GUELPH – Wellington County’s social services committee is supporting a recommendation to county council to award three roofing contracts to Ottawa-based T.P. Crawford Limited for a total of $2.82 million (before tax).
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Public health embarks on several innovative projects
GUELPH – Chair George Bridge called it "innovation week" at Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health. Three reports were presented to the board of health on May 1 showing how the health unit is using artificial intelligence, digital devices and online learning platforms to add efficiency.
Hammerhead flatworm invades Ontario gardens, forests: entomologist
WELLINGTON COUNTY – An enigmatic intruder stealthily infiltrates the undergrowth of backyards, forests, gardens, and landscapes in Ontario.
CVC celebrating 70th anniversary
MISSISSAUGA — Credit Valley Conservation (CVC) is hosting a flag-raising ceremony on May 10 in celebration of its 70th anniversary.
Feds announce up to $1 million to support well-being in ag sector
OTTAWA – Federal agriculture minister Lawrence MacAulay announced up to $1 million for mental health supports for producers on May 6.
Equine program offered to Black, 2SLGBTQIA+ students at UGDSB
LORETTO – Equine assisted learning can boost self-esteem, strengthen communication skills, increase awareness and improve mental health.
Mobile hazardous waste depot moving to Erin
WELLINGTON COUNTY – The Mobile Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Depot is moving from the Harriston Waste Facility to the Erin Roads Garage, and will be there for the month of May.
Tickets on sale for Coming Home Festival, Aug. 9 to 11
AMARANTH – The Coming Home Festival has announced its lineup for the Aug. 9 to 11 music festival.
Singer-songwriter performing hometown stories
ACTON – Local singer-songwriter Peter Yake will be performing June 8 at Heritage Acton Town Hall Centre in support of his debut independently produced album, Bridge Outside of Town.
Transition to producer recycling responsibility is underway
TORONTO – July 1 will mark the one-year milestone since Circular Materials, a national not-for-profit producer-led organization, kick-started Ontario’s transition to extended producer responsibility (EPR) for packaging and paper material.