Local News
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Drugs Seized in Ingersoll Leads to Charges
Multiple departments of the OPP were involved in a search warrant execution today in Ingersoll.
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New Program Created by SPC Oxford
Those who might need help with their finances have a new program offered to them.
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WITARR Announces 2026 Trade Bursary Recipients
It's a $500 bursary for local high school students entering a trade program.
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Handbags for Hospice Raises Over $235,000
All of the funds will support VON Sakura House, the 10-bed residential hospice in Oxford County.
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Paris Shooting Sends One to Hospital
The victim is stable in hospital as police search for those responsible.
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More Snow Expected for Oxford
Environment Canada says we could get 5 to 10 centimetres starting this evening and ending overnight.
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Tip Tuesday - February 2026
Constable Randi Crawford called the Heart FM studio for the February edition of Tip Tuesday.
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PJHL Playoff Recap - Feb 23rd
The Navy Vets beat the Dolphins 7-2, while the Braves crushed the Titans 7-4.
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Navy Vets Win Doherty Division Awards
Owen Ireton, Charley Barnes, Tyler Bouck and Kobe Nadlin were honoured for their hard work during the regular season.
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Coldest Night of the Year this Saturday
Lots of people will hit the streets of Woodstock, Ingersoll and Tillsonburg to support Operation Sharing and United Way Oxford.
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New Scam Has Hit Woodstock
The Woodstock Police Service is warning residents about a new scam circulating in the city.
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News Poll: Municipal Election Campaign 2026
The latest Heart FM News Poll asks, would you ever consider running for municipal politics?
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PJHL Playoff Recap - Feb 20th to Feb 22nd
All of Oxford County's Junior C hockey teams celebrated victories on Friday.
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United Way Makes Period Promise to Oxford County
United Way Oxford is collecting donations of menstrual hygiene products to address period poverty in our community.
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Woodstock Expands Eligibility for FAIR Program
Single individuals bringing home $31,944 will now be eligible and as well as four person households making $59,359.
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Oxford County Provides Affordable Housing Update
Construction has wrapped up on Southwood Way and shovels will hit the ground for another project on Springbank Ave North next month.
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Silver Finish for Team Canada
Team Canada finished the Olympics with 21 medals after the men's hockey team won silver yesterday.
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UTRCA Issues Statement Regarding Water Levels
The UTRCA expects water levels to continue to rise over the weekend.
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OPP Investigate Reports of Extortion
Since 2024, 10 cases have occurred in Norfolk, Brant, Middlesex, and Wellington Counties.
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PJHL Playoff Preview - Feb 20th to Feb 22nd
The playoffs begin tonight for the Navy Vets, the Merchants, the Braves, and the Trojans.
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Ticket Sales Begin for Runway of Stars
It will feature 30 pairings this year and early tickets are available until the end of the month.
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Mobile Decontamination Trailer for Oxford
It will assist with industrial accidents, wildfires and hazardous materials response.
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Shelton Wins Silver Medal at Milan Olympics
The Americans won the gold medal final with a 2-1 overtime victory over the Canadians.
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Woodstock Accepting Community Grant Applications
Non-profit and charitable volunteer organizations can apply for a community grant in the Friendly City.
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Provincial Funding is Coming to Blandford-Blenheim Township
$57,935 will be used to retrofit washrooms to make them more inclusive.
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Theatre Woodstock Presents: Jesus Christ Superstar
All of the performances are completely sold out at Theatre Woodstock.
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Municipal Candidate Information Session in Oxford
The next municipal election is scheduled for Monday, October 26th 2026.
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School Buses Cancelled in Oxford County
The buses have been cancelled for TVDSB, LDCSB, and CSC Providence students in Oxford.
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Drug Charges Laid in Tillsonburg
A joint effort from the police has resulted in a Tillsonburg man facing charges related to drugs.
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UPDATE: Road Reopens Following School Bus Crash
Four children sustained minor injuries after a school bus left the road and entered a ditch in Norwich Township.
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UPDATE: Freezing Drizzle Advisory in Effect
Environment Canada says we could see minor ice buildup overnight.
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Tillsonburg Considers Film-Friendly Status
The town has launched an online survey and it will be hosting two open houses.
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Oxford OPP Briefs - February 18th, 2026
OPP briefs include two impaired drivers with one in Norwich Township and another in South-West Oxford.
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Single-Vehicle Collision Leads to Charges
The Oxford OPP responded to a collision in Tillsonburg, which led to charges being laid against a Tillsonburg man.
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Woodstock Man Charged at Border
Suspected methamphetamine was seized at the Blue Water Bridge, and a Woodstock man is facing charges.
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PJHL Recap - Feb. 10th to Feb. 16th
It was the final week of the PJHL regular season, and here is how the Oxford County teams fared.
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Interview with the Mayor - February 17th, 2026
Mayor Acchione talked about bag tags and City Council's first look at the draft revenue budget for 2026.
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Woodstock Home Show Returns this Spring
Over 50 vendors have already signed up for the Woodstock Home Show,
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WPS Issues Scam Warning
Police say the fraudster will pretend to be from the Woodstock Crown Attorney's office.
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Two Weather Alerts for Oxford
We're under a yellow advisory for fog this morning and a yellow warning for freezing rain for tomorrow.
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Oxford OPP Remind Motorists to Be Safe
It is a message that gets repeated over and over again by the Oxford OPP. They need drivers to slow down and move over.
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Motorcyclists Expected for February Friday the 13th
There will be an increased police presence in Port Dover today.
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Interview with the Warden - February 12th, 2026
Warden Marcus Ryan joined the Heart FM Morning Show.
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SWPH Issues Cold Weather Alert
Environment Canada is predicting wind chill values overnight in the negative 20s.
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New Video Series Coming to Oxford County
The residents of Oxford County will be able to watch a new video series exploring and detailing the County through the years.
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Police Take One into Custody
A 33-year-old has been arrested following a weapons invesitgation this morning.
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Trevor Birtch Trial Daily Recap - Case 2
**WARNING** CONTENT IN THIS STORY COULD CONTAIN MATURE AND GRAPHIC DETAILS. PLEASE READ AT YOUR OWN RISK.
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UPDATE: Charges Laid in Highway Hit-and-Run
The Oxford OPP have laid charges a fatal hit-and-run on Highway 401 west of Oxford Road 3.
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UPDATE: Cyber Security Experts Investigating Oxford Incident
The technical incident involves Oxford County's information system.
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Christmas Kettle Campaign Kicks Off in Woodstock
The Woodstock Salvation Army would like to raise $60,000 this holiday season.
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Wettlaufer Sentenced to Life in Prison
Elizabeth Wettlaufer will serve 8 concurrent life sentences without parole eligibility for at least 25 years.
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UPDATE: CMV Driver Charged in Oxford County Collision
The 51-year-old CMV driver has been charged with careless driving causing death.
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UPDATE: Woodstock Open-Air Burn Ban Lifted
The Woodstock Fire Department has ended the 4-day open-air burn ban.
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Running with the Bulls Returns this Summer
The event supports families going through financial struggles following a cancer diagnosis.
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Trevor Birtch Trial Daily Recap - Case 1
**WARNING! CONTENT IN THIS STORY IS GRAPHIC AND SHOULD BE READ AT THE VIEWERS DISCRETION!
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Woodstock Celebrates Art Exhibition in Washington D.C.
An exhibit at the Embassy of Canada Art Gallery in Washington D.C. has a connection to the Friendly City.
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Recipe Submissions Needed for DASO Cookbook
You have until the end of August to submit your favourite recipe for the DASO cookbook.
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Oxford County Now Seeking 2025 Budget Input
A new survey has been posted to the Speak Up Oxford website, all about the Budget for 2025.
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UPDATE: WPS Make More Arrests in Weapons Investigation
Woodstock Police were involved in an active investigation in the area of Upper Thames Drive between Pittock Park Road and Arthur Park Avenue.
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UPDATE: Charges Laid in Single Vehicle Collision
A 17-year-old is facing two counts of dangerous driving causing death as a result of the single-vehicle collision on Cornell Road. The incident happened on August 4th.
