Motorcycle Operator Injured Following Collision West of Elora Thursday
NEWS RELEASE WELLINGTON COUNTY OPP (TOWNSHIP OF CENTRE WELLINGTON, ON) - On May 16, 2024, at approximately 8:00 p.m., Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a serious, motor vehicle collision on Wellington Road 21, west of Elora. Initial reports indicated that a trike-motorcycle and mini van had...
May 17, 2024
Setting off fireworks this weekend? Here's a few things to keep in mind.
CENTRE WELLINGTON - Many people will be celebrating the long weekend with some home fireworks and Centre Wellington's deputy fire chief has some tips to use them safely. One of the big things Deputy Chief Jason Benn suggests only buying fireworks in appropriate packaging. "When you're buying them, make sure they a...
May 17, 2024
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Farm Tractor Operator Airlifted to Trauma Centre Following Rollover Collision
NEWS RELEASE WELLINGTON COUNTY OPP (TOWNSHIP OF MAPLETON, ON) - On May 17, 2024, at approximately 6:30 a.m., Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a serious, motor vehicle collision on Wellington Road 7, near Rothsay. Initial reports indicated that a Farm Tractor had left the roadway, and the o...
May 17, 2024
Guelph Man Arrested for Exposing Himself at Guelph Business
GUELPH - A Guelph man faces charges after exposing himself inside a Guelph business Thursday evening. At around 8:40pm, Guelph Police were called to a business near Willow Road and Silvercreek Parkway North. "Staff reported a male had entered the business and pulled down his pants, exposing his genitals to several...
May 17, 2024
OPP look for the "big four" during Canada Road Safety Week
The long weekend is here and police will be out making sure people are driving safely. The Victoria Day long weekend also coincides with Canada Road Safety Week, which runs from May 14 to 20. Wellington County OPP Constable Joshua Cunningham says this weekend, like always, they will be looking for the "big four.&q...
May 17, 2024
OPP urge boats to have safety equipment on board during Safe Boating Week
Coinciding with the long weekend is Safe Boating Week. Provincial police will out patrolling Wellington County's waterways, making sure everyone is keeping safety in mind. "This summer we're spending a lot of time getting out on the lakes, trying to engage the public" explained Wellington County OPP Constable...
May 17, 2024
PHOTOS: Final Demolition of Old Groves Hospital Underway in Fergus
FERGUS - The old Groves Memorial Community Hospital in Fergus has entered the final phase of demolition. Last year, Groves Hospital received approval from the Ontario Ministry of Health to demolish the old hospital building at 235 Union Street in Fergus, ON. Over the past several months, decommissioning work has occurr...
May 16, 2024
OPP Provide New Information in Reported Sexual Assault at Fergus Business
NEWS RELEASE WELLINGTON COUNTY OPP (TOWNSHIP OF CENTRE WELLINGTON, ON) - Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have gathered more information that may help a sexual assault investigation that occurred on April 30, 2024, at a retailer in Fergus. Investigators have identified that the suspect was operating a ...
May 16, 2024
Guelph Teen Arrested After Throwing Brick Through Window
GUELPH - A Guelph man faces assault and mischief charges after a brick was thrown through the window of a social service agency Wednesday. Just after 4pm, Guelph Police were called to an address near downtown. Police say a male had been asked to leave following a physical altercation. Once outside, police say the male ...
May 16, 2024
Centre Wellington to Get New Electric Zamboni Ice Re-surfacer
CENTRE WELLINGTON - The Township of Centre Wellington will be purchasing its first ever Electric Zamboni following council's approval. At Monday's meeting staff recommended council approve the purchasing of an electric Zamboni ice re-surfacer from Zamboni Company Ltd. in the amount of $149,407. Matt Tucker, Manager of ...
May 16, 2024