GUELPH – They say there’s nothing more valuable than your health.
News
Keira Healey wins gold with Ontario Red at nationals in Dawson Creek, BC
ARTHUR – Keira Healey from Arthur played with Team Ontario Red and won gold in the Canadian Junior Hockey Nationals in early November.
Mount Forest resident wins $140,000 Catch the Ace jackpot
ABOYNE – The Fergus Elora Rotary Club held its 49th weekly Catch the Ace draw on Nov. 12 and drew Tena Stortz’s name out of a drum containing 6,760 ballots.
Growing number of county residents relying on support from food banks
WELLINGTON COUNTY – The Advertiser interviewed representatives from each Wellington County food bank and volunteers solemnly reported that need continues to increase.
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.
