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GUELPH – More than 200 University of Guelph students, staff and members of the broader community put their backs into supporting a worthy cause during the annual Tractor Tug for Tots on Oct. 24.

ERIN – It’s a job for the big dogs, and 10 of them were signed up when Wingrove Veterinary Hospital hosted its most recent blood donor clinic on Oct. 9.

CENTRE WELLINGTON  – If you’re looking for a place to revel in the Halloween spirit and dive into your fears then these places are the ones for you. 

MOUNT FOREST – Crystal Steffler and John Ray share a passion for bettering their communities. And that passion was recognized on Oct. 18 during the Mount Forest Chamber of Commerce's Excellence Awards ceremony.

WELLINGTON COUNTY – Organizations supporting locals through the upcoming holiday season can connect with community members looking to help out through an annual online guide. 

ELORA – Habitat for Humanity Guelph Wellington has a different kind of fundraiser in store this year.

MINTO – Following a notice of motion from Mayor Dave Turton, next year Minto council meetings have been changed to 3pm with one 7pm meeting held during February, April, June, October and December. 

ELORA – Councillor Bronwynne Wilton thinks council made the wrong decision when it voted for construction of a refrigerated multi-use pad at Bissell Park, and she hopes to convince council to reconsider that decision during Monday night’s council meeting.

ELORA – The volunteers who run the book sale that benefits the Elora Festival have a problem. Their storage room is full, thanks to generous community donations of books over the summer.

ALMA – In Mapleton Township, it’s okay to park a motor home or trailer (or two or even three) in your driveway, but it’s not okay for someone to use them for shelter. It’s something Melissa Duchaine is finding out the hard way.

MOUNT FOREST – Supporters of the hospital here are getting some well-deserved recognition.

ROCKWOOD – Guelph/Eramosa council has once again approved a plan for the township to provide in-kind support for the Rockwood Farmers’ Santa Claus Parade of Lights.

ABOYNE – Paul Kelly was recognized  last weekend by the Wellington County Historical Society for being inducted to the Ontario Agriculture Hall of Fame. 

GUELPH – A local organization that provides employment supports and resources to people looking for work is getting a boost from the federal government to help marginalized youth.

FERGUS – Pain is killing Dan Hofsink, vertebrae by vertebrae, and he’s reaching the end of his rope.  And the Canadian health care system hasn’t been able to help.