FERGUS – St. James Anglican Church is holding a Christmas market and craft sale featuring “a fantastic variety of local vendors,” organizers say.
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Four bridges; one public open house on Dec. 2
CENTRE WELLINGTON – The township and its consultant, R.J. Burnside and Associates, are holding a public open house to gain input on four bridges south-east of Fergus.
Police beat: Commercial vehicle safety blitz results in 38 charges
GUELPH-ERAMOSA – Sixteen vehicles were taken off the road and 38 charges were laid by police during a recent commercial vehicle safety blitz.
World champion releases his first children’s book
GUELPH – Nathan Skoufis, world champion martial artist and lifelong resident of the area is announcing the release of his first children’s book.
Drayton Entertainment’s incoming artistic director works to remove barriers
DRAYTON – David Connolly is set to become Drayton Entertainment’s second artistic director.
Mermaid in Elora to celebrate 30 years
ELORA – The Mermaid in Elora is gearing up to celebrate its 30th anniversary on Dec. 2 from 4 to 8pm.
Mission Thrift Store in Fergus offering unique sale Nov. 29 to thank customers
FERGUS – The Mission Thrift Store is offering a special sale to thank customers.
Students explore skilled trades with alternative education at College Heights Secondary School
GUELPH – The Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB) is inviting students and families to explore alternative education pathways through alternative education at College Heights Secondary School (CHSS), through events designed to showcase unique hands-on learning and specialized skills training.
All smiles at the Grove Youth Wellness Hubs
GUELPH – The Grove Youth Wellness Hubs Wellington Guelph was the recipient of the Tim Horton Holiday Smile Cookie fundraiser and on Nov. 18 the campaign kicked off with some cookie decorating by officials at the Grove and the Canadian Mental Health Association Waterloo-Wellington.
County of Wellington chief administrative officer Scott Wilson honoured with King Charles III Coronation Medal
WELLINGTON COUNTY – County of Wellington chief administrative officer Scott Wilson, right, was in Ottawa on Nov. 22 to receive a King Charles III Coronation Medal, which was presented by Senator Rob Black, left.
Local young dancers set to perform Ballet Jörgen’s The Nutcracker
CENTRE WELLINGTON – Two young dancers from Centre Wellington have earned the chance to dance with Ballet Jörgen in its production of The Nutcracker next month.
Agricultural event empowers youth to join the industry
CENTRE WELLINGTON – Although Ontario has an abundance of rich farmland, there is a significant need for more youth to pursue agricultural careers in the province.
Guelph Police, Wellington OPP launch joint Festive RIDE campaign
GUELPH – They may call it the Festive RIDE campaign, but the only thing festive about it is the time of year. And if you’re caught driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs, it would be naïve to hope a Christmas miracle will help you out.
Children’s Foundation in need of donors to ‘Adopt-A-Family’ this holiday season
GUELPH – The Children's Foundation of Guelph and Wellington currently has approximately 300 families still waiting to be adopted though its annual Adopt-A-Family support program.
Veterinarian honoured for leadership in agricultural community
GUELPH/ERAMOSA – It was farming that inspired Rob Swackhammer to become a veterinarian, and now his work and volunteerism in the field has earned him an award named for his mentor.