The Norfolk County Agricultural Society has announced the headline concerts for this year's Norfolk County Fair & Horse Show, set to take place October 7-13, at the fairgrounds in Simcoe. The annual event, which draws more than 100,000 visitors, will once again feature major live performances alongside agricultural...

Norfolk County is taking steps to regulate the use of artificial intelligence in local government, with council directing staff to begin drafting a policy that will guide how the fast-changing technology is used across county operations. The move comes as municipalities across Ontario grapple with how to embrace innova...

A Simcoe resident is facing multiple charges after police raided an illicit cannabis operation on McDowell Road East. Haldimand-Norfolk OPP and partner units executed a search warrant September 3, seizing cannabis products, equipment, stolen trailers, and cash. The forty-seven-year-old man of Norfolk County faces sever...

Home care nurses across Ontario are calling for pay equity, saying they deserve the same wages as their hospital-based colleagues as bargaining begins on a new contract. The Ontario Nurses' Association, which represents about 230 nurses working in home care with the Victorian Order of Nurses, argues that the wage gap h...

As students across Haldimand-Norfolk return to school, MPP Bobbi Ann Brady is highlighting the importance of STEM-Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math-in shaping Ontario's future workforce. Brady praised the Grand Erie District School Board's Innovation Hub, launched in November 2024, for its hands-on approach to...

The Terry Fox Run will once again bring the community together in Simcoe on Sunday, September 14, marking the 45th anniversary of Terry Fox's Marathon of Hope. This year's event takes place at Simcoe Lions Ballpark (75 Davis Street East), starting with registration at 10 a.m. Opening ceremonies begin around 10:30 a.m.,...

The question of whether to loosen boating restrictions at Port Dover beach will be back before Norfolk County Council this week, following months of public consultation and a divisive debate over safety and access. A public survey conducted between April and May drew 364 participants, with respondents asked whether the...

Premier Doug Ford says he'll bring forward new legislation this fall in honour of Andrew Cristillo, a father of three killed in a crash involving an alleged dangerous driver. Ford met with Cristillo's family Friday and pledged to support "Andrew's Law," which includes lifetime driving bans for the most seriou...

Simcoe resident Jean Montgomery has been honoured with the Sovereign's Medal for Volunteers. For more than 30 years, she has supported youth in the Norfolk Youth Basketball Association, helping athletes build confidence and sportsmanship. Her efforts also extend to early childhood education, youth rehabilitation, and m...

Norfolk County Council is set to debate how much its next term of elected officials will be paid, with several options on the table that could significantly change salaries for the mayor and councillors. Currently, Norfolk's mayor earns $95,933 while councillors earn $42,054, compensation levels that staff note are low...

The boil water advisory for White Oaks Village in Hagersville and the Nanticoke Business Park was officially lifted over the weekend. Grand Erie Public Health says water quality testing confirms the system now meets all provincial safety standards. The advisory was issued September 4 and lifted two days later by the Ac...

Young business minds across Norfolk County are getting the chance to turn their ideas into reality through a new program at Art With Heart Studio. The studio has launched a series of Kids Entrepreneurial Skills workshops, made possible through a Community Economic Development Grant from Venture Norfolk. We spoke with E...

Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are investigating a third case of "swatting" in Haldimand County this week, raising new concerns about public safety and wasted emergency resources. On September 4, 2025, at approximately 8:20 p.m., officers responded to a reported family dispute at a residence on Haldimand Roa...

Norfolk County has acknowledged concerns from residents regarding unusually low water levels at the Waterford Ponds. In partnership with the Long Point Region Conservation Authority, officials say they are actively investigating the matter, which involves multiple property owners and interconnected water systems. The c...

The temperatures are starting to drop since the heat wave we had this summer. However the Ontario SPCA is reminding us we are not out of the clear when leaving pets inside of vehicles. Here's Katelyn Stojadinov She says locally there have been no reports of any serious situations to have to rescue pets from hot cars wh...

A local business owner and firefighter are being recognized for their lifesaving efforts following a serious collision near Port Dover in June 2024. When a motorcyclist became trapped under a pickup truck, Henry Eising, owner of Eising's Garden Centre, used a forklift to lift the vehicle while a firefighter built cribb...

Norfolk OPP are investigating after suspects tried to steal a pickup truck. The attempted theft took place on Thompson Road East in Waterford. The incident occurred overnight between September 1 and 2, leaving the truck damaged. While the vehicle wasn't stolen, police are asking anyone with information to come forward.

The Norfolk County Fair & Horse Show is set to return October 7-13, marking its 185th year as one of Ontario's largest and longest-running agricultural events. Advance tickets are now officially available online at norfolkcountyfair.com and at all Roulston's Pharmacy locations across Norfolk County. Fairgoers can t...

Here's what's going on in Norfolk County over the next 48 hours. Today: CLOTHING GIVEAWAY at St. James United Church, 150 Colborne St. S. Simcoe Friday September 5th, 6-8PM and Saturday September 6th, 8:30-11:00AM Tomorrow: Fish and Chips at the Army Navy Air Force Club from 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM Tomorrow: Delhi Legion Kar...

Dan and Suzanne Avey are celebrating a major milestone this weekend - their one-year anniversary with Kingfisher Cafe. It was September of 2024 that the coffee shop reopened, revamped, and run by the family. For more updates and behind-the-scenes peeks, follow Kingfisher Cafe on social media or visit their website.

Grand Erie Public Health (GEPH) has issued a boil water advisory for residents and businesses in White Oaks Village in Hagersville and the Nanticoke Business Park effective Thursday, September 4, until further notice. The advisory was issued after routine testing detected the presence of bacteria in local water samples...

Residents can now register for Norfolk County's fall Household Hazardous Waste drop-off events, providing a safe way to dispose of harmful materials. Collection days will be held in Simcoe on October 4 and Langton on October 25, with appointment slots available online. Accepted items include batteries, propane tanks, p...

Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre is calling on the federal government to scrap the Temporary Foreign Worker Program, claiming it has shut young Canadians out of the job market. Poilievre argued the program allows corporations to hire low-wage labour instead of local workers, pointing to companies like Tim Hortons a...

A Norfolk County man is facing multiple charges after an assault investigation in Delhi on Sunday evening. On August 31, the Norfolk OPP responded to a report of an assault at a property on Talbot Road. Police determined that two individuals were involved in an altercation, during which one assaulted the other. Minor i...

Ontario's hospital nurses have been awarded a 5.25 per cent pay increase over two years following arbitration, affecting about 60,000 workers. The Ontario Nurses' Association (ONA) says the award is disappointing because it does not include minimum staffing ratios, which the union argued were essential for patient and ...

Police are investigating two incidents of "swatting" in Haldimand County after false emergency calls led to major responses this week. On September 2nd, OPP were called to Haldimand Road 53 near Jarvis after a caller reported a bomb threat, and the following day a local school was forced into lockdown due to ...

Norfolk County will begin its routine fall watermain flushing program next week. It starts in Waterford before moving through Simcoe, Port Rowan, Delhi/Courtland, and Port Dover in the weeks ahead. The controlled flushing process clears sediment from water mains and helps maintain water quality. During flushing, reside...

Here's what's going on in Norfolk County over the next 48 hours. Today: Board Game Nite at Norfolk County Public Library - Simcoe Branch, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM (EDT) Join us for a fun, free evening of board gaming! Tomorrow: CLOTHING GIVEAWAY at St. James United Church, 150 Colborne St. S. Simcoe Friday September 5th, 6-8P...

The Norfolk County Agricultural Hall of Fame has announced its 2025 inductees, honouring the 38 branches of the Women's Institute (WI), past and present, that have shaped rural life in the region for more than a century. Inductees are selected based on demonstrated achievements, innovations, and benefits to agriculture...

The Norfolk OPP have charged four people in connection with separate intimate partner violence investigations between August 29 and 31. Police responded to four incidents in the county, each involving assaults between individuals in domestic relationships. The accused, ranging in age from 32 to 56, face charges includi...

Ontario is eliminating barriers that have limited workers in regulated professions from moving freely between provinces. The provincial government announced Monday that it has signed 10 agreements with other provinces and territories to make it easier for skilled professionals to work in Ontario. The changes apply to m...

The Ontario Medical Association (OMA) is sounding the alarm on a range of health and safety issues facing students as they return to school. Doctors say the upcoming school year brings new risks, including the spread of measles, rising addiction trends, and an increase in emergency department visits linked to e-scooter...

Premier Doug Ford blasted spirits maker Diageo for its decision to close the Crown Royal bottling plant in Amherstburg. The move, expected early next year, will cut about 200 jobs as operations shift to the U.S. In protest, Ford dumped a bottle of Crown Royal at a press conference, calling the company "dumb as a b...

Norfolk County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are reminding residents to stay vigilant after a local resident was defrauded by an online job scam on September 1, 2025. Police say the victim responded to a fraudulent employment advertisement that promised easy money through online work. During the process, the suspects...

Your Money, Your Community featuring Michael Brewitt of Norfolk's Brewitt Financial. Building a strong financial future can feel overwhelming, but Brewitt Financial wants residents of Norfolk County to know they don't have to face it alone. Owner Michael Brewitt says creating a financial plan is like mapping out a road...

Here's what's going on in Norfolk County over the next 48 hours. Today: PFLAG - Norfolk County Meeting at the Norfolk County Public Library - Simcoe Branch from 6:30 - 8:30 PM Provides education, advocacy, and support for people who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, two-spirit, queer or questioning, and ...

Turkey Point residents gathered this past Sunday (Aug31), under a beautiful sunny sky to celebrate the official ribbon cutting of their brand-new pickleball courts. A large crowd filled the park, marking the end of a year-long effort by the Turkey Point Pickleball Committee. Committee member Doug Johnson explained the ...

The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged four motorists in separate impaired driving incidents across Norfolk County over the long weekend. On Friday, August 29, officers stopped a vehicle on Norfolk Street North in Simcoe. After testing, a 28-year-old from Norfolk County was charged with impaired operation, fo...

MPP Bobbi Ann Brady says she will keep fighting a proposed Minister's Zoning Order (MZO) that would enable Empire Communities to build 15,000 homes at Nanticoke Industrial Park. Brady says thousands of residents in Haldimand and Norfolk oppose the project and want the site focused on industry, including a potential ene...

The new school year is here and many parents remember their own school struggles-from tough teachers to social pressures. While trying to help their children adjust, they may not notice their own anxiety. Psychologist Dr. Christine Korol says there are clear signs beyond simple worrying. By staying calm and supporting ...

Norfolk General Hospital (NGH) has announced the election of Peter Krause as Chair of its Board of Directors for a two-year term. A long-time board member since 2018, Krause brings more than four decades of leadership experience in healthcare, education, and community service. Krause's background spans public service, ...

Residents of Ohsweken Six Nations First Nation were urged to shelter in place on Saturday morning after reports of a potentially armed and dangerous suspect in the area of Onondaga Road and Sixth Line. The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), working with the Six Nations Police Service, issued the advisory at 7:35 a.m. Pol...

Here's what's going on in Norfolk County over the next 48 hours. Today: Welcome back to school students and teachers! Watch for buses and crossing guards this week. What's Good Norfolk? School buses will be hitting the roads soon - remember when you see a stop sign - STOP! | NorfolkToday.ca Tomorrow: Waterford Legion R...

A new community event, Papa's Hope for PanCan Awareness and Fundraiser, is set to shine a spotlight on pancreatic cancer while honouring the memory of a beloved local entertainer. Organizer Cindy Martin and her daughter, Nicole Breadner, launched the event after losing their husband and father, David Martin, to pancrea...

Our team at My Broadcasting Corporation hopes you have an amazing Labour Day holiday. Please note that our News Department is off on Monday, September 1st. Coverage will however be provided in the event of breaking news that impacts the community. Both 98.9 myFM and Oldies 99.7 will be returning to regular coverage and...

Luigi Colangelo of Waterford is celebrating after winning "Ontario's jackpot" - a total of $2,512,670.80 in the June 21, 2025 LOTTARIO draw. The retiree, a father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, has been a loyal lottery player with OLG for decades. He buys tickets weekly and always chooses his own number...

The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are reminding people to stay safe on the roads and waterways this Labour Day long weekend. The OPP's Bill Dickson says officers will be out patrolling highways, trails, and lakes, focusing on behaviours that often lead to serious collisions and injuries. At beaches, parents should ke...

Norfolk County is reminding residents that most services and all County buildings will be closed on Labour Day. Emergency and essential services such as fire and paramedics will continue, but administrative offices, libraries, museums, archives, recreation centres, and transfer stations will not operate. Waste collecti...

Police are searching for suspects after two pickup trucks were stolen from a property on Windham Road 3 early August 26. Investigators say a dark van arrived twice, with suspects stealing a black 2008 Chevrolet Silverado and a black 2009 Ford F-150. One of the trucks contained a quantity of tools. Police are appealing ...

The women of 100 Women Who Care Norfolk have made a meaningful difference with their latest donation. At their August meeting, the group presented $18,500 to the Norfolk Haldimand Community Hospice (NHCH). The gift, was presented by Maureen Russell and sponsored by Kathy Caskenette, will fund a special project called C...