WELLINGTON COUNTY - From the Red Chamber to Wellington County, Rob Black and two fellow senators, Alberta Senator Paula Simmons and Senator Pat Duncan of Yukon, toured across Wellington County and Guelph from April 24 to 26 to investigate what's happening on the ground in the name of healthy soils.
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Guelph woman charged in crash that injured CTV reporter
PUSLINCH – An elderly Guelph woman has been charged in the crash here two months ago that seriously injured a local journalist. CTV News Kitchener reporter Stephanie Villella was at the intersection of Brock Road North (Wellington Road 46) and Maltby Road when she was hit by a sedan on March 1.
Indigenous Gathering Circle opens with ceremony and tree planting
ABOYNE - The Indigenous Gathering Circle located at the Wellington Place Campus in Aboyne was officially opened on April 26 with remarks from local politicians and Indigenous ceremony.
County increasing support for Waterloo-Wellington Children’s Groundwater Festival
GUELPH – The County of Wellington is increasing its financial support for the Waterloo-Wellington Children’s Groundwater Festival, which is being held in the county for the first time in 2023.
White elected chair of Conservation Ontario
GUELPH – Wellington County councillor Chris White has been elected chair of Conservation Ontario.
Public health officials encouraging residents to stay up-to-date with immunizations
WELLINGTON COUNTY – As public health officials recognize National Immunization Week (April 24 to 28) and celebrate the successful COVID-19 immunization campaign, they are reminding people of the protection provided by staying current with vaccinations moving forward.
Wild turkey hunting season returns April 25
ONTARIO – The Ontario Conservation Officers Association (OCOA) is wishing Ontario’s wild turkey hunters a safe, enjoyable, and successful hunt, according to a press release.
Canadian Dairy Xpo showcases innovation and success in Canadian dairy industry
STRATFORD – After a three-year hiatus, producers were eager to reconnect with fellow dairy producers, industry reps and new technology at the Canadian Dairy Xpo (CDX), states a press release.
Upper Grand, Wellington Catholic school boards sign violent threat protocol with 14 organizations
WELLINGTON COUNTY - The Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB) and the Wellington Catholic District School Board (WCDSB) are among 16 community partners to sign the fourth Guelph-Wellington-Dufferin Violence Threat Risk Assessment (VTRA) Community Protocol.
Caledon Pony Club fostering love of horses
CALEDON – Established in 1960, the Caledon Pony Club (CPC) is a member-owned riding club founded by Joan Kendal and her daughter Nicola.