Centre Wellington

BELWOOD – The art of the farrier is documented as far back as 300 B.C.

FERGUS – The old Groves Memorial Community Hospital on Union Street in Fergus is in the midst of demolition, which should be completed by the end of summer or early fall, according to hospital president and CEO Angela Stanley.

CENTRE WELLINGTON – Wellington County OPP officials say police started an investigation "into a reported sexual offence at an address in Centre Wellington" on June 6.

ELORA – Centre Wellington Mayor Shawn Watters might have been hoping for a quick "yes" from Wellington County after a developer offered to build a childcare centre in Belwood as a way to give back to the community. But he quickly discovered childcare is complicated.

FERGUS – Hear ye, hear ye, the Fergus Medieval Faire is back! On July 20 the town will be transformed into a thriving medieval village filled with jousters, jesters, lords and ladies, falconers, Vikings and fairies.

ELORA – While a generous donation on the surface, some councillors were concerned accepting a donation of Christmas lights in the Elora Green Space sends the wrong message about energy conservation and sets a precedent about how much donors can dictate who should provide a service.

ELORA – On July 30, Elora’s Longest BBQ will launch Food Day Canada, which falls on Aug. 3 this year. “It’s about fostering community, supporting local businesses and celebrating our vibrant food culture,” said Food Day Canada board director Jeff Stewart.

FERGUS – Fun and games, music, a basketball tournament and more were part of the Team Addy Family Fun Day at Centre Wellington District High School on July 13.

FERGUS – All students in Grades 4 through 8 at St. Joseph’s Catholic School in Fergus worked diligently this spring, right to the last day of school, on a variety of cross-curricular projects in French and fine arts that focused on helping the planet.