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Gemini junior girls enjoy back-to-back TVRA Southeast hoops victories
Winning is a habit the Tillsonburg Gemini junior girls’ basketball team could get used to.

Jeff Tribe
Oct 15


Van Leeuwen completes six world major marathons
When Jane Van Leeuwen started running later in life, never did she imagine the quest to complete the world’s six major marathons would take her half-way around the world.

Jeff Helsdon
Oct 15


Oxford Sportsmen’s Club holding event for youth
Oxford Sportsmen’s Club is aiming to encourage more young people to join the ranks of trap shooters.

Jeff Helsdon
Oct 15


Bakery café blossoms at Makkink’s Flower Farm
Makkink’s Flower Farm and Bakery Café has come a long way from its humble roots – a flower table near road.
Chris Abbott
Oct 15


A scary rundown of town’s Halloween events
What is likely the scariest collection of ghoulish, haunted events the town has ever seen is on tap for Halloween 2025.

Jeff Helsdon
Oct 15


New chamber CEO brings experience to position
The new CEO of the Tillsonburg District Chamber of Commerce brings valuable experience to the position.

Jeff Helsdon
Oct 15


Oxford MP’s attempt to fast track bail bill voted down
Oxford MP Arpan Khanna says people are dying on Canada’s streets while the government delays working on fixing the nation’s bail problems.

Jeff Helsdon
Oct 15


About 50 people turn out to hydro merger information sessions
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.

Jeff Helsdon
Oct 15


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

Jeff Helsdon
Oct 15


Author talks about “Breaking the Silence”
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.

Jeff Helsdon
Oct 8


Technology a big part in Andress’ new solo album
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.

Jeff Helsdon
Oct 8


Bridging the need for more card players
The Tillsonburg Bridge Club is looking for more card enthusiasts to join their ranks.

Jeff Helsdon
Oct 8


Thunder open the season with a tough win
What a first weekend for your Tillsonburg Thunder.
Mike Holly
Oct 8


Combining mathematics and horticulture in a positive volleyball equation
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.

Jeff Tribe
Oct 8


Norwich still looking for information on Accountability Act
The township will be sending out another request for additional information on the proposed Municipal Accountability Act.
Luke Edwards
Oct 8


Norwich request info on Oxford’s Partners for Climate Protection Program membership
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.
Luke Edwards
Oct 8


Masonry work the next step in bridge replacement
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.

Jeff Helsdon
Oct 8


Glendale crosses $100K mark for Terry Fox
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.

Jeff Helsdon
Oct 8


Moose Basin Vacations offers a unique experience
Catching a 40-plus-inch pike on the first night is a good indicator of a good fishing spot.

Jeff Helsdon
Oct 2


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

Jeff Helsdon
Oct 1
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