Changes to the Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP) are drawing responses from post-secondary institutions as the province shifts its student aid model toward more loans and fewer grants beginning this fall. Under the revised framework, students will receive a maximum of 25 per cent of their OSAP funding as non-re...

The Ontario Provincial Police are requesting the public's assistance in identifying a suspect connected to a shoplifting investigation in Simcoe. Officers responded Friday, February 20 at approximately 8:56 p.m. to a reported theft in progress at a business on West Street. Police say an unidentified female entered the ...

Ontario and Nova Scotia have signed what is being described as a historic direct-to-consumer alcohol agreement aimed at removing trade barriers between the two provinces. Premier Doug Ford and Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston formalized the deal on March 2 in Toronto. The agreement will allow consumers in both provinces...

Norfolk County says the Port Rowan Bulk Water Depot remains temporarily closed as crews continue working to resolve issues affecting the water intake at the Port Rowan Water Treatment Plant. In an update issued March 2, 2026, the municipality confirmed the closure is a continuation of the service disruption first annou...

A new study suggests the number of young men contacting Ontario's mental health helpline for gambling-related issues has surged since the province expanded online gambling. The research, published Monday in the Canadian Medical Association Journal, examined contacts to ConnexOntario - the province's free, 24-hour menta...

The Ontario Provincial Police are asking for the public's help as they investigate two separate theft incidents in Port Dover and Simcoe. Officers first responded Monday, February 23 at approximately 8:55 a.m. to a report of a theft on Angler Avenue in Port Dover. Police say that sometime overnight, one or more unident...

Education workers, parents and community members are set to gather in Harmony Square in Brantford later today to call for increased funding for Ontario's publicly funded schools. The rally is scheduled for Tuesday, March 3 at 4:15 p.m. and is being organized by local education unions representing more than 5,500 public...

Here's what's going on in Norfolk County over the next 48 hours. Today: Norfolk County Quilters' Guild - March Meeting at the Vittoria & District Community Centre from 1:00 - 4:00 pm We welcome all quilters to our meeting, if you would like to come as a guest, sign up to join, or need further information, please go...

The Vittoria & District Foundation has been quietly supporting youth programs in Vittoria and across Norfolk County for nearly 30 years. The organization was formed in the fall of 1996 after Vittoria celebrated its 200th anniversary with a massive reunion. President Joan Norman said former residents from far and wi...

One person is facing multiple charges following an attempted robbery in Simcoe. The Ontario Provincial Police say officers, along with members of the West Region OPP Emergency Response Team and Canine Unit, responded to a business on Queensway West at approximately 6:10 a.m. on Thursday, February 26. Police allege that...

A Port Dover family is celebrating a $10,000 win on Family Feud Canada. The Azzopardi family - team captain Rachel, her brothers Joshua, Joseph, and Zachary, along with their mother Mary - appeared on the nationally televised game show after Rachel secretly submitted an application and audition video without initially ...

Nearly 100 walkers bundled up and hit the streets of downtown Simcoe Saturday for the annual Coldest Night of the Year fundraiser. The family-friendly winter walk supports local programs serving people experiencing hunger, hurt, and homelessness. In Simcoe, the event raises funds for Youth Unlimited YFC Norfolk, which ...

An advocacy coalition of farmers and environmental organizations is calling on Health Canada to implement mandatory labelling requirements for pork derived from gene-edited pigs recently approved for sale in Canada. Earlier this year, Health Canada approved the sale of pigs genetically edited to resist Porcine Reproduc...

The Ontario Provincial Police are asking for the public's assistance following two recent break-and-enter incidents in Waterford and Simcoe. Officers first responded Sunday, February 22 at approximately 8:51 a.m. to a property on Highway 24 in Waterford. Police say the investigation determined that sometime between Feb...

Booster Juice has officially opened its doors in Simcoe, marking the arrival of the popular smoothie and juice brand in the community. The new location, situated in the former Hi Way Restaurant building on the Queensway, held a Friends and Family event on Saturday before opening to the general public Sunday morning at ...

The Norfolk Music and Arts Festival is back this week, marking another year of performances, competition, and celebration - and this year carries special significance as the organization recognizes its 40th anniversary. Running March 2 to March 5, the week-long festival will feature musicians, vocalists, speech arts co...

Police are searching for a suspect following an attempted robbery at a business in Simcoe. Members of the Ontario Provincial Police, along with the West Region OPP Emergency Response Team and Canine Unit, responded to a report of an attempted robbery at a business on Queensway West on Thursday morning. Investigators sa...

The Norfolk Home and Lifestyle Show is set to open its doors tonight and all weekend at The Aud in Simcoe. Renee VanKooten, President of the Simcoe and District Chamber of Commerce, says the show is designed to give homeowners, families, and lifestyle enthusiasts a one-stop opportunity to explore products, services, an...

The federal government has announced more than $41 million in funding to support cancer prevention research across Canada. According to a news release, six research funding organizations contributed to the investment, including the Canadian Institutes of Health Research, the Terry Fox Research Institute, and the Canadi...

One person has been charged following a stabbing incident in Dunnville earlier this year. The Ontario Provincial Police say officers from the Haldimand detachment, along with the West Region Emergency Response Team, were called to a Lock Street address on Tuesday, January 6, for a report of a stabbing. When officers ar...

Residents of all ages are invited to take part in "Boccia Week in Ontario" at the Simcoe Recreation Centre. The free event, on Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., is part of a province-wide initiative encouraging as many people as possible to try boccia during a single week. Boccia is a precision-based sport s...

Police are investigating a smash-and-grab robbery that took place inside Lynden Park Mall earlier this week. According to the Brantford Police Service, officers were called to a jewelry store in the mall on Monday, at approximately 4:25 p.m. after four masked male suspects entered the business, smashed glass display ca...

Here's what's going on in Norfolk County over the next 48 hours. Today: Wings and Things Pub Night at Teeterville Legion from 5:00 - 10:00 pm Starting at 5:00 pm (Until Sold Out). Cash only, we do not have debit, or ATM. Today: Waterford Legion Wings & Karaoke at Waterford's Royal Canadian Legion Branch 123 from 4:...

The Norfolk Musical Arts Festival has cancelled its 40th Anniversary Kickoff Concert this weekend, due to circumstances beyond its control. In a statement, the Board of Directors said that while the opening concert will no longer take place, the milestone year remains a meaningful celebration of artistic excellence in ...

Families looking for something fun and affordable to do close to home this March Break can head to Lighthouse Festival Theatre for two lively, interactive stage experiences designed to entertain all ages. One of the featured performances is Fireside Munsch Classics, a theatrical celebration of stories by beloved Canadi...

Norfolk County Council has voted 5-4 to defer a final decision on the proposed Municipal Accommodation Tax (MAT), directing staff to provide more detailed information before moving forward. The discussion came as council revisited its earlier approval "in principle" of the MAT, which would apply to short-term...

Two vehicles have been reported stolen in separate incidents in Norfolk County, and police are asking for the public's help in locating them and identifying those responsible. The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) say the first incident was reported on Saturday at approximately 7:35 p.m. Officers responded to a property ...

Norfolk County Public Library is inviting residents to take part in #FreedomToRead Week by exploring books and ideas that have been challenged or banned. Library branches across the county are featuring special displays highlighting titles that have faced restrictions in the past and present. Officials say the week is ...

Lakewood Elementary School is hosting a community trivia night fundraiser to support classroom technology upgrades. The event takes place Friday, February 27 at the Port Dover Community Centre, with doors opening at 6 p.m. and trivia beginning at 7 p.m. Organizers say the evening will feature food, drinks, prizes, and ...

Wilfrid Laurier University's Brantford campus is celebrating a sweet victory after its Golden Hawk Honey won first place at the provincial level of the Ontario Association of Agricultural Societies honey competition. The honey, harvested from rooftop apiaries at the One Market building, advanced to provincials after ea...

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 from 6:00 - 9:00 pm Join us for a fun, free evening of board gaming! Bring your own or jump in and play from a wide selection of games like Catan, Scythe, Dominion, Lords of Waterdeep...

The Coldest Night of the Year walk returns to Simcoe this weekend, bringing the community together for a family-friendly winter fundraiser supporting local programs that serve people experiencing hunger, hurt, and homelessness. Locally, the event is organized to support Youth Unlimited which operates year-round - and S...

The 2025 Special Olympics Ontario Summer Games generated $3 million in economic activity across Ontario, including $2.48 million in Brantford alone. According to Sport Tourism Canada's STEAMPRO report, the four-day event in July welcomed more than 1,000 athletes to Brantford, Brant County, and Six Nations of the Grand ...

Talbot Gardens in Simcoe is in a dead heat with two other arenas as voting in the 2026 Kraft Hockeyville competition enters its final stretch. Organizers say the local rink is neck and neck in its provincial division, with online voting and submissions set to close this weekend. The push now is to generate as many stor...

One in five kids experiences bullying, often feeling isolated instead of supported at school. Bullying has long been overlooked due to how common it is, making awareness and action more important than ever. That's why Pink Shirt Day was created-an initiative started by teenagers to take a stand. In 2007, in a small Nov...

Police are asking for the public's help following a shooting in the Town of Paris early Saturday morning. Officers from the Ontario Provincial Police Brant County Detachment responded to a report of gunfire at a residence on Bradbury Crescent shortly after 12 a.m. on February 21. When officers arrived, they located one...

Haldimand and Norfolk Housing and Social Services has unveiled a redesigned website and expanded its online housing application system in an effort to improve access and streamline services for residents. The new website, available at hnhss.ca, brings together information on Housing Services, Homelessness Prevention, E...

Mayhem Fight Promotions is set to bring a high-energy mixed martial arts event to Norfolk on March 7, promising a full night of fights, live music and entertainment. Founder Alana Bemmann says fans can expect a busy card. The promotion is in its first year under its new production team and aims to offer something bold ...

Debate over a proposed Municipal Accommodation Tax is set to continue today at Norfolk County Council, where three deputations are scheduled to address councillors on the issue. Council previously voted 5-4 to move forward with the tax "in principle" during a Council-in-Committee meeting, signalling openness ...

The Norfolk Hericanes U18 team is celebrating a major tournament victory after capturing the championship at the 44th Annual Walter Gretzky Tournament. The prestigious event, named in honour of the late Walter Gretzky - known as "Canada's Hockey Dad" - draws talented youth teams from across the province. This...

Ontario's Katelyn Langlois and J.P Robson were supposed to fly home Sunday afternoon from Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, but cartel violence has shut down the local airport. Global Affairs Canada issued a shelter in place order to Canadians in Puerto Vallarta, as it was one of multiple cities experiencing violence after the ...

The Medical Officer of Health for Grand Erie Public Health has issued a Cold Notification for the Grand Erie region, effective February 23rd. The notification applies to Brantford-Brant and Haldimand-Norfolk and is triggered when temperatures are expected to fall below -15°C or when wind chill values reach -20°...

The Port Dover Sailors are celebrating a milestone season for team captain Trevor Nunn, who has earned two of the Bloomfield Division's highest individual honours from the Provincial Junior Hockey League. Nunn has been named both the Bloomfield Division Most Valuable Player and Most Sportsmanlike Player for the 2025-20...

Spring program registration opens today at noon in Norfolk County, giving residents their first opportunity to secure spots in a wide range of seasonal activities. The new Spring Recreation and Community Guide features programs focused on healthy living, skill development and community connection for all ages, includin...

Here's what's going on in Norfolk County over the next 48 hours. Later this week. Thursday: Board Game Nite at Norfolk County Public Library - Simcoe Branch from 6:00 - 9:00 pm Join us for a fun, free evening of board gaming! Bring your own or jump in and play from a wide selection of games like Catan, Scythe, Dominion...

Early risers across Canada will have a front-row seat to a stunning celestial event on the morning of March 3, as a total lunar eclipse unfolds across much of the country. While weather conditions will ultimately determine visibility, the timing of the eclipse varies by region, with western Canada seeing the full event...

Simcoe and Tillsonburg are earned recognition after both communities made the Top 10 list of best places to retire in Canada for 2026. The ranking comes from Canadian real estate marketplace Zolo, which reviewed 38 cities and regions across the country. The report measured affordability, cost of living, safety, and acc...

The Ontario Provincial Police is investigating a series of extortion cases across southwestern Ontario, including incidents impacting residents and business owners in Norfolk County. Since 2024, OPP West Region has identified 10 cases following a similar pattern of threats and demands for money. These cases are in addi...

Canadians vacationing in Mexico were forced to shelter in place Sunday after violence erupted across parts of Jalisco State, prompting airport closures and widespread flight cancellations. Mexican authorities warned that travel was unsafe in parts of the state, including the popular tourist destination of Puerto Vallar...

A new report from Grand Erie Public Health paints a stark picture of food insecurity across the region, revealing that one in four households experienced food insecurity in 2023-2024. The findings highlight a growing crisis affecting thousands of residents in Brantford, Brant County, Haldimand County and Norfolk County...