ELORA - The County of Wellington mobile household hazardous waste (HHW) depot is moving from the Rothsay Waste Facility to the Elora Waste Facility, and will be there for the month of January
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Seniors facing 25 charges in connection with 1961-1984 sexual assaults
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Two Centre Wellington seniors are facing a combined 25 charges in connection with numerous sexual assaults that occurred four to six decades ago – and police believe there could be more victims.
Elora author’s new book reminds readers ‘What We’ve Forgotten’
ELORA – Amy Miranda is new to Elora, and she’s bringing magic to the village with her works of witchery.
Jefferson Elora Community Centre officially re-opened
ELORA - Jefferson Elora Community Centre holds its grand re-opening on Jan. 5. “Recreation centres are at the centre of healthy communities, especially rural communities,” said Senator Rob Black.
Watters reflects on first year in office for all-new mayor, council
ELORA – Centre Wellington Mayor Shawn Watters sat down with the Advertiser to talk about his first year in office, the first year of the all-new council, and the task at hand for the council he says will be known as the “planning council.”
Students qualify for Ontario Winter Games in weightlifting
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Six local weightlifting athletes have qualified for the 2024 Ontario Winter Games in Thunder Bay, Feb. 16 to 26.
Welland man faces weapon, driving charges after vehicle stolen
FERGUS – A Welland man is facing several weapon charges following a stolen vehicle call here recently.
Police Beat: Fergus woman charged with drug possession
CENTRE WELLINGTON – A Fergus woman has been charged with drug possession following a traffic stop here last month.
Spindrift Wind Quartet coming to Melville Church
FERGUS - The Spindrift Wind Quartet will begin the Gallery Concert season for 2024 with concerts at Melville United Church on Jan. 21 and Feb. 11.
Centre Wellington to conduct study of short-term rentals
ELORA – Considering the growing popularity of Airbnb and similar websites, and faced with a shortage of housing in the township, Centre Wellington council is concerned that accommodations for tourists are taking precedence over accommodations for residents.