Banning Books Is Forgetting What Freedom Means
Written By David Gomez Do you remember the first book you ever read? The first story, the first tale, the first novel. Our lives are made of stories, one after…
Adelaide Metcalfe Fire Department Receives Donation to Enhance Home Safety
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter KERWOOD - The Adelaide Metcalfe Fire Department has received a grant from Enbridge Gas Ontario through the Safe Community Project Zero program,…
Komoka Hops with Excitement for Annual Rabbit Show
Written By Jan Sims KOMOKA - Things were hopping at the Komoka Community Centre on October 25th, as upwards of 300 bunnies competed in a rabbit show. The annual competition…
Newbury’s Seat Request Sparks Discussion on County Representation
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter MIDDLESEX COUNTY – County councillors discussed the Village of Newbury’s request for a seat on County Council during their October 7 meeting,…
Reed’s County Sports Report: Szeryk Inspiration To All Local Golfers
Written By Jeffrey Reed For the past decade, Londoner Maddie Szeryk has been an inspiration to countless golfers across Southwestern Ontario. A dual citizen hailing from Allen, Texas near Dallas,…
Salute our Farmers: A Message From Your MPP, Steve Pinsonneault
As MPP for Lambton–Kent–Middlesex, I am proud to represent one of the strongest agricultural regions in Ontario. Our farmers work tirelessly to feed families, strengthen our economy, and drive innovation…
Salute Our Farmers: A Message From Your MP, Lianne Rood
Middlesex-London is blessed with fertile land and a community of farmers who feed and fuel Canada. Their resilience during seasons of drought and economic uncertainty is a testament to their…
New Horizon Club Bid Euchre Winners
Friday, October 3rd, 2025:David Charlton 18 pts Carolyn Demers 12 pts Howard van der Hooft High Score Eleanor Cook Low Score Tuesday, October 7, 2025: Shirley Gilliland 24 pts Margaret…
Southwest Middlesex Backs Inclusive Work Program & New Drainage Petition
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter SOUTHWEST MIDDLESEX — Council has approved an agreement with Quad County Support Services (QCSS) to create ongoing work placement opportunities for individuals…
A Season of Success & Exciting Changes
Written By Donna Pammer, Executive DirectorStrathroy & District Chamber of Commerce It’s been a busy and exciting few months for the Strathroy & District Chamber of Commerce! From a fantastic…
Pause For Thought: Interesting facts about….Turkmenistan
Written By John Bradley Turkmenistan is bordered by Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Afghanistan, Iran, and the Caspian Sea. It covers about 491,200 square kilometers, ranking as the 52nd largest country globally. With…
Growing an Anthology: The Seed of an Idea
Written By Martha Morrison, The London Writers Society (LWS) The London Writers Society (LWS) inaugural anthology began with the seed of an idea; the collection’s creation was suggested many times…
Spooky Regions of the County
Written By Alan Good TRAVEL - Walking through a graveyard on a shadowy, spectral night, as trees swayed in the cold wind, their leaves drifting between the gravestones, a skeleton…
Seniors Who Want to loosen up, be Healthy, Try Tai Chi
Written By Alan Good Embracing something foreign to us, at any age, can be difficult. Practicing an ancient oriental art, like the martial arts—Karate, Taekwondo, or jujitsu—may not be in…
A Canoe for His Grandfather
Written By Mary Simpson & Ron McRae When Ron McRae first began researching how to build a cedar strip canoe, it was during the COVID outbreak and at the urging…
Police Files Oct 22, 2025
OPP & ONEIDA POLICE SERVICE ARE SEEKING PUBLIC ASSISTANCE TO LOCATE MISSING PERSONONEIDA NATION OF THE THAMES FIRST NATION- The Oneida Police Service and Middlesex County of the Ontario Provincial…
A Remembrance Day Message From Your MPP
Written By Steve PinsonneaultM.P.P. Lambton-Kent-Middlesex As we gather once again this Remembrance Day, I invite everyone to pause and reflect on the courage, sacrifice, and unwavering spirit of the men…
A Remembrance Day Message From Your MP
Written By Lianne Rood,M.P. Middlesex-London On Tuesday, November 11th, Canadians from coast to coast to coast will pause to remember. Remember those who fought tyranny on the battlefields of Vimy…
Council Confirms E-voting for 2026 & Approves Meeting Schedule
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter SOUTHWEST MIDDLESEX — The township has confirmed that residents will again cast their ballots online or by phone in the upcoming 2026…
Fire Safety and Fun Draw Crowds to Ailsa Craig and Parkhill Stations
Written By Olena Riznyk NORTH MIDDLESEX – Families filled the Ailsa Craig and Parkhill fire stations on Saturday, October 11, for the North Middlesex Fire Department’s annual Open House –…
Strathroy Rockets Dominate Kings in Holiday Matchup
Written By Jan Sims SPORTS - The Strathroy Rockets took an early lead and held onto it, in a Thanksgiving Sunday afternoon matchup with the Komoka Kings.The first period was…
Caradoc Legion Branch 251 Donates $2,000 to Strathroy Hospice
Written By Michelle Dwyer, 1st Vice President Royal Canadian Legion-Caradoc Branch 251 MOUNT BRYDGES - The Royal Canadian Legion Branch 251 Caradoc is proud to announce a $2,000 donation to…
Lucan Firefighters Host Story time to Teach Kids About Safety
Written By Olena Riznyk LUCAN – The Lucan-Biddulph Fire Station opened its doors to some of its youngest visitors this month for a special storytime event organized in partnership with…
Komoka Community Centre Upgrades Flooring & Accessibility Features
Written By Jan Sims KOMOKA - Improvements have been made to the Komoka Community Centre, including better flooring in the gymnasium and a new accessible washroom.“It’s a cushioned flooring that…
Leadership Change Ahead as CAO Steps Down
Written By Jan Sims MIDDLESEX CENTRE - Middlesex Centre is looking for someone to fill its top municipal job. Earlier this month, it was announced that Chief Administrative Officer, Michael…
How Generation Z Is Keeping Democracy Alive
Written By David Gomez Life can be very cyclical at times. Our stories echo across generations, donning different faces, occurring in different places, with varying attire and distinct motivations —…
Middlesex Woodlands Recognized as Key Climate Assets in New Report
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter MIDDLESEX COUNTY – County Council received a detailed presentation on October 7 highlighting the environmental and economic value of the county’s forest…
Napier’s Masonic Lodge Marks 150 Years Inside 1850s Log Cabin
Written By David Gomez NAPIER - Beneath the glow of candlelight inside an 1850s log cabin, members of the Napier Masonic Lodge gathered on Wednesday, October 15, to commemorate a…