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New event teaches farmers how to be In The Know when managing mental health

New event teaches farmers how to be In The Know when managing mental health

A free, online event, In the Know was originally developed at the University of Guelph's Ontario Veterinary College to educate the agricultural community
New design plan released for Harriston Fairground renovations

New design plan released for Harriston Fairground renovations

Current designs include a new plaza, pavillion building and multi-sport court, among other upgrades
Speeding just one factor for collision-prone spots in Wellington County

Speeding just one factor for collision-prone spots in Wellington County

The top three causes of motor vehicle collisions in Wellington County in 2023 were animals, following too close and failure to yield
Who maintains Jane Doe's roadside Rockwood memorial (and why)? We found out

Who maintains Jane Doe's roadside Rockwood memorial (and why)? We found out

The remains of Jane Doe were found at the Highway 7 rest stop almost 20 years ago, and an Acton man is making sure she isn't forgotten
CW open-air bylaw updated in attempt to prevent front-yard campfires

CW open-air bylaw updated in attempt to prevent front-yard campfires

While front-yard campfires have never been permitted in the township's urban areas, the bylaw has been updated in the hopes it will prevent those who continue to light them
Eight new EV charging stations planned for Centre Wellington

Eight new EV charging stations planned for Centre Wellington

Four of these EV stations are currently planned for Bissel Park in Elora while another four would be installed at the Fergus Curling Club
Fergus doctors' farmhouse hosted 32 physicians last year

Fergus doctors' farmhouse hosted 32 physicians last year

Located on Gartshore St., the property was renovated into an accommodation space for healthcare professionals last April
Five-storey residential development approved for downtown Fergus

Five-storey residential development approved for downtown Fergus

But it almost wasn't thanks to a councillor's error during the vote on the matter
Lion's Club Park and playground in Erin closed until next summer

Lion's Club Park and playground in Erin closed until next summer

The closure will allow for the construction of the sewage pumping station planned for the park as a part of the wastewater servicing project
Rothsay station upgrade doubles to $1M amid delays

Rothsay station upgrade doubles to $1M amid delays

In 2021, $450,000 was initially allocated for the Rothsay waste facility upgrades, planned for 2022