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Norfolk OPP responded to two calls over the weekend where drivers were smoking in cars with young children.

Police are searching for a suspect who stole several bottles of liquor from the LCBO in Waterford.

A mother from Woodstock is facing serious but non life threatening injuries after a crash with her kids in the car in Wilmot Township.

You can phone in your vote starting today in South-West Oxford.

"Equal pay for equal work is the law, and it needs to stay that way, that is not a political opinion, it is a fact."

One person was sent to the hospital with non life threatening injuries after a crash in Perth East.

The Give Thanks To Your Hospital Radiothon is looking to raise $38,000 the Woodstock Hospital this year.

With marijuana set to be legalized in Canada this Wednesday, Oxford's Conservative MP thinks it's going to be a disaster.

County officials would like to see residents produce less waste this week.

OPP would like to remind hunters of the proper etiquette while they're out about this hunting season.

Woodstock teens are being to asked to get off the couch this winter and do something positive for the community through the Snow Buddies program.

The Perth District Health Unit and the Local Community Food Centre will be teaming up this Wednesday, for the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty.

Environment Canada has issued a frost advisory for both Oxford County and Brant County.

People of all ages are welcome to participate in a Walk and Run fundraiser through Roth Park on Sunday October 21st.

Norfolk OPP have some tips for parents who are planning on taking their kids to Waterford Pumpkinfest this weekend.

After one year of construction headaches; the big expansion to Ste Marguerite Bourgeoys is finally complete.

The Sam Roberts Band and Jo Jo Mason will be performing in Woodstock with the CP Holiday Train this year.

Oxford OPP have a suspect in custody and are apologizing for using a false name after a break and enter to a rural property in Zorra Township.

Woodstock Police have been cleared of any wrongdoing after a 45 year old man was found dead inside his car last summer.

The Woodstock Art Gallery was a packed place this morning, to witness the unveiling of a special plaque for the new Norwich Ave bridge over the 401.

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Warden David Mayberry encourages everyone to get out and vote on October 22nd.

Tickets are now on sale for the 21st annual Business Awards of Excellence in Woodstock.

Four Oxford County Council will be sitting on a job performance review committee for our CAO.

Oxford OPP have charged a 37 year old Ingersoll man with multiple offences; including mischief, uttering threats and opioid possession.

The Fusion Youth Centre is getting ready for their 13th annual Haunted House.

A 24 year old man and a 24 year old woman have both been charged after Norfolk OPP pulled over a stolen vehicle on Highway 24.

The Canadian Cancer Society of Oxford is getting ready for their big Daffodil Dash, formerly known as the Cool Runnings.

The big CASS Comedy Night fundraiser will be taking place at Oxford Auditorium this year.

Woodstock's very own Exit 232 off of Hwy# 401 is being recognized province wide.

Anyone looking to get rid of their old baseball equipment can now drop it off at Woodstock's Your Neighbourhood Credit Union.

A new subdivision is going up near Stonegate Drive in Woodstock by the Hospital.

The Tavistock Men's Club is hosting an all candidates meeting on Thursday night for East Zorra Tavistock.

Police are searching for a man who exposed himself to two women on two separate occasions in Woodstock on Tuesday.

St. Mary's will be hosting a University exhibition basketball game between Guelph and Toronto.

Students and staff at Winchester Street Public School are collecting non-perishable food item donations.

Applications are now being accepted for auxiliary police officer positions with Woodstock Police.

Residential Home sales were up last month from the Woodstock Ingersoll and District Real Estate Board.

An Ingersoll man is facing several charges and the SIU is now investigating after a crash in Bayham.

A 26 year old woman from Collingwood is facing charges of fail to remain, driving impaired causing bodily harm and possession after a crash in Perth South.

Officers with the Oxford OPP handed out 41 tickets during the long weekend for Operation Impact.

In honour of Fire Prevention Week; Woodstock Firefighters will be following pizza delivery vehicles over the next couple of days.

A local motorcycle club was at the latest Woodstock City Council meeting to talk about the current road conditions and the use of tar on city roads.

The Woodstock Art Gallery is looking to get high school students interested in print making.

A 33 year old dance instructor from Brantford was arrested and charged after police received a report involving inappropriate messages sent to minors.

Some of your favourite Saturday morning cartoon characters will be coming to the Woodstock Art Gallery next month.

Tickets are now on sale for the Harris Haunted Howl on Friday October 19th.

Members of the Woodstock Fire Department will be out and about in the community this Fire Prevention Week.

One person has been transported to hospital with life threatening injuries after a pickup truck collided with an SUV in Brant County this morning.

A fog advisory has been issued for Oxford County and Brant County.

Local organizations can now submit a statement of interest form to United Way Oxford.

Unifor Local 636 is teaming up with Operation Sharing and the Beachville Firefighters Association to offer a free Thanksgiving dinner for those in need Monday afternoon.

If you're planning on picking up some last minute Thanksgiving groceries at Food Basics today, you might be able to spot lots of orange tags throughout the store.

OPP and Woodstock Police will be hitting the roads this Thanksgiving long weekend for Operation Impact.

Things got testy at times during the Mayors Debate this morning in the City of Woodstock.

Hodges Pond has been reconnected to Cedar Creek.

No snow has fallen yet but Woodstock youth are invited to help seniors this winter with shoveling snow.

A City-County councillor is looking to make the city more accountable for the Woodstock Public Library.

Oxford OPP have arrested a man from Ingersoll who was allegedly stealing materials from an abandoned building.

Incumbent Mayor Trevor Birtch and current councillor and mayoral candidate Shawn Shapton will square off in a special mayors debate on Friday morning.

Local MP Dave Mackenzie says having Tori Stafford's killer back in the news has evoked a lot of emotions in his riding of Oxford County.

A motorcycle driver from Tillsonburg is facing serious, life threatening injuries after a head on collision with an SUV in Norfolk County.

An online child care survey looks for your opinions on programs for children under 12 in Oxford County.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Woodstock and District's annual Big Night Out is coming back to the Oxford Auditorium.

Heart FM is teaming up with the Woodstock Hospital for the second annual Give Thanks to Your Hospital Radiothon.

Two stolen vehicles caused quite the mess in Downtown Woodstock this morning. 

A Conservative Motion that would have put Terri Lynne McClintic back behind bars has been defeated in the House of Commons.

The Oxford County Indigenous Advisory Committee is hosting a fall social gathering next Saturday.

Oxford OPP are hosting a crime prevention night in Tillsonburg.

Dundas Street is closed in both directions from Ingersoll Road to Waterloo after a couple of morning crashes.

The Oxford County Cancer Society hopes to see a lot of pink throughout the month of October.

Students had a strong presence at an All Candidates Forum in Woodstock for those running for Council and School Board Trustee.

The municipal elections are fast approaching for Ingersoll.

Woodstock Police Chief Bill Renton shares his thoughts on Terri Lynne McClintic's transfer to an aboriginal healing lodge.

Local MPP and Minister of Agriculture and Rural Affairs Ernie Hardeman says the deal that was signed on Sunday night is bad news for supply management.

Edith Heleniak is running for Oxford LCDSB trustee in the upcoming Municipal Election.

Oxford OPP arrested a 38 year old man from Ingersoll after an alleged B&E at a local business.

A father of three from Ingersoll has won $100,000 after playing ENCORE.

Police seized over $47,000 in drugs and stolen property after executing a search warrant at a home in Ingersoll.

A local mother is looking to inspire change in the town of Ingersoll.

The Norwich Chamber of Commerce will be holding an all candidates meeting for the municipal election.

The Woodstock Navy Vets didn't have to look very far for a new Head coach to fill in for Peter Crosby, after his resignation.

A 72 year old woman was charged with fail to yield after a crash just outside of St.Marys

The Norwich Optimist Truck and Tractor Pull features lots of horsepower and fun for all ages

The committee for the new Ingersoll Rec Centre is considering more land options to host the centre.

Oxford County Council is considering ways to help Woodstock pay for security at the courthouse.

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Oxford OPP have confirmed that the deceased in a suspicious death is a 31 year old mom from Drumbo.

Union Gas is donating cash to help the local Fire Department spread their fire prevention messages.

Cruise nights are happening every Thursday this August at Southside park.

City Hall in Woodstock was the site of a protest aimed to raise awareness about an ugly situation happening in China.

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The Friendly City will be well represented at an invitational skating event happening in Japan.

Parents are being reminded about the provincial curfew in effect for young people.

The Woodstock Fire Department reminds everyone to keep their 72 Hour Emergency Kit up to date all year long.

Post-mortem results in a sudden death investigation now has police treating the death as 'suspicious'

Police are livid after a deadly weekend on our roads claimed eight lives.

The Oxford Lions Club has made a big donation to support some local causes including Sakura House.

Police are reminding the public to lock your doors and roll up your windows after a rash of vehicle entries in Woodstock.

The family of a missing woman from Drumbo who is presumed dead are still searching for answers.

Oxford's own Upper Thames Brewing Company is looking forward to giving people a taste of what's to come.

Millennials may be easy targets for scammers due to snap decisions and a feeling of invincibility.

A woman was taken to hospital with life-threatening injuries after hitting her head while swimming.

The public is encouraged to keep their eyes out for a federal offender wanted on a Canada Wide Warrant.

Try to find ways to stay cool this week as Environment Canada has issued a heat warning for the region.

The dream is still alive for a home cook from Woodstock with aspirations to be the next MasterChef Canada.

Crowds were full all week long and they got to see some really entertaining ball with teams from across the Country.

Two women from East Zorra-Tavistock suffered minor injuries after a crash in Perth County.

Woodstock is getting ready for three days of fun, food, entertainment, and - of course - cows!

Teams from Innerkip and Tavistock will be making Oxford proud at the Canadian Fast Pitch Championships. 

Environment Canada reminds everyone to heed special weather alerts as we remember the 1979 tornadoes.

Police are investigating after finding a deceased woman in a parked car on Canning Road.

The Move With Grace Dance Studio will be helping bus tables at Kelsey's in Woodstock to raise money for a trip to Spain.

The event is sponsored by the Tavistock Agricultural Society and will be taking place on Monday August 15th.

There are 11 awards up for grabs including the trades person of the year award and the community involvement award.

Woodstock Mayor, Trevor Birtch was invited to a San Francisco presentation to share what our community is doing to reach their goals. 

They are hosting the tournament and having a silent auction on Saturday to help fund a trip to Nationals.

A hot car is no place for your pet, leave them at home!

Brant County OPP released the results from their Move Over Campaign.

The Under 21 Men's Fast Pitch Championship is heading into playoffs over the weekend.

Flavius Miron will appear in court next week via video call in hopes to schedule a bail hearing.

People of all ages are welcome to enjoy a viewing of the new Jungle Book movie tonight on an inflatable screen.

The Woodstock Rotary Club is getting ready for their 19th annual Dragon Boat Festival.

A 24 year old man from Woodstock charged with manslaughter will have another bail hearing this morning.

The changes to the Woodstock Transit system started on Tuesday.

The Perth County OPP have released their traffic statistics from the Civic long weekend.

A home cook from Woodstock is heading to Toronto in hopes of becoming the next MasterChef Canada.

A good portion of downtown Woodstock will be closed off to traffic this weekend as the City celebrates Streetfest 2016.

Players have committed and the roster is almost set for the Tillsonburg Hurricanes.

Canadian Blood Services is hoping for a better turnout today for their blood donor clinic in Woodstock.

Golf carts and batteries have been stolen from the Happy Hills Resort in Zorra Township.

A heat warning has been issued for the region with day time highs tomorrow expected to feel like 38 degrees.

A woman is facing serious injuries after a collision with a transport truck at a local grocery store.

Oxford OPP are investigating after a number of break and enters in the Village of Thamesford over the Long Weekend.

Police were tipped off about a possible drunk driver heading Eastbound on the 401.

The price of gas nationwide dropped about 0.7 cents a litre last week, to an average of about 99.5 cents a litre.

Club 33 has been a popular after school basketball program in Norwich for 17 years.

A meteorologist with Environment Canada is offering safety tips for anyone in a thunderstorm after a Tillsonburg man was killed by lightning earlier this week.

A 1972 Evinrude boat has been stolen from a driveway in Paris.

Local Roots in the Park was the victim of a break and Enter at Southside Park.

Police are looking for a man who did a gas and dash at the Husky in Dorchester.

A woman from Norwich was at the cottage when she realized she had won $50,000.

The quartet Rosie and the Riveters will hit the stage at Rose Hill Farm on August 5th.

The Oxford County Injury Prevention Team will be hosting summer day camps for kids.

The opening ceremonies for the 2016 U21 Men's Canadian Fastball Championship will take place on Tuesday August 2nd at 6pm in Tavistock.

Woodstock Spiderman will have a birthday party in Southside Park on August 6th.

Bullwinkles Eatery is going on a three week break and will reopen on August 23rd.

52 year old David Johnson is dead after he was struck by lightning Sunday afternoon.

The Annual Report for 2015 contains details about the city of Woodstock's crime rate.

The College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario has taken Dr. Judi Marcin's medical certificate away.

The Chippewas of the Thames First Nation will be using the big canoe for community development and to teach youth the importance of working together.

OPP say jumping into bodies of water can be dangerous if you don't know how deep the water is.

The Norwich Otterville Lions Club disbanded on June 30th due to a lack of new members.

Woodstock Police officers say a food booth in Southside Park was broken into early Saturday morning.

19 year old Dustin Helmer-Taylor of Tillsonburg is facing numerous charges after OPP officers received reports of vehicle break and enters in his hometown.

OPP officers will be patrolling the waters this long weekend, looking for impaired drivers and making sure boats have the proper equipment on board.

The Woodstock Museum is currently displaying an exhibit featuring the 20 year history of the Woodstock Sports Wall of Fame.

The Otterville Library will be offering different activities for all ages over the next couple of weeks.

Woodstock Police say 19 year old David Andrew Lichty was safely located in London.

19 year old David Andrew Lichty has been missing since Tuesday.

17 people were charged with distracted driving in Ingersoll this week.

A bail hearing for a Woodstock man charged with manslaughter has been delayed for the third week in a row.

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The OPP reports drivers have been getting slack when it comes to moving over for emergency vehicles.

The Salvation Army is asking people to donate to the food bank as their stocks begin to dwindle in the summer months.

A 24 year old man charged with manslaughter will be back in court for a bail hearing this morning.

One man has died and two other people were taken to hospital after a collision on Highway 24.

Environment Canada has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for Oxford and Brant Counties.

The Woodstock Police will be targeting impaired and distracted drivers over the long weekend.

Mosquitoes in Perth County have tested positive for West Nile Virus.

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Officer Striker visited the Heart FM Studios and this three minute video shows him in action.

Police are investigating after an overnight theft at a Stone Supply Company in Brunner.

The Woodstock Fire Department is getting ready to welcome a new Jr Fire Chief and Jr Deputy Fire Chief

A non profit organization providing shelter and support to pregnant and parenting women is looking for some help.

Oxford County Public Health is encouraging everyone to get tested for free as part of World Hepatitis Day.

Two people suffered major injuries during a crash at an intersection in Perth County.

Floral Occasions in Ingersoll are trying to raise money for the Canadian Mental Health Association of Oxford County.

Pittock is already booked for the Long Weekend and only a few campsites remain at other local Conservation areas.

A traffic analysis study has identified Zorra and East Zorra-Tavistock as a problem area for collisions in Oxford County.

This year's free Smoke Free Movie Night will feature the new live action Jungle Book.

The Beachville Museum invites everyone to come out over the summer and learn about our local history.

The East Oxford-Oxford Centre Optimist Club has a lot to look back on and be proud of as they say goodbye.

Woodstock Police were busy with break and enters, multiple pets left in cars, and are now investigating a suspicious person.

Oxford County and other rural areas in Southwestern Ontario will have better access to the internet in the near future.

Oxford County still has a burn ban in place.

Briefs include Grande Prairie speeder and a man who was woken up to the sound of his truck being stolen.

The grand opening of the Woodstock Sports Hall of Fame exhibit at the Woodstock Museum National Historic Site will take place on Thursday from 5pm until 7pm.

Oxford Junior Farmers will be hosting the 11th annual Embro Truck and Tractor Pull on July 29th and 30th this year.

Oxford OPP officers want parents and guardians to sit down with their kids and teens, to talk about potential dangers in their community.

Three women from Oxford County are in the mix to become the CNE ambassador to the fairs.

Jack de Keyser, and The Spoons will be among 30 different acts performing during Streetfest in Woodstock this year.

The 5th annual Memorial Ride for Tori Stafford drew plenty of bikers and community support on Saturday.

A quick response from firefighters helped save the Northdale Public School from burning down.

Police are investigating a death at Memorial Park in Ingersoll, at this time they do not think the death was suspicious.

Canadian Mental Health Association of Oxford has almost reached their $150,000 fundraising goal for 2016.

The Artie Shaw Orchestra will be touring in Stratford in early August.

The corn maze at Leaping Deer Adventure Farm is opening in August.

OPP are asking the public to keep their eyes open for any suspicious individuals in their community.

The OLG has issued more than $376,000 to the City of Woodstock as part of their first quarter non tax gaming revenue payment.

Embro, Stratford and Province will be well represented at a National Music competition in Edmonton.

'Reach Out' is the name of the new crisis line and website and will launch in August.

Innerkip Park will be home to the third annual Hits for Hospice Co-Ed Slow Pitch Tournament on Saturday July 23rd.

The bail hearing for 24 year old Flavius Miron of Woodstock was adjourned until July 29th.

More charges for a Woodstock pharmacist who allegedly stole nearly $1.2 million dollars in prescription drugs.

Bikers will ride in memory of Victoria Stafford on Saturday.

One man has been arrested after a violent assault on a truck driver in Woodstock back in June.

The Woodstock man accused of manslaughter will appear before the courts in Woodstock this morning.

The Brant SPCA has waived their adoption fee for cats and kittens until July 30th.

20 year old Ethan Wood of Woodstock has been arrested after a 45 year old man was assaulted on June 30th.

25 year old Christopher Charron has been charged with theft over $5,000 and possession of stolen property.

40 year old Jason William Cornish was released from federal prison a week ago and is moving to Woodstock from London.

A heat warning is still in effect for the county of Oxford.

A weekly support group for parents with children who are experiencing suicidal thoughts is now meeting on a weekly basis at the CMHA Woodstock office.

The Woodstock Rotary Club is getting ready for their 19th annual Dragon Boat Festival.

The Woodstock Art Gallery has presented a Glendale High School grad with the $1,000 Friends of WAG Scholarship.

Police seized over $33,000 in drugs after a two month crackdown on Meth use in Stratford and Perth County.

Oxford MPP Ernie Hardeman will be hosting his annual Pig Roast on Saturday July 23rd at the Boat House Pavilion.

The Woodstock Chamber of Commerce is now accepting nominations for the Business Awards of Excellence.

It promises to be a hot couple of days in Oxford County.

The Zombie Apocalypse is real and it is taking over Tillsonburg.

County council have passed a motion to place signs in forests and on county owned lands.

The host team Tavistock will open up the tournament at 1:00 pm against British Columbia on Tuesday August 2nd.

Kids under the age of 10 must undergo a swim test before swimming in the Otterville Pool this summer.

PokeStops and gyms are located all throughout Oxford County in the augmented reality game Pokémon Go.

Employees at Autrans in Ingersoll are staging a solidarity protest today after a worker was denied parental leave.

Oxford County was invited to a renewable energy dialogue in San Francisco where like minded municipalities shared their 100 % renewable energy goals.

Three crashes in Perth County last week shared a lot in common.

Local officials are preaching the buddy system and supervision during drowning prevention week.

Late night break and enter at the Burford Community Centre.

The CISV Peace Bus was in Oxford County today as part of their cross country tour.

A tip from the public helped the Perth County OPP take a drunk driver off the road.

A brand new ATV valued at nearly $17,000 was stolen from a farm near Atwood.

Oxford County Library offers a wide range of programs for different learning styles throughout the summer.

Six weeks of musical performances in Stratford will feature everything from Cajun music to bluegrass and much more.

Some amazing fastball will be on display in Tavistock as they host the U21 Men's Canadian Fastball Championship

The search for a missing swimmer came to a tragic conclusion as the body of an 18 year old man was pulled from Lake Erie.

Canada's National Junior Men's Fastball team will visit Innerkip for a game against the Expos in a friendly match.

Ignamo Homes are bringing their swinging brand of 1940s music and humour to the Rosehill Farm on August 5th.

The Tillsonburg Airport is the home to some WW II aircraft memorabilia.

Council has decided to wait to receive more information before making a final decision.

It's Woodstock versus Markham at Southside Park on Sunday July 17th.

The Meals on Wheels program continues to help people in Oxford County who may not be able to cook for themselves.

Birds of Prey will be taking over Pittock Park this Saturday.

Woodstock City Council was asked to help support the formation of a mosque in The Friendly City.

A report from the OPP about a cancer fraud in Ingersoll turned out to be false and the canvassers were legitimate.

The Tillsonburg Community Centre may be one of the safest places at the end of the month as they host a provincial competition.