WELLINGTON COUNTY – Recent data from Feed Ontario shows the number of people visiting food banks across the province doubled between 2019 and 2023.
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Business Centre Guelph-Wellington celebrates 25 years of supporting small businesses
GUELPH – The Business Centre Guelph-Wellington hosted an invitation-only luncheon at Cutten Fields for clients, business advisors, board members and more to celebrate the organization's 25th anniversary.
Developer seeks zoning for fifth phase of Arthur’s Eastridge subdivision
KENILWORTH – Plans are moving forward for the fifth and final phase of Arthur’s Eastridge subdivision. A public meeting was held on Nov. 18 to gather feedback on an application to rezone land to allow 55 new housing units to be built.
Tax rate increase of 4.4% proposed for Guelph/Eramosa
BRUCEDALE – Guelph/Eramosa is looking at a four per cent tax rate increase based on the proposed 2025 budget presented to council at its Nov. 18 committee of the whole meeting.
Mount Forest alley becomes outdoor art gallery thanks to team effort
MOUNT FOREST – A previously dark alley in downtown Mount Forest has been transformed into an art gallery thanks to support from local businesses and the work of local artists.
Public has misgivings about proposed battery storage facility in Fergus
FERGUS – The Aypa Power application to build a battery storage facility in south Fergus returned to council during a Nov. 25 public planning meeting, with many delegations expressing opposition to the proposed facility.
Canada Post strike continues as weekend negotiations yield ‘limited progress’
WELLINGTON COUNTY – The Canada Post strike has entered its second week, as weekend negotiations yielded ‘limited progress’.
Launch of Season 2 of Teeny Tiny Stories a big deal for Elora creator
ELORA – Sky Hammond is riding high since TVOKids signed him to create a second season of Teeny Tiny Stories. Part two of the animated series launched on TVOKids’ YouTube channel in November and can be found on the channel.
Centre Wellington winter parking ban in effect
ELORA – Centre Wellington Township officials are reminding residents about overnight winter parking restrictions that came into effect on Nov. 1 and remain in place until March 31.
Elora Singers get in Christmas spirit with concerts, gift ideas
ELORA – If you’re thinking about Christmas, think about the Elora Singers.
South Hanlon to be closed overnight Friday
GUELPH – Drivers who regularly make the southern part of the Hanlon Expressway part of their travels may have to find an alternate route on Friday night.
Fergus resident collecting Pennies for Poverty
FERGUS – Fergus resident Randy Vaine has been collecting pennies for several months – a campaign he calls Pennies for Poverty.
Gift of Home event supports Wyndham House efforts to end youth homelessness
GUELPH – Celebrating the holiday season will help give young people a safe place to live when the Gift of Home event returns on Nov. 30.
‘Intoxicated’ woman arrested for assaulting Guelph officer
GUELPH – A Parry Sound woman faces charges after a Guelph Police officer was assaulted last Saturday.
Puslinch Santa Claus parade brought rain and shine
PUSLINCH – The Optimist Club of Puslinch put on its Santa Claus Parade on Nov. 24 thanks to the participation of many individuals and community groups.