MINTO – The town has decided to "modify the operations of our municipal office" in response to recent changes in provincial COVID-19 protocols, states an Oct. 5 press release.
COVID-19
Province introduces new public health restrictions, changes to COVID-19 testing
TORONTO — The province is requiring that masks be worn in all indoor settings and is transitioning to appointment-based testing, pausing social circles and, in some regions, placing more restrictions on bars, restaurants, gyms and event facilities.
Public health unit urging bars, restaurants to ‘turn down the noise’
WELLINGTON COUNTY – It may seem insignificant, but public health officials say loud music in restaurants and bars can inadvertently increase the risk of COVID-19 transmission.
New COVID-19 assessment centre opens Oct. 6; Fergus centre expands hours
WELLINGTON COUNTY – The new COVID-19 assessment centre in Harriston will open on Oct. 6 and the Fergus centre is now offering expanded hours.
Parents/guardians ask for stricter distancing, universal communications
GUELPH – Parents and guardians of Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB) students are asking the board to improve distancing in schools and on buses and to provide better communication regarding COVID-19.
‘Santa’s Drive-Thru’ to replace traditional parade in Puslinch
ABERFOYLE – The annual Puslinch Santa Claus Parade will be replaced with a new event this year to comply with ongoing COVID-19 restrictions and protocols.
Minor sports groups to return to ice Oct. 5 in Centre Wellington
CENTRE WELLINGTON – On Oct. 5 minor sports groups here will return to the ice at local arenas for the first time in over six months.
Elora Monster March Parade cancelled but other Monster Month activities to continue
ELORA – This year’s Monster March Parade in Elora is cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. However, other Monster Month activities will continue as planned throughout October.
Upper Grand District School Board pleased with school reopening
GUELPH – The reopening of Upper Grand District School Board classrooms in September went “smoothly,” according to board officials.
Bethel Baptist Church hosts Free to Everyone event
Treasure – Tyler and Aria Jansen found some treasures at the Free to Everyone event at Bethel…
Virtual Food Cycle Ride raises $10,750 for food bank
CENTRE WELLINGTON – The 2020 Food Cycle Ride went virtual and netted $10,750 for the Centre…
3rd annual Pedal for Portage raises over $25,000
ELORA – The Pedal for Portage third annual fundraiser took place this year despite the COVID-19…
Barbecue held for Hope
HOPE – A community barbecue was held in Mount Forest on Sept. 25 by the HOPE committee of…
PJHL sets Dec. 1 as target date for return to action
MOUNT FOREST – The Provincial Junior Hockey League, which includes the Mount Forest Patriots,…
Dufferin Farm Tour goes virtual for 2020 due to COVID-19
ORANGEVILLE – This year, because of COVID-19, the Dufferin Farm Tour is going virtual.…