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Proposed residential development in Shakespeare receives mixed reaction from Perth East council

1 day ago | granthaven.com | Galen Simmons

By Galen Simmons, Local Journalism Initiative ReporterThough still in early stages of predevelopment work, representatives of developer Tridon Group Ltd. recently shared details with Perth East council of a proposed residential development in Shakespeare. At the May 6 Perth East council meeting, Tridon Group Ltd. owner Don de Jong and Montana Wilson of GRIT Engineering Inc.
Big Wreck to headline 2025 version of Cowapolooza

1 week ago | granthaven.com | Lee Griffi

Lee Griffi24 minutes ago2 min readLee Griffi, Local Journalism Initiative ReporterMulti-platinum, Juno-nominated rock powerhouse Big Wreck will take the stage in Southside Park as Woodstock’s favourite summer festival returns on Aug. 8 and 9. Fronted by Toronto singer, songwriter and guitarist Ian Thorney, the band is known for their hit singles That Song, Blown Wide Open, The Oaf and Albatross.
Woodstock woman wants camp removed

1 week ago | granthaven.com | Lee Griffi

Pictured is one of the structures built on city property near Beth Merryweather’s home in Woodstock. Several more tents have appeared recently and the city resident said it’s time for the city to step in (Lee Griffi photo). Lee Griffi, Local Journalism Initiative ReporterBeth Merryweather and her husband live on what could be called a hidden gem of land in Woodstock. Right off Main Street, but beside a tiny and beautiful hidden park.
‘Bowl-out-the-dough’ for Cookie to raise money for New Hamburg man after suffering brain injury

1 week ago | granthaven.com | Lee Griffi

By Lee Griffi, Local Journalism Initiative ReporterThere aren’t many people in the New Hamburg area who don’t know Andy Cook. He has been a staple in the community through sports and raising funds for local organizations, but following a tragic accident, he and his family need help. On April 10, Cook was in an ATV accident in Fort Worth, Texas, while visiting a friend. He suffered a substantial blow to the head that caused a small brain bleed.
Waterloo Region's Catholic board narrowly votes down motion that could have banned Pride flags

1 week ago | granthaven.com | Amanda Jane Modaragamage

By Amanda Modaragamage, Gazette ReporterA controversial motion to ban flags — including the Rainbow Pride flag — at local Catholic schools was narrowly voted down by the Waterloo Catholic District School Board (WCDSB) on April 28. Locally, the proposed policy could have affected families and students at Holy Family Catholic Elementary School in New Hamburg. The motion failed by a 5-4 vote.
T.M. Addiction Counselling offers a compassionate ear from someone who has been there

1 week ago | granthaven.com | Galen Simmons

By Galen Simmons, Local Journalism Initiative ReporterTrevor Matkovich knows what it’s like to be in throes of addiction. Now a trained mental-health and addictions counsellor with a private practice he recently started from his home in St. Marys, Matkovich was, for much of his life up until about eight years ago, addicted to drugs and alcohol. Starting in his late teens, Matkovich fell into a party lifestyle that led to heavy drug and alcohol use.
April 28 marks National Day of Mourning across Canada

2 weeks ago | granthaven.com | Amanda Jane Modaragamage

April 28 is the National Day of Mourning across Canada, a time to remember and honour those who have lost their lives or been injured due to a workplace tragedy. The day also sheds light on the importance of improving health and safety in the workplace to prevent further injuries, illnesses and deaths.
Lions roaring to help with Menesetung Bridge repairs

2 weeks ago | granthaven.com | Kate Smith

A generous donation of $15,000 made by the Lions Club was given to the Menesetung Bridge Association (MBA) to help inflate the funds for the bridge repair project. This donation brings the MBA closer to its fundraising goal. The Lions Club has promised to match this amount in 2026 as well. The MBA now has more than $750,000 in funds and pledges. “Our trail partners and neighbours have been very supportive, and we hope this continues during our community campaign,” said Mike Dawson, Treasurer of MBA.
Celebrating an ‘incredible community partner’

2 weeks ago | granthaven.com | Luke Edwards

Migrant farmworker community honours retiring Father Antonio Illas, welcomes Rev. Peter CiallellaBy Luke EdwardsIt was a bittersweet moment for Father Antonio Illas as he said goodbye to the community he helped build over the past six years. Illas, who arrived here just before COVID-19 hit and spent the ensuing years building the Migrant Farmworkers Project in Beamsville, retired last month.
Arpan Khanna re-elected in Oxford

2 weeks ago | granthaven.com | Jeff Helsdon

By Jeff Helsdon, Local Journalism Initiative reporterIncumbent Arpan Khanna handily recaptured Oxford in the federal election on Monday. With 242 of 243 polls reporting on Tuesday morning, Khanna had 37,995 votes, Liberal David Hilderley captured 27,018 and the NDP’s Matthew Chambers received 3,107.