{"id":29271,"date":"2025-01-14T09:26:39","date_gmt":"2025-01-14T14:26:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/briwebapp.net\/cklofm\/?p=29271"},"modified":"2025-01-14T09:26:39","modified_gmt":"2025-01-14T14:26:39","slug":"things-you-need-to-know-28","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/briwebapp.net\/cklofm\/blogs\/middays\/2025\/01\/things-you-need-to-know-28\/","title":{"rendered":"Things You Need To Know…"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Southwestern Ontario Issues First Cold Weather Alert of the Season<\/strong><\/p>\n

The colder temperatures are here, and Southwestern Ontario has issued its first cold weather alert of the season. Tonight, temperatures are expected to drop below -15\u00b0C with the wind chill.<\/p>\n

Cold weather alerts serve as a reminder to not only bundle up but also look out for those who may need extra support. If you know someone in need, local warming centres can provide shelter and relief.<\/p>\n

Key tips: layer up, limit time outdoors, and keep your pets warm and safe indoors. Stay warm, and don\u2019t forget the mittens!<\/p>\n

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Stamp Prices Set to Rise in 2025: What It Means for You<\/strong><\/p>\n

Sending a letter is about to get a little pricier. Canada Post has bumped up the cost of a domestic stamp from $1.07 to $1.15. The increase is part of the company\u2019s effort to keep up with rising operational costs and a growing shift toward digital communication.<\/p>\n

For businesses and bulk mailers, the rate changes will vary depending on volumes, but discounts for high-volume users remain in place. While a few extra cents might sting, remember that postage is still a small price to pay for connecting across the miles.<\/p>\n

So, if you\u2019ve been meaning to send a handwritten note, now\u2019s a good time to stock up on those Forever Stamps. They\u2019ll lock in the current rate, no matter when you use them.<\/p>\n

Canada Post says the increase is necessary to keep mail moving but if you\u2019ve got thoughts about it, why not write them a letter? Just don\u2019t forget the stamp!<\/p>\n

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Belmont\u2019s Lexie Bertelson Brings Home Gold from U18 World Tournament<\/strong><\/p>\n

Belmont, Ontario, just got a little shinier thanks to hometown hero Lexie Bertelson! The talented teen is returning from the U18 Women\u2019s World Hockey Championship in style, with a gold medal around her neck and a place in the hearts of hockey fans everywhere.<\/p>\n

Lexie, a standout forward, played a key role in Team Canada\u2019s dominant run at the tournament. Her speed, skill, and relentless drive on the ice were impossible to miss. Whether she was setting up her teammates for the perfect play or making a clutch move herself, Lexie proved she\u2019s got what it takes to shine on the world stage.<\/p>\n

From the local rink to the international stage, Lexie Bertelson has made her community proud. Who knows what\u2019s next for this rising star, but one thing\u2019s for sure: she\u2019s just getting started.<\/p>\n

Cheers to gold, Lexie!<\/p>\n

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Beware: Counterfeit Bills in Circulation in Woodstock<\/strong><\/p>\n

Woodstock police are alerting residents and businesses to a rise in counterfeit currency, particularly $20 and $50 Canadian bills. Over the past few days, several fake bills have been reported, leading police to warn locals to stay vigilant.<\/p>\n

Businesses are advised to double-check dollar bills by examining their security features, such as holograms, raised ink, and transparent areas. If you suspect a counterfeit bill, avoid accepting it and immediately report it to the authorities.<\/p>\n

The police also encourage anyone with information about these counterfeit bills to contact Woodstock Police or Crime Stopper<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Southwestern Ontario Issues First Cold Weather Alert of the Season The colder temperatures are here, and Southwestern Ontario has issued its first cold weather alert of the season. Tonight, temperatures are expected to drop below -15\u00b0C with the wind chill. Cold weather alerts serve as a reminder to not only bundle up but also look","protected":false},"author":37,"featured_media":28080,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"featured_img_display":"Yes","footnotes":""},"categories":[4],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-29271","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-middays"],"publishpress_future_action":{"enabled":false,"date":"2026-04-13 22:23:40","action":"change-status","newStatus":"draft","terms":[],"taxonomy":"category","extraData":[]},"publishpress_future_workflow_manual_trigger":{"enabledWorkflows":[]},"react_link":"https:\/\/classicrock981.com\/blogs\/middays\/2025\/01\/things-you-need-to-know-28\/","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/briwebapp.net\/cklofm\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/29271","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/briwebapp.net\/cklofm\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/briwebapp.net\/cklofm\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/briwebapp.net\/cklofm\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/37"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/briwebapp.net\/cklofm\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=29271"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/briwebapp.net\/cklofm\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/29271\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":29272,"href":"https:\/\/briwebapp.net\/cklofm\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/29271\/revisions\/29272"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/briwebapp.net\/cklofm\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/28080"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/briwebapp.net\/cklofm\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=29271"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/briwebapp.net\/cklofm\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=29271"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/briwebapp.net\/cklofm\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=29271"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}