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Theatre Woodstock’s take on beloved musical Jesus Christ Superstar is already a smash hit – and it’s still in rehearsals.

Local families gathered at The Salvation Army Community Church and Ministries for a monthly event that mixes crafts, music and worship in a relaxed, family-friendly setting.

South Gate Centre was buzzing with excitement on Monday, Feb. 2, as Chilly Charlie, Woodstock’s beloved groundhog, delivered his annual weather prediction.

Maya Health Food Centre welcomed a full house on Friday, Jan. 30, as women from across the area gathered for an unforgettable Ladies Night filled with creativity, self-care, and connection.

The Oxford Auditorium in Woodstock was transformed into a lively disco-themed celebration on Feb. 6, as Handbags for Hospice welcomed guests back for an unforgettable night in support of VON Sakura House Hospice.

Rehearsals are officially underway for The Mighty Men of Zorra, the third installment in a series of plays highlighting notable local historical events.

les in the Woodstock Ingersoll and Tillsonburg Area Association of Realtors (WITAAR) area were down slightly in 2025, as were prices.

A heavy metallic note highlighted a stretch run in which Ingersoll DCI Blue Bombers goalie Charlotte Docherty got by with a fab four series of close calls, and a little help from her friends.

Junior girls volleyball can be a high-energy, high-octane sport. And that was just the coach.

Will Halward competing in the Thames Valley Regional Athletics Southeast division rather than the bright lights and big money of the National Collegiate Athletics Association meant his incentive package to return for a fifth year of high school basketball was comparatively modest.

The Woodstock Navy Vets are in the driver’s seat as they look to earn top spot in the Provincial Junior Hockey League’s Doherty Division.

The Town of Ingersoll has received a strong wave of positive feedback following the launch of its newest youth offering, Ninja Warrior Training.

Members of the Ingersoll community gathered on Feb. 3 at Dewan Park for the Pan-African Flag raising ceremony in recognition of Black History Month.

A spirit of unity filled Museum Square and the Oxford County Administration Building as community members and others gathered to raise the Pan-African flag in honour of Black History Month.

The Oxford County OPP is investigating a two-vehicle collision which resulted in a fatality on Road 92 in Zorra Township.

On Saturday, Feb. 7, the winter sun shone brightly as the Town of Ingersoll hosted its second annual Winter Fest, sponsored by the Lions Club.

The annual Rural Ontario Municipalities Association (ROMA) Conference was held last week in Toronto, and many area politicians attended the three-day event.

This winter has been the most volatile and dangerous for Oxford County and Wilmot Township motorists, leading to a record number of collisions. But, according to one member of the Oxford Ontario Provincial Police detachment, it doesn’t need to be that way.

Quebec man facing charges

Bringing new and gently used winter accessories to the Woodstock Public Library as part of their Warmest Hearts for the Coldest Nights Drive ensures residents can stay warm during the winter.