Author Archives: Grand at 101 News Staff
New Playground and Wellington Wishes Award Highlight Report from County Committee
The Information, Heritage, and Seniors Committee in Wellington County is awaiting the official ribbon-cutting of a new playground on the grounds of the Wellington County Museum and Archives. Set for M...
Apr 27, 2023
Area Residents Express Concerns over Proposed Housing in Fergus and Belwood Lake
Delegates at last night's public meeting didn't appear pleased with a proposal for 118 single detached homes near Belwood Lake. The township meeting was held to provide an opportunity for residents to...
Apr 27, 2023 Rendering of proposed apartment building at 223 St. Andrew St. E
Fergus Farmhouse Will Now Be Used to House Medical Professionals
Centre Wellington council approved a recommendation for a Gartshore Street farmhouse in Fergus to serve a new purpose. The building will be used as accommodation for healthcare professionals. Centre W...
Apr 25, 2023 photo from report (stone farmhouse 965 Gartshore St. Fergus)
Council Votes in Favour of Moving Forward With a Termite Management Proposal Request
The ongoing termite issue in Centre Wellington saw progress that left some residents who attended last night's council meeting feeling hopeful. Council voted to go ahead with the second of two options...
Apr 25, 2023
Puslinch Softball Coach and Advocate Named Township Volunteer of the Year
The growth of softball and one man's dedication to it led to a distinct honour in the Township of Puslinch. Cameron Tuck was named Volunteer of the Year. Tuck has had his hands in minor softball in Pu...
Apr 24, 2023 Submitted Photo: Cameron Tuck and his son Chase
Tax Deadline Quickly Approaching
With the tax deadline approaching, many Ontarians may have questions about how to get their returns filed. Fred Morris, President of Vision Financial Services in Fergus, warns the fines for failing to...
Apr 24, 2023 StellrWeb / Unsplash
Violence Threat Risk Assessment Signed by Local School Boards and Partners
The Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB), Wellington Catholic District School Board, and 14 other community partners signed the fourth Guelph-Wellington-Dufferin Violence Threat Risk Assessment (...
Apr 21, 2023 UGDSB, Supplied Photo
Stirling Marathon's New Plant Fully Built and Primed to Bring Jobs to Elora
A born and raised Guelph resident's family company will be bringing jobs to Elora, with a brand new 50,000-square-foot home appliance manufacturing plant. The Stirling Marathon plant, on Park Road in ...
Apr 21, 2023 Submitted Photo
Proposed Apartment Buildings Draw Concern From Residents
The proposal for two separate four-storey apartment buildings, one in Fergus and one in Elora, was not received overly well by delegates at Wednesday night's public meeting. The developers are seeking...
Apr 20, 2023 Rendering of Proposed Building in Fergus
Tips of the Trade: When to Take off Your Winter Tires
With the warmer weather nearing, it's time to be thinking about taking off your winter tires. Todd Broatch, Parts Manager at Reliable Ford in Fergus, says as the temperature rises, winter tires wear o...
Apr 17, 2023
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