2 dead following 3-vehicle collision in Wellington County
A three-vehicle collision near Drayton has claimed the lives of two people. Wellington County OPP say four others were taken to hospital, including one to a trauma centre.
Canada
Apr 16
Homeless residents moving from tents to hotels thanks to Wellington County
The County received a one-time funding from the federal government towards supporting temporary expansion of shelter spaces, providing limited rental assistance, and other areas.
Canada
Feb 22
Semi-trailer trucks stolen from Puslinch trucking yard: OPP
Investigators say the thefts occurred on March 14 around 9 p.m. at a trucking yard near Highway 401.
Crime
Apr 11
Thieves hit Fergus store, take more than $7K in headphones: OPP
Investigators say video surveillance shows three males inside a Fergus store. They allege the males took $7,000 in headphones, then fled in a silver-coloured SUV.
Crime
Apr 2
Man dies after being struck by vehicle at Elora workplace
Investigators identified the victim as a 67-year-old man from Fergus who is an employee at the business.
Traffic
Apr 8
Ontario police release video of man allegedly stealing donation box
Provincial Police in Wellington County have released footage of a man they are looking to identify in connection with the theft of a charity donation box.
Crime
Feb 5
2 people killed, 4 others taken to hospital following collision near Drayton, Ont.
OPP say that a white car, silver minivan and a red pickup truck hauling a trailer collided near the intersection of Twelfth Line and Sideroad 16 in Mapleton on Sunday evening.
Crime
Apr 15
Hamilton pair charged in connection with Guelph break-ins
A stolen Audi found in Hamilton was connected with one of the break-ins in Guelph.
Crime
Apr 4
Guelph region United Way sees donations down, use of services up
With donations down and more people using services like shelters and food banks , the United Way had to make difficult decisions on where the money goes.
Canada
Apr 17
Memorial golf tournament raises record amount for Hospice Wellington
Last September's Norma Owen Memorial Golf Tournament at the Guelph Lakes Golf and Country Club raised $30,000.
Canada
Mar 22
Applications open for Wellington OPP citizens police academy
Applications are open until Feb. 18, and you can apply to any one of the OPP offices in Wellington County, including Fergus. The 10-week program begins March 6.
Education
Feb 1
Driver suffers life-threatening injuries in crash in Wellington County: OPP
OPP say the driver of a pickup truck has been airlifted to an out-of-region trauma centre after an overnight collision. Police say the driver has life-threatening injuries.
Crime
Jan 19
Guelph.Beer donates nearly $3K to support diversity in brewing industry
The funds will go towards helping students of colour obtain certifications in the brewing industry. Guelph.Beer consists of Wellington Brewery and Sleeman among other businesses.
Canada
Mar 19
Intimate partner violence described as ‘epidemic’ ahead of International Women’s Day
Guelph-Wellington Women in Crisis is hosting a couple of events coinciding with International's Women's Day on Friday. Among them include a presentation featuring keynote speaker.
Canada
Mar 6
City of Guelph council defers public space use bylaw
More than 24 public delegations were heard at a special Guelph city council meeting on Wednesday regarding a draft bylaw on the use of public space.
Canada
Feb 16
Erin man faces sexual assault charges: Wellington OPP
Wellington OPP say they began investigating after receiving reports about sexual assaults at a home in Wellington County in 2023. A 58-year-old from Erin has been charged.
Crime
Jan 12
Town of Puslinch approves 2024 budget
Homeowners in the Town of Puslinch will pay a little more in property taxes following the approval of the 2024 budget. Residents will pay $46 more in property taxes.
Economy
Feb 8
RIDE stats show impaired driving down in Guelph, up in Ontario’s West Region
Two charges were laid out of 1,600 vehicles stopped in Guelph. There were 14 charges laid in Wellington County.
Traffic
Jan 5
Fergus man suffers life-threatening injuries after pick up truck crashes into house
Wellington County OPP are investigating the crash that occurred New year's Day on Wellington Road 15 south of Damascus.
Traffic
Jan 2
Mount Forest driver dead following collision east of Fergus, Ont: OPP
A single vehicle collision east of Fergus has claimed the life of one Mount Forest driver. Wellington OPP say they died in hospital following a collision on March 1st.
Crime
Mar 19