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National cyber security survey focusing on Canadian farmers
CANADA - The Community Safety Knowledge Alliance (CSKA) is conducting an online survey aimed at Canadian farmers to understand their use of digital technology and cyber security in supporting agricultural operations.
How many outbreaks has public health declared at long-term care facilities, hospitals
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health (WDGPH) has declared several COVID-19 outbreaks at health care facilities across the region as of Jan. 18.
Transforming Together: PIN announces 5th annual EDPG virtual symposium
GUELPH – PIN is announcing the fifth annual Executive Director Peer Group (EDPG) virtual symposium, which focuses on what’s ahead for the sector and how society can use its leadership to transform together.
Wellington County to host new writers’ festival
WELLINGTON COUNTY - The Wellington County Writers’ Festival, a collaboration between county libraries and the Museum and Archives, is on the lookout for local authors of all ages and experience who are interested in promoting their books to local audiences for the first-ever county-wide festival.
WDGPH: Anyone 18 years-old and up now eligible for drop-in booster doses
WELLINGTON COUNTY - Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health has expanded eligibility for drop-in COVID-19 vaccination clinics.
WDGPH reports 43 people hospitalized with COVID-19 in region
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health (WDGPH) has reported 493 new COVID-19 cases between Jan. 14 and 16. As of Jan. 17, active cases sat at 1,255 after hitting an all-time high of 2,972 cases on Jan. 4.
Chimney fire results in $200,000 damage to Minto house
MINTO – Fire officials are reminding residents about the importance of regular chimney and fireplace maintenance after a chimney fire resulted in around $200,000 damage to a local house on the weekend.
Town of Erin issues significant weather statement
ERIN – Due to forecasted and observed weather conditions, the Town of Erin is declaring a significant weather event for Erin residents.
GRCA: stay off frozen natural water bodies
WELLINGTON COUNTY – The Grand River Conservation Authority (GRCA) has issued a warning for local residents to stay off frozen bodies of water.
Mercer: benefits of returning to in-person learning outweigh short-term risks
WELLINGTON COUNTY – The region's top doctor is asking everyone in the community to do their part to ensure a safe return to class for local students, noting "the benefits of reopening in-person learning ultimately outweigh the short-term risks."
‘Blue Monday’ a myth, but mental health challenges remain a reality: CMHA
WELLINGTON COUNTY – While they dismiss the concept of "Blue Monday," Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) officials say the "winter blues" and seasonal affective disorder (SAD) are very real, albeit very different, phenomena.
Five injured, one sent to trauma centre following crash
CENTRE WELLINGTON – Five people were injured, at least one seriously, in a two-vehicle crash here on Wednesday.
Province approves new elementary school in north Fergus
FERGUS – The provincial government has approved a proposal from the Upper Grand District School Board for a new elementary school expected to be located in north Fergus. Perth-Wellington MPP Randy Pettapiece announced on Jan. 13 the province is providing $8.5 million for the new school.
North Wellington briefs: Trivia fundraisers coming up
MINTO - The Minto Farmers Market will host another of its popular online trivia nights on Jan. 14.