FERGUS – It looks like Strathallan Park might remain a park after all. The Wellington Catholic District School Board is re-examining its space needs and might not need to build a high school in the park.
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CW Shuffleboard Club participates in International Shuffleboard Association Championship
CENTRE WELLINGTON – Seven Centre Wellington Shuffleboard Club members participated in the 41st International Shuffleboard Association (ISA) Championship at San Benito, Texas, USA from Oct. 27 to Nov. 2.
Harriston joins the holiday festivities with Candy Canes and Cocktails event
HARRISTON – The Town of Minto hosted a Candy Canes and Cocktails evening in downtown Harriston on Nov. 13.
UGDSB and SJHCG celebrate first cohort of the Living Classroom learners
GUELPH – The Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB) and St. Joseph’s Health Centre Guelph (SJHCG) are celebrating the first cohort of learners enrolled in the the Living Classroom program at SJHGC.
Officials cut ribbon on new Grand Valley recreation space
GRAND VALLEY – The Town of Grand Valley officially cut the ribbon on its new multi-purpose outdoor recreation facility this month.
U of G offering training to faculty and staff in support of student wellness
GUELPH – The University of Guelph has launched a new training program aimed at increasing faculty and staff’s knowledge, understanding and awareness of how both lived traumatic experiences and generational trauma can impact student mental health and well-being.
Workshops at EWFHT slow over Christmas, ramp up in new year
ERIN – East Wellington Family Health Team will slow its workshop offerings in December.
‘Small Treasures’ art show runs until Jan. 5.
GUELPH – The Artworks Gallery in Guelph held a soft opening for the Small Treasures art show on Nov. 10.
Elora Singers release In Beauty May I Walk
ELORA – The Elora Singers have released a new album, In Beauty May I Walk.
Wellington County Soil and Crop annual meeting returns
MAPLETON – The Wellington County Soil and Crop annual meeting is set for Dec. 6 with registration from 9 to 9:30am at the Alma Bible Church.
NDSS boys volleyball team heading to CWOSSA
PALMERSTON – The Norwell District Secondary School Junior boys volleyball team will be heading to Central Western Ontario Secondary Schools Association (CWOSSA) championship in Hanover on Nov. 15.
Legal Clinic hosts National Housing Day event on Nov. 22
GUELPH – The Legal Clinic of Guelph and Wellington County is inviting people to learn and share stories about the vital role housing plays in people’s lives at a National Housing Day event on Nov. 22.
James and the Giant Peach arrives at Fergus Grand Theatre
FERGUS – Playful Fox Productions presented the Roald Dahl classic James and the Giant Peach at the Fergus Grand Theatre with three performances on Nov. 15, 16, and 17.
Santa swoops into Aberfoyle Nov. 24
PUSLINCH – After organizing the Santa Claus Parade 28 times, the 29th time, on Nov. 24 at 2pm, will be a breeze for the Optimist Club of Puslinch.