Is There a Step up for Dave Manders?
Written By Alan Good Quiet and with an affable smile, David Manders is one of two contestants vying for the chair of Lucan Biddulph’s mayor. Having nearly completed his second…
Years on Council Shape Mike Sholdice’s Mayoral Campaign
Written By Olena Riznyk Michael “Mike” Sholdice is running for mayor of Southwest Middlesex, bringing years of experience on municipal council to the race.Born and raised in Southwest Middlesex, Sholdice…
Martin Welch Jr. Looks to Bring Business Perspective to Council
Written By Olena Riznyk Martin Welch Jr. is running for mayor of Southwest Middlesex, saying his background in farming and business has given him experience he believes would be useful…
Southwest Middlesex Election Features Contested and Acclaimed Seats
Written By Olena Riznyk Southwest Middlesex voters will choose a mayor and two Ward 1 councillors in this year’s municipal election, while the deputy mayor and councillors in Wards 2…
Candidates Outline Priorities for Council
Written By Jan Sims A mixture of incumbents and new faces will form Middlesex Centre council following the October municipal election. Ward 2 councillor Wayne Shipley and Ward 5’s Frank…
Two Candidates Seek to Lead Middlesex Centre
Written By Jan Sims There will be a new mayor in Middlesex Centre when the votes are counted on October 26th. A decision by current mayor, Aina DeViet, not to…
Colin Grantham Reflects on Four Years as Mayor
Written By David Gomez Incumbent Mayor Colin Grantham is seeking a second term, facing Ward 2 Councillor Brian Derbyshire in the October 26 municipal election.Raised on a farm near Melbourne,…
Brian Derbyshire Calls for a Different Approach to Municipal Leadership
Written By David Gomez For Brian Derbyshire, running for mayor means bringing the practical lessons of farming into municipal government. A third-generation farmer and current Ward 2 councillor, Derbyshire is…
Five Candidates, Three Seats: The Race for Ward 2
Written By David Gomez From Mount Brydges and Melbourne to Campbellvale and the surrounding rural communities, Ward 2 faces decisions about infrastructure, development and municipal services that will shape the…
Ward 1 Council Race Draws Seven Candidates
Written By David Gomez Seven candidates are seeking four seats on Strathroy-Caradoc Council in Ward 1, which covers much of the urban area of Strathroy. With the municipal election scheduled…
Your Vote, Your Voice, Your Community
Written By David Gomez The moment has arrived. After four years, it is once again time for us to exercise our right to choose our local representatives. As I reflect…
Obituaries Oct 14, 2026
COOPER, Joanne Clementine, 64, Oct 9, Elliott-MadillBREKELMANS, Gertrude “Gertie” Helen, 93, Oct 9, DenningsKECHEGO, Joyce, 84, Oct 9, Elliott-MadillALLAN, John Adamson Hutchinson, 75, Oct 7, DenningsSKIFFINGTON, Janice Elaine, 69, Oct…