

AI and municipal elections in Ontario
The emergence of Artificial Intelligence in literally every facet of life is upon us amid warnings of how powerful the technology could become. Now, there are warnings AI has landed in municipal election campaigns.

Lee Griffi
6 days ago


Yantzi’s celebrates 75 years in Tavistock
For 75 years, Tavistock families have turned to Yantzi’s Home Building Centre for the materials, advice and service needed to build their homes, farms and businesses.

Amanda Nelson
6 days ago


The Next Generation of Local Beef Producers
Brothers Connor and Owen Hachborn have established a beef herd near Amulree that would be the envy of most farmers.

Gary West
6 days ago


Wilmot Junior Gardners recognised for their love of nature
Garden Wilmot youth were recognized at an awards night at the Wilmot Recreation Complex on Sept. 15 for their participation in the 2026 Junior Gardens program.

Amanda Nelson
6 days ago


Through a Different Lens: Wayne Richardson Turns Everyday Images into Art
For New Hamburg’s Wayne Richardson, photography has been a part of his life for as long as he can remember.
Diane Danen
6 days ago


Gaudun Gies running for Ward 3: ‘For farmland. For families. For our future’
Tammy Gaudun Gies is running for Ward 3 in Wilmot Township because, she says, she is concerned about recent discussions on land acquisition and the threat of an AI Data Centre.

Amanda Nelson
6 days ago


Lantz running for Wilmot Council Ward 2
With a background in politics and farming, Lucy Lantz brings a range of experience as she runs for Wilmot Council, representing Ward 2.

Amanda Nelson
6 days ago


CMHA offering education and support for municipal election candidates
The Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) is offering municipal election candidates in Ontario education when it comes to mental health, addictions and homelessness.

Lee Griffi
6 days ago


Local non-profit group releases Wilmot Township candidate survey on water issues
Citizens for Safe Ground Water (CSGW) wants to make sure groundwater protection and well interference are election topics on Oct. 26 in Wilmot Township.

Lee Griffi
6 days ago


PJHL roundup: Braves remain undefeated while Applejacks split and Firebirds win only weekend game
The perfect start to the 2026-27 Provincial Junior Hockey League (PJHL) season continues for Tavistock, but they aren’t alone – a total of eight teams have yet to lose, including the defending Schmaltz Cup champions, the Fergus Whalers.

Lee Griffi
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