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Erin development fees 'completely out of touch' claims business owner

Erin development fees 'completely out of touch' claims business owner

'I am troubled as to how Erin can move forward when we have so much industrial space that has remained vacant for 40 years ... with fees as high as this town has levied the lots will not be filled'
Proposed high-end subdivision draws ire of rural residents

Proposed high-end subdivision draws ire of rural residents

An overflow crowd turned out to a public meeting on Geranium Homes plan to build 118 estate homes on half-acre lots in a rural area between Fergus and Belwood
Tree planting marks opening of county Indigenous Gathering Circle

Tree planting marks opening of county Indigenous Gathering Circle

'By today’s attendance, my heart is full…Your support and appreciation for this means more to us than you’ll ever know, it gives me so much hope'
New Fergus Habitat For Humanity build gets approval

New Fergus Habitat For Humanity build gets approval

The proposal includes 32 three-storey stacked townhouse residential units built within three blocks
Mapleton council asked to revisit puppy mill bylaws

Mapleton council asked to revisit puppy mill bylaws

'Consumers are unknowingly buying from breeders and brokers that operate in an environment of no traceability, no accountability, and very minimal oversight or enforcement'
CW council unanimously approves proactive termite approach

CW council unanimously approves proactive termite approach

'History has shown the termites continued to spread despite individual homeowners' efforts. Why? Because homeowners are unable and not responsible for eradicating termites beyond their properties and on public lands'
CW fire department responding to fewer EMS calls

CW fire department responding to fewer EMS calls

'We’re currently trying to find out what caused (the surge) but right now we’re happy to announce we’ve responded less,' fire chief says of medical calls
Centre Wellington asked to reconsider stand on legal cannabis stores

Centre Wellington asked to reconsider stand on legal cannabis stores

Centre Wellington initially opted out of allowing legal cannabis, but council is now being asked to have staff prepare a report on opting in
CW council approves use of farmhouse for medical professionals

CW council approves use of farmhouse for medical professionals

Now that use has been approved, the committee will begin reaching out to businesses for donations, creating a booking system for staff, and developing a cleaning and maintenance schedule
Fergus farmhouse could shelter newly recruited healthcare professionals

Fergus farmhouse could shelter newly recruited healthcare professionals

As a popular tourist destination, it can be difficult for healthcare professionals to find affordable accommodation in Centre Wellington