GUELPH – Since the beginning of the pandemic the federal government has provided COVID-19-related supports and benefits.
Wellington County
OPP investigating after Pride decorations targeted by vandals
WELLINGTON COUNTY – The OPP is investigating after several Pride flags and decorations were damaged or destroyed recently in Perth and Wellington counties.
County hosting public information webinar on Indigenous Gathering Circle project
ABOYNE – Wellington County is planning to construct an Indigenous Gathering Circle on the Wellington Place campus. Citizens are invited to attend a June 20 online meeting where information about the proposed project will be shared.
Support after suicide team expanding services in county
WELLINGTON COUNTY – A $647,500 provincial grant will ensure the continuation of a local support after suicide program over the next three years, and will bring a new group program to the county for anyone who has attempted suicide.
Summertime fun? Proceed with caution, says medical officer of health
GUELPH – While COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations are down, the World Health Organization has not declared the pandemic over, and local residents should use caution this summer, says the local medical officer of health.
Wellington OPP now accepting applications for youth advisory committee
GUELPH – Applications are now being accepted for the Wellington County OPP’s youth advisory committee.
Who’s running in the municipal election?
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Nominations for the 2022 municipal election are open. Candidates can officially file nominations for the offices of mayor, councillor or school board trustee until Aug. 19.
Cox Construction awarded $3.47-million contract for road renewal project
WELLINGTON COUNTY - Wellington County council has awarded Cox Construction with a tax-in $3.47 million roadwork contract to renew six kilometres of Wellington Road 22.
County approves continued tax rebate for low-income seniors and persons with a disability
WELLINGTON COUNTY – The county has approved a tax rebate for low-income seniors who are at least 65 years-old, as well as low-income persons who have a disability.
Local hospitals extending mask mandate
WELLINGTON COUNTY – While the province's mask mandate for hospitals ends this weekend, local hospitals will still require face coverings for everyone entering the buildings.