Centre Wellington

FERGUS – A Welland man is facing several weapon charges following a stolen vehicle call here recently.

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.

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.