WELLINGTON COUNTY – The Advertiser interviewed representatives from each Wellington County food bank and volunteers solemnly reported that need continues to increase.
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Groups partner with school board for ThinkAG Career Competition
ELORA – Grade 8 and 9 students from across the Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB) explored a variety of career pathways in Ontario’s agriculture and agri-food sector at an event here last week.
Picture books feature Rockwood Conservation Area, Farmers’ Santa Claus Parade of Lights
ROCKWOOD – Vanessa Ireson’s picture books give children a chance to see their hometown in a different light.
Varsity boys soccer team travels to Shelburne for semi-final
NORWELL – The Norwell District Secondary School varsity boys soccer team travelled to Shelburne on Oct. 30 to face off against Centre Dufferin District High School in the District 4 semi-final.
Guelph man facing child pornography charges
GUELPH – A Guelph man faces child pornography charges following an investigation that began five months ago.
Officer punched, man arrested
GUELPH – A Guelph man faces several charges after a police officer was punched in the face while attempting to arrest a shoplifter last Friday night.
Petty theft at unknown location
FERGUS – Local police say they’re looking for help to apprehend a female suspect wanted for stealing $34 worth of goods from “a Fergus retailer” in two separate incidents.
Eden Mills Writer’s Festival headquarters reopens after Rivermead renovations
EDEN MILLS – The recently renovated Rivermead building has reopened as the headquarters of the Eden Mills Writers’ Festival.
Santa Claus arrives in Aberfoyle for Puslinch parade
PUSLINCH - The Puslinch Santa Claus parade in Aberfoyle took place on Nov. 26.
Mixed Nuts
There are two things I will experience every Christmas season without fail: mixed nuts and mixed emotions.
Time for ‘the talk’
Having “the talk” with kids does not need to be embarrassing, but it can be a little uncomfortable.
Four men changed their plea in 1921 attack on jailor
Guelph police and the jail officials took no chances when they had Frenchie Bedard back in their custody.
New lottery raises funds for hospitals
GUELPH – The Foundation of Guelph General Hospital is one of 21 hospital foundations across Ontario joining together for a first-of-its-kind online lottery, offering supporters more chances to win, and larger cash prizes.
Lions Club hosts annual Santa Claus Parade
ERIN - The Erin Lions Club hosted the annual Erin Santa Claus parade last Saturday with the them of “A Storybook Christmas.”