OTTAWA – Federal agriculture minister Lawrence MacAulay announced up to $1 million for mental health supports for producers on May 6.
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Ilios Steryannis, Babylonia to perform at Silence Sounds
GUELPH – Ilios Steryannis and Babylonia Ensemble are set to return to Silence Sounds in Guelph on May 17.
Guelph students compete in Ontario Provincial Martial Arts Championships
GUELPH – Students from Guelph Family Martial Arts returned from the Ontario Provincial Martial Arts Championships, an event that draws top athletes throughout North America and one of the most competitive and longest running events in the country.
Equine program offered to Black, 2SLGBTQIA+ students at UGDSB
LORETTO – Equine assisted learning can boost self-esteem, strengthen communication skills, increase awareness and improve mental health.
Mobile hazardous waste depot moving to Erin
WELLINGTON COUNTY – The Mobile Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Depot is moving from the Harriston Waste Facility to the Erin Roads Garage, and will be there for the month of May.
Tickets on sale for Coming Home Festival, Aug. 9 to 11
AMARANTH – The Coming Home Festival has announced its lineup for the Aug. 9 to 11 music festival.
New C250 vehicles in place for Canada Post
GUELPH – Officials say the new C250 vehicle is designed to offer safety and efficiency for Canada Post employees.
Singer-songwriter performing hometown stories
ACTON – Local singer-songwriter Peter Yake will be performing June 8 at Heritage Acton Town Hall Centre in support of his debut independently produced album, Bridge Outside of Town.
Masters Four Quartet plays Bethel church
FERGUS – The Masters Four Quartet is coming to Bethel Baptist Church on Victoria Terrace in Fergus on May 11, and will perform at 7pm sharp.
Fundraiser at the Elora Arts Centre
ELORA - From left, Mary-Ann Dalkowski co-chair of the Elora Fergus Arts Council, virtuoso guitarist Vincea McLelland, and Sheila Koop, chair of the capital campaign for the Elora Arts Centre.
Elora Singers Vocal Academy close out their season
ELORA - Closing out their 2023-2024 season, the eight members of the Elora Singers Vocal Academy held their recital at St. John’s Anglican Church in Elora on May 4.
Free the Revolution coming to Fergus
FERGUS – The Centre Wellington Black Committee’s “Awakened Voices” is presenting Free the Revolution, an Afro-Latino artist.
Elora Community Theatre opens Pride and Prejudice
ELORA – The Elora Community Theatre opened its production of Pride and Prejudice on May 3.
Elora Singers wrap up their season
ELORA – To close out the 2023-24 season, the Elora Singers held a concert at Harcourt United Church in Guelph on May 5.
Concerns raised over spending on grants, donations
KENILWORTH – Wellington North council approved $82,635 in donations and fee waivers to local community groups and organizations at its April 22 meeting, but some council members say spending needs to be reined in.