United Way Oxford’s annual 12 Days of Giving event has returned. The event, which started on Dec. 1 and runs until Dec. 12, encourages community members to show their Local Love by sharing 12 ways to give back to Oxford County and directly support those in need.

Wellesley council has officially dug into the township’s 2026 draft budget, which was introduced at council’s first budget meeting Nov. 27 with a proposed levy increase of 4.99 per cent, inclusive of growth.

Santa Claus was easily the most popular visitor in Tavistock on Saturday as children lined up after the Men’s Club Santa Claus Parade for a chance to share their Christmas wishes.

Tavistock’s Santa Claus Parade on Saturday was another tremendous Men’s Club event, helped along by perfect weather and a fresh layer of snow from two days of wintery conditions.

This year’s Santa Claus parade in Tavistock came with an extra helping of community spirit as East Zorra-Tavistock (EZT) marked the 50th anniversary of amalgamation with a free barbecue for everyone along the route.

Six exceptional individuals pursuing careers and leadership roles in Ontario’s agriculture sector have been recognized by the Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA) with scholarship awards of $2,000 each.