CENTRE WELLINGTON - At 150 years old, a black walnut tree reaching 21 metres high and 30 metres across has been named Centre Wellington’s Tree of the Year.
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Blue-green algae found in Conestogo Lake
MAPLETON – The Grand River Conservation Authority (GRCA) has identified blue-green algae in Conestogo Lake. Officials added that previously confirmed blue-green algae blooms at Belwood Lake are still present.
Plump pumpkins win the day at Metz Pumpkinfest
METZ – The annual Metz Pumpkinfest took place at St. Paul’s United Church on Sept. 30.
Richard Pierpoint honoured at plaque unveiling ceremony
FERGUS – The natural area bordered by the Grand River and located at the end of Anderson Street in Fergus, sought out by local dog walkers and daytripping flyfishers alike, will soon have a new monument installed honouring the life of the area’s past owner.
Addison Hill inspires new ‘Heal the Future’ campaign at SickKids hospital
TORONTO – Late Elora teenager Addison Hill is the inspiration behind a new paediatric health care campaign at The Hospital for Sick Children. The Precision Child Health “Heal the Future” campaign was launched on Sept. 21 with the unveiling of a huge crystal ball.
Centre Wellington youth, 13, charged with sexual assault
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Police have charged a 13-year-old from Centre Wellington with sexual assault. The "historical sexual assault" occurred at a home somewhere in Wellington County.
The Cistern Rose: Ariss resident publishes novel
ARISS – Peter McIntyre, a self-published writer from Ariss, has released a historical fiction novella set in Guelph called The Cistern Rose.
Food rescue fundraiser to benefit Centre Wellington Mobile Market
CENTRE WELLINGTON – Operated out of the kitchen at Melville United Church in Fergus, the Centre Wellington Mobile Market is planning a “food rescue” event with the Skol House in Belwood on Oct. 14.
Group of Seven inspired exhibit opens at Wellington County Museum and Archives
ABOYNE – Step back in time and see Wellington County through the eyes of Group of Seven painter A.J. Casson.
Five-year termite management project will likely cost $1.4 million
ELORA – Centre Wellington is prepared to pay Termite Research Services almost $1.4 million to provide termite management services until the end of 2028.