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South Fergus growth plan provides chance to 'do it right'

South Fergus growth plan provides chance to 'do it right'

But only if council and developers take into account traffic calming, preserving aesthetic and sustainable development, residents say
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Arthur residents want water colour/clarity concerns addressed

Arthur residents want water colour/clarity concerns addressed

Residents claim the water clarity varies from clear, to cloudy, to rusty, to brown and that flushing lines wastes litre of water while ineffectively combating discolouration
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Structure fire in Erin destroys shed, damages roof, eaves

Structure fire in Erin destroys shed, damages roof, eaves

All occupants of the house were evacuated safely prior to the fire department's arrival
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Wellington North residents limited to five dogs, down from 10

Wellington North residents limited to five dogs, down from 10

Owners can apply for an exemption if they can meet the town's criteria for livestock guardian dogs
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Detours in Erin, Hillsburgh sparking road rage across town

Detours in Erin, Hillsburgh sparking road rage across town

'They're driving like maniacs and the town is not doing enough to prevent it,' said one concerned resident
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Palmerston Food Bank clients nearly doubled over last year

Palmerston Food Bank clients nearly doubled over last year

The food bank currently gives out between 30 to 50 hampers monthly and receives 10 to 12 requests on a weekly basis
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Louise Marshall emergency department closed overnight Thursday

Louise Marshall emergency department closed overnight Thursday

Closed from 7 p.m. Thursday to 7 a.m. Friday
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Bylaw complaints continue to skyrocket in Centre Wellington

Bylaw complaints continue to skyrocket in Centre Wellington

Staff are looking at options for additional bylaw enforcement to address growing population needs
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CW council hopes new study will bridge divide for residents on rural roads

CW council hopes new study will bridge divide for residents on rural roads

CW staff will be investigating the next steps for five bridges on Sideroad 5, 11, and Noah Road over the next few months
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Fergus Golf Club subdivision gets approval despite prior concerns

Fergus Golf Club subdivision gets approval despite prior concerns

 The proposal requires further approval from the County of Wellington before it can go ahead
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