CENTRE WELLINGTON - Wellington County OPP have amended the criminal charge against a 14-year-old male high school student from assault to assault with a weapon.
MPP Randy Pettapiece won’t seek reelection in 2022
PERTH-WELLINGTON – Local MPP Randy Pettapiece will not be on the ballot in the next provincial election.
Three people injured in single vehicle collision
GUELPH/ERAMOSA - On Nov. 12 at approximately 4pm, Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a serious collision involving a single motor vehicle on Highway 6, near Wellington Road 22, south of Fergus. Initial reports indicated that a grey sedan had lost control and three people
Communities across Wellington County pause to remember the fallen on Nov. 11
WELLINGTON COUNTY - Royal Canadian Legion branches in communities across Wellington County took part in Remembrance Day services on Nov. 11, bringing members of the community together to honour those that paid the ultimate sacrifice.
Schools will remain open for snow days this winter, boards say
WELLINGTON COUNTY – The Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB) and Wellington Catholic District School Board (WCDSB) have released inclement weather procedures for this winter indicating schools will remain open if buses are cancelled.
Chong, Nater included in shadow cabinet
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Both of Wellington County’s MPs have been named to the official…
Police seek witnesses in serious road rage incident
GUELPH – Guelph Police are looking for witnesses after an alleged road rage incident here that left two vehicles demolished and a Rockwood man facing criminal charges.
Elora artist’s latest exhibition showcases Elora Gorge
ELORA – Featuring new oils and watercolours Canadian artist Barry McCarthy’s latest exhibit will see detailed and expressive paintings of the Elora Gorge.
Guelph musician wins $64,215 in Drayton Entertainment’s October 50/50 Draw
GUELPH – Paul Campolongo, of Guelph, was working from home Nov. 1 when he got a surprising lunchtime phone call informing him that he was the lucky winner of Drayton Entertainment’s October Ultimate 50/50 draw.
Guelph Arts Council announces fall exhibitions
GUELPH – Guelph Arts Council’s fall 2021 programming includes three exhibitions at 10C Shared Space, and the Guelph Emerging Artist Mentorship Project’s culminating exhibition at the Boarding House Gallery.
CMHAWW holding panel discussion on men’s mental health Nov. 25
GUELPH – Movember is more than just growing a moustache.
Wellington County aims to end state of emergency on Dec. 31
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Officials with the county have announced they intend to end a local state of emergency at the end of the year.
Fergus Lions Club’s second modified toy drive on until Dec. 3
FERGUS – The Fergus Lions Club’s annual toy drive started on Nov. 8 without fanfare, without its usual cheque presentation, and in fact without toys. For the second year, the Lions are asking for donations of cash or gift cards – and not actual toys – to help the Centre Wellington Food Bank.
Centre Wellington ratifies contracts with three employee groups
CENTRE WELLINGTON – Firefighters associations in Fergus and Elora, as well as the Centre Wellington Staff Association, have ratified new agreements with the township. The contracts, approved at a special council meeting on Nov. 8, include increases to wages, benefits and allowances.
Arthur man charged after hit-and-run crash
GUELPH – An Arthur man faces several charges after a hit-and-run collision here. "The collision caused significant damage to the two involved vehicles, one of which fled the scene," Guelph Police stated in a Nov. 4 press release.