FERGUS – A COVID-19 outbreak at Caressant Care Fergus has been declared over. The declaration…
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More people experiencing mental health issues during COVID-19 pandemic
GUELPH – Since the COVID-19 pandemic put most of the country into lockdown, almost all Canadians are now experiencing some sort of mental health issue, according to Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) officials.
Organizers push Drayton Tulip Festival to 2021
DRAYTON – The COVID-19 pandemic may be forcing the cancellation of a ton of local events, but it hasn’t diminished the importance of recognizing significant historical milestones.
County continues to juggle staff to meet needs during pandemic
WELLINGTON COUNTY – County managers are keeping an eye on staffing levels in an effort to deploy staff as effectively as possible with COVID-19 restrictions in place, reports administration, finance and human resources committee chair Chris White.
Regional COVID-19 cases now over 300
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Confirmed COVID-19 cases in the Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health (WDGPH) region have risen to 312.
Arthur businesses connected by rainbows
Rainbow connection - The Arthur Chamber of Commerce has teamed up with artist Eileen MacArthur of Arthur School of Art, above left, Judy Anderson from Kukucaju, above right, and some local supporters to paint a rainbow connecting downtown businesses together.
Helping Hungry Heroes campaign raises $33,000
CENTRE WELLINGTON – The Helping Hungry Heroes community campaign has exceeded $33,000 in…
The best way to prevent suicide is to talk about it
GUELPH - Anxiety, depression and other mental health and life challenges can be hard to manage during the uncertainty brought about by COVID-19 states the Suicide Awareness Council of Wellington Dufferin Guelph.
County to fast track budget process
WELLINGTON COUNTY – County officials plan to get a jump on the 2020 budget process in…
Rotary Club of Erin provides $10,000 grant to East Wellington Community Services Food Bank
Sizable donation – The Rotary Club of Erin is providing a $10,000 grant to the East…
Lunch with Love continues, but closes fundraising page
ELORA – When the Lunch with Love idea was hatched, the group had four goals: to help keep a…
2nd Chance ready to help job seekers
FERGUS – It may not be time to advance a career, but it’s a good time to get ready for…
Fresh Food for Kids expanded
GUELPH – Children who are not attending school might not be getting the meals that are…
CMHA: time to get real about your feelings
TORONTO - Most Canadians rely on shortcuts to describe their emotional state—even during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Capital projects to proceed in Wellington North
WELLINGTON NORTH – While municipal facilities, including recreational facilities and the…