Zoning Debate Over Parkhill Main Street Project
Written By Olena Riznyk NORTH MIDDLESEX – At the March 5 council meeting, the committee discussed a proposed development at 237 to 241 Parkhill Main Street, presented by Craig Hansford…
Junior C Playoffs
Written By Alan Good SPORTS - In the first round of playoff hockey within the PJHL Schmalz Cup which began February 19, the Lucan Irish were knocked out of the…
Strathroy Rockets Overcome Komoka Kings in Intense Overtime Match
Written By Jan Sims SPORTS - Intercounty rivals, Komoka Kings and Strathroy Rockets took to the ice as the regular season wound down. It was a closely-fought battle, with the…
Seniors Need to Work out Too
Written By Alan Good Exercise can be one way of toning up, gaining strength and relieving stress. Whether you walk, bike, do strength training exercises, or garden, whatever you do…
Archive Alley: Happy 225th Birthday, Middlesex County(Part II)
Written By Carol Small, Middlesex Centre Archives Depending on sources, some give the date of formation of Middlesex County as 1798 when the London District was created. The Archives of…
Follow The Healthy Beat of The Beetroot
Written By Miranda Regalado Continuing with our plan of eating healthier this year, the journey becomes colourful this week, thanks to beets. Beetroot, or Beta vulgaris, the taproot portion of…
Reboot My Life: Serialized Fiction Part 3 of 8
Written By Brad Harness Frankie Valera knew his womanizing had caused his marriage to fall apart. He knew after Janice he should stop. He knew, too, after Karen. He had…
Pause For Thought: Interesting facts about…Donald Trump
Written By John Bradley The president praises thecongressman who body-slammed a reporter An overcompensating presssecretary lies about crowd size Trump tells the Boy Scouts about a hot New York party…
Ask Alice: Robert Elliott, “The Singer of Plover Mills”
Written By Alice Gibb When Robert Elliott (1858-1902) of Tamalghmore Farm, London Township, died too soon at age 44, his friends wanted to create a special memorial. That memorial was…
Police Files: March 12, 2025
INVESTIGATION LEADS TO CHARGESMIDDLESEX CENTRE- Individual from Middlesex Centre facing charges. On February 11, 2025, at 7:09 p.m., members of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), were dispatched to…
Reed’s County Sports Report: February Snowfall Big Boost For Snowmobiling Community
Written By Jeffrey Reed Although Middlesex County residents were anxious to trade in their winter boots for gardening gloves last month, a blast of winter reminiscent of traditional snow days…
PORK PRICES TOTALS FROM WEEK OF March 7, 2025:
CME Constructed(US$/cwt DW) $90.11 Exchange Rate(C$/US$) 1.4393 100% Formula Price(C$/ckg DW) $234.79 National Direct Closing(US$/cwt DW) $89.51 USDA Wholesale Pork Price(US$/cwt) $97.78 Quebec Average(C$/ckg DW) $229.75 Quebec Daily Hog Volume132,…
Sheep Prices March 4, 2025
Head $/cwt Lambs 3,732 Under 50 lbs. 57 589.05 50 - 64 lbs. 495 490.44 65 - 79 lbs. 915 445.73 80 - 94 lbs. 678 421.85 95 - 109…
Cattle Prices For week of March 6, 2025
Fed steers and heifers sold through auction markets this week at 171 head, were down 474 head from the previous week and 253 head lower than the same time last…
Opinion: The Importance of Having a Team of Professionals When Buying a Home
Buying a home is one of the biggest financial and personal decisions you’ll ever make. It’s an exciting process, but it can also be complex, requiring expertise in real estate,…
New Horizon Club Bid Euchre Winners
Friday, February 21, 2025: Gary Douglas 24 pts Lois McDonald 18 pts Carol Toetenel 12 pts Margaret Field High score Deb DeNuke Low score Tuesday, February 25, 2025: Carolyn Demers,Jan…
Council Approves Grant Application for Facility Revitalization
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter SOUTHWEST MIDDLESEX - The Municipality is moving forward with an application for funding through the Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF) to support upgrades…
Glencoe Celebrates Farm Toy Show,Melbourne Prepares for Expanded Event
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter GLENCOE – On February 22, despite the chill and heavy snowfall, the Glencoe Agricultural Hall was buzzing with warmth and excitement as…
Fort Rose Maple Company Celebrates Over Three Decades of Syrup Production
Written By Olena Riznyk PARKHILL - Nestled in the heart of the countryside, Fort Rose Maple Company has been producing high-quality maple syrup for over three decades. What began as…
Strathroy Sweetens Up: Local Entrepreneur Opens Unique Candy Store
Written By Olena Riznyk STRATHROY - Craig Robinson, a Strathroy native, has turned his long-time dream into reality by opening a unique candy store in town. His journey from working…
New Funding for Strathroy’s Community Garden
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter STRATHROY- On March 3, council approved an additional allocation of $14,500 from the 2025 Progress through Partnership Program (PTP) for the construction…
Update on Huron Shores Area Transit System Discussed
Written By Olena Riznyk LUCAN-BIDDULPH – Mayor Doug Cook of Lambton Shores and CAO Steve McAuley provided an in-depth update on the progress, challenges, and future of the Huron Shores…
Township Reviews Regional Cooperation on Fire Services and Snow Management
Written By Olena Riznyk LUCAN-BIDDULPH – At the March 4 council meeting, various issues were discussed. Among them, the council reviewed and approved an annual letter of support from the…
Traffic Study Reveals Speeding Concerns on Glendon Dr.
Written By Jan Sims MIDDLESEX CENTRE - Where do drivers going through Middlesex Centre seem to find the need to speed? The answer, according to a new traffic study suggests…
Council Reviews Positive Resident Satisfaction Survey
Written By Jan Sims MIDDLESEX CENTRE - A new survey found that residents of Middlesex Centre are basically satisfied with the service they received from the municipality.A report was presented…
Council Approves Procurement Changes and Surface Treatment Contract
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter ADELAIDE METCALFE - Council approved two staff reports during its March 3rd meeting: an update to the township’s procurement policy and the…
Opinion: Is Mark Carney the Right Leader for Canada’s Challenging Times?
Written By David Gomez What do we know about Mark Carney, the man now poised to become Canada’s next Prime Minister? As he steps into a role filled with substantial…
Curling Day in Canada Celebrated with Enthusiasm at Ilderton Curling Club
Written By Jan Sims ILDERTON - Curling Day in Canada was a sweeping success in Middlesex Centre. The annual event was marked by enthusiasts of the sport across the country…
Middlesex County Commemorates the Battle of Longwoods
Written By David Gomez MIDDLESEX COUNTY - Imagine enduring the harsh winter and the anxiety of battle. The need for survival amid the cold and the valiant defense of their…
Local Author’s Debut Novel Selected as a Finalist in International Book Award Competition
Written By C.J. Frederick MIDDLESEX COUNTY - C.J. Frederick published her debut novel in June, 2024. The story, “Rooted and Remembered”, follows an orphaned boy from his home in British…