DRAYTON – David Connolly is set to become Drayton Entertainment’s second artistic director.
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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.
Fundraiser aims to make Louise Marshall Hospital brighter during holidays
MOUNT FOREST – The latest fundraising campaign for the Louise Marshall Hospital Foundation will have the added bonus of brightening up the hospital for patients and staff who have to spend time there during the holiday season.
Hockey team to raise funds for Skylar Beuhler’s cancer journey
HARRISTON – The Orangeville Viking U11 boys hockey team will be playing in Harriston in hopes of raising funds for a little girl with acute lymphocytic leukemia.
Erin’s deputy fire chief Jim Peavoy recognized for 50 years of service
ERIN – Deputy fire chief Jim Peavoy was recognized for 50 years of service to the Erin community on Nov. 14, in a room filled with friends, family, council members and fellow firefighters.
Canada Post strike continues as sides remain ‘really far apart’
FERGUS – “We have been without a contract for nearly a year ... There’s not really any negotiating happening," said Anika Warmington, second vice president of CUPW Local 546. “We’re really far apart."