Homegrown Hideaway, a charming glamping and event venue nestled just outside Port Dover, is celebrating its fifth anniversary with the launch of its very first Folk Fest-a day-long celebration of music, nature, and community happening on July 12. Founded and operated by Norfolk County local Caroline Jager, Homegrown Hi...

Engines will roar into Courtland this weekend as Gopher Dunes hosts the Triple Crown Pro National Series-the premier off-road motorcycle racing series in Canada. Gopher Dunes Marketing Coordinator Jaden Savoy says this is a highly anticipated stop on the Pro circuit, putting the county in the national spotlight for mot...

Brantford Police have released more details about the July 1 arrest that triggered a Special Investigations Unit probe. Officers responded to reports of a man with a knife at a gas station on Henry Street and say the suspect refused to comply. A 41-year-old Brantford man was arrested and charged with possession of a we...

Ontario is investing $125 million to expand orthopedic surgeries through community surgical centres. The province hopes to add up to 20,000 additional hip and knee replacements over the next two years. Health Minister Sylvia Jones says the expansion is aimed at reducing long surgery wait times. Applications for new sur...

The Oxford OPP say they continue to be thankful to residents who pick up the phone and call in suspected impaired drivers. At 1 a.m. on July 2nd, they received such a call in Tillsonburg, and say when they investigated, the 21-year-old behind the wheel was impaired. The Eden resident is facing several charges including...

West Haldimand General Hospital in Hagersville is the first in the region to pilot EmergConnect, a digital triage tool for emergency patients. Visitors to the Emergency Department can now check in using a smartphone or hospital tablet to report symptoms and severity. The information goes directly to care teams, allowin...

A Richmond Hill man has been charged with assault with a weapon following an incident at Toronto Motorsports Park in Cayuga. The incident happened on Saturday night, and one individual was taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. The 34-year-old was taken into custody by Haldimand OPP.

The time is almost here. The Monster Madness Tour and FMX World Tour are taking over the fairgrounds this weekend. This ticketed event is a bigger edition to what is normally put on at the Norfolk County Fair and Horse Show. What to Expect Feel the roar as 10,000-pound monster trucks tear up the arena in a high-energy ...

Here's what's going on in Norfolk County over the next 48 hours. STUFF TO DO: Today: Board Game Nite - Library Simcoe Branch, 6:00 - 9:00 PM Drop in and play board games with the Norfolk Game Group! Free for all ages (adults and supervised kids), with games for every interest and skill level! Today: Have you registered...

The Norfolk OPP are lacing up for a historic soccer match against international farm workers this Sunday in Simcoe. The match is part of a Community Day event running from 2 to 7 p.m. at 660 West Street at the soccer fields.

Fifty years ago, WINTARIO kicked off Ontario's love of lottery games with a live televised draw on May 15, 1975. Hosted by Fred Davis and Faye Dance, the show quickly became a province-wide hit. Travelling to communities across Ontario, WINTARIO brought excitement, gave away cash prizes, and helped fund over 33,000 pro...

The Grand Erie District School Board has approved a balanced $425-million operating budget and a $21.9-million capital budget for the 2025-26 school year. Passed on June 23, the budget focuses on long-term sustainability, with 93% of new staffing funds going directly into classrooms. Key staffing investments include ne...

The province's Special Investigations Unit is investigating after Brantford Police discharged an Anti-Riot Weapon ENfield, or ARWEN, during the arrest of a 41-year-old man. It happened on July 1, when police responded to reports of a man threatening people with a knife at a gas station on Henry Street. The man was stru...

My Broadcasting Corporation (MBC), parent company of 98.9 myFM and Oldies 99.7 is pleased to announce the sale of CKOT-FM and CJDL-FM in Tillsonburg has been approved by the CRTC. With just a few more details to work out, it shouldn't be long until the stations are run by MBC. President Jon Pole says both signals will ...

A Simcoe woman has been charged following a drug trafficking investigation by the OPP's Community Street Crime Unit. Police arrested the 38-year-old on Masons Lane in Simcoe on June 18. They seized suspected cocaine, meth, and related drug paraphernalia. She is scheduled to appear in court July 22 in Simcoe.

A proposal to sell a portion of Old Church Street in Lynedoch has sparked public opposition ahead of a potential land transfer. The family, currently building a single-family home, seeks to purchase the land to meet a 6.0-metre setback requirement due to their garage's current location. Neighbours argue that the area, ...

Norfolk OPP are looking for a suspect connected to a stolen ATV and two break-and-enters near Road 28 in Houghton. Police say the man arrived on a stolen ATV from La Salette, then abandoned it and fled on foot The next day, two break-ins were reported nearby, believed to be linked to the same individual. Anyone with in...

Big crowds flocked down to Port Dover for Canada Day celebrations. Floats and vehicles rolled through town for the annual parade. While the weather looked iffy, the rain held off. Check out the photos we took, and a portion of the parade on video, here.

On Canada Day, Dan Johnson set off on an incredible journey in honour of his late son. You can follow him on his journey here: Home | Live Like Luke. Donate here: Donate - Norfolk Haldimand Community Hospice

Grand Erie Public Health (GEPH) has confirmed that a bat found in the Brantford-Brant area has tested positive for the rabies virus. The individual who was exposed to the bat is currently receiving post-exposure rabies prophylaxis, which includes a series of vaccinations and immune globulin treatment. While the risk of...

A new affordable housing proposal is moving forward in Delhi, with a statutory public hearing set for Thursday. The hearing will review plans for a three-storey apartment complex at the intersection of Gibralter Street and Ewell Street. The proposed development comes from the Haldimand-Norfolk Housing Corporation. The ...

Canada Day is tomorrow (Tuesday) and you'll likely hear lots of fireworks. Fire Prevention Officer Cory Armstrong-Smith is reminding everyone of where you can and cannot launch fireworks. Fireworks must be discharged by 11 p.m. If you get a dud, do not try to relight it. You are to put it into a bucket of water for at ...

The Long Point Basin Land Trust (LPBLT) is celebrating a $106,300 Resilient Communities Fund grant from the Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF), which is helping the organization expand its popular Explore the Outdoors program and connect with more people across the region. The grant has strengthened LPBLT's outreach, fu...

Canada Day is coming up fast, and the Port Dover Lions Club is making sure every 't' is crossed and every 'i' dotted for an unforgettable celebration. Alan Strang spoke with us about what it means for Port Dover to be Norfolk's go-to spot for July 1st celebrations. This year's button features the gazebo in Powell Park....

Here's what's going on in Norfolk County over the next 48 hours. STUFF TO DO: Today: Walking Scrabble at Norfolk County Public Library - Simcoe Branch, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Fun, fitness, and friends: stay active while having fun! Walking Scrabble combines the classic boardgame with gentle, indoor exercise. It's perfect fo...

Haldimand County Mayor Shelley Ann Bentley has exercised strong mayor powers to initiate a leadership change. Effective June 27, Cathy Case is no longer serving as Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), as confirmed under section 284.6 (2) of the Municipal Act. The County has not named an interim CAO. Instead, senior mana...

U.S. President Donald Trump has announced an immediate end to all trade discussions with Canada, citing the federal government's new digital services tax (DST) on large American tech firms. Trump made the declaration Friday via a post on his Truth Social platform. He accused Canada of imposing an "egregious" ...

The Long Point Basin Land Trust (LPBLT) has officially opened a new self-guided arboretum trail at Spring Arbour Farm Nature Reserve near Langton, Ontario. This new trail invites visitors to explore 13 native tree species, each accompanied by educational signage that explains their ecological importance within the Caro...

Canada saw a decline in opioid-related deaths in 2024, but public health officials warn the country remains in the grip of a deadly crisis-with Ontario among the provinces still heavily impacted. According to new national data released Wednesday by Canada's chief medical officers of health, coroners, and medical examin...

A $1 billion federal loan to BC Ferries to purchase four new electric ships from a Chinese shipyard is drawing harsh criticism from Haldimand-Norfolk MP Leslyn Lewis, who is calling the move another example of misplaced Liberal government priorities. The loan, announced by the federal Crown corporation Canada Infrastru...

Ontario's universities are about to receive funding to help develop more teachers. Minister of colleges, universities, research excellence and security Nolan Quinn announced that the province is making an investment in Bachelor of Education programs that will help train an additional 2,600 teachers by 2027. He made the...

To help celebrate Canada Day, the Ontario government is inviting everyone to enjoy free fishing from June 28 to July 6. During this special week, all Canadian residents can fish anywhere in Ontario without needing a fishing licence. This is a great time for families and friends to get outside, spend time together, and ...

The Long Point Region Conservation Authority is reminding campers that nightly spots are available this Canada Day weekend at Backus Heritage Conservation Area and Haldimand Conservation Area. Seasonal sites are also available across all five LPRCA parks. At Backus, the Conservation Education Centre has reopened after ...

Grand Erie Public Health is welcoming Dr. Jason Malenfant as its new medical officer of health, starting July 10th. An expert in epidemiology and preventive medicine, he has worked across global health, clinical care, and emergency response. Dr. Malenfant brings a deep commitment to equity and experience addressing hea...

It's hot outside - but can you imagine wearing a fur coat? While the official Heat Warning has ended, summer is just getting started, and temperatures are only rising. We spoke with Cathie Hosken, President of the Simcoe and District Humane Society, about how to care for pets and strays during this time. Hosken reminds...

Here's what's going on in Norfolk County over the next 48 hours. STUFF TO DO: Tomorrow: FREE OPEN JAM! at the Wagner Memorial Teeterville Legion Branch 526 (3890 Teeterville Road, Teeterville). Saturday, Jun 28, 1:00 - 10:00 PM Everyone is welcome to bring an instrument or just come out and listen to the music. For mor...

The Haldimand OPP is reminding residents to lock their vehicles following overnight thefts from unlocked cars in Caledonia. On Sunday, June 21, police responded to multiple theft complaints on River Road. Investigators found that at least two unlocked vehicles parked at their owners' homes were entered, and identificat...

Grand Erie District School Board has announced the winners of the 2025 Patti McCleister Memorial Award, an annual recognition given to staff who embody the legacy of its namesake - an educator remembered for her leadership, kindness, and deep commitment to learning. This year, Colleen Bator, a geography teacher at Delh...

Councillor Kim Huffman brought a motion to the floor on Tuesday, asking her fellow councillors to stand with other municipalities across Ontario in opposing Bill 5, a controversial piece of legislation introduced by the provincial government. The proposed bill has been a lightning rod for criticism due to its sweeping ...

Haldimand & Norfolk Women's Services has been awarded a $10,000 Resilient Communities Fund grant from the Ontario Trillium Foundation, a pivotal investment that will enable the agency to chart its future and continue providing critical services for women, children, and families impacted by gender-based violence. On...

The Grand Erie District School Board is making history this fall with the launch of the first artificial intelligence micro‑credential in Ontario's public education sector. Developed in partnership with Conestoga College Institute of Technology & Advanced Learning, this new 10‑hour online, asynchronous program ...

Church Out Serving is offering a new day time program for those in the community experiencing homelessness. Mondays, Tuesdays, and Saturdays from 8:30 a.m. until noon they are running a pilot project to help get people out of the heat. There will also be snacks and lunch available along this clothing, showers, TV, game...

Here's what's going on in Norfolk County over the next 48 hours. STUFF TO DO: Today: Screening of the documentary - "Why Can't We Talk About This?" at the Greti Theatre in Ohsweken at 7 p.m. This screening is in partnership with Life Sustainers, a wellness store in Six Nations. Today: Board Game Nite - Librar...

The Simcoe & District Chamber of Commerce is set to play a pivotal role at this year's Ontario Bar Association (OBA) Conference. According to Executive Director Karen Matthews, it all started with a call that came in just last week. The OBA Conference, scheduled for this Thursday, aims to attract lawyers to rural a...

Ontario Provincial Police are investigating a two-vehicle crash that seriously injured two men on Highway 6 between Second Line and Third Line. The collision happened around 9:45 p.m. yesterday (June 24). Emergency crews arrived quickly and transported a 28-year-old male and a 37-year-old male to hospital with serious ...

Here's what's going on in Norfolk County over the next 48 hours. STUFF TO DO: Tomorrow: Board Game Nite - Library Simcoe Branch - Thursdays from 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM - Drop in and play board games with the Norfolk Game Group! Free for all ages (adults and supervised kids), with games for every interest and skill level! To...

Haldimand & Norfolk Women's Services (HNWS) will host its Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Wednesday, June 25, at 6:00 p.m. at Riversyde 83, located at 83 Sydenham Street in Simcoe. The event will highlight recent achievements and celebrate a new Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF) grant that will support the developm...

Grand Erie Public Health has issued an Extended Heat Warning for the region, as temperatures climb and humid conditions intensify. An Extended Heat Warning is announced when daytime temperatures are expected to reach at least 31 degrees Celsius and nighttime temperatures remain above 20 degrees Celsius for three or...

The Port Dover area is under a mandatory community‑wide watering ban following a sustained period of higher‑than‑average temperatures. The ban was issued on June 24th after the Port Dover water treatment facility was placed under significant strain due to rising temperatures and increased demand for water. Norfol...

The independent documentary "Why Can't We Talk About This?" continues to break barriers and spark conversation across Canada and beyond, as Norfolk County filmmaker Dean Rainey pushes forward with screenings despite resistance from some venues. We spoke to Rainey previously, about his film that tells the stor...