Isabel Buckmaster, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter

Isabel Buckmaster covers Wellington County under the Local Journalism Initiative, which is funded by the Government of Canada

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Recent Work by Isabel

ICYMI: 'Realignment' proposed for Fergus section of Elora Cataract Trailway

Staff said the move would increase trail usage while enhancing safety and accessibility

Mar 2, 2025 2:31 PM Read more >

ICYMI: 'Realignment' proposed for Fergus section of Elora Cataract Trailway

Staff said the move would increase trail usage while enhancing safety and accessibility

Mar 1, 2025 4:30 PM Read more >

Belwood Hall renovations budgeted between $800,000 and $875,000

Construction is tentatively scheduled for September 2025

Mar 1, 2025 8:45 AM Read more >

Here's what Minto council was paid in 2024

Over $189,000 was spent on council remuneration between Minto's five councillors, deputy mayor and mayor in 2024

Feb 28, 2025 2:56 PM Read more >

Closure 'forthcoming' for popular Highway 6 access point

Township staff said they'll proceed with the next steps surrounding the closure of Concession 1 at Highway 6 later this fall

Feb 28, 2025 1:47 PM Read more >

Private business willing to fund beach volleyball courts at Marden Park

Guelph-based Perpetual Motion has committed $195,000 to build six beach volleyball courts at Marden Park

Feb 28, 2025 9:36 AM Read more >

County introduces new home energy efficiency upgrade loan program

The program will provide financial assistance to homeowners who need a little help making energy-efficient upgrades to their homes

Feb 26, 2025 12:39 PM Read more >

Wellness retreat, agritourism business approved on Jones Baseline

Five tiny homes for overnight accommodation are also included in the application

Feb 26, 2025 9:19 AM Read more >

'Significant' asphalt failure closes Bosworth Bridge in Mapleton

The bridge is planned to reopen by this weekend

Feb 26, 2025 9:18 AM Read more >

Centre Wellington parks being used to dump household garbage

Township staff said they've noticed additional household garbage being added to garbage cans in public parks since the new county waste fee was implemented

Feb 25, 2025 1:50 PM Read more >