GUELPH – The county’s joint social services committee has endorsed a recommendation that would see solar panels installed on the roofs of three county-owned residential buildings at a cost of more than half a million.
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Catholic school board reverses decision on Strathallan Park
FERGUS – It looks like Strathallan Park might remain a park after all. The Wellington Catholic District School Board is re-examining its space needs and might not need to build a high school in the park.
CW Shuffleboard Club participates in International Shuffleboard Association Championship
CENTRE WELLINGTON – Seven Centre Wellington Shuffleboard Club members participated in the 41st International Shuffleboard Association (ISA) Championship at San Benito, Texas, USA from Oct. 27 to Nov. 2.
UGDSB and SJHCG celebrate first cohort of the Living Classroom learners
GUELPH – The Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB) and St. Joseph’s Health Centre Guelph (SJHCG) are celebrating the first cohort of learners enrolled in the the Living Classroom program at SJHGC.
Officials cut ribbon on new Grand Valley recreation space
GRAND VALLEY – The Town of Grand Valley officially cut the ribbon on its new multi-purpose outdoor recreation facility this month.
U of G offering training to faculty and staff in support of student wellness
GUELPH – The University of Guelph has launched a new training program aimed at increasing faculty and staff’s knowledge, understanding and awareness of how both lived traumatic experiences and generational trauma can impact student mental health and well-being.
Workshops at EWFHT slow over Christmas, ramp up in new year
ERIN – East Wellington Family Health Team will slow its workshop offerings in December.
Elora Singers release In Beauty May I Walk
ELORA – The Elora Singers have released a new album, In Beauty May I Walk.
‘Small Treasures’ art show runs until Jan. 5.
GUELPH – The Artworks Gallery in Guelph held a soft opening for the Small Treasures art show on Nov. 10.
Wellington County Soil and Crop annual meeting returns
MAPLETON – The Wellington County Soil and Crop annual meeting is set for Dec. 6 with registration from 9 to 9:30am at the Alma Bible Church.
Legal Clinic hosts National Housing Day event on Nov. 22
GUELPH – The Legal Clinic of Guelph and Wellington County is inviting people to learn and share stories about the vital role housing plays in people’s lives at a National Housing Day event on Nov. 22.
Santa swoops into Aberfoyle Nov. 24
PUSLINCH – After organizing the Santa Claus Parade 28 times, the 29th time, on Nov. 24 at 2pm, will be a breeze for the Optimist Club of Puslinch.
James and the Giant Peach arrives at Fergus Grand Theatre
FERGUS – Playful Fox Productions presented the Roald Dahl classic James and the Giant Peach at the Fergus Grand Theatre with three performances on Nov. 15, 16, and 17.
Highland Manor donates to SMART Exercise program
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Residents of Highland Manor presented a cheque for $500 to the SMART Exercise program Nov. 7.
Age is just a number; combating age bias, discrimination, stereotypes
WELLINGTON COUNTY – “Too old for that” is a phrase heard both from and about older adults. A phrase that limits a person’s abilities based on age.