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Donations surge as Guelph’s Christmas Kettle campaign nears its end for 2024Just days remain in the Guelph Salvation Army's Christmas Kettle campaign. Over $290,000 has been raised as the Christmas Eve deadline approaches.CanadaDec 19
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GCVI choir performs with Grammy-winning composer at Carnegie HallThe students rehearsed for more than 60 hours ahead of their performance with Eric Whitacre, the Grammy-award winning choral composer, at Carnegie Hall in November.CanadaDec 18
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Olivia, Noah top list of popular baby names in Guelph and Ontario in 2023Olivia topped the province's list for most popular girl names in 2023, but it was runner up to Sophia in Kitchener. Mila and Henry were also welcomed into the top ten list.CanadaDec 18
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Alzheimer Society short of financial goal ahead of fundraising deadlineThe Waterloo Wellington chapter is hoping to raise $100,000 in donations to support its front-line services, plus several programs. Donations are being accepted until Dec. 31.CanadaDec 18
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United Way calls for donations as funded programs face potential shortagesExecutive director Glenna Banda said the United Way chapter in Guelph is projecting a $100,000 deficit and could potentially have to pull back funding from some programs.CanadaDec 13
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Guelph police tackle drug use, related criminal behaviour in city’s downtownHopkins said the drug-related deaths speak to the increasing toxicity of unregulated supply circulating in Guelph. A police-led project to tackle drug use began in October.CanadaDec 12
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U of G greenhouse building set to be demolished following council approvalCity staff approved the decision in a unanimous vote at Tuesday's meeting, but added the university must preserve as much of the salvaged material as possible.EnvironmentDec 12
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Guelph Humane Society to receive $10K grant from Pedigree FoundationFair (above) encourages anyone, especially during the holiday season, to volunteer at a local shelter and rescue organization, including the Guelph Humane Society.CanadaDec 12
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United Way Guelph’s 1st annual Novemburger raises over $20KUnited Way's NovemBurger campaign didn't let anyone go hungry as it filled several tummies and raised over $20,000. The funds will go towards local food insecurity programs.CanadaDec 12
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Guelph city council passes new housing strategy to create more affordable homesOn Tuesday, city council passed the new Housing Affordability Strategy, which is expected to guide the city's actions to improve housing affordability over the next 10 years.EconomyDec 11
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Guelph Storm president. co-owner among Syracuse Hockey Hall of Fame inducteesWalker (above) was the only athlete inducted as part of inaugural class in the Syracuse Hockey Hall of Fame on November 23rd. Walker played for the AHL team for two seasons.SportsDec 11
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Facing layoffs, personal support workers protest outside Guelph General HospitalHospital workers and community allies initially met at the Zehrs on Eramosa Road before they all marched to Guelph General Hospital on Monday.HealthDec 9
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Guelph-Wellington Women in Crisis to remember Polytechnique massacre with vigilGuelph-Wellington Women in Crisis will host a vigil on Friday to remember the Polytechnique Massacre, along with the lives lost to domestic violence. It starts at 12:00 pm.CanadaDec 6
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Guelph General Hospital expands medical services in new partnership with Conestoga CollegeThe centre will be at Conestoga College's Guelph campus in December 2025. providing diagnostic imaging to patients first and then other areas are brought in a phased approach.HealthDec 5
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Vacant homes tax being proposed to Guelph city councilA Guelph, Ont., community group is proposing a vacant homes tax in the Royal City. Get Involved Guelph plans to table a petition at the next city council meeting on Dec 10. The group wants to optimize vacant homes in an attempt to help solve the city’s housing crisis. Stan Kozak, a member of the group,...EconomyDec 4
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Donors needed to help families in the Adopt-A-Family program in GuelphThe organization is looking for 115 donors to help over 170 families currently waiting in the Adopt-A-Family program. Some of the most requested items include diapers and toys.CanadaDec 3
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Black Friday could become problematic for compulsive buyers, U of G prof saysIt’s Black Friday today, and some Guelph, Ont., shoppers will be out with their wallets in hand. And as some begin to get a head start on their Christmas shopping by spending on their loved ones, others might splurge. An economics professor at the University of Guelph said holiday shopping could become problematic for compulsive...EconomyNov 29
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Guelph, Ont. city council approves 2025 budgetCity council passed the budget on Wednesday with a 3.66% tax levy, meaning the average homeowner will pay $174.00 more in property taxes per year.EconomyNov 28
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Guelph martial artist releases first children’s bookThe story teaches young readers about values such as persistence, resilience and never giving up. "I Will Do My Best" is available on Amazon and in bookstores.SportsNov 27
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Guelph, Ont., ranked among top Canadian cities for extramarital affairsAshley Madison lists Guelph, Ont., in the sixth position of its new ranking of top 20 Canadian cities for winter affairs. Barrie, Ont., ranked first.CanadaNov 24
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Taylor Swift course to launch at University of Guelph in 2025Woods (center) co-designed the course with Robert Michael Edwards, another professor at the U of G. It's a virtual 12-week program and it goes from January to April.EntertainmentNov 23
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Living wage in Guelph and Wellington County up slightly from 2023A new report from the Ontario Living Wage Network suggests residents will need a bump in pay to live in Guelph. The updated living wage in 2024 is $21.30.CanadaNov 21
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City of Guelph reaches collective agreement with local transit unionThe City of Guelph is moving forward with ATU 1189 on a new collective agreement. The new deal covers a three-year period from July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2027.CanadaNov 21
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Hope House Guelph expects busy year for holiday gift initiativeHope House Guelph's Affordable Holiday Gift Market wants to ensure no one goes without.CanadaNov 13
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University of Guelph house calls program expands to virtual callsThe University of Guelph is expanding its House Calls program. In addition to doing in person calls, virtual calls are being made to ensure first-year students feel supported.EducationNov 6
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