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Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter MIDDLESEX–LONDON - Taylor McIntosh, a frontline child and youth worker, union leader, and mother, is running as the New Democratic Party (NDP)…
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter GRAND BEND – What began as a dream from the pages of a Dutch newspaper has blossomed into one of Southwestern Ontario’s…
Written By Jeffrey Reed Today, as we groan about the price of eggs and butter, sports memorabilia collectors have no problem shelling out their hard-earned wages for a bubblegum card,…
Head $/cwt Lambs 8,025 Under 50 lbs. 724 549.08 50 - 64 lbs. 2,600 516.81 65 - 79 lbs. 2,101 445.96 80 - 94 lbs. 1,221 408.01 95 - 109…
CME Constructed(US$/cwt DW) $85.34 Exchange Rate(C$/US$) 1.3884 100% Formula Price(C$/ckg DW) $214.40 National Direct Closing(US$/cwt DW) $84.72 USDA Wholesale Pork Price(US$/cwt) $93.27 Quebec Average(C$/ckg DW) $199.09 Quebec Daily Hog Volume133,…
Fed steers and heifers sold through auction markets this week at 340 head, were down 115 head from the previous week and 230 head lower than the same time last…
Friday, April 4, 2025: Gord Mitchell 18 pts Gary Douglas 12 pts Lois Steen & Lois McDonald High Score Susan McNaughton Low Score Tuesday, April 8, 2025:Deb DeNuke 24 pts…
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter SOUTHWEST MIDDLESEX – Council Approves Pool Upgrades and Continues Fire Department’s Participation in County Mutual Aid Program.At the April 9 meeting of…
Written By Olena Riznyk NORTH MIDDLESEX – During the April 9 meeting, Sam Shannon, Director of Infrastructure and Operations, presented a report to council recommending the addition of an asphalt…
Written By Donna Pammer, Executive Director, Strathroy & District Chamber of Commerce I’m thrilled to introduce myself as the new Executive Director of the Strathroy & District Chamber of Commerce.…
Written By Olena Riznyk LUCAN BIDDULPH – The April 8th council meeting opened with a heartfelt tribute to Deputy Fire Chief Tim Shipley, who retired after nearly 30 years of…
Written By Olena Riznyk LUCAN - On April 17, Lucan library visitors joined to celebrate National Canadian Film Day with a screening of BlackBerry, the darkly comedic story of the…
Written By Jan Sims MIDDLESEX CENTRE - The province is planning to extend strong mayor powers to an additional 169 Ontario municipalities, including Middlesex Centre. But are they likely to…
Volunteers Make Waves.Together, we create ripples of change The theme for National Volunteer Week 2025 is Volunteers Make Waves. It highlights the power, impact and importance of individual and collective…
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter KERWOOD – Council has officially designated the 2025 Kerwood Annual Ball Tournament as a municipally significant event, a move that clears the…
Written By David Gomez Pope Francis has passed away at the age of 88. And as I write this column, a profound sadness takes hold of my entire body and…
Written By Middlesex County Media Relations MIDDLESEX COUNTY – At the April 8th meeting of Middlesex County Council, Durk Vanderwerff was appointed Acting Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) of the County…
Written By Jan Sims KOMOKA - Permanent speed bumps are being placed in front of Parkview Public School in Komoka. That’s among the traffic control measures endorsed by Middlesex Centre…
Written By Olena Riznyk AILSA CRAIG - In a world of screens and busy schedules, the simple joy of sitting down with a good book — and talking about it…
Written By David Gomez STRATHROY - In downtown Strathroy, Hamilton’s Bakery stands as a testament to traditional baking and a deep-rooted family legacy that began in 1946. Founded by Alan…
(NC) April is Oral Health Month in Canada, a time dedicated to emphasizing the importance of maintaining good oral hygiene practices for better overall health. An integral part of this…
Written By Alan Good TRAVEL - The motto states it, “It’s not just a beer, it’s a story!” Go in for a beer, come away with the tale that put…
Written By Alan Good SPORTS - The final showdown between the top two teams of the West Yeck division commenced March 21, the Petrolia Flyers giving the Exeter Hawks a…
Written By Jan Sims SPORTS - Medway High School is gearing up for the spring sports season after a successful fall and winter. Highlights of the past months include:●The Girls’…
(NC) Home renovations can transform your space, making it more beautiful, functional and valuable. But did you know some upgrades can also save you money in the long run? Here…
(NC) A beautiful front porch welcomes you home, invites visitors in and can be a relaxing spot to spend time reading or people watching. But our unpredictable weather makes it…
Have your automotive technician performed a spring check up with your oil change and seasonal tire change?Winter in Ontario can be very hard on our vehicles, so it is important…
Since being re-elected as your Member of Provincial Parliament on February 27th, I have been excited to return to my role and reconnect with constituents across Lambton-Kent-Middlesex. It has been…
Whether you’re a car insurance newbie or an expert, here are some helpful tips worth considering when buying a car insurance policy. Is my car insurance activeimmediately?Yes, some insurers give…
Written By Alan Good Do you recall the song, “Don’t worry, be happy”? You have put off seeing the doctor about some malady yet worry about what it could be.…