Centre Wellington

FERGUS – Dave Genereaux was a loving husband, doting new father and “all around awesome guy. He’s going to be missed a lot,” his wife Sabrina Genereaux said tearfully on Dec. 31. 

GUELPH/ERAMOSA – A 40-year-old Fergus man is dead following a two-vehicle crash on Highway 6 on Friday morning. 

CENTRE WELLINGTON – Salem resident John Hirdes is one of 78 appointees to the Order of Canada. On Dec. 28 Governor General Mary Simon announced the order's new members, who are recognized for contributions that enrich and improve the lives of others.

ELORA – After extensive renovations and a new name, the township would like to invite the community to the official re-opening of the Jefferson Elora Community Centre on Jan. 5.  

FERGUS – J.D. Hogarth Public School held its annual food drive over three weeks this month, collecting 3,200 food items – more than the goal of 3,000 – for the local food bank. 

FERGUS – With the new year comes the search for a suitable calendar.

CENTRE WELLINGTON – The Rotary Club of Centre Wellington will be closing its doors on June 30. “Declining membership has prevented us from being able to continue...” officials stated in a press release.

GUELPH – As part of its grief support efforts, Hospice Wellington will be continuing its gentle art therapy invitations in the new year.

FERGUS – Members of the Fergus Optimist, Kinsmen and Lions Clubs gathered at the Fergus Grand Theatre on Dec. 21.