The federal government is taking another step in an effort to slow down the accumulation of debt of Canadian households. For the fourth time since 2008, Ottawa is tightening mortgage rules. Finance Minister Jim Flaherty has announced measures that will cut a maximum mortgage term from 30 years to 25 years. And the limit of refinancing loans is being sliced to 80 per cent of the value of a home, from the current 85 per cent.
WFD Sends Reminders Ahead of Diwali
Celebrations are expected over the weekend for Diwali, and the Woodstock Fire Department has a few reminders.
Youth in Tillsonburg Charged by OPP
The Oxford OPP have laid a charge after investigating a threat-related incident.
Arpan Khanna Reacts to Budget
The Liberals have tabled their most recent budget, and it is being criticized by the Conservatives.
PJHL Preview - Nov. 6th to Nov. 8th
The Oxford County teams in the Provincial Junior Hockey League will be getting lots of miles on their skates this weekend.
Navy Vets Preview - Nov. 6th
The Woodstock Navy Vets hit the ice once this weekend, and there will be a special ceremony at the game tonight.
Fall Book Sale Supporting WPL
The Friends of the Woodstock Public Library will host their biannual book sale this Saturday.
West Region OPP Release Project Safe Haul Results
A total of 325 CMV inspections were completed through 22 safety blitzes, resulting 226 charges and 119 unsafe vehicles taken off the road.
Liberals Table Federal Budget
Prime Minister Mark Carney says the budget builds a stronger Canada, while the opposition leaders say it falls short.
Oxford OPP Briefs - Nov. 5th, 2026
A pair of impaired drivers were caught in Oxford County over the past couple of days.
Stair Climb Results Released
The United Way Stair Climb took over Reeves Community Complex to support United Way Oxford.
Winners Announced for Business Awards
The Woodstock District Chamber of Commerce held the Business Awards of Excellence.
Citizen Applications Open for Oxford County Committees
Those selected will serve for the 2026-2030 council term.
Oxford Tourism Award Recipients Announced
The recipients were selected by a panel of external judges with representatives from provincial tourism organizations outside of Oxford.
United Way Student Stair Climb Returns Today
The school that raised the most funds for United Way will be presented with a trophy.
Woodstonian Wins in Lotto Max Draw
One Woodstock resident has all the reasons to smile after winning a Max Plus prize.
SWPH Set to Move in Oxford County
The Board of Health at Southwestern Public Health has made the decision to move operations in Woodstock.
Seniors Centres in Oxford Receive Funding
Three Seniors Centres in Oxford County are set to receive funding from the provincial government.
CO Awareness Week Underway
Carbon monoxide is a colourless and odourless gas that could be deadly if its found inside the home.
The Greatest Debuts on Prime Video
A parade scene featured in the The Greatest was filmed in downtown Woodstock in May of 2025.
Big Night Out Raises Over $100,000 for BBBS Oxford
The Big Night Out Halloween Bash raised over $100,000 for youth mentorship programs in our community.
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