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The Municipality of Meaford has announced the appointment of Jenna Stewart as Deputy Fire Chief, effective January 12. “Jenna’s extensive experience in the fire service, combined with her strong leadership in public education and community outreach, make her an excellent addition to the Meaford Fire Department,” said Fire Chief Rob Pilon. “Her commitment to public safety and collaborative approach will be a valuable asset to both the department and the community.” Deputy Fire Chief Stewart brings 17 years of experience as...

The annual Festive RIDE (Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere) campaign has concluded with nearly 300 drivers now facing impaired driving charges. From the start of the campaign on November 20, 2025, until its conclusion on January 1, 2026, Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) West Region officers conducted 3,095 Festive RIDE spot checks across 13 detachment areas. This is the highest number of Festive RIDE events conducted in West Region in five years. The charges below represent the final campaign tally: 269 impaired driving...