WELLINGTON COUNTY – A controversial provincial decision to unilaterally move rural properties into urban boundaries, both here and across the province, will be reversed. At an Oct. 23 press conference, provincial officials announced legislation to that effect will soon be introduced.
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Guelph/Eramosa Fire Department works with Enbridge to improve home safety
GUELPH/ERAMOSA – The Guelph/Eramosa Fire Department and the Fire Marshal’s Public Fire Safety Council gathered with Enbridge Gas on Oct. 17.
The pros and cons of keeping parrots
WELLINGTON COUNTY - Stanley was born in the spring of 1988. He immigrated illegally to Canada as a stowaway on a flight from Venezuela along with his three siblings.
Monuments to failure
The tiny home captured the hearts and minds of Instagram followers years back.
Police Beat: Didn’t stop for police
WELLINGTON NORTH – On Oct. 17 at about 2:30pm a Wellington County OPP officer attempted to stop a vehicle traveling about 120km/h in an 80 zone on Wellington Road 109 here.
Town hires heritage research firm; designation notices issued for 12 properties
ERIN - The Town of Erin is moving forward with heritage designations for 12 properties in the villages of Erin and Hillsburgh while under pressure from the provincial government.
Erin chamber told to submit invoices to tap into town’s economic development cash
ERIN - The Town of Erin has told Chamber of Commerce board chair Ann Shanahan to file invoices to tap into town's promised economic development cash after she asked for “money to be released” to support local businesses and settle unpaid bills.
Council wants more public consultation; turns St. David Street proposal back to staff
FERGUS – Centre Wellington council sent an application for a five-storey mixed use building on St. David Street North back to the drawing board at its Oct. 16 committee of the whole meeting.
Erin council to consider funding portion of tennis court repair work in 2024 budget
ERIN – Treasurer Wendy Parr will include $150,000 for repairs at the Erin Tennis Club in the town’s 2024 capital budget considerations.
Guelph/Eramosa terminates relationship with telecommunications representative
BRUCEDALE – Telecommunication applications in Guelph/Eramosa will be reviewed by township staff moving forward.
Police seek help to identify suspects in Rockwood, Eden Mills thefts
GUELPH/ERAMOSA – Police are looking for help to identify five suspects after a number of items were stolen from vehicles in separate incidents in Rockwood and Eden Mills last weekend.
Township to begin 40km/h neighbourhood pilot project
CENTRE WELLINGTON – With speeding being a common complaint throughout Centre Wellington, township staff are proposing to run a pilot program next year, setting a 40 km/hr speed limit in an urban neighbourhood in the township.
Minto council approves minor variance for commercial/residential development
MINTO – Town council has approved a minor variance application to facilitate a planned commercial/residential development on the King Hotel property in Palmerston.
Judge reserves sentencing decision in Michael Hurst sexual assault case
GUELPH – Palmerston resident Michael Hurst returned to Guelph Superior Court on Oct. 19 to hear prosecution and defence lawyers make sentencing recommendations to Justice Cynthia Petersen.
Wayne Simpson’s ‘Miziwezi’ exhibit tells emotional tale
ELORA – An emotional story is told through vibrant photography adorning the gallery walls at the Elora Centre for the Arts (ECFTA)