’t dampen the mood at the “Winter’s a Drag" show at the Elora Distilling Company on Saturday night. “The show was a huge success,” said David DeWitt, who booked and emceed the event.
County trustees named to UGDSB committees
GUELPH – Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB) trustees unanimously approved a list of committee appointments last Tuesday.
Mental health care providers ‘under water’ as demand remains high
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Local officials say demand for mental health supports, which increased significantly since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, has not yet begun to level off.
Local students learn financial planning basics starting in first grade
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Inflation and the rising cost of living are causing increased financial stress for many and raising concerns about how young people will deal with these matters now and into the future.
Free course teaches people how to live better with less money
GUELPH – “Living Better on Less” helps participants learn how to get by with less money – a skill necessary for growing numbers of people as the cost of living continues to rise.
High school students raise $121,000 at Imagine Charity Gala
GUELPH – Grade 12 students in the Beyond Borders business leadership program raised a whopping $121,000 at their Imagine Charity Gala on Saturday night.
County trustees named to UGDSB committees
GUELPH – Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB) trustees unanimously approved a list of committee appointments on Jan. 17.
Guelph/Eramosa council passes budget with 4.9% tax increase
BRUCEDALE – The 2023 budget for Guelph/Eramosa Township passed on Monday, with tax increase of 4.85 per cent.
Equine herpes virus confirmed in Waterloo Region
WELLINGTON COUNTY – The Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food, and Rural Affairs (OMAFRA) has confirmed one case of equine herpes myeloencephalopathy (EHM) in the Waterloo Region.
Guelph/Eramosa council briefs from Jan. 16
BRUCEDALE – Guelph/Eramosa council met briefly here on Monday afternoon.
County museum exhibit to highlight Black heritage, culture, accomplishments
ABOYNE – A new exhibit curated by the Guelph Black Heritage Society is coming to the Wellington County Museum and Archives.
Victoria Park Seniors Centre offers array of programming, events
FERGUS – Local seniors can enjoy a range of activities like fitness classes, games, groups, billiards, bingo, or even a book club at the Victoria Park Seniors Centre here.
Curling, camaraderie, music on display during Strathcona Cup Tour stops
ELORA – For the first time in the Strathcona Cup’s 120-year history, Elora had the honour of hosting a game on Jan. 13. “It’s a very special day in Elora Curling Club history,” said Darlene Furlong, a curler who has volunteered with the club for about 20 years.