LOCAL HEADLINES

Oxford County is hosting four in-person workshops and launching an online survey to gather feedback to help develop its new official plan (OP).

Tavistock and area residents had plenty to choose from on Saturday as several major community events drew large crowds throughout the day.

The 25th World Crokinole Championship drew players from around the world to the Tavistock and District Recreation Centre this past weekend, celebrating a quarter-century of competition, friendship and community.

With a municipal election less than five months away, Wilmot councillors opted against adding two new management positions to the township's organizational structure this year, instead referring both proposals to the 2027 budget process for consideration by the next term of council.

History and technology came together at Brocksden Country School Museum on June 6 as the museum partnered with the Stratford Public Library to present Old Meets New.

Former students and teachers gathered in New Hamburg recently to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Forest Glen Public School.

Many Canadians are familiar with Remembrance Day on Nov. 11, but fewer realize that Canada's original day of military remembrance was actually Decoration Day.

Generations of families gathered Sunday at historic St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, north of Shakespeare, for the church's annual anniversary and decoration service.

Area children had the opportunity to learn valuable farm-safety lessons during the annual Children's Farm Safety Day held Saturday at Lebold Dairy Farms west of Wellesley.

The Wilhelm name has been part of the history of North Easthope Township for generations, and recently one local farm family took a special step to ensure part of that heritage will continue for years to come.

Modern farm equipment has come a long way over the past several decades.

Members of the North Easthope Antique Tractor (NEAT) Club are known for their appreciation of vintage farm machinery, but for Frank Gollinger, that passion extends beyond tractors.

Members of the Main Street United Church Women (UCW) in Mitchell spent Saturday exploring some of Perth County's earliest history during a tour of the Fryfogel Tavern and Arboretum east of Shakespeare.

One of Ontario’s largest school boards remains under provincial control but has hired a leader to improve both finances and education.

More than 50 young cyclists took part in the annual Shakespeare Optimist Club Bike Rodeo on Saturday, learning valuable safety lessons while enjoying an afternoon of fun, prizes and a community barbecue.

Southwestern Public Health has concluded its multi-year Vital Perspectives series by highlighting a key issue affecting many people in the region – the health impact of household food insecurity.

As Wilmot Township's senior population continues to grow, the Wilmot Active Living Centre is helping older adults remain active, connected and engaged through a wide range of recreational, educational and social programs.

Wellesley Township council has approved in principle a new transportation and mobility master plan that will guide investments in roads, active transportation infrastructure and public-transit connections over the next 25 years.

Residents who contributed to the construction of the paved walking trail at Shakespeare Optimist Park can now see their names permanently recognized at the park entrance.

The Wellesley Agricultural Society and Wellesley Fall Fair committee continue to find new ways to bring the community together.