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Nearly half of all donation offers to the Woodstock Museum National Historic Site are declined, as the museum focuses on preserving items that reflect the community’s history.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Oxford County (BBBS Oxford) are grateful for the Oxford County community stepping up and making a difference by buying cookies.

A local hub for gamers and hobbyists marked a milestone this month as Arkain Hobbies and Games located at 11 King St W, downtown Ingersoll, celebrated its second anniversary on Dec. 1.

A moving vigil was held on Monday, Dec. 8, at Theatre Woodstock to mark the anniversary of the 1989 École Polytechnique mass shooting.

The City of Woodstock is advising residents to avoid touching wild birds and bird droppings after two Canada geese in Southside Park tested positive for avian influenza.

Oxford County Paramedic Services (OCPS) and partners have been awarded an Ontario Health System Quality and Innovation Award.

David Cripps wasn’t allowed to talk to the media as a vice-chair and trustee of the Thames Valley District School Board (TVDSB) – but the Ingersoll resident said nothing is holding him back now.

From escape rooms to party bookings, there’s no shortage of Christmas festivities to celebrate at the museum.

Woodstock residents experienced a stirring start to the Christmas season on Wednesday, Nov. 19, as the Hope Canadian Male Choir presented its ‘Glory to God in the Highest’ concert at Knox Presbyterian Church.

Fire Code charges following Bysham Street fire

Child severely injured after balcony fall

Police searching for suspect after fatal hit and run

Festive sweaters and holiday spirit were at an all time high in Ingersoll.

Over the years, I’ve loved travelling to different parts of the world, especially to places that aren’t known for tourism.

Four Oxford County businesses will be donating a portion of gift card sales to support The Learning Hive Academy and their students.

The Winchester Street Winter Carnival, held on Friday, Nov. 21 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Winchester Street Public School, brought the community together for an evening filled with festive excitement.

The Oxford Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Detachment is now equipped with body-worn cameras (BWC).

On Nov. 22, the Ingersoll Services for Seniors was fully dressed for the season as it welcomed the community to its annual Bells and Bows Bazaar. Continuing what has become a theme in Ingersoll these past few weeks, the event saw an impressive turnout.

The South Gate Centre hosted its annual Whimsical Winter Market on Saturday, Nov. 29, welcoming shoppers and supporters for a day devoted to local artisans and festive community spirit.

On Thursday, Nov. 20 at 6:45 p.m., the Ingersoll BIA hosted the annual Lighting of the Lights downtown, drawing an impressive crowd.