Over the last five years, Clifford youth and families have literally put down roots in the community by planting almost 100 trees.
Curl for a Cause raises $35,000 for local charities
Curl for a Cause returned in 2023 for its 15th year of supporting local charities in our community and it was a resounding success.
Credit Valley Conservation named one of Canada’s greenest employers
WELLINGTON COUNTY – For the fourth year in a row, Credit Valley Conservation (CVC) hs been named one of Canada’s Greenest Employers.
Full road closure begins in July for Lake Road project in Puslinch
PUSLINCH - Work on road improvements on Lake Road (Wellington Road 32), from the MTO carpool Lot to Concession 2 in the Township of Puslinch, began May 23. The work is being performed by Cox Construction Ltd. of Guelph.
New parking spots reserved for veterans at Groves hospital
CENTRE WELLINGTON – The Royal Canadian Legion Ontario Command and local Legion Branches, including Branch 275 Fergus, have been generous supporters of Groves Hospital Foundation for over two decades, and in return the hospital has reserved two parking spots for war veterans.
Farm organizations speaking out to protect Ontario’s farmland
GUELPH – The National Farmers Union-Ontario (NFU-O), Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA), and the Christian Farmers Federation of Ontario (CFFO), along with numerous commodity and agricultural organizations are united in their opposition to Bill 97.
4-H club members make scones, cider
MAPLETON – The Mapleton 4-H Heritage Club held its second meeting on May 9.
Moretti’s final cut
The final cut - On May 20, Frank Moretti of Moretti’s for Men in Fergus, held a thank-you party for his loyal customers and St. Andrew Street neighbours on the occassion of his retirement.
Company breaks ground on industrial condominium development
PALMERSTON – Officials with the Town of Minto and Kridak Developments gathered on May 16 for a groundbreaking ceremony for the "Palmerston Business Junction."
Internet distractions subject of comedy at Wellington Heights
MOUNT FOREST – The drama department of Wellington Heights Secondary School in Mount Forest is set to stage its annual production later this month.
Kitchen in the Park Project returns to Bissell Park
Saturday pancakes – Once spring starts, the Kitchen in the Park Project in Bissell Park in Elora isn’t far behind.
Open Mind: Furry friends as therapy
When I am asked how I cope with my mental health, people may expect an answer such as reading, drawing and going on walks.
Charity car wash for Groves at Emmanuel Christian High School
Raising money for Groves – The first charity car wash for the season was held at the Emmanuel Christian High School on May 13.