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A member of the public reported a suspected impaired driver after seeing a vehicle stopped in the intersection of Simcoe Street and Vienna Road in Tillsonburg.

Oxford OPP are investigating mischief at a public school in Norwich.

Here's what's going on over the next 48 hours in the region.

Local employers still have a chance to join the September 30th event — and job seekers will have plenty of opportunities to explore.

Occupants were home but safely evacuated after working smoke alarms alerted them to smoke.

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency is recalling several Whole Foods Market products sold online in Ontario due to possible salmonella contamination.

Oxford OPP are asking for the public's help after two tombstones were spray-painted at a cemetery in East Zorra-Tavistock.

A 43-year-old Woodstock man is facing several charges after a pickup truck collided with a tractor in the Township of East Zorra-Tavistock.

Early-morning ice users will have more flexibility at the Tillsonburg Community Centre after Town Council approved opening the arena at 6:00 a.m. to accommodate requests from user groups.

The City of Brantford and the County of Brant have agreed to pause plans for a proposed municipal boundary adjustment involving the Brantford Municipal Airport and surrounding lands.

A driver is facing five charges after a vehicle crashed into two parked cars in Tavistock Monday night.

Here's what's going on over the next 48 hours in the region.

The next local blood donation event is at the Tillsonburg Community Centre on Friday, August 21st.

Tillsonburg Town Council is asking the Ontario Ministry of Transportation to take a closer look at safety along Highway 19 between Tillsonburg and Highway 401.

Three people escaped injury after a vehicle ended up in a ditch in Tillsonburg

A proposed memorial park at the Tillsonburg Regional Airport has received support in principle from Tillsonburg Town Council.

Residents of Tillsonburg will have another opportunity to learn more about plans for a proposed Sportsfield Complex at the Mall Road site and future possibilities for the Annandale Ball Diamonds.

The Tillsonburg Fair celebrates 172 years with a weekend of rides, entertainment and community.

Oxford County Council will receive an update on Woodingford Lodge during its meeting today, with the long-term care home reporting strong governance, compliance and operational performance at its Woodstock, Ingersoll and Tillsonburg locations.

Oxford County Library is seeking approval to enter into an agreement with South-West Oxford Township that would allow the Mount Elgin library branch to move into the Township’s new Mount Elgin Community Hub.

Fair season is getting underway across Southwestern Ontario, and the Aylmer Fair is preparing for its 178th year, with new attractions joining plenty of longtime favourites.

The Town of Tillsonburg is looking for a contractor to remove the covered walkway on Library Lane and make improvements to stormwater management in the area.

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Today we continue to highlight candidates for the 2026 Municipal Election in Tillsonburg with full feature interviews coming in September.

Police say a resident recently responded to a Facebook advertisement for a property in Tillsonburg listed at $2,000 per month. The prospective tenant was asked to send a deposit before being allowed to view the property.

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New attractions joining longtime favourites

Several Woodstock homes and vehicles were damaged by uprooted trees and broken branches during Saturday’s severe thunderstorms, with at least one weak tornado confirmed.

Starting school can be nerve-racking enough, but a free event in Oxford County is designed to help take some of the stress out of that first bus ride.

Fraudsters are posing as representatives from major telecom companies, offering what sounds like a free or low-cost phone upgrade.

Here's what's going on over the next 48 hours in the region.

A sweet summer tradition is helping support the children and families who rely on specialized care at Children's Hospital in London.

Here's what's going on over the next 48 hours in the region.

An evening of food, art and entertainment returns with new experiences

The Ontario Provincial Police laid more than 8,200 charges over the Civic Holiday long weekend as officers increased enforcement on roads, trails and waterways across the province.

A new report from the Coalition for Better Rail (CBR) is questioning the projected ridership and cost of the proposed ALTO high-speed rail project, saying the plan may not attract enough passengers to justify its price tag.

Opposition parties, though, say the announcement comes as the government is already facing questions about its own spending.

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Free event helps make the transition to school a little smoother, giving parents and caregivers greater peace of mind.

With the back-to-school season approaching, Tillsonburg Fire & Rescue Services is encouraging parents and caregivers to make sure their children's car seats and booster seats are installed correctly.

The Ontario government is investing more than $5.2 million to expand access to primary care in Oxford County as part of its Primary Care Action Plan, which aims to connect every Ontario resident with a family doctor or primary care provider by 2029.

The first incident occurred Saturday, April 25, at approximately 9 p.m., when officers conducted a traffic stop on King Street West in Ingersoll.

The Ontario government is investing $7 million through the Indian Residential School Community Engagement Fund to support Indigenous-led healing, commemoration and education initiatives that honour missing children, Survivors, their families and communities affected by the Residential School System.

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Home of the first recorded baseball game in North America, in 1838.

The Town of Tillsonburg says the reopening of the indoor pool at the Tillsonburg Community Centre has been delayed slightly after a follow-up inspection was rescheduled for today August 5.

Police were called to a home on Tillson Avenue at approximately 12:45 a.m. on Thursday, July 30, for a report of mischief in progress.

Fraudsters are posing as representatives from major telecom companies, offering what sounds like a free or low-cost phone upgrade.

Here's what's going on over the next 48 hours in the region.

Gardening expert explains this year's remarkable growing season

The advisory affects King Street West between Ingersoll Street South and Oakwood Street.

A 38-year-old Oxford County resident has died following a motorcycle collision in Tillsonburg Monday evening.

The City of Woodstock has officially reopened the 18-hole course at Pittock Conservation Area after a major redesign that transforms it into a tournament-calibre destination while still welcoming beginners.

Oxford OPP is investigating a mischief incident after a vehicle was vandalized at a residence in Tillsonburg.

Registration closes Wednesday, August 5th at noon. 

Major upgrades transform Pittock into a disc golf destination

With the Civic Holiday coming up on Monday, time for the list of what's open and closed.

The OPP is reminding drivers that a safe Civic holiday long weekend starts with making smart choices behind the wheel.

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23-year-old business owner Daniel Destine is happy and grateful to be honoured

Bayham council will meet tonight to consider transferring ownership of the historic Port Burwell Lighthouse to the Port Burwell Historical Society.

The numbers are in, and another successful year is in the books for Tillsonburg's Running With The Bulls.

The Tillsonburg Aquatics Team says the indoor pool at the Tillsonburg Community Centre is scheduled to reopen on Saturday, August 1, pending a successful inspection by Southwestern Public Health on Friday.

Here's what's going on over the next 48 hours in the region.

Here's what's going on over the next 48 hours in the region.

Family spending budgets also affecting communities reliant on tourism dollars

Plank Line remains closed between Prouse Road and Duffy Line at the time of this posting

Bridge closed for several hours

The Town of Tillsonburg is receiving $29,000 in provincial funding to launch a new health care recruitment marketing campaign designed to attract family physicians and other health care professionals to the community.

Oxford Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to two different collisions that had been reported through mobile alert systems.

Southwestern Public Health has confirmed two mosquito traps have tested positive for West Nile virus during routine surveillance.

Honest Motherhood has reached The Globe and Mail bestsellers list and is available in bookstores, online retailers, and audiobook platforms, with Ward narrating the audiobook herself.

Large Item Collection begins in Oxford County on March 30th. Oversized items like furniture, mattresses, and box springs can be disposed of, provided they meet size and weight limits.