MISSISSAUGA – Credit Valley Conservation (CVC) is developing a new strategic plan that will guide the organization’s work from 2023 to 2027, while looking ahead to 2051. CVC is seeking input from the community to help shape the strategic plan.
Horse Day at the Erin Fairgrounds
ERIN – Horse Day Erin was a “big success,” organizers state.
Growing good food grows healthy kids
FERGUS – Moms and moms-to-be learned about planting a vegetable garden at the monthly Mom2Mom program at the Wellington Pregnancy Care Centre last week.
Fergus garden tour, June 25, ready to wow
FERGUS – This year’s garden tour hosted by the Fergus and District Horticultural Society is set for June 25 from 12:30 to 4:30pm.
The New Canadian Curling Club delivers laughs while celebrating diversity
DRAYTON – Drayton Entertainment is offering “a hilarious and poignant comedy that celebrates the diverse tapestry of Canada” on stage next month.
Men’s Choir from the Netherlands performs in Elora
ELORA – Dutch residents and the “Dutch at heart” enjoyed some sounds of their home country on June 15 at Knox Presbyterian Church in Elora. A men’s ensemble from the fishing town of Urk, in the Netherlands, visited the area for a concert of song, piano and organ music.
The first North Wellington Farmers Market of the year
MOUNT FOREST – The first Wellington North Farmers Market of the season was held on June 17 in Mount Forest.
Elora lawn bowlers take first tournament title
ELORA – Helen Mills, left, and partner Ev Robson won the first lawn bowling tournament of the season at the Elora Lawn Bowling Club on June 10.
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Additional residential units adding flexibility, affordability for residents
As low housing availability and high costs continue to pose challenges for families across the province, residents in Wellington County are increasingly looking to local Additional Dwelling Unit allowances to meet their housing needs.
Mapleton youth wins OFSAA gold in high jump at Ottawa event
MAPLETON – A local youth has just achieved the top honour in high school track and field. Mapleton resident Joel Rumph won the gold medal in Junior boys high jump at the Ontario Federation of School Athletic Associations (OFSAA) championships in Ottawa on June 9.
Arthur Minor Softball receives sponsorship donations
ARTHUR – Arthur Minor Softball has received sponsorship donations from Arthur Opti-Mrs, Arthur 2nd Look and the Arthur Lions Club.
Second annual Wellington County Writers’ Festival a success
ABOYNE – The second annual Wellington County Writers’ Festival took place at the Wellington County Museum and Archives on June 10.
Eh! Comedy Tour headed to The Crown
HARRISTON – More comedy is coming to the Crown theatre here.
Artist unveils thought- provoking piece in Elora Sculpture Project
CENTRE WELLINGTON - A group toured around 18 one-of-a-kind sculptures in Centre Wellington on June 11.
Kinsmen host outdoors show in Drayton
DRAYTON - A cool, rainy Sunday provided the perfect conditions to lure outdoor enthusiasts indoors as the Drayton Kinsmen hosted their second annual Outdoors Show on June 11 at the PMD arena.