The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who passed away on Feb. 23, 2015.
Wellington County
Kinky Boots! set to land on theatre stage Entertainment
CAMBRIDGE – Drayton Entertainment is urging theatre-goers to “Step into a dream where glamour is extreme” with the international smash-hit musical Kinky Boots!
Reading Club wrapping up, but lots to do at libraries
The end of Summer Reading Club is in sight, but it’s not too late to sign up! The last day to submit your ballots for amazing prizes is Saturday, Aug. 19.
British Farce Perfect Wedding onstage now at Schoolhouse Theatre
ST. JACOBS – Audiences have been saying “I DO!” to a bridal suite spectacle that is equal parts riotous comedy and touching love story with Perfect Wedding, Drayton Entertainment officials state.
‘Turtle season’ underway
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Volunteers at rare Charitable Research Reserve and other organizations are busy protecting turtle nesting sites and incubating eggs.
Guelph Bridge Club raises $1900 for Alzheimer Society
GUELPH - The Guelph Bridge Club, with only 180 members, raised $1,900 for the local Alzheimer Society and they recently passed a cheque to the Alzheimer Society.
Guelph General Hospital receives sizeable donation for stroke unit
GUELPH – The Foundation of the Guelph General Hospital is celebrating a gift from Alex and Deb Beath, previous owners of Guelph-based Artemis Technologies Inc.
International Plowing Match and Rural Expo coming to Dufferin County from Sept. 19 to 23
DUFFERIN COUNTY – Organizers are busy making final preparations for the annual International Plowing Match and Rural Expo (IPM) that will take place at Bowling Green in Dufferin County.
Governments driving growth in meat processing sector
TORONTO – The Governments of Canada and Ontario are investing up to $10 million to enhance the capacity processing capabilities in the province’s meat processing plants and abattoirs.
County awards contracts for over-budget projects amid calls for better financial scrutiny
GUELPH – A new Wellington County roads garage in Wellington North, a new library branch in Erin, and renovations to turn a Guelph building into transitional housing are all moving forward despite being way over budget.