Local News
-
UPDATE: Federal Offender Arrested in Simcoe
The ROPE Squad was searching for an offender that was known to frequent Delhi, Simcoe, Cambridge, London and Hamilton.
-
Missing Boaters Found Deceased in Lake Erie
One was a 53-year-old and the other was 7-years-old. They were both from Norfolk County.
-
A Solid Year for the Tavistock Braves
It was a season of successes for the Tavistock Braves as they reached the Schmalz Cup Finals.
-
News Poll: Victoria Day Weekend 2026
How will you celebrate the Victoria Day long weekend?
-
Paris Driver Facing Impaired Charges
The 42-year-old was pulled over close to Mechanic Street and Broadway Street West in Paris on Saturday.
-
PJHL Playoff Recap - May 8th to May 10th 2026
The Fergus Whalers have won the Schmalz Cup.
-
WOWC Partners with Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Cities Initiative
They have established a framework for advancing shared priorities, including environmental protection, infrastructure planning, and more.
-
Perth OPP Investigate SUV vs. Motorcycle Crash
A 36-year-old from Shakespeare was airlifted to hospital on Friday.
-
UPDATE: Boil Water Advisory Ends
Residents in Tavistock were advised to boil their water by Southwestern Public Health.
-
Woodstock City Council BYOB Decision
Woodstock events will not have bring your own booze.
-
WPS Briefs - May 8th, 2026
The Woodstock Police have laid many charges after responding to multiple incidents in the city.
-
Woodstock Candidate Profile - Jerry Acchione
A municipal election is on the horizon, and there will be a familiar face running for Mayor.
-
Hippie Fest is Coming to Woodstock
A fundraiser will take place in Woodstock to raise money for United Way Oxford.
-
PJHL Playoff Recap - May 7th, 2026
Tavistock suffered a 7-4 loss to Fergus last night.
-
OCFA Honours Awards of Excellence Recipients
George Gilvesy received the Agricultural Hall of Fame Award and the Doan Family received the Family Farm Award.
-
Frost Advisory for Oxford County
We could see some patchy frost this morning and again tonight.
-
Watering Restrictions in Effect in Oxford County
Residents of Oxford County will have to abide by the watering restrictions that have been put in place by the County.
-
Realtors Care Food Drive Returns to Oxford County
It is the 15th annual Realtors Care Food Drive put on by the Woodstock Ingersoll Tillsonburg and Area Association of Realtors.
-
Oxford County Celebrates McHappy Day
The annual McHappy Day is back, and the Oxford County McDonald's locations are doing their part to help.
-
Drugs and Weapons Seized in Woodstock
The Woodstock Police have seized drugs and weapons as part of two separate projects.
-
Impaired Driver Charged in Paris
Police charged the driver on Silver Street at Grand River Street North at 12:20 on Monday afternoon.
-
UPDATE 2 : Man Arrested in Suspicious Death Investigation
Police have charged a 20-year-old with second-degree murder.
-
WOWC Well Represented at Queen's Park
It was all business and well-received conversations as the WOWC talked with Ministries at Queen's Park in Toronto
-
Environmental Committee Thriving in Oxford County
Rural Roads Health Services has been thriving with an environmental committee, which was started about one year ago.
-
Red Dress Day Vigil Happening in Woodstock
People are welcome to come to Museum Square to remember and honour Red Dress Day.
-
Freaky Friday Set to Hit the Stage
Freaky Friday the Musical is the next performance for the senior company of K2K Productions.
-
Interview with the Mayor - May 4th, 2026
Many topics were discussed during the bi-weekly interview on the Heart FM Morning Show with Mayor Jerry Acchione.
-
Emergency Preparedness Week Hits Oxford County
Oxford County is sending reminders to residents to make sure they are prepared in case of an emergency.
-
Retirement Coming within United Way Oxford
A new Executive Director will be coming to United Way Oxford. Kelly Gilson will be retiring from the role later this year.
-
Oxford OPP Lay Charges After Warrant Execution
Two Tillsonburg residents have been charged after a search warrant was executed at a residence in their hometown.
-
Camping Season is Open at Pittock
May 1st signals the opening of the 2026 camping season, and Pittock Conservation Area is open for guests.
-
Application Window Open for Oxford County Grants Program
Local non-profit organizations have the opportunity to apply for grant funding as the submission window has opened for the Oxford County Grants Program.
-
PJHL Preview - Schmalz Cup Final
An Oxford County team is still in the mix to bring home the Schmalz Cup and be the PJHL Champions.
-
Oxford Winds Celebrates 30 Years
The concert band will mark the occasion during it's spring concert at Knox Presbyterian Church next Friday.
-
Nomination Period Opens for Municipal Election
Those interested in running for office have until August 21st to submit their paperwork.
-
Theft in Thamesford is Under Investigation
The Oxford OPP are looking to identify two suspects responsible for a theft from a business in Thamesford.
-
Winning Lotto 6/49 Ticket Sold in Oxford
The OLG says the Lotto 6/49 classic jackpot winning ticket was sold in Oxford County.
-
Thamesford Lions Club Celebrates 65 Years
A special milestone has been reached and celebrated by the Thamesford Lions Club.
-
Yellow Frost Advisory Issued for Oxford
We're in for overnight lows at or below the freezing mark for the next few days.
-
News Poll: Schmalz Cup 2026
Who do you think will win the Schmalz Cup?
-
Realtors Care Food Drive Returns Next Week
Local realtors are dropping off the red and yellow door hangers this week.
-
PJHL Playoff Recap - April 29th
The Tavistock Braves have advanced to the Schmalz Cup Final after celebrating a 7-1 victory last night.
-
Charges Laid After Altercation in Woodstock
The Woodstock Police have laid numerous charges after someone suffered serious burn injuries during an altercation.
-
New Partnership Protects Land in Oxford
Land originally owned by Scouts Canada will be permanently protected as a new partnership is formed.
-
Bomb Threat Unfounded in Woodstock
A heavy police presence was around Springbank Public School today as a bomb threat was called in.
-
Big Projects Announced for TVDSB
The province has approved $91.7 million in capital funding through the 2025-2026 Capital Priorities Program
-
Tick Season Reminders from Southwestern Public Health
Southwestern Public Health has some tips to help you protect yourself from ticks.
-
PJHL Playoff Recap - April 28th
The Tavistock Braves suffered a 5-2 loss to the Lakeshore Canadiens in Game 5 of the Schmalz Cup semifinals.
-
Highway Construction Approaching in Burgessville
Highway 59 will be closed to through traffic in Burgessville starting next week.
-
Province Investing in Primary Care in Oxford
A major funding announcement was held in Tillsonburg this morning regarding connecting people with primary care.
-
Headliner Announced for Cowapolooza
The City of Woodstock has announced the band that will headline day two of Cowapolooza in Southside Park.
-
Tip Tuesday with the Oxford OPP - April 2026
Constable Randi Crawford called the Heart FM studio for the April edition of Tip Tuesday.
-
Trevor Birtch Trial Daily Recap - Case 2
**WARNING** CONTENT IN THIS STORY COULD CONTAIN MATURE AND GRAPHIC DETAILS. PLEASE READ AT YOUR OWN RISK.
-
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.
-
UPDATE: Cyber Security Experts Investigating Oxford Incident
The technical incident involves Oxford County's information system.
-
Christmas Kettle Campaign Kicks Off in Woodstock
The Woodstock Salvation Army would like to raise $60,000 this holiday season.
-
Wettlaufer Sentenced to Life in Prison
Elizabeth Wettlaufer will serve 8 concurrent life sentences without parole eligibility for at least 25 years.
-
UPDATE: CMV Driver Charged in Oxford County Collision
The 51-year-old CMV driver has been charged with careless driving causing death.
-
UPDATE: Woodstock Open-Air Burn Ban Lifted
The Woodstock Fire Department has ended the 4-day open-air burn ban.
-
Running with the Bulls Returns this Summer
The event supports families going through financial struggles following a cancer diagnosis.
-
Trevor Birtch Trial Daily Recap - Case 1
**WARNING! CONTENT IN THIS STORY IS GRAPHIC AND SHOULD BE READ AT THE VIEWERS DISCRETION!
-
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.
-
Recipe Submissions Needed for DASO Cookbook
You have until the end of August to submit your favourite recipe for the DASO cookbook.
-
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.
-
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.
-
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.
