ERIN – Council here has approved a bid for $2.93 million for renovations at the Centre 2000 community centre. The project includes several upgrades to the community centre, including electrical and fire systems, roofing, HVAC systems, and an added generator.
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Council gives three property owners a few more months to understand heritage designation before making final decision
ABERFOYLE – Puslinch council has deferred, for a second time, a decision to designate three heritage properties after the owners filed objections with the township.
Third annual Waddies Classic delivers big money, noise, fun in Elora
ELORA - The third annual Waddies Classic welcomed 84 teams from across North America to the Jefferson Elora Community Centre on May 25.
Celebration of life for former Minto mayor David Burns is June 14
PALMERSTON – A celebration of life for former Town of Minto mayor David Burns will be held at the Frank Lambier Legion in Palmerston on June 14.
Centre Wellington council again says no to cannabis retail stores
ELORA – It took two rounds of recorded votes, but council passed a motion at its May 27 meeting to maintain the status quo when it comes to allowing cannabis retail stores in the township. Which is to say the township will not be opting in to the program.
Close to 1,000 workers on strike at Cargill’s beef processing plant in Guelph
GUELPH – Hundreds of workers at Cargill’s beef processing facility in Guelph started their day on the picket lines on May 27 as the union representing front-line workers at the plant took strike action.
Wellington OPP’s marine unit hits the water over busy Belwood Lions Pike Derby weekend
BELWOOD LAKE - OPP and Ministry of Natural Resources officers teamed up to hit the water over a busy weekend at the Belwood Lions Pike and Walley derby from May 25-26. Wellington OPP's marine unit patrols Conestogo, Guelph, Puslinch and Belwood lakes checking for compliance with boating safety laws.
Preparation underway for 27th annual Children’s Farm and Home Farm Safety Day
WELLINGTON COUNTY – The Waterloo Rural Women Planning Committee toured Riverline Dairy Farm near Baden in preparation for the 27th annual Children’s Farm and Home Farm Safety Day at the farm on June 1.
Reflections: Idolatry
What comes to mind when you think of idols? The first thing that comes to my mind is Exodus 32, where Aaron collects the golden earrings from the children of Israel and makes a golden calf for the children of Israel to worship.
Centre Wellington holding key projects open house
CENTRE WELLINGTON – The township is bringing its Connect CW concept to the public on one night, in one location, for all residents to meet with the staff and project team members on Centre Wellington’s major initiatives.
Minto council presents outstanding achievement awards
MINTO – Minto council presented outstanding achievement awards on May 21.
Children’s Foundation seeks donations for ‘Kids to Camp’
WELLINGTON COUNTY – The Children’s Foundation of Guelph and Wellington is hoping to send as many kids to camp as possible this summer, but it’s looking for the public’s support to get them there.
Mayor’s charity golf tournament set for Aug. 8
MINTO – Three organizations will benefit from the profits made at this year’s 14th annual Minto Mayor’s Charity Golf Tournament on Aug. 8 at Pike Lake Golf Club.
Township favours straight lines for lot severance
BRUCEDALE – Guelph/Eramosa council is recommending a smaller lot severance than requested in response to a severance application that would see boundaries changed on two adjacent agricultural properties.
Minto council briefs: grants, construction, renovation
Disability organization PALMERSTON – The owner of Building Bridges Adult Day Program is receiving…