GUELPH – Yours in Native Spirit, an art exhibition honouring late Anishnaabe artist Richard Bedwash, opened on June 13 at the Art Gallery of Guelph.
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Volunteer profile: Patricia Brown works to ensure Pumpkin Day is ‘sensational’
FERGUS – Sensational Elora’s Pumpkin Day has become a much-anticipated community event, and Patricia Brown of Fergus has been at the forefront of its success since she first joined Sensational Elora’s board in 2014.
Scholarship awarded in memory of former Fergus hockey player
CENTRE WELLINGTON – The first of what is expected to become an annual scholarship in memory of former Fergus hockey player Jeff Snowe was awarded this month to two local teens.
UGDSB releases draft policy for public input
GUELPH – The Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB) has created a new policy to address student registration.
Minto Pride to hold drag night in Harriston
HARRISTON – Minto Pride is hosting a drag night fundraiser on June 29 at the Crown Harriston cultural centre.
Federal government provides funding for New Horizons for Seniors program
GUELPH – The federal government is investing $125,503 for seven community-based projects in Guelph – projects that will help seniors stay active, informed and socially connected in their community.
Theatre guild casting for Anne of Green Gables
HARRISTON – The Grey Wellington Theatre has issued an open casting call for Anne of Green Gables – The Musical.
Pollinator festival promotes native plants, pollinators
PUSLINCH – The fourth annual Pollinator Festival at Bee Sweet Nature in Puslinch on June 15 featured property tours; information about native plants, trees and shrubs; plants for sale; and guest speakers.
Harriston-Minto Fall Fair Ambassador competition returns
MINTO – The Harriston-Minto Fall Fair Ambassador contestants for the 2024-25 year are getting ready for the program on July 5.
Untreated hearing loss increases risk of serious fall, could lead to long-term care or early death
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Research on the connection between hearing loss and dementia is getting a lot of attention but the connection between untreated hearing loss and the risk of a serious fall is less widely known.
Alma contractors seek zoning change to permit existing business
MAPLETON – A public meeting was held on June 11 regarding a zoning change application at J-M Building Contractors in Alma.
The Universtiy of Guelph Arboretum recognized for conserving Ontario’s natural history
GUELPH – The University of Guelph’s Arboretum has been honoured for conserving Ontario’s natural history.
Highland Rugby hosts Club Day June 22
FERGUS – The day will be about more than just rugby when the Fergus Highland Rugby Club hosts its annual “Club Day” on June 22 at Victoria Park.
Chamber of Commerce’s Erin Summer Jam a hit
ERIN – Downtown Erin was buzzing with activity on June 8, with local stores showcasing their latest style and gift offerings during the Chamber of Commerce’s Erin Summer Jam.