FERGUS – Elton Sean took to the stage at the Fergus Grand Theatre on Nov. 22 for his tribute to Elton John, called Early Elton Tribute.
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The wait is over: McDonald’s hosts grand opening in Elora
ELORA – After many months of waiting, Elora now has its own McDonald’s fast food outlet on the east side of town.
Local source water protection committee looking for new member
MINTO – The Ausable Bayfield Maitland Valley Drinking Water Source Protection Region is looking for a new source protection committee (SPC) member to represent the environmental sector.
Christmas market, craft sale at St. James
FERGUS – St. James Anglican Church is holding a Christmas market and craft sale featuring “a fantastic variety of local vendors,” organizers say.
Four bridges; one public open house on Dec. 2
CENTRE WELLINGTON – The township and its consultant, R.J. Burnside and Associates, are holding a public open house to gain input on four bridges south-east of Fergus.
World champion releases his first children’s book
GUELPH – Nathan Skoufis, world champion martial artist and lifelong resident of the area is announcing the release of his first children’s book.
All smiles at the Grove Youth Wellness Hubs
GUELPH – The Grove Youth Wellness Hubs Wellington Guelph was the recipient of the Tim Horton Holiday Smile Cookie fundraiser and on Nov. 18 the campaign kicked off with some cookie decorating by officials at the Grove and the Canadian Mental Health Association Waterloo-Wellington.
Students explore skilled trades with alternative education at College Heights Secondary School
GUELPH – The Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB) is inviting students and families to explore alternative education pathways through alternative education at College Heights Secondary School (CHSS), through events designed to showcase unique hands-on learning and specialized skills training.
County of Wellington chief administrative officer Scott Wilson honoured with King Charles III Coronation Medal
WELLINGTON COUNTY – County of Wellington chief administrative officer Scott Wilson, right, was in Ottawa on Nov. 22 to receive a King Charles III Coronation Medal, which was presented by Senator Rob Black, left.
CW Shuffleboard Club participates in International Shuffleboard Association Championship
CENTRE WELLINGTON – Seven Centre Wellington Shuffleboard Club members participated in the 41st International Shuffleboard Association (ISA) Championship at San Benito, Texas, USA from Oct. 27 to Nov. 2.
UGDSB and SJHCG celebrate first cohort of the Living Classroom learners
GUELPH – The Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB) and St. Joseph’s Health Centre Guelph (SJHCG) are celebrating the first cohort of learners enrolled in the the Living Classroom program at SJHGC.
Officials cut ribbon on new Grand Valley recreation space
GRAND VALLEY – The Town of Grand Valley officially cut the ribbon on its new multi-purpose outdoor recreation facility this month.
U of G offering training to faculty and staff in support of student wellness
GUELPH – The University of Guelph has launched a new training program aimed at increasing faculty and staff’s knowledge, understanding and awareness of how both lived traumatic experiences and generational trauma can impact student mental health and well-being.