Yesterday (July 23), Haldimand County Council, the Haldimand-Norfolk Housing Corporation (HNHC), and community partners broke ground on a new affordable housing development on Ramsey Drive in Dunnville. The project aims to reduce homelessness by delivering below-market rental housing for local families and individuals....

After nearly a decade of concern, study, and failed remediation efforts, Norfolk County is once again urging the Province of Ontario to take decisive action on the long-standing environmental and public health crisis at the abandoned gas well site on Forestry Farm Road. A staff report presented Tuesday outlines a criti...

A heat alert is now in effect for Brantford-Brant and Haldimand-Norfolk. Grand Erie Public Health says temperatures will feel like 40°C with high humidity and warm nights. Those most at risk include seniors, young children, and people without air conditioning. You can learn more about staying safe at bchu.org/heat ...

A 31-year-old from St. Catharines has been charged following a disturbance on South Drive in Simcoe. Police say the man assaulted two people and interfered with property during the incident late Friday night. He is also charged with obstructing a peace officer and public intoxication.

The province's police watchdog has closed an investigation into a Brantford Police arrest. The SIU says no serious injuries occurred during a March incident involving a 21-year-old woman in mental distress. She was taken to hospital for an overdose after officers used a taser during the call. Without serious injury, th...

Several unlocked vehicles and buildings were targeted during a string of thefts in Caledonia and Cayuga. Thieves used garage remotes from the vehicles to access outbuildings, stealing tools and off-road vehicles. Among the items stolen, were a 2021 black coloured Dodge Ram pickup truck, a 2018 orange coloured BMW which...

Here's what's going on in Norfolk County over the next 48 hours. STUFF TO DO: Tomorrow: Rotary Club of Simcoe Catch the Ace Lottery at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 79, West Street, Simcoe. Fri Jul 25, 4:30 PM - 7:30 PM The Ace of Spades is worth over $3,300.00 proceeds go to Norfolk General Hospital Foundation &...

As a grieving father pedals across Canada in memory of his son Luke, Dan Johnson is finding unexpected companionship-not on the road, but in the hearts of other bereaved parents reaching out. Now entering Manitoba after cycling through British Columbia, Alberta, and Saskatchewan, Dan is raising funds for the Norfolk Ha...

Haldimand County is getting a major boost from the Ontario government to support new home construction and community infrastructure. The province is awarding Haldimand $991,984 through the second round of the Building Faster Fund, a program that rewards municipalities for meeting at least 80 per cent of their housing t...

Canada's privacy commissioner has ended a federal investigation into a cyber breach affecting PowerSchool, a widely used student data platform. The breach exposed personal and sensitive information of students, educators, and parents across several provinces. Officials say the company took effective steps, including cr...

One person has died and another was seriously injured in a crash between a passenger car and a commercial vehicle in Norwich Township. The collision occurred July 22 at the intersection of Highway 53 and Subway Line. The 58-year-old driver of the passenger vehicle was pronounced dead at the scene, while the passenger w...

Erin Lee, a member of the Domestic Violence Death Review Committee in Ontario, says keeping Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) cases in the public eye is one way to fight what has been declared an epidemic in dozens of communities across Ontario. She says that partnerships with the media help keep the conversation alive. ...

Police seized more than 100,000 cannabis plants and 900 pounds of dried bud during a raid in Jarvis. The search was part of a joint investigation involving multiple OPP units on July 16. Fifteen individuals now face charges under the Cannabis Act for unauthorized cultivation and distribution. The estimated street value...

Norfolk County has saved taxpayers nearly $10 million in interest by using operating surpluses from 2022 to 2024 to fund major infrastructure projects. A new report to Council outlines how this strategy helped avoid over $22 million in new debt. Funds were used for fire truck upgrades, drainage improvements, and purcha...

Two individuals have been charged in unrelated intimate partner violence incidents in Norfolk County. One suspect, 28, was arrested for assault, mischief, and violating probation after an altercation on July 18. A separate case on July 19 led to charges against an 18-year-old for uttering threats and mischief. Both are...

Here's what's going on in Norfolk County over the next 48 hours. STUFF TO DO: This Week: Rotary Club of Simcoe Catch the Ace Lottery at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 79, West Street, Simcoe. Fri Jul 25, 4:30 PM - 7:30 PM The Ace of Spades is worth over $3,300.00 proceeds go to Norfolk General Hospital Foundation &am...

Jared Fick, a 21-year-old from Bill's Corners, is pushing his limits with the "75 Hard" challenge-a demanding mental and physical transformation program created by Andy Frisella. For 75 consecutive days, Jared commits to two 45-minute workouts (one outdoors), a gallon of water, 10 pages of nonfiction reading,...

A 26-year-old Kitchener resident is facing multiple charges after a single-vehicle crash in Norwich. Oxford OPP responded to the collision at Highway 59 and Salford Road around 12:30 a.m. on Saturday. The man has been charged with operation while impaired, dangerous operation, and failing to remain at the scene.

A commercial fishing captain operating out of Port Stanley has been fined $11,000 for failing to follow licence conditions while fishing on Lake Erie. Between July 28 and August 18, 2023, the captain of the Theresa Maria did not properly record fishing activities in the vessel's logbook and provided false information a...

Canada's premiers are meeting with Prime Minister Mark Carney in Muskoka today as concerns mount over an escalating trade standoff with the United States and the future of major national infrastructure projects. U.S. President Donald Trump has issued an August 1 deadline, threatening to impose 35 per cent tariffs on ke...

The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are investigating a growing number of vehicle thefts across Norfolk County, with multiple incidents reported in the first three weeks of July. The missing items range from pickup trucks and boats to a golf cart and a personal watercraft. Bayliner Boat Stolen in Long Point On July 2, ...

A familiar face in Norfolk County's health leadership will soon be stepping into a regional role. Sarah Page, General Manager of Health and Social Services for Norfolk County, has been appointed the new Chief Executive Officer of Grand Erie Public Health, effective August 11th. Page brings over two decades of experienc...

It has been a wild summer so far and it's been keeping police and dispatchers busy. But sometimes calls are coming in that don't really qualify as an emergency. They're also encouraging people to follow official social media channels and local media for reliable updates.

Growing Up on the Farm, a look into local agriculture fueled by KUBOTA. Today we are profiling Chary Produce and Chary Picker Country Market. Chary Picker Country Market, part of the third-generation Chary Produce farm, has grown from a modest roadside tomato stand into a trusted destination for fresh, local food in Br...

Norfolk OPP are investigating a serious collision between a cyclist and a pedestrian in Simcoe. The crash happened on Fourteenth Street East, which is now closed between Norfolk Street North and Culver Road. The cyclist was transported to hospital with life-threatening injuries. Police are asking the public to avoid th...

The Norfolk Haldimand Community Hospice (NHCH) has officially moved its office to 2183 Highway 3 East in Jarvis, next to the land donated by Alan Williamson for the region's future hospice care centre. This move symbolizes progress toward building a local residential hospice for Norfolk and Haldimand counties. NHCH is ...

Police are investigating a fatal crash involving a scooter along the Waterford Heritage Trail. Emergency crews responded around 9:22 p.m. on July 18 to the scene between College Street West and Robinson Road. A 30-year-old Brant County resident was taken to hospital with life-threatening injuries and later pronounced d...

Haldimand County is updating its Trails Master Plan and wants public input to guide the future of its trail system. Residents and visitors are invited to complete a short online survey by August 31, 2025, to share how they use trails and what improvements they'd like to see. The updated plan will cover all areas of Hal...

Canada Post workers have begun voting on a new contract offer after more than 18 months of negotiations. The Canadian Union of Postal Workers is recommending members reject the deal, which includes a 13% wage increase over four years. The proposal also includes more part-time workers-something the union strongly oppose...

The Ontario Amateur Softball Association (OASA) and the Norwich Hitmen are welcoming teams from across the province this coming weekend for the U17 Boys Fastball Provincials. Seven top-tier teams will descend on Norwich, including clubs from Napanee, Amherstview, Chatsworth, Tara, Elmira, Wilmot. The event brings high-...

MPP Bobbi Ann Brady is calling on Ottawa to adopt U.S.-style "Castle Doctrine" laws that would allow Canadians to defend themselves, their families, and their property without facing criminal charges. In a recent letter to federal Justice Minister Sean Fraser, Brady urged the federal government to recognize t...

The OPP is reminding the public to stay safe on the water following a spike in marine incidents across Ontario. The Safe Boating Guide is available through Transport Canada and should be reviewed ahead of every outing.

Whether you want to head to Long Point Provincial Park or any other provincial park across the province - admission is free today. Ontario Parks says it allowing free day to use at all Ontario parks July 18th to help Ontarians connect with nature which is great for both our physical and mental health. Visitors are invi...

The Ontario government announced today at Brantford General Hospital that it is investing an additional $12.5 million to support the planning and construction of a new Brant Community Healthcare System hospital. The expanded facility will serve Brant County, Six Nations of the Grand River, and surrounding communities w...

Norfolk County is set to welcome a new summer tradition as the First Annual Norfolk County Ribfest launches this weekend. It runs from July 18 to 20 at the Fairgrounds. The event brings together local organizers, including Sunrise Rotary and the Simcoe Fairgrounds team, to create a weekend centered on food, music, and ...

Excitement is building in Norfolk County as the 7th Annual Dogs Nest Day approaches. On Sunday, with this year's celebration set to take place at the Port Dover Legion. The event is not just a lively summer gathering-it's a powerful tribute to the rich local history of a once-thriving community called Dogs Nest, and th...

Here's what's going on in Norfolk County over the next 48 hours. STUFF TO DO: Today: CATCH the ACE LOTTERY - Rotary Club of Simcoe at Royal Canadian Legion Branch 79, West Street, Simcoe The Ace of Spades is worth over $3,300.00 proceeds go to Norfolk General Hospital Foundation & Norfolk Haldimand Hospice & Ro...

98° Degrees is coming to Norfolk County on July 23rd. Jamie from the myFM in the Morning show had a chance to speak with Jeff Timmons from the band. He chatted about why he is excited to perform for Burning Kiln's Concert in the Vineyard series. Ticket information can be found here.

Top educators are bringing workshops, jams, and performances to St. Andrews United Church in Brantford this weekend on Saturday, July 19, for the Brantford Ukulele Festival, hosted by the Brantford Ukulele Society. This all-day celebration features 12 workshop sessions designed for players of all levels, led by interna...

Hydro One has announced a planned power outage for customers in Burford, Harley, Oakland, Scotland, and Windham. The outage is scheduled for tonight (Thursday, July 17), from 10:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m., affecting approximately 1,145 customers. The temporary interruption is necessary to repair station equipment. All affec...

Canada Post's unionized workers will vote on the latest contract offer starting July 21. The vote, overseen by the federal labour board, comes after 19 months of stalled negotiations. The offer includes a 13.59 per cent wage increase and a $1,000 bonus but adds part-time roles. The union is urging members to vote no, s...

Norfolk County saw a notable drop in unemployment to 4.8% last month, as more people joined the workforce and found jobs. This positive trend contrasts with neighbouring areas like Brantford, where the jobless rate rose to 7%. National and provincial trends also showed slight improvements, with rising employment and in...

A Tillsonburg resident lost $5,000 in a romance scam after sending money to someone they met online. The scammer claimed they needed funds to fly home and later requested more, raising suspicions. A family member urged the victim to contact police, who are now investigating. Authorities remind the public to be cautious...

Yesterday, we spoke again with Andrea Binkle, Executive Director of the Hospice, about the tremendous community support they've received this year. This support is critical. The project is a major undertaking with an equally large price tag. To support the Norfolk-Haldimand Hospice or learn more about how you can help,...

The Grand River Conservation Authority (GRCA) has approved its 2025-2029 Strategic Plan, aiming to address key watershed challenges over the next five years. The plan focuses on four strategic pillars and introduces a new one centred on organizational sustainability. GRCA Chair John Challinor II says the plan reflects ...

Dan Johnson of Port Dover has officially traded mountain climbs for prairie skies as he pedals eastward through Alberta on his Live Like Luke Canadian Crossing. After leaving Calgary behind, Johnson was enroute to the small town of Bassano, about 130 kilometres east. The terrain has flattened out considerably, a stark ...

Lace up for a cause that matters-Running with the Bulls returns to Tillsonburg on Saturday. It will have a chip-timed race supporting families facing financial challenges due to cancer. The event includes a 5K, 10K, and a 1K Kiddie Bull Charge, offering fun for all ages and fitness levels. Organized by a local family i...

The Haldimand OPP and Major Crime Unit are actively investigating a serious assault at a regional raceway that occurred around 2:40 a.m. on June 15, amid race day festivities. According to official statements, a verbal dispute escalated into physical violence, leaving one attendee with serious but non-life-threatening ...

Today marks a special tradition at Tim Hortons restaurants nationwide-Camp Day 2025-where every cent of proceeds from hot and iced coffee sales supports the Tim Hortons Foundation Camps. Since the campaign launched in 1991, Tims, restaurant owners, and generous guests have raised more than $262 million to empower under...

The Norfolk-Haldimand Hospice is picking up steam thanks to growing community support. We spoke with Andrea Binkle, Executive Director at the Hospice, about the overwhelming outpouring of love and encouragement they've received. Tune in tomorrow as we continue our conversation with Binkle about the future vision for th...