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Oxford Stewardship Award nominees Daria Koscinski and Adam Yates

Posted on Thursday, February 09, 2023 08:22 AM

Daria Koscinski and Adam Yates - Preserving a dream

Daria Koscinski and Adam Yates always dreamed of living on a big property surrounded by nature. They got their wish in 2012 when they bought their 67-acre farm within the headwaters of Nissouri Creek. About 50 acres of the property is designated as a provincially significant wetland. Yates says when they found the property, they instantly realized what a unique and amazing opportunity this was.

"We saw the potential right away to do some of the...

Oxford Stewardship Award nominee Mary Ann Dorè

Posted on Thursday, February 09, 2023 08:21 AM

Mary Ann Dorè – 7th generation farmer who wants to preserve the land for future generations 

UPDATE: The 2022 Oxford Stewardship Award was presented at County Council on February 22, 2023 to Mary Ann Doré and family. 

Farming comes naturally for Mary Ann Doré. You could even say she has farming running through her veins. The 7th generation farmer is currently operating Heritage Hill Farms in Blandford-Blenheim and additional lands in Waterloo Region with her parents, Frances and James Johnston,...

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Books to explore Black History Month

Posted on Monday, February 06, 2023 04:32 PM

February is Black History Month, a time to honour and acknowledge rich histories and experiences from around the world. If you're looking to learn more, consider checking out one of these books. You can also visit your local Oxford County Library branch to explore these titles and many more.

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Flags lowered to half mast: Hon. David C. Onley

Posted on Monday, January 16, 2023 03:23 PM

Flags at Oxford County facilities have been lowered to half-mast to mark the passing of former Lieutenant Governor of Ontario Honourable David C. Onley, who passed away on January 14, 2023.

New flashing lights installed at intersection OR 59/33

Posted on Wednesday, January 11, 2023 03:15 PM

Oxford County has now installed flashing red lights on the stop signs on Oxford Rd 33, at the intersection of Oxford Road 59.

Oxford County carried out an intersection control feasibility review at the intersection of Oxford Road 59 and 33 in 2021 and also carried out an all-way stop warrant analysis in December 2022 based on collision occurrences. This analysis recommended intersection improvements, including a speed reduction to 60km/hr; an all-way stop; and installation of flashing red lights...