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Cargill strike and U of G encampment continue to make headlines this week in Guelph, but there is plenty more to wet the news appetite, from a new market to local cooking students in the spotlight
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Residents of an encampment at the University of Guelph begin taking down a section of its border to create an access point to the front of Zavitz Hall Tuesday.

Cargill strike enters ninth day

Nearly 1,000 workers remain on the picket lines at Cargill's Dunlop Drive plant. On Tuesday, the National Defense Fund paid a visit to talk with workers and show its support. READ FULL STORY HERE.

U of G says it has not been fined yet for encampment setup

The University of Guelph has been granted an extension to abide by fire code violations in relation to the encampment set up in Branion Plaza. It comes shortly after it said U of G had been fined $20,000 a day for non-compliance, something they clarified after a press conference held by organizers of the camp. READ FULL STORY HERE.

The saga continues: Developer appeals rejected demo permit for historic barn

An ownership group for a historic barn in south Guelph has turned to the Ontario Land Tribunal again, as it appeals a decision by city council to deny a demolition permit. READ FULL STORY HERE.

Automated speed enforcement coming to Wellington County in 2025

You may want to slow down in Wellington County, if you haven't already. Speed enforcement cameras are coming to a neighbourhood near you, but details on locations and the number of cameras are still being worked out. READ FULL STORY HERE.

The Ward trifecta complete with new food spot Sugo Mercato

Standing Room Only and the Double Rainbow Cafe have new neighbours at 60 Ontario St., as an Italian market and takeout spot is set to open. READ FULL STORY HERE.

St. James' Kitchen Brigades take silver at a national culinary competition

St. James Catholic High School culinary students got to finish off a 24-week culinary program in style, competing and having success at a national competition. READ FULL STORY HERE.

Drayton's Little Red Library turns literacy into local landmark

Folks in Drayton are being treated to a taste of Britain with a side of books. The Little Red Library set up on Wood Street is in the shape of a British telephone booth. READ FULL STORY HERE.


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