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Will CW's new strategy eradicate the township's termite troubles?

Will CW's new strategy eradicate the township's termite troubles?

Some residents aren't convinced a newly approved subsidy program for initial exterior treatments for homeowners in termite zones is 'comprehensive enough'
Town of Minto approves sponsoring provincial elementary curling championship

Town of Minto approves sponsoring provincial elementary curling championship

This follows the Palmerston Curling Club's request for sponsorship in-kind support for arena ice surface and community centre access when they host the event next April
Township approves loaning Elora BIA $50,000 to replace Christmas lights

Township approves loaning Elora BIA $50,000 to replace Christmas lights

The loan will replace the Elora BIA's current wreaths which staff said are 'breaking brittle'
Elora business owners push back against proposed garbage pilot project

Elora business owners push back against proposed garbage pilot project

Although the project is supported by the BIA, some businesses neighbouring the proposed site are asking council to consider alternate locations
Upgrades approved for popular green space in downtown Elora

Upgrades approved for popular green space in downtown Elora

Staff said improvements are necessary due to safety concerns identified on-site
Prohibition exemption sought for Wellington County Museum & Archives

Prohibition exemption sought for Wellington County Museum & Archives

Two places in Centre Wellington have been exempted similarly; the Centre Wellington Community Sportsplex and the Grand River Raceway
Centre Wellington Terry Fox Run has first new organizer in 12 years

Centre Wellington Terry Fox Run has first new organizer in 12 years

One of several events happening across Wellington County, this year's C.W Terry Fox Run will take place at Forfar Park in Fergus Sunday
Drayton resident wins gold in Chinese martial arts competition

Drayton resident wins gold in Chinese martial arts competition

Khen Hopmans hopes his international victory will increase awareness and interest in martial arts like Wing Chun, a form of Southern Chinese Kung Fu
More advocacy needed to encourage Ontario Works rate increase: county

More advocacy needed to encourage Ontario Works rate increase: county

Under current monthly OW basic needs rates, single people receive $343 while a couple will receive $494 
How will safe consumption site closures impact local ambulance services?

How will safe consumption site closures impact local ambulance services?

Some city and county councillors are concerned closing Guelph's safe consumption site will interfere with service levels