LOCAL HEADLINES

Concerns about changes to monthly electricity bills were the largest concern among the 50 people who attended the two open houses held about the possible merger between Tillsonburg Hydro Inc. (THI) and ERTH Power.

A birthday bash is planned to celebrate the 200th anniversary of Tillsonburg’s founding on Oct. 18.

A Canadian military author will be speaking on his experiences with getting veterans to speak of their combat experiences – a topic the majority don’t ever discuss.

Technology played a unique role in the production of Ben Andress’ new album with the musicians all supplying their tracks for the same songs remotely.

The Tillsonburg Bridge Club is looking for more card enthusiasts to join their ranks.

What a first weekend for your Tillsonburg Thunder.

Krista Ferguson’s mathematical background allowed her to correctly assess the numbers from her Tillsonburg Gemini Thames Valley Regional Athletics senior boys’ volleyball 25-15, 25-17, 25-21 loss to the homecourt Woodstock St. Mary’s Warriors Tuesday, Sept. 30.

The township will be sending out another request for additional information on the proposed Municipal Accountability Act.

Calling it a push for transparency, Norwich councillors are requesting a wide range of information on progress made and dollars spent by Oxford County combatting climate change.

With the deck from the former Kinsmen bridge over Participark gone, crews have been concentrating on repairs to the masonry piers that will support the new bridge.

Glendale High School just passed a huge milestone in regard to the funds it has raised for the Terry Fox Run. The funds from this year’s students brought the school’s total raised over the $100,000 threshold.

Catching a 40-plus-inch pike on the first night is a good indicator of a good fishing spot.

Tillsonburg’s Business Improvement Association is on the hook to address an historical shortfall in funding for the Facade Improvement Program.

Demonstrating courage and an unwavering dedication to their community, our volunteer firefighters are always ready to respond to emergency situations.

Women have become an increasing presence in Canadian fire services. There are currently three female volunteer firefighters with Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue Services, but more and more women are showing interest in the profession and attending recruitment information sessions.

Charge into fire safety: Lithium batteries in your home is the theme of this year’s fire prevention week.

Many a child has dreamed of being a firefighter, and happily donned the plastic firefighter hats during fire education programs. The fire department’s open house is an opportunity to take that dream one step further.

The final score was what one might expect when a developing team opened its Thames Valley Regional Athletics South-East senior girls’ basketball season against one of the league’s anticipated powers.

With the reports from two separate complaints to the Town of Tillsonburg’s integrity commissioner being released at the Sept. 22 meeting, it was the first time this process occurred in Tillsonburg.

A representative of a new citizens’ group called on council to do more to address the homelessness problem in Tillsonburg.