In Oxford County, we know that your trip is about much more than the things you see, the meals you eat and the photos you take. It’s all about the people you meet. Tourism Oxford’s popular The People You’ll Meet in-house video series is coming back again for the second time in 2020 to tell those...
Everdale’s mission centres around improving community health through giving people access to fresh food. The not-for-profit organization was established in 2000 to address food insecurity, which occurs when an individual or family does not have the financial resources needed to afford enough...
(NC) We could all use new ways to cut our expenses. One way to do that is by choosing the right winter tires. Premium tires often require less energy to operate (because of less rolling resistance) which in turn produces a lower level of carbon dioxide emissions. This also means better fuel...
(NC) When a fire starts, every second counts. Fire extinguishers can help save lives when used quickly and effectively, making them an important part of maintaining a safe home for you and your family. Follow these tips on placement and usage to help ensure you are properly prepared in case of...
(NC) As temperatures dip and we crank up the heat, the risk for carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning significantly increases. The arrival of cold weather is a timely reminder for all of us to take the proper precautions to help protect our families from harm. Here’s what you need to know about CO: Hidden...
(NC) Whether we like it or not, the cold weather is here, which likely means overeating during the holidays, bundling up and, inevitably, harsher winter road conditions. To ensure you make the best of the season’s extreme and unpredictable road conditions, here we distinguish fact from fiction when...
Oxford County, ON In the life of a pioneer, DIY took on a whole new meaning in the home. From growing your own food to preparing it from scratch, using what you had to put food on the table was a way of life. In Norwich Museum’s new butter churning experience, you’ll get the opportunity...
It’s a common misconception that large cities are most affected by opioid use and abuse. But recent stats show residents in communities of 50,000 to 100,000 people are 2.5 times more likely to be hospitalized due to opioid overdose than those in large metropolitan centres. To put the problem in...
Faced with a loved one with mental illness, family members are often searching for what they can do to help and support their loved ones. Fortunately, Dr. Randall White, medical director of Vancouver Community Mental Health Services, has some tips for people in this position. Find out what medical...
Safety has been a hot topic in youth sports for many years. Growing concerns about head injuries have only added to the conversation about how to keep kids safe when they are on the field or ice. While there’s no guaranteed protection against injury, parents can take a few simple precautions to...
