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.
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Council agrees to accept Christmas light donation – with some trepidation
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’s Longest BBQ’ on July 30 launches Food Day Canada 2024
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.
Team Addy Family Fun Day raises funds for cancer research
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.
Police beat; Brampton men charged in thefts
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Four Brampton men have been charged in connection with the theft of over $3,000 worth of products from two local stores.
No planet B
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.
Assault with ‘hot beverage’
FERGUS – A Fergus man was charged with assault this spring after he threw a hot beverage on employees at a local drive-thru.
Seniors month celebrations
FERGUS – Seniors month celebrations were held at Victoria Park Seniors Centre in Fergus on June 20.
Timeless: Rock Rebels to play at Fergus Grand Theatre
FERGUS – A Royal Tribute Productions presents the Timeless: Rock Rebels show on Oct. 17 at 7:30pm at the Fergus Grand Theatre.
Volunteer open house for Elora theatre
CENTRE WELLINGTON – Elora Community Theatre (ECT) will hold a volunteer open house on July 26 from 5-9pm to allow community members to learn more about the organization and its volunteer opportunities.