CENTRE WELLINGTON – Wellington Water Watchers (WWW) is looking for canoe and kayak enthusiasts to collect trackers in the Grand River, Credit River, and Bronte Creek.
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Town lends support as Erin Agricultural Society plans for 175th fall fair next year
ERIN – The Town of Erin is giving its support as the Erin Agricultural Society plans for its 175th anniversary next year.
U of G research teams growing berries year-round using latest tech
GUELPH – Research teams led by the University of Guelph aim to change the how fresh produce is grown in Canada, and have entered a second phase of the Homegrown Innovation Challenge.
Next Tree Walk in Elora Gorge
ELORA - Neighbourwood is holding another Tree Walk and back by popular demand are historian Al Koop and tree-lover Rob Guthrie to lead the group.
New donation supports mental health Guelph General staff
GUELPH – The Foundation of the Guelph General Hospital is thrilled to announce a generous gift of $150,000 from long time donors Bill and Colleen Koornstra to establish The Bill and Colleen Koornstra Health and Wellness Fund.
Fergus Legion hosts provincial euchre tournament
FERGUS - Some 54 teams from nine Ontario Royal Canadian Legion districts came to Fergus on May 4 for the provincial euchre tournament.
Hillsburgh garden sale on May 18
HILLSBURGH — The Hillsburgh Garden Club’s spring plant sale takes place on May 18, and organizers say a wide selection of annuals, perennials, heirloom tomato plants, hanging baskets and more will be featured.
Higher ‘remedial action rate’ noticed in 2023 Erin septic system inspections
ERIN – Last year, Wellington Source Water completed 48 development reviews, 71 inspections, 107 septic inspections and finalized three risk management plans within town.
Karishma Rego speaks at local church
BRUCEDALE – On May 4, Stone United Church hosted the final session of its 2024 Spring Wellness Series with a presentation by Karishma Rego, a mental health therapist from the East Wellington Family Health Team.
Volunteer at Sunrise Therapeutic this summer
PUSLINCH - Sunrise Therapeutic Riding and Learning Centre is seeking volunteers to help with its summer camp program.
Drift Outfitters hosting Bissell Park fishing demo
ELORA — Drift Outfitters invites people to join them for a “fun-filled, trout-focused day” at Bissell Park on May 26.
First Elora Farmers’ Market of the season
ELORA – Hundreds of people went to Bissell Park on May 4 for the first outdoor Elora Farmers’…
Guelph.Beer donates to Link Up to support BIPOC diversity in the beer industry
GUELPH – Guelph’s local breweries are proud to announce a donation that will help support diversity in the beer industry.
Greer brings joy, celebration to downtown Fergus
FERGUS – The social scene in Fergus has grown a lot in the past several years, thanks in part to BIA members like Debb Greer.
CVC celebrating 70th anniversary
MISSISSAUGA — Credit Valley Conservation (CVC) is hosting a flag-raising ceremony on May 10 in celebration of its 70th anniversary.