GUELPH – Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health (WDGPH) is concerned with a recommendation by Ontario’s Auditor General to close six of 11 Public Health Ontario laboratory sites.
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Government claims new bill will tackle proliferation of hateful online content
OTTAWA – The Liberal government has introduced Bill C-63, the Online Harms Act, which the government says will safeguard Canadians from online hate and protect children online.
Police beat: Break-in, stolen bike
MAPLETON – A London man has been charged in connection with a break-in at a rural home here last month,
CVC spring safety tips
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Credit Valley Conservation (CVC) reminds residents of dangers near rivers, streams, ponds and lakes this time of year, and urges people to keep family and pets away from the edges of all waterways.
CSC offers tips on medication management for seniors
OTTAWA – Canada Safety Council is offering medication management tips to avoid unintended consequences or side-effects.
Experts: ask insurance company before taking off winter tires
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Spring is here at last and the temperatures continue to rise. With this, some may wonder if it is time to swap out the winter tires – and some already have.
Effectively and safely sanitizing a vehicle requires several steps
The COVID-19 pandemic changed the way people live. One readily felt effect was spending more time at home. Vehicles sat idle in driveways and even some automotive insurance providers reduced rates because people were driving much less.
Oil change intervals are lengthening
Drivers undoubtedly have noticed their vehicles need less frequent oil changes than cars once required.
Maple Weekend April 6 and 7 to showcase Ontario producers
WYEBRIDGE - Maple syrup season is well underway and producers are set to welcome visitors and showcase the 2024 crop of maple syrup during the 8th annual Maple Weekend, April 6 and 7.
Reservations open March 21 for GRCA camping
WELLINGTON COUNTY – The 2024 camping season is just around the corner and the Grand River Conservation Authority (GRCA) campsite reservation system will be open to take reservations online beginning March 21 at 8am.