MAPLETON – The Grand River Conservation Authority (GRCA) has identified blue-green algae in Conestogo Lake. Officials added that previously confirmed blue-green algae blooms at Belwood Lake are still present.
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United Way re-launches volunteer portal
GUELPH – The local volunteer portal, formally operated by PIN, has re-launched with United Way Guelph Wellington Dufferin.
Plump pumpkins win the day at Metz Pumpkinfest
METZ – The annual Metz Pumpkinfest took place at St. Paul’s United Church on Sept. 30.
Richard Pierpoint honoured at plaque unveiling ceremony
FERGUS – The natural area bordered by the Grand River and located at the end of Anderson Street in Fergus, sought out by local dog walkers and daytripping flyfishers alike, will soon have a new monument installed honouring the life of the area’s past owner.
Addison Hill inspires new ‘Heal the Future’ campaign at SickKids hospital
TORONTO – Late Elora teenager Addison Hill is the inspiration behind a new paediatric health care campaign at The Hospital for Sick Children. The Precision Child Health “Heal the Future” campaign was launched on Sept. 21 with the unveiling of a huge crystal ball.
Centre Wellington youth, 13, charged with sexual assault
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Police have charged a 13-year-old from Centre Wellington with sexual assault. The "historical sexual assault" occurred at a home somewhere in Wellington County.
The Cistern Rose: Ariss resident publishes novel
ARISS – Peter McIntyre, a self-published writer from Ariss, has released a historical fiction novella set in Guelph called The Cistern Rose.
National Fire Prevention Week: Cooking safety starts with you
WELLINGTON COUNTY – This year’s Fire Prevention Week campaign runs Oct. 8 to 14, and the theme is “Cooking safety starts with you. Pay attention to fire prevention.”
‘One of the most important documents’: township moving ahead with growth management plan update
WELLINGTON NORTH – The township is beginning to update its growth management plan, which was first established in 2017.
Food rescue fundraiser to benefit Centre Wellington Mobile Market
CENTRE WELLINGTON – Operated out of the kitchen at Melville United Church in Fergus, the Centre Wellington Mobile Market is planning a “food rescue” event with the Skol House in Belwood on Oct. 14.
Group of Seven inspired exhibit opens at Wellington County Museum and Archives
ABOYNE – Step back in time and see Wellington County through the eyes of Group of Seven painter A.J. Casson.
UGDSB will appoint, not elect, new Orangeville trustee
GUELPH – The Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB) is accepting applications for a new Orangeville trustee. Kenn Manzerolle, the former Orangeville trustee, announced his resignation during the UGDSB on Sept. 12.
Councillors concerned over ambulance response times in Wellington County
GUELPH – Data showing Guelph-Wellington Paramedic Service response time targets were seldom met in Wellington County over the past four years, while targets in the city were rarely missed, has some county councillors calling for change.
Township plans to improve pedestrian access to Puslinch Lake
PUSLINCH – The township is moving forward with a plan to install a pathway, bench and small garden at the public right-of-way between Travelled Road and the lake.
Five-year termite management project will likely cost $1.4 million
ELORA – Centre Wellington is prepared to pay Termite Research Services almost $1.4 million to provide termite management services until the end of 2028.