WELLINGTON COUNTY – “This report confirms our knowledge that the farmers in Wellington County are leading the way in agricultural production in Ontario,” stated county Warden Andy Lennox.
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Public health: wildfire smoke poses ‘serious’ air quality risk
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Public health officials are urging area residents to take precautions on Wednesday and Thursday due to the "serious" risk posed by wildfire smoke originating in Quebec and northeastern Ontario.
WCDSB approves 2024 budget
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Wellington Catholic District School Board (WCDSB) trustees approved the 2023-24 operating budget during a June 19 meeting with total operating expenditures of $119.5 million and a capital budget of $5.4 million.
Fireworks, food trucks, and fairgrounds
DRAYTON – A fun-filled day with lots to do for individuals of all ages is planned for Canada Day this year.
Summer Reading club is back at library
Summer Reading Club is back, and this year we’re inviting you to Check it Out! With over 300 programs being offered at Wellington County Library branches this summer, it’s easy to find something for everyone.
Local group recognizes work of older adults to strengthen communities
WELLINGTON COUNTY – To recognize Seniors Month this year, the Waterloo Wellington Older Adult Strategy (WWOAS) is celebrating the work of older adults who have shaped local communities through active family lives, careers and community volunteering.
UGDSB appoints principals, vice principals
WELLINGTON COUNTY – The Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB) has announced principal and vice-principal appointments and transfers for the 2023-24 school year, effective Sept. 1.
Drayton Entertainment Youth Academy offers summer camp
WATERLOO – The Drayton Entertainment Youth Academy is offering four weeks of theatre training experiences designed provide youth a chance to learn life skills through arts education while having fun and meeting new friends.
Investigators seeking tips on four-year-old homicide
MINTO – Four years after the abduction and death of a Kitchener man, the OPP continues to investigate the incident as a homicide and is asking the public for assistance.
Co-operators raise $169,000 for Hospice Wellington
MILTON – “It’s amazing!” said Hospice Wellington executive director Pat Stuart, of the $169,000 donation from the Co-operators Annual Charity Golf Tournament at Glenclairn Golf Club.