ERIN – To address existing water demands and future growth projections, Erin council has unanimously supported a resolution for a new municipal well.
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Night of Bright Stars memorial a chance for community to connect and reflect
KITCHENER – Bereaved Families of Ontario – Midwestern Region’s (BFO-MR) Night of Bright Stars memorial event is cherished annual tradition, providing a supportive space for individuals and families to come together and connect in their grief and to honour and remember the people they’re missing.
Trick or treat
Ghost and goblins will be out as this newspaper hits the streets.
Who wants a federal election?
OTTAWA – With Ottawa’s parliamentary precinct plunged into the latest round of minority government brinksmanship, political watchers can scarcely draw breath without simultaneously speculating about whether the nation will next go to the polls before 2024 is over.
Arthur Lions Club honours charter member, fallen lieutenant with banner
ARTHUR – Dr. Samuel Park was a charter member of the Arthur Lions Club, a Jewish immigrant from Russia, one of just a handful of doctors in Arthur’s community in the late 1930s, and a lieutenant in the Second World War.
Join Elaine McKinnon for sailing adventures and water stories
ELORA – Elaine McKinnon moved to Elora a few months ago and then went sailing.
IMpower wellness opens new location
ELORA – Lisa Roszel, owner of IMpower wellness, opened a new location on Oct. 22 at 37 Church St. E. in Elora.
Fergus Highland U18 boys rugby wins Rugby Ontario Junior Cup
FERGUS – On Oct. 27 the Fergus Highland U18 boys rugby team captured the Rugby Ontario Junior Cup for 7’s, marking a stellar end to its season.
Orton Community Association hosts Haunted Church event
ORTON – The Orton Community Association once again hosted the Haunted Church event on Oct. 25 and 26. Creepy characters came to life as the haunting began.
$1 Million Lotto Max winner
GUELPH – Deigh Madejski of Guelph was the lucky recipient of the $1 Million Lotto Max maxmillions prize in the Sept. 17 Lotto Max draw.
100 Women Who Care Rural Wellington donates to Victim Services Wellington
ARTHUR – At its recent meeting in Arthur on Sept. 16, 100 Women Who Care Rural Wellington heard presentations by members on three local charities.
Forage Focus event returns in December
GUELPH – The Ontario Forage Council has announced the Forage Focus event will return on Dec. 6, starting at 9:30am.
Betta fish: myth verses fact
FERGUS – Betta fish, also known as Siamese fighting fish, are hard to ignore with their vivid colours and flowing fins. However, despite being one of the most recognizable fish, they are also one of the most misunderstood.
Loose horse caused 1906 train wreck near Fergus
The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…
Township received $2.9 million from OLG in 2023
CENTRE WELLINGTON – The township received $2,969,050 from the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) in the 2023-24 fiscal year.