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LOCAL HEADLINES


Stratford manufacturer nets $1.5 million in federal funding
Just before trade tariffs were announced that stand to alter the economic landscape of the continent, the federal government was in town to

Connor Luczka
Mar 7, 2025


CN Rail objects to Krug redevelopment, files appeal with Ontario Land Tribunal
During a public meeting surrounding a huge redevelopment project at the former Krug factory lands, many residents expressed concern for what

Connor Luczka
Mar 7, 2025


Fincher’s will soon close its doors after 70 years
After serving the communities of Goderich and Kincardine for nearly seven decades, Fincher’s will soon close as Tom and Dawn Fincher are set
Kate Smith
Mar 6, 2025


Goderich surpasses fundraising goal for Coldest Night of the Year
With the cost of basic needs sky rocketing, United Way’s Coldest Night of the Year (CNOY) walking event raises funds to assist with initiati
Kate Smith
Mar 6, 2025


Harris hangs on to Kitchener-Conestoga seat; Conservatives win third straight majority
Mike Harris has won re-election as the Member of Provincial Parliament for the riding of Kitchener-Conestoga.

Lee Griffi
Mar 6, 2025


Hardeman easily captures Oxford in provincial election
Ernie Hardeman successfully kept Oxford blue in the 2025 provincial election, capturing 55 per cent of the vote.

Jeff Helsdon
Mar 6, 2025


Oxford County Council keeps garbage bag tag cost at two bucks
New motion on bag tags coming to council in weeks

Lee Griffi
Mar 5, 2025


Hardeman easily captures Oxford
Ernie Hardeman successfully kept Oxford blue in the 2025 provincial election, capturing 55 per cent of the vote.

Jeff Helsdon
Mar 5, 2025


Hospice presentation reinforces positivity on addressing end-of-life challenges
Rotary Hospice Stratford Perth recently educated the community on end-of-life preparations and addressed the uncomfortable conversations tha
Alex Hunt
Mar 5, 2025


Family, friends and community embrace Paris’ World War II Veteran during his 100th birthday celebration
There were 100 different reasons to celebrate on February 22nd as friends, family and fellow legion members gathered with Henry Foster.
Daksh Siwas
Mar 5, 2025


GrandBridge Energy gives Conestoga College Powerline Technician Program a lift; donates two vehicles
Members of the GrandBridge Energy Operations and Fleet teams visited the Conestoga College Ingersoll Skills Training Centre on February 19.
Contributed
Mar 5, 2025


Paris Legion granted noise bylaw exemption to play music on patio this summer
Branch 29 President Roy Haggart and legion members received news that they were granted an exemption to the noise bylaw.
Casandra Turnbull
Mar 5, 2025


Four SKC students win medals at provincial champs
The Stonetown Karate Centre (SKC) was well-represented at the Ontario Provincial Martial Arts Championships on Feb. 22 in Burlington.

Spencer Seymour
Mar 5, 2025


PRC condition assessment identifies as much as $2.8 million in capital projects over next decade
At the Feb. 25 St. Marys council meeting, councillors voted to have staff update the town’s existing 10-year capital plan.

Galen Simmons
Mar 5, 2025


Stonetown Heritage Festival to feature old favourites and new programming
The St. Marys Stonetown Heritage Festival has lots of activities in store this year, from beloved, historical tours to new musical acts.

Emily Stewart
Mar 5, 2025


St. Marys council backs committee recommendation to remove concrete structures as part of west quarry revitalization
At the Feb. 25 council meeting, councillors approved a recommendation by the town’s strategic priorities committee.

Galen Simmons
Mar 5, 2025


Stratford Fair Ambassador Represents Agricultural Society at OAAS Convention
It was an exciting weekend for Marshall MacCannell, the 50th fair ambassador of the Stratford and District Agricultural Society
Gary West
Mar 4, 2025


Rotary Hospice Stratford Perth underscores the life-changing impact of giving
After the successful February monthly giving campaign, Rotary Hospice Stratford Perth is hoping to continue the donation momentum.
Alex Hunt
Mar 4, 2025


Snow and ice pose risk to area rooves
This winter has been one unlike any seen in the last number of years due to large accumulations of snow and ice.
Gary West
Mar 4, 2025


Rae secures another decisive win, locking Perth-Wellington for PCs in Feb. 27 election
Matthew Rae will once again be heading to Queen’s Park as Perth-Wellington’s MPP.

Connor Luczka
Feb 27, 2025
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