Last week was municipal election day across Ontario. Although the campaigns aren’t generally as high profile as during provincial or federal elections, these local contests are no less important.
Wellington County
New study highlights economic impact and shortfall of Ontario’s farmer risk management programs
GUELPH - The Ontario Agriculture Sustainability Coalition (OASC) announced the release of a new study, “Evaluation of the Impact of the Risk Management Program/Self-Directed Risk Management Program on Ontario Farmers and the Economy,” on Oct. 31.
How will an education workers strike affect Wellington County schools?
WELLINGTON COUNTY - On Nov. 4, 302 education workers represented by the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) and employed by Wellington County’s two school boards could walk off the job in a province-wide strike.
Autumn leaves bright at WCMA
Colourful display – The trees in front of the Wellington County Museum and Archives in Aboyne…
County Culture Project approaches completion
GUELPH – A project aimed at documenting and supporting the County of Wellington’s corporate culture is entering the final stages.
County announces recipients of 2022 Luella Logan award, scholarship
GUELPH – The recipients of the 2022 Luella Logan scholarship and award were announced by Wellington County Warden Kelly Linton at the Oct. 27 county council meeting.
Davidson, Lennox running to become warden of Wellington County
GUELPH – It will be a two-way race to be the next warden of Wellington County. Mapleton Mayor Gregg Davidson and Wellington North Mayor Andy Lennox have announced their intentions to seek the county’s top political post.
Remembrance activities scheduled at county museum
ABOYNE – The Wellington County Museum and Archives is getting set for several pre-Remembrance Day displays and activities.
Familiar faces returning as school board trustees
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Several familiar faces will be returning as school board trustees in Wellington County after Monday night's election.
COVID-19 cases up in region; steady in Wellington County
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Confirmed COVID-19 cases are up 26% in the Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health (WDGPH) region this week, while hospitalizations are down. And with colder weather on the way, public health officials continue to remind residents to ensure they are up-to-date with vaccinations