ARISS – Peter McIntyre, a self-published writer from Ariss, has released a historical fiction novella set in Guelph called The Cistern Rose.
Centre Wellington
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.
Enchanted Forest of Fergus – An evening of music, art and magic
FERGUS - Over 2500 guests attended the second annual Enchanted Forest of Fergus, held Sept. 22 and 23 in the forested area behind the Centre Wellington Community Sportsplex.
Annual toll bridge for Diabetes Canada
BELWOOD - The Belwood and District Lions Club held its annual voluntary toll bridge for Diabetes Canada Sept. 16 and 17 in Belwood on Wellington Road 26.
Pedal for Portage raises over $57,000
More than 130 enthusiastic riders came together on Sept. 23 to participate in the 6th annual Pedal for Portage event, raising $57,000 in support of Portage and the youth it serves.
Union hosts community events as contract negotiations continue
ELORA – CUPE Local 4392, representing developmental service workers with Community Living Guelph Wellington, held two community events last weekend to draw public attention to what union officials are calling a “stalemate” after months of bargaining with their employer.
St. Joseph Catholic School holds Terry Fox Run in Fergus
FERGUS – St. Joseph Catholic School had its Terry Fox Run event on Sept. 21. As of that day, the school raised more than 65 per cent of its $5,200 goal.
A ‘Concert with Addy-Tude’
ELORA — A “Concert with Addy-Tude” was a fundraiser in memory of Addisson Hill, a 14-year-old Fergus youth who succumbed to sarcoma cancer in 2022.