Norfolk General Hospital has its roots in the community. In 1915, James Allgeo of Simcoe bequeathed his estate of $11,212 to the Town of Simcoe for “the purpose of establishing a public hospital in Simcoe.”

Norfolk General Hospital is marking its 100th anniversary milestone year with several community events.

Marc Vanden Bussche of Vanden Bussche Irrigation, presenting sponsor at the 2nd Annual Heart of Healthcare Gala, identified many of them at the May 3rd gala fundraiser.

Mike Christiaens started his U-Fill Water Center company in 2007, and in January 2025 he expanded into Simcoe with a new, always-open, self-serve store.

Walsh told supporters gathered at his Simcoe campaign office on election night he was filled with pride, gratitude and optimism for his H-N team and what they were able to accomplish together.

Lewis was elected to her second term on Monday, April 28, comfortably beating out Simcoe schoolteacher and Liberal candidate Colin Walsh.