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A pilgrimage of tears: Local minister recaps experiences visiting war battle sites
If the hundreds of wartime graves didn’t make a large enough impression on local minister Paul Robinson, the stories of the soldiers who sacrificed their lives left an impression he will never forget.

Jeff Helsdon
Nov 5, 2025


Banner program promotes honouring and recognizing our veterans
The names and faces proudly portrayed on banners along Quarter Town Line (Veteran’s Parkway) invite questions about service and sacrifice.

Robin Krafft
Nov 5, 2025


Canadian war hero recognized on Tillsonburg banners
Amongst the veterans recognized on banners lining Quarter Town Line is a Canadian war hero.

Jeff Helsdon
Nov 5, 2025


Station exhibit features pottery, quilts
Erica Preston-French’s exhibit at the Station Arts Centre is a combination of stunning pottery and intricate quilts.

Jeff Helsdon
Nov 5, 2025


Confusion results from reports on boundary adjustment
A potential boundary adjustment that would bring the Norfolk Mall within the Town of Tillsonburg limits has resulted in some confusion in the media.

Jeff Helsdon
Nov 5, 2025


Tillsonburg Rotary Club celebrates 75th anniversary
Members and past members of the Tillsonburg Rotary Club came from near and far to celebrate the club's 75th anniversary since its establishment in Tillsonburg.

Jeff Helsdon
Nov 5, 2025


Several activities planned for Remembrance Day
Outside of the ceremony on Remembrance Day, there are several options for those wishing to further their act of remembrance.

Jeff Helsdon
Nov 5, 2025


Sock collection initiative to assist homeless
Tillsonburg resident Tamara Bull is looking to collect 519 pairs of socks as part of an initiative to assist area homeless people.

Jeff Helsdon
Oct 29, 2025


The story behind downtown Tillsonburg’s new mural
While Tillsonburg’s new mural may look like one work of art, it’s actually about 2,000 smaller works assembled into one.

Jeff Helsdon
Oct 29, 2025


Oxford MP sees shortfall in government bail bill
Oxford MP Arpan Khanna was glad to see the government introduce legislation to tackle shortfalls in the country’s bail system, but said it could do more.

Jeff Helsdon
Oct 29, 2025


Gemini seniors down London’s Clarke Road in last week’s gridiron rematch
The Tillsonburg Gemini senior boys’ football team scored a convincing 28-13 Thames Valley Regional Athletic Association (TVRA) senior boys’ football playoff victory during a rematch with the London Clarke Road Trojans, played out Thursday, Oct. 23 at London’s City Wide #1 Field.

Jeff Tribe
Oct 29, 2025


Battery energy storage project planned for Tillsonburg
A battery energy storage facility is in the early planning stages for the Town of Tillsonburg.

Jeff Helsdon
Oct 29, 2025


Proposed Sandy Court sidewalks to be cancelled
It was one win and one loss for residents of Sandy Court at the Oct. 14 meeting of council.

Jeff Helsdon
Oct 29, 2025


Residents speak against proposed Earle Street development
Apartment building proposed for town-owned land on Earle Street.

Jeff Helsdon
Oct 29, 2025


Veteran’s crosswalk to be installed before Remembrance Day
If everything goes according to plan, Broadway will have a veteran’s crosswalk in place prior to Remembrance Day.

Jeff Helsdon
Oct 29, 2025


Seventy years of service, visibility and advocacy
Community Living Tillsonburg held an event at the Tillsonburg Town Centre on Oct. 16, displaying highlights in celebration of 70 years in the community.

Robin Krafft
Oct 29, 2025


General Motors shuttering production in Ingersoll
General Motors is ending the BrightDrop delivery van production at its CAMI plant in Ingersoll.
Employees found out on Oct. 21 via a letter signed by GM Canada’s managing director, Kristian Aquilina, and plant director Bill Harkness.

Lee Griffi
Oct 29, 2025


Tillsonburg leads county in predicted growth percentage
A study on growth analysis shows Tillsonburg leading the county in predicted population growth percentage over the next 40 years.

Jeff Helsdon
Oct 29, 2025


Development at 155 Wilson back on the table
An undeveloped Wilson Avenue property with a history of causing controversy appears to again be back in consideration for a townhouse complex.

Jeff Helsdon
Oct 29, 2025


Job fair draws 245 people
There were mixed signs in indicators of the local job market.

Jeff Helsdon
Oct 22, 2025
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