WPS Briefs - August 6th, 2025

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• Zorra Boosts Emergency Preparedness Tools

  Grant funding from the provincial government has enabled the Township of Zorra to enhance its emergency preparedness equipment.

• OPP Briefs - July 10th, 2026

  The OPP Detachment in Oxford has laid charges, while the Norfolk OPP are searching for suspects in a theft.

• Interview with Oxford MP Arpan Khanna

  He talked about his new role, tariffs, affordability, and the recent cases of Pride Flag vandalism in Oxford County.

• Pottahawk Safety Reminders from Norfolk OPP

  Thousands of people will be heading out to Pottahawk Point for the annual gathering this Sunday.

• WPS Releases Summary for June, 2026

  Woodstock Police responded to 2,167 incidents, made 93 arrests and laid 230 charges in June 2026.

• Norwich Candidate Profile - Adrian Couwenberg

  Adrian Couwenberg is currently the Ward 4 Councillor for Norwich Township and he has decided to run for Mayor.

• Interview with the Warden - July 9th, 2026

  He talked about a new housing development for Woodstock and upcoming road reconstruction for Highway 2 in Thamesford.

• Bonnie Tyler Dead at 75

  Her hit songs include Total Eclipse of the Heart, I Need a Hero, and It's a Heartache.

• Yard Waste Depots Temporarily Closed

  The yard waste depots in Innerkip, Norwich and Zorra Township are closed for repairs until July 25th.

• Last Call to Vote for Woodstock's Official Bird

  Today is the last day to vote for the American Goldfinch, the Black-Capped Chickadee, or the Song Sparrow.

• Input Needed for WPS Strategic Plan

  Woodstock residents have until the end of the month to fill out an online survey.

• Witaar Unveils Housing Numbers for June

  The month of June was a good one for the Woodstock Ingersoll Tillsonburg and Area Association of Realtors.

• Summer Safety Tips for Pet Owners

  You should never leave your pet in vehicle on a hot summer day.

• Last Call for City Beautiful Awards Nominations

  The nominations window will close after Sunday, July 12th.

• Proposed Speed Limit Adjustment for Oxford Road 28

  Oxford County Council will consider stretching the 60 km/hr speed limit just west of 31st Line.

• Tillsonburg Candidate Profile - Deb Gilvesy

  Deb Gilvesy is seeking a second term as the Mayor of Tillsonburg.

• Weapons Call Leads to a Charge in Delhi

  A Norfolk County resident is facing one charge after the OPP responded to a weapons call.

• EZT Candidate Profile - Angie Brenner

  Angie Brenner is making the race for East Zorra-Tavistock's Ward 2 seat a 2 person race.

• OPP Release Final Results of Canada Day Campaign

  OPP officers laid 19,133 traffic and marine charges across the province. Close to 70 of those incidents were in Oxford County.

• Hansen Announces Next Career Step

  Jeremy Hansen will transition from his full time role with the Canadian Space Agency this fall.