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Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter SOUTHWEST MIDDLESEX – Two key recommendations were approved by council at the June 18 meeting, as councillors endorsed the purchase of a…
Written By Olena Riznyk NORTH MIDDLESEX – Following Council’s approval on June 18, a new partnership between the Municipality of North Middlesex and Locality Wellness Hub is now in effect,…
Written By Olena Riznyk NORTH MIDDLESEX – Hundreds of residents and visitors came together on June 30 at Ken Vernon Park in Parkhill to take part in North Middlesex’s official…
Written By Olena Riznyk LUCAN BIDDULPH – The Township hosted a lively two-day Canada Day celebration on June 30 and July 1, drawing in thousands of residents and visitors for…
Written By Jan Sims SPORTS - Summer is in full swing, but the call has already gone out for players to join the Ilderton Minor Hockey Association. “Preparations for the…
Written By Jan Sims KILWORTH - A major development is planned along Glendon Drive near the shopping plaza and the Komoka Wellness Centre.Sifton Properties is proposing the development at 10242…
Written By Jan Sims MIDDLESEX CENTRE - Middlesex Centre has a new policy governing the use of Artificial Intelligence. At its July 2nd meeting, council approved a staff report dealing…
Written By Heather Horning, Sports Day & BBQ Committee KERWOOD - The Kerwood Adelaide Metcalfe Optimist Club would like to invite you to our 5th Annual Adelaide Metcalfe Sports Day…
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter ADELAIDE METCALFE — Council has voted to proceed with a public engagement session regarding Venfor Inc.’s proposed wind turbine project, which aims…
Open Letter to Middlesex CountyResidents from Committee to Establish a Middlesex County ArchivesThis year marks a significant milestone in the history of Middlesex County - it is 225 years since…
Written By David Gomez When I was a child, I remember feeling deeply proud whenever I sang Peru’s national anthem or saluted the flag on Independence Day. That pride was…
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter DELAWARE — Under a brilliant blue sky on July 1, the community of Delaware came alive with music, colour, and heartfelt pride…
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter MIDDLESEX COUNTY – County Council received an extensive update on the future of inter-community transit during its June 24 meeting, where consultants…
Written By David Gomez STRATHROY — What began as a response to online complaints blossomed into one of the most memorable celebrations of the year. On Saturday, June 29, hundreds…
Written By Alan Good TRAVEL - Last edition, we took you along Lake Huron looking at the sites along the way and suggesting some stops for your educational and nourishment…
Written By Alan Good We have looked at asking the right questions and possibly having someone with you during medical appointments. After all, getting right answers could mean the difference…
Written By Kellie Davenport Penned in 1853, this letter of reference launched the Alexander family legacy in Canada—and a long line of dedicated Ontario farmers. More than 170 years later,…
TWO-VEHICLE COLLISION INVOLVING SCHOOL BUSADELAIDE-METCALFE - Middlesex County OPP investigating a two-vehicle collision involving a school bus. On June 3, 2025, at 3:54 p.m., members of the Middlesex County Ontario…
Written By Jeffrey Reed In the fitness world, as with any sector of society, there are lies, damn lies and statistics. But this year’s canfitpro Top 100 Fitness, Health &…
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter MELBOURNE - Despite heavy rain leading up to the weekend, the Melbourne Tractor Fest went ahead as planned on Saturday, June 21,…
Written By Mary Roberts GLENCOE - On June 10, the Glencoe New Horizon Club celebrated its 50-year Anniversary with cake, ice cream and stories. The club stared in 1975 with…
Written By Olena Riznyk PARKHILL - The Parkhill Fair Grounds played host to a vibrant and well-attended community celebration on Saturday, June 14, as the inaugural BogLine SmokeShow brought together…
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter STRATHROY-CARADOC – Council has approved two key infrastructure projects set for 2025, awarding contracts for road resurfacing and sidewalk replacements during its…
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter STRATHROY – Council has approved a downtown beautification project aimed at improving the appearance and safety of Strathroy’s core, focusing on tree…
Written By Olena Riznyk LUCAN BIDDULPH – The June 16 council meeting began with heartfelt recognition of longtime volunteer Linda Barr, who was named the township’s 2025 Senior of the…
Written By Olena Riznyk LUCAN - On Saturday, June 21, the countryside outside Lucan welcomed its first-ever Southwestern Ontario Classic Trials Group (SOCT) event, Round 4 – Lucan, drawing approximately…
Written By Jan Sims SPORTS - They’re getting ready to tee off for the annual Optimist Club of Komoka-Kilworth Junior Golf tournament.The tournament takes place Monday July 14th, at the…
Written By Alan Good MIDDLESEX CENTRE - During the June 4, 2025 council meeting, two presentations were heard, as Deputy Mayor John Brennan presided over the meeting.Arden McClean from BGC…
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter' ADELAIDE METCALFE – The township’s Community Improvement Plan (CIP) will remain open for the remainder of 2025 despite a lack of applications…
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter KERWOOD – Council received an update on efforts to address the long-standing cat overpopulation issue in Kerwood during its June 16 meeting,…