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Rescue mission underway in local town after girl falls through ice
A major rescue mission is underway northwest of Stratford after a girl fell through the ice Sunday morning. An unidentified 10-year-old girl fell through the ice on Whirl Creek in…
Local cannabis producer announces Australian partnership
News Local News A local cannabis producer will be moving ahead with a partnership involving an Australian-based company. photo file Photo by Getty Images A local cannabis producer will be…
Small increase in local COVID-19 hospitalizations
The Brant Community Healthcare System on Tuesday reported four COVID patients in hospital, with none in critical care. Three COVID patients were receiving care on Monday. Also on Tuesday, the…
‘Disgusting,’ ‘sick’ and ‘offensive’: Residents and First Nation officials appalled by local diner’s pro-Russia rant
News Local News The Leaky Tank is seen here on Saturday, Feb. 26, 2022 in Aamjiwnaang First Nation, Ont. Terry Bridge/Sarnia Observer/Postmedia Network Photo by Terry Bridge /Terry Bridge/The Observer…
Local Ukrainians fear for their homeland as Russia launches invasion
News Local News Russia, Putin show true colours, residents say Canadians of Ukrainian descent in Norfolk County spoke out Thursday against Russia’s invasion of their homeland. Gathered at Sacred Heart…
Public health’s vaccination strategy won’t change after mandates lift: Colby With the province planning on eliminating proof of COVID-19 vaccine requirements on March 1, Chatham-Kent’s medical officer of health has said the local health unit will continue with the same strategy to get more of the local population vaccinated.
Public health’s vaccination strategy won’t change after mandates lift: Colby With the province planning on eliminating proof of COVID-19 vaccine requirements on March 1, Chatham-Kent’s medical officer of health has…
A confusing moment in the background of the medal ceremony of Iivo Niskanen and Joni Mäki – a local man suddenly made contact and defied instructions
A rare defiance was seen in the medal ceremony of Iivo Niskanen and Joni Mäki. A hat must be raised for human curiosity, writes Roope Visuri, a journalist at Sports.…
Local COVID-19 hospitalizations remain low
Hospitalizations in Brantford-Brant due to COVID-19 remain low. The Brant Community Healthcare System on Wednesday reported 13 COVID patients in hospital, with two in critical care. That’s the same number…
New training equipment opens doors for local fire departments
News Local News West Perth and Perth East firefighters have recently begun training with two new pieces of equipment — a forced-entry door prop and a K12 cutting simulator —…
Toyota will treat local seniors to free chili lunch on Feb. 28
They say there’s no such thing as a free lunch, but there is one coming up at the Tillsonburg Senior Center and it’s a belated ‘Merry Christmas.’ The Tillsonburg Senior…