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  Southwestern Public Health has turned down a voluntary merger. It would have involved Brant County and Haldimand-Norfolk.

• Backlash Faced After Bylaw Talks

  There were some comments after the Oxford County Pride President spoke to County Council regarding a potential bylaw.

• Oxford County to Advocate for Better Rail Service

  Better rail transportation is included in Oxford County's Strategic Plan.

• Woodstonian Wins Big Off Scratch Ticket

  Barbara Stevenson won a $250,000 top prize while playing Instant Crossword Deluxe.

• UPDATE: Westbound Lanes Reopen Following Fatal Crash

  Police closed the westbound lanes of Highway 401 between Culloden Line and Putnam Road for several hours this morning.

• Tillsonburg to Host Game 7 of WOHSL Cup Tonight

  The Tillsonburg Thunder will battle the Alvinston Killer Bees for the WOSHL Super League Cup tonight.

• Advanced Polls Open for Norwich Byelection Tomorrow

  People living in Ward 1 will be able to cast their ballot at the Springford Community Hall tomorrow.

• Sexual Assault Investigation on Mile Hill Trail

  The Brant OPP would like people using the Mile Hill trail system close to Rest Acres Road to be extra vigilant.

• Blood for Byers Event is in Woodstock

  Giving blood is always needed. Today, you will not only help save lives but fulfill the wish of Kelly Byers.

• Thamesford Man Caught for Impaired Driving

  A late-night traffic stop in Ingersoll resulted in a 25-year-old Thamesford man being charged with impaired driving.

• STAGES Program Brings Shows to Theatre Woodstock

  In May, there will be two groups each bringing a performance to the stage of Theatre Woodstock.

• Bob Cole Dies at the Age of 90

  Hockey fans listened to him deliver NHL games for decades

• County Discusses Safety Concerns During Pride Events

  Oxford County Pride would like Oxford County to prevent protests from happening within 150 metres of libraries during Pride events this June.

• BBBS of Oxford Calling for Mentors

  Big Brothers Big Sisters of Oxford County has a waitlist of over 150 youth, and mentors are needed.

• OCNVA Preparing for Battle of the Atlantic Commemoration

  The OCNVA will remember the more than 1,700 men who lost their lives during the Battle of the Atlantic.

• Woodstock Sports Fields Not Open Yet

  Woodstock's local parks and sports fields will be opening on Wednesday May 1st.

• Sister Cities Logo Finalists

  You have until Monday to vote do your favourite.

• New Coaches Coming to Tavistock Braves

  A new season will bring new coaches for the Tavistock Braves.

• Norfolk OPP Investigation Leads to Charge

  After a group was talking, and threats were made against Delhi District Secondary School, Norfolk OPP started to investigate.

• U14 Girls Oxford Attack Continue Season

  The U14 Oxford Attack Girls team will have two tournaments left for the season.