ABOYNE - The Wellington County Museum and Archives is set to welcome Sonic Sensation – a travelling exhibition from the Sciencenter in Ithaca, New York.
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U of G’s ecumenical campus ministry celebrating 55 years
GUELPH – The Ecumenical Campus Ministry at the University of Guelph is celebrating its 55th anniversary with a free breakfast and program at Harcourt Memorial United Church (87 Dean Ave., Guelph) on June 24, 9am to 11am.
Peter Pan coming to Fergus Grand in July
FERGUS - Think happy thoughts, gather your pixie dust, and fly to Neverland this July!
Gordon Lightfoot tribute concert Minstrel of the Dawn on June 22
GUELPH – Maybe it’s because they share a name and a profession, but when iconic Canadian Songwriter Gordon Lightfoot passed away on May 1 of this year, James Gordon’s phone started to ring with fans asking if there would be a Guelph tribute and would he be organizing it.
OPP reminding residents about scams targeting seniors
WELLINGTON COUNTY – As June is Seniors Month in Ontario, the OPP would like to raise awareness about frauds that target Ontario seniors.
Police beat: Mischief, assault charges
PALMERSTON – On June 8 at about 7:45pm, Wellington County OPP responded to a report of a person causing a disturbance at a business on Main Street West here.
Peonies in the park
CENTRE WELLINGTON - Peony lovers should get themselves to Terry Fox Park, at the corner of Beatty Line and St. Andrew St. West, as soon as possible.
Tree planting at the Fergus Dog Park
FERGUS – Volunteer Theresa Evan helps to plant trees at the Fergus Dog Park on May 12.
‘Little Cliff’ brings comfort, joy, purpose to Wellington Terrace residents
ABOYNE – Cliff is a “certified good boy,” said Wellington Terrace recreational therapist Caitlyn Cheyne.
Portage Ontario opens new office
GUELPH – May 25 marked the opening of Portage Ontario’s Guelph office for youth and families living with substance use disorder.
Clifford Carnival Celebration
CLIFFORD – Clifford Rotary Celebration Square was officially opened during the annual Clifford Carnival Celebration on June 10.
Mount Forest Lions donate to curling club
MOUNT FOREST – Mount Forest Lions Club President George Laurencic, right, presented the Mount Forest Curling Club with a donation of $5,000 towards its capital project.
Adventurer known for canoeing expeditions, metallic miniatures
ELORA – George Caesar has been embarking on canoe trips for 75 years.
Tim Hortons raises $183,000 with Smile Cookie Campaign
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Tim Hortons restaurants in Guelph and Wellington County collectively raised $183,000 through the national Smile Cookie campaign, including over $30,000 at the Fergus and Elora locations.