WELLINGTON NORTH – The Saugeen Economic Development Corporation (SEDC) and Bruce Community Futures Development Corporation (Bruce CFDC) have partnered again to deliver the Hawks’ Nest, a Dragons’ Den-inspired competition where entrepreneurs from pitch business ideas in an attempt to secure financial
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OPINION: Farmers concerned with proposed pandemic preparedness bill
ONTARIO – It’s been almost five years since the first reports of a mysterious new illness affecting humans began circulating in the media.
Centre Wellington seeks feedback for 10-year levels of service plan
ELORA – Centre Wellington Township is in the process of creating a clear and complete levels of service (LOS) plan to meet the 2025 requirements outlined in provincial regulations.
Two-in-five say they’re ‘worse off’ than last year
VANCOUVER – New data from the non-profit Angus Reid Institute finds fewer Canadians expressing concerns about the state of their finances as inflation has cooled, but still many who are feeling the burden of the increased cost of living.
Elora Community Theatre performs The Grinch The Panto
FERGUS - The Elora Community Theatre performed The Grinch The Panto at the Fergus Grand Theatre on the weekend and it was a hit with the audience.
Go polar for a purpose
FERGUS – Grace Christian Fellowship is holding another Polar Bear 5k run/walk to raise funds for its youth program.
Alma Santa Claus parade returns
ALMA – The Alma Optimist Club will once again be hosting the Alma Santa Claus parade Dec. 22 from 2 to 3pm. This family-friendly event will feature festive floats, local performers, and, of course, Santa himself. This will mark Santa’s final parade of the season before he retires to the North Pole
Fergus Curling Club holds annual 101 Bonspiel
FERGUS – The Fergus Curling Club held its annual 101 Bonspiel on Nov. 23.
Holiday shoppers explore Elora Christmas Market
ELORA – Fire tables, hot drinks, cedar booths offering artisan wares, and tons of photo ops greet visitors to the Elora Christmas Market on Francis Lane.
Bay City Rollers to headline Saturday night concert at Scottish Festival this summer
FERGUS - The Fergus Scottish Festival and Highland Games is thrilled to announce ‘A Scottish Saturday Night Concert’ as part of its 80th anniversary celebrations.
Registration on now for Guelph Dance’s March Break Arts Explosion Camp
GUELPH – Registration is available now for Guelph Dance’s March Break Arts Explosion Camp happening March 10 to 14 at the River Run Centre in Guelph.
Sensational Elora donates to CW Eats program
CENTRE WELLINGTON – Sensational Elora dropped off a cheque to Centre Wellington District High School’s CW Eats program on Dec. 12.
Ballet Jörgen reimagines a classic: Sleeping Beauty
GUELPH – With timeless music by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky and fresh choreography by Bengt Jörgen, Ballet Jörgen – Sleeping Beauty is a modern version of the classic production. Part of Movement – The Dance Series, this show is supported by Season Sponsor Richardson Wealth and the department of Canad
Rae’s Growing Agritourism Act becomes law this week
TORONTO – A private member’s bill from Perth-Wellington MPP Matthew Rae aimed at reducing liability for farm-based tourism operators has passed its third and final reading.
Elliott community named recipient of grant from local foundation
GUELPH – The Elliott Community Retirement home has announced it is a 2024 grant recipient for the from the Balnar Family Foundation of Guelph. This grant will allow the Elliott Community to revitalize its on-site cafe, located in the community centre’s atrium. “The cafe is cherished by our residen