WELLINGTON COUNTY – Guelph Police officials say Guelph officers will not conduct random vehicle or person stops despite having newly-granted powers to do so. However, it remains a little more unclear what the plan is for OPP officers in Wellington County – or across the province for that matter.
Smart Cities receives $5 million in federal funding for ‘Circular Opportunity Innovation Launchpad’
GUELPH – The Guelph-Wellington Smart Cities project has received nearly $5 million in federal funding to advance its circular economy aspirations by creating a test platform and accelerator.
Local school boards receive $13 million for infrastructure upgrades
TORONTO – Local schools will receive about $13 million in federal/provincial funding to upgrade infrastructure and protect against COVID-19.
MPP Mike Schreiner will be 2022 Guelph Green Party candidate
GUELPH - Mike Schreiner was recently chosen to be the Green Party of Ontario candidate for Guelph for the 2022 election.
Save Our Water holding public Zoom session
ELORA - The local organization Save our Water is holding a Zoom session on April 22 to update the community on the local water situation.
Suspect arrested after ditching stolen vehicle: police
GUELPH/ERAMOSA – On April 11 at about 10:30pm Wellington County OPP responded to a report of a vehicle in a ditch on Wellington Road 26 near Sideroad 15.
Cats Anonymous seeking donations
EAST GARAFRAXA - Cats Anonymous Rescue and Adoption hasn’t been able to hold regular major fundraisers this past year because of the pandemic, so it has started an online campaign to raise money for the kittens that have come to its care.
Male trauma program has positive results
GUELPH – Family Counselling and Support Services for Guelph-Wellington’s (FCSSGW) is calling its male trauma program a success.
Black Tie Bingo virtual gala raises $261,850 for Guelph General Hospital
GUELPH – The 25th annual Black Tie Bingo, presented by The Co-operators and Meridian Credit Union, took place March 13 as a virtual gala that was live streamed from The Grand Guelph to 369 guests.
Guelph Little Theatre seeking submissions for anthology
GUELPH - Do you have a story you’d like to share about how Guelph Little Theatre (GLT) has enriched your life?
Two plans for 2Rivers Festival:Organizers ready for online or in-person event
GUELPH – Wellington Water Watchers will once again be hosting the 2Rivers Festival through May and June.
Big Brothers, Big Sisters still connecting with youth despite pandemic restrictions
WELLINGTON COUNTY – If ever there was time for young people to need mentors, the last year has been it, and volunteers with Big Brothers Big Sisters in both Centre Wellington (BBBSCW) and north Wellington (BBBSNW) have stepped up to offer support in difficult times.
The Value of One, The Power of Many theme for National Volunteer Week
National Volunteer Week (NVW) is an opportunity to appreciate volunteers and highlight the impact of their support.
Rotary Club of Erin helps Family Health Team buy vaccination fridge
ERIN - East Wellington Family Health Team (EWFHT) officials say they are very grateful to the Rotary Club of Erin for its generous donation of $4,000 for the purchase of a vaccine fridge for the Erin clinic.
Students will move to online learning following April break
TORONTO – As many expected, the province has announced that elementary and secondary schools will move to remote learning following the break this week. "As I have always said ,we will do whatever it takes to ensure everyone stays safe," said Premier Doug Ford.