PUSLINCH – Dufferin Aggregates has been granted a two-week extension of a temporary agreement for extended hours and an alternative haul route through Morriston during roundabout construction at Wellington Roads 46 (Brock Road) and 34.
Business
Development charges set to increase in Erin
ERIN – Development charges are set to rise significantly in Erin if a proposed increase is passed by town council.
Series of Makers Markets planned in Minto this fall
MINTO – A newly-formed Minto Makers’ Market committee is hosting a series of markets help promote local “homepreneurs” (home-based businesses).
Elements Casino in Elora to open Sept. 28
ELORA – Elements Casino Grand River is reopening on Sept. 28. But it will be slot machines only in the beginning, and other table games and amenities like food and beverage services will not be open. As well, admission is limited to 50 guests at a time.
Mapleton council rejects zoning change for bulk propane depot in Alma
ALMA – Citing strong community opposition, Mapleton council has turned down a request for a zoning change that would have allowed an underground bulk propane storage facility at the Core Fuels property here.
Nervous about returning to work? There’s a tool kit for that
GUELPH – For anyone nervous or anxious about returning to their workplace, the Canadian Mental Health Association has prepared a tool kit to help employees navigate their fears and help employers create transition plans and policies so everyone can feel safe, confident and productive.
Nestlé-to-Ice River Springs sale falls through
NORTH YORK - The sale of the Nestlé Pure Life water bottling business to Ice River Springs has fallen through.
Guelph, Wellington and partners unveil initiatives to support economic recovery
GUELPH – Last year Guelph and Wellington County won the Smart Cities Challenge for their Our Food Future project that came with a $10-million prize and immediately the groups started working on a plan.
80th anniversary celebration – Wellington Motors
80th anniversary celebration - Wellington Motors celebrated its 80th year in business on Aug 27.
Brighten Up Toys and Games held its official ribbon cutting on Aug. 29.
Brighten Up Toys and Games held its official ribbon cutting on Aug. 29
New industry
On an eight acre lot in the Elora industrial section Stirling Marathon plans to employ 60 people in its second phase.
CIP grants approved for former Bodnar’s store building
HARRISTON – Minto council has approved Community Improvement Program (CIP) grants totalling $7,228 to help bring a former local storefront operation back to life.
Provincial RED funds contribute to downtown beautification in Minto
HARRISTON – A Rural Economic Development (RED) grant for downtown beautification projects in the Town of Minto was officially announced here on July 27.
New business boom, public art enhance Minto downtowns
MINTO – The business count in town is on the rise. With numerous new business openings in recent weeks, local officials have been busy attending grand openings in Clifford, Harriston and Palmerston.
Citizens, businesses honoured at drive-in movie themed gala
ELORA – Two prominent Centre Wellington volunteers say they were surprised to be honoured with “citizen of the year” titles last week at the Centre Wellington Chamber of Commerce’s (CWCC) Awards of Excellence Gala.