Most area drug-poisoning deaths happen in private homes: public health
A new report from Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health suggests 78.9 per cent of suspected drug poisoning deaths in 2023 happened in private residences. READ FULL STORY HERE.
Enhanced, expedited downtown improvements get initial council approval
Downtown reconstruction work is set to be sped up as part of a series of staff recommendations, which got initial approval. The decision awaits formal adoption after Wednesday's council committee of the whole meeting. READ FULL STORY HERE.
U of G considering investment changes after encampment protest
University of Guelph is seeking written responses to an expression of concern submitted earlier this year by a group dubbed the People's Plaza for Palestine, who set up a six-week encampment on campus this summer. READ FULL STORY HERE.
Puslinch to use drones to show need for Morriston bypass
Approval to use the drone came during a Puslinch council meeting, which will capture traffic footage of the proposed bypass area. READ FULL STORY HERE.
In the absence of proper-fitting women's workwear, this Guelph company was born
The Dirty Seahorse began in 2020, created by Guelph native Dianne Finnigan. READ FULL STORY HERE.
Local residents using Slinkys to benefit mental health, encourage play
A Guelph couple operates Slinky Swellness, a Slinky-themed multi-sensory environment, out of their Guelph studio. READ FULL STORY HERE.
Guelph discus thrower strikes silver at Paralympic Games
Jesse Zesseu tossed the discus 53.24 metres, about four metres shy of the gold medal throw. READ FULL STORY HERE.
