MOUNT FOREST – The Mount Forest and District Sports Complex was buzzing with excitement on Sept. 12, as a Volunteer Celebration and Newcomer Welcome event welcomed both new and preexisting members of the Wellington North community.
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Public health concerned about youth gambling
GUELPH – Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health (WDGPH) is concerned that some youths in the region are developing problems with gambling. It’s occupying their mind space, affecting their relationships and, in some cases, is getting youth into debt.
Puslinch resident hopes township will allow Sunday hunting
ABERFOYLE – Robert Stark would like Puslinch council to get with the times and allow Sunday hunting in the township.
House fire near Arthur contained to attic above garage
WELLINGTON NORTH – No one was injured in a house fire near Arthur on Wednesday evening that has been deemed accidental.
Culture Days comes early to Wellington North
WELLINGTON NORTH – What do giant pumpkins, barn quilts and grilled hot dogs have in common? They are all part of Wellington North’s Culture Days activities.
Artwork of Elora woman who died in July being auctioned off for Aboyne Rural Hospice
ELORA – Sue Hosking never had much money and she never considered herself an artist. But following her death and as per her wishes, her friends are auctioning off 93 pieces of art Hosking created over the years.
Mental health officials join forces for upcoming workshop
MOUNT FOREST – The Mount Forest Legion Branch 134 is set to host a workshop aimed at combatting mental health challenges.
Survey: youth recovering from COVID-19 isolation but there are still disturbing trends
GUELPH – The latest analysis of a youth well-being survey indicates the mental health of youth is improving since the depths of the COVID-19 pandemic. But youth are also displaying behaviour that’s concerning to public health officials.
Community event raises nearly $20,000 for Elora Centre for the Arts expansion
ELORA – The Elora Centre for the Arts (ECFTA) yard was bustling on Sept. 5 with about 450 people settled at picnic tables, in lawn chairs, and on picnic blankets on the grass.
Grey Wellington Theatre Guild stages 50th anniversary gala
HARRISTON – The Grey Wellington Theatre Guild (GWTG) celebrated five decades of community theatre with a 50th anniversary gala on Sept. 7.
Second protest at Rockwood OPP station honours Nathaniel Schofield
ROCKWOOD – “It’s been 60 days, and still no answers.” That’s how much time had passed since Nathaniel Schofield, a 36-year-old father of six living in Arthur, died in OPP custody on July 10.
Centre Wellington pickleballers bring home gold
QUEBEC CITY – Centre Wellington residents Bryce Richardson and Tim Porter are pickleball golden boys after competing in the Canada 55+ Summer Games at the end of August and winning gold in their division.
Debt mushrooms
For once in a very long time, a generation of young Canadians have had a taste of interest rates and how those costs impact life.
Hospice Wellington hosts event focused on Truth and Reconciliation
MARDEN – Hospice Wellington is hosting an event to share information about what is happening in the community regarding Truth and Reconciliation.
Ponsonby U15 girls win gold
PONSONBY – The Ponsonby U15 girls won gold at the ‘C’ division year-end league tournament.