GUELPH – Drug overdoses were a problem before the COVID-19 pandemic, but the problem has only become worse, says the associate medical officer of health for Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health.
Guelph/Eramosa
Eden Mills Writers’ Festival announces festival Sunday schedule
EDEN MILLS – The Eden Mills Writers’ Festival (EMWF) has announced its festival Sunday schedule.
Rising food, gas prices have impacted most food banks in Wellington County
WELLINGTON COUNTY — Local food banks were asked to comment on changes they’ve seen in recent months, and how its been affected by inflation.
Cause of vacant barn fire in Guelph/Eramosa undetermined
GUELPH/ERAMOSA - A farmhouse on the same property was completely destroyed by fire on Aug. 27 last year.
Police beat: Break-in, theft
MOUNT FOREST – Police are looking for the public’s help to identify those responsible for a…
Council approves application for four-unit apartment
ROCKWOOD – Council here has approved an application for a four-unit apartment building on Alma Street in Rockwood.
Rockwood FC U18 undefeated in Niagara Falls tournament
Rockwood FC – Rockwood FC’s U18 ladies team continued its winning ways with a second tournament…
Guelph/Eramosa fire department responds to trauma call at Angelstone
ERIN – A woman was taken to hospital after falling off a horse here on Sunday afternoon.
WDG Public Health confirms first rabid bat of 2022
MELANCTHON – Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health received notification of a positive rabies test in a bat on Aug. 10. There were two human exposures to the animal. Both individuals have begun a treatment protocol.
Townhouse development in Rockwood still awaiting final approval
ROCKWOOD – A townhouse development set for Rockwood is awaiting final approval. The plan was set to be approved at an Aug. 8 council meeting, but a few housekeeping revisions has delayed the process.