Good employment news coming in this morning: The Canadian economy added a whopping 95,000 jobs in May, the biggest monthly increase in nearly a decade. The job gains were the first major increase for 2013 and many times greater than economists had expected. It brought the country's official unemployment rate down one-tenth of a point to 7.1%. Even young people had an easier time finding employment in May, with about 54,000 of the new workers in the 15 to 24 age group joining the labour force.
Woodstock Council Approves Volunteer Recognition Event
After a motion was put forward, Woodstock Council approved an event to recognize volunteers.
Woodstock Receives OLG Payment
The quarterly payment from OLG has been given to Woodstock.
NDCC Nominated for BASF Grant
The club would use the $25,000 grant to replace the ice pad refrigeration piping.
G1 Driver Charged with Stunt Driving
Police say the 17-year-old driver was going over 100 kilometres per hour in a 50 zone.
Ontario Extends GO Train Service to Stratford
The first service begins on July 6th with there being both weekday and weekend services.
UPDATE: Thames River Cleanup Gets Rescheduled
The cleanup is on the 25th, with there being three different meet-up locations in Woodstock.
Woodstock Choralaires Present: Thank You For the Music
The Woodstock Choralaires will perform some of their greatest hits from over the past 60 years.
Hawkins Chapel to Become Historical Site
It has been located on Park Row in Woodstock since 1888, where it used to provide service to 75 local black families.
UPDATE: Rainfall Warning Issued for Oxford
Environment Canada says we could get 20 to 40 milimetres of rain by this evening.
Members Needed for Joint Compliance Audit Committee
It makes sure everyone is following the rules when it comes to financing and contribution limits during elections.
Assault Charge Laid in Delhi
Police say someone was assaulted on Herbert Ave Tuesday evening.
Oxford MP Reacts to Liberal Majority
Oxford County MP, Arpan Khanna, shares his thoughts and reaction to the Liberals getting a majority government.
RCMP Dismantles Norwich Drug Lab
They also seized nearly $300,000 worth of substances.
Theatre Woodstock Presents: The 39 Steps
It's about a man who lives a boring life, until he gets pulled into a spy conspiracy and has to go on the run across the country to clear his name!
BBBS Oxford Launches Online 50/50 Fundraiser
Tickets are five for $10, 50 for $20, 150 for $50, or 400 for $75.
Heavy Rain Expected for Oxford County
It could be a wet and windy night for residents in Woodstock and the surrounding area, according to Environment Canada.
Woodstock Continues Project on Future Transit
They are in phase two of the time study, with there being one more step after this.
New Municipal Election Nomination Package Now Available
This package is focused on guiding anyone interested in running for office through every step of the nomination process.
PM Mark Carney Temporarily Suspends Gas Tax
This is Mark Carney's first announcement following the Liberal majority government win.
Ontario Proposed Changes to Ban Uniform Charges
They also proposed an act to strengthen the oversight of payments handled by talent agencies in the entertainment industry.
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