WELLINGTON COUNTY – For decades, Paul Fischbach has quietly dedicated himself to a craft that is essential for the well-being of our equine companions: farriery.
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Police beat: Kitchener man subject of ‘sudden death’ investigation: OPP
PUSLINCH – Police have now identified the dead person found in a car here last week, but they are not providing any other details about the ongoing “sudden death” investigation.
Fergus trail ride raises funds for Hospice Wellington
FERGUS – Horseback riders in Centre Wellington will crunch through the autumn leaves again this October to raise funds for Hospice Wellington.
Equine Guelph offers tuition awards
GUELPH – Equine enthusiasts and professionals can develop their skills through online programs and courses offered through Equine Guelph.
Crowds come out for Fergus Terry Fox Run
CENTRE WELLINGTON — The annual Terry Fox Run took place on Sept. 17 at locations across the country, including Fergus.
Guelph, county host newcomers during Welcoming Week
GUELPH — Immigrant Services Guelph-Wellington held an event on Sept. 16 to welcome newcomers to the area.
Wellington County receives North American Hazardous Materials Management Association Award
WELLINGTON COUNTY – The County of Wellington’s Solid Waste Services division has been selected as the 2023 North American Hazardous Materials Management Association Award recipient.
Second annual adult prom comes to The GrandWay
ELORA – Get your outfits ready for this year’s “Adult Prom” at The GrandWay Events Centre in Elora on Oct. 13.
All Nations Grand River Water Walk to heal ‘Nibi’
BELWOOD – Indigenous people are praying, singing, and holding ceremony along the Grand River to heal and cleanse the water.
Palmerston man guilty on three counts of sexual assault; jury acquits on two counts
GUELPH – Shortly after 7pm on Monday night at Guelph Superior Court, word arrived: the verdict was in.
Rotary club donates $500,000 to new Aboyne Rural Hospice
ABOYNE – The kick-off for the Aboyne Rural Hospice on Sept. 15 got off to a monumental start with a $500,000 donation from the Rotary Club of Fergus-Elora.
Police recover two vehicles linked to 2019 homicide
MINTO – Two vehicles believed to be involved in the murder of a Kitchener man last seen alive in Harriston over four years ago have been recovered by the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP).
Police investigating after Erin fire deemed ‘suspicious’
ERIN – Police are investigating after a Sideroad 10 fire in Erin on Sept. 15 was deemed suspicious. Over 30 firefighters from both the Hillsburgh and Erin fire stations responded to the call.
Jury deliberating in week-long Michael Hurst sexual assault trial
GUELPH – A 12-member jury for the trial of Palmerston resident Michael Hurst, who is charged with five counts of sexual assault, began deliberating on Sept. 18. Last week, Hurst and two woman testified before the jury.