(BlackburnNews.com file photo by Matt Weverink)Oxford OPP say a motorcyclist is dead after a two-vehicle collision just west of Woodstock.
According to police, the collision involving a motorcycle and an SUV happened around 10 a.m. Thursday at the intersection of Karn Road and Foldens Line, just north of Highway 401. Police say the driver of the motorcycle was rushed to hospital, but died of his injuries.
The driver of the SUV was treated for minor injuries at the scene.
Police are still investigating.
SPS Board Chair Kelly Ash said the decision followed discussions with Acting Chief Mike Federico and aligns with practices at other police services.
The annual Canada Day parade will begin at 11 a.m. on Saturday, June 27, from Wildwood Park to Kenwick Park.
The $7.6 million project, which also involved water and sewer infrastructure improvements, began in 2024.
The Toronto Blue Jays dropped their third in a row Thursday, 6-5 to the visiting Texas Rangers, and the Detroit Tigers suffered a 2-1 loss to Houston.
The week-long celebration starts on Saturday and continues to next Friday.
Environment Canada said Thursday night that severe thunderstorms were moving further east after rain and high winds affected portions of the region.
