Lima Chronicles (Part II): Fragments of a City I Once Called Home
Written By David Gomez As I write these words, I try to recall as vividly as I can the many layers of my hometown.Lima was my city for 27 years.Lima…
Medical Students Arrive in Strathroy for Discovery Week
Written By Olena Riznyk STRATHROY - From May 26 to 30, the Middlesex Hospital Alliance (MHA) will welcome a group of first-year medical students from Western University’s Schulich School of…
Southwest Middlesex Receives County Backing for Industrial Growth
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter MIDDLESEX COUNTY – During its May 13 meeting, Middlesex County Council approved a $687,500 loan to support the Glencoe Business and Industrial…
Seniors Are You Asking Questions During Medical Appointments
Written By Alan Good The term “solo ager” has been around for some time. It applies to an older adult, typically 50 or older, who is aging without the support…
These Walls Really Do Speak
Written By Len Cuthbert We were a young family of four, moving back to Ontario after living on Vancouver Island for four years. Every home buyer seeking their next place…
Garlic Unmasked: From Myth to Modern Medicine
Written By Miranda Regalado This week, we are set to discuss one of the most effective protections against vampires—yes, we are talking about garlic. If you didn’t know, the whole…
Reboot My Life: Serialized Fiction Part 8 of 8
Written By Brad Harness His relationship with Roxanne had developed quickly. They both stayed at the Red Pheasant for another two weeks, and by then, they were only using one…
Pause For Thought: Interesting facts about…The Yukon
Written By John Bradley The Yukon is vast, but it’s the smallest of Canada’s three territories. The Yukon covers an area of 186,272 sq. mi (482,443 km sq)—that’s larger than…
Salesman Too Proud to Ask for Help
Written By Alice Gibb The following is one of those quirky stories that researchers happen upon when browsing through old newspapers. It relates the odd tale of William Ellwood, 68,…
Police Files: May 28 2025
INVESTIGATION RESULTS IN CHARGESSOUTHWEST MIDDLESEX - Investigation results in charges for individual from Southwest Middlesex. On May 11, 2025, at 4:01 p.m., members of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police…
Reed’s County Sports Report: Local Sports Awards Much More Than Just Hardware
Written By Jeffrey Reed Since 2011, LondonOntarioGolf.com (est. 2004) and parent publication LondonOntarioSports.com (est. 2015) have presented 155 awards to Southwestern Ontario athletes, coaches, administrators and volunteers. In addition, the…
Community Comes Together for Period Pad Project in Komoka
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter KOMOKA - A casual conversation at the Komoka Library’s “Koffee House” has grown into a grassroots initiative to provide accessible menstrual care…
Council Approves Road Resurfacing Deal and Drainage Upgrade
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter SOUTHWEST MIDDLESEX – At its May 21 meeting, Council approved two infrastructure-related initiatives aimed at improving local road conditions and drainage systems.…
Parkhill Residents Voice Concerns Over Main Street Redevelopment
Written By Olena Riznyk Correction and Apology – Article on Page 9 of May 28 EditionIn our article titled “Parkhill Residents Voice Concerns Over Main Street Redevelopment,”published on page 9…
Council Votes to Consolidate Fire Governance for Improved Coordination
Written By Olena Riznyk LUCAN BIDDULPH – In a significant move toward modernizing local emergency services, council voted at its May 20 meeting to begin the process of dissolving both…
Mayor Highlights Growth, Roads, and Renovations
Written By Jan Sims MIDDLESEX CENTRE - Kudos, comments, and concerns were the order of business as Middlesex Centre mayor Aina DeViet oversaw the semi-annual Town Hall Meeting.The May 20th…
Old Ilderton Bank Building Gets New Life as Health Clinic
Written By Jan Sims ILDERTON - Council has approved plans to sell the former CIBC building in downtown Ilderton. It will be sold to the company that operates Elite Performance…
Township Opens Council Seat to Public Applications After Resignation
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter ADELAIDE METCALFE – Council has officially declared a vacant seat following the resignation of Councillor Arend Noordhof and agreed to fill the…
Letters to the Editor
Statement from the Residents of Pratt Siding – May 21 Southwest Middlesex Council MeetingOn the evening of May 21, 2025, residents of the Hamlet of Pratt Siding gathered at the…
Being Principled Is Not Being “Leftist”
Written By David Gomez A few weeks ago, I received an email from a reader accusing me of being “too leftist” in my opinion pieces. While it didn’t offend me,…
Rooted in Local: Van Osch Farm Store Celebrates Grand Opening
Written By Olena Riznyk AILSA CRAIG - Sunshine, live music, and the smell of sizzling burgers welcomed guests to the grand opening of Van Osch Farm Store on Saturday, May…
Local Contribution Helps Keep Student Support Program Alive
Written By Jan Sims ILDERTON - An act of generosity from a long-time member of the Ilderton Lions Club will help to ensure the continuation of a scholarship to a…
Strathroy Inaugurates Revitalized Baseball Diamond
Written By David Gomez STRATHROY – Despite a chilly afternoon that felt more like late autumn than spring, spirits were high on Saturday, May 24, as the community gathered at…
Lima Chronicles (Part I): Beneath the Cathedral Vaults, Among Memories and Miracles
Written By David Gomez TRAVEL - As you may already know, the newly elected Pope Leo XIV holds dual nationality. His Holiness was born in Chicago in 1955, but he…
The Race for the Schmalz Cup
Written By Alan Good SPORTS - Provincial Junior Hockey League (PJHL) playoffs ended their final round last weekend as two teams vied for the Schmalz Cup.The Town of Essex, near…
New Era Begins for Komoka Kings with Coaching Change
Written By Jan Sims SPORTS - There’s a new coach at the helm of the Komoka Kings hockey team. Johnny Warren takes over as head coach from Rumun Ndur.“We’re thrilled…
A Taste of Where your Food Comes From
(NC) We eat food every day, but many of us don’t give a second thought to where it comes from. Canadian farmers are actively working to produce sustainable food for…
3 Things Farmers Can Do to Fight Financial Stress
(NC) Farming can be an extremely rewarding career, giving you a hands-on opportunity to provide food for your family and people across the country or even around the world. But…
Ilderton Soccer Prepares for Another Thriving Season
Written By Jan Sims ILDERTON – They are getting ready to kick off the outdoor soccer season in Ilderton. “Some of our competitive teams will be training as soon as…