Hockey Day in Canada Brings Community Together in Ilderton
Written By Jan Sims ILDERTON - Hockey Day in Canada was marked on Saturday January 17 with fun, friendship and festivities for the Ilderton Jets, their families, and supporters.“It’s an…
New Café Brings International Flavour to Lucan
Written By Olena Riznyk LUCAN – Walk into On the Table Café in Lucan, and the first thing you notice is not the menu–it’s the feeling. The room is warm…
Scottish Gaelic in Southwestern Ontario
Written By Donald Leitch and Colin McGugan Suas Leis a’ Gàidhlig!If you were walking down the street in Dutton, West Lorne, Rodney or Glencoe in the late 19th century, you…
Adelaide Metcalfe Mayor Susan Clarke Elected County Warden for 2026
MIDDLESEX COUNTY - County Council elected Councillor Susan Clarke, Mayor of Adelaide Metcalfe, as the 2026 Warden during its Inaugural Meeting on November 27, following a multi-candidate nomination and ballot…
Adelaide Metcalfe Comes Together to Honour the Fallen in Kerwood
Written By David Gomez KERWOOD - Residents of Adelaide Metcalfe gathered in Kerwood on Sunday November 9th morning for the municipality’s annual Remembrance Day service, filling the fire hall before…
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…
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…
Nairn Hosts 111th Women’s Institute Convention
Written By Olena Riznyk NAIRN – The 111th Southern Area Women’s Institute Convention was held on October 4 at the Church in Nairn, gathering around 60 members and guests from…
Ricco Foods Celebrates Expansion with Ribbon Cutting and Community Event
Written By David Gomez STRATHROY - A large crowd gathered in Strathroy on Saturday, September 20, to celebrate the grand opening of Ricco Foods’ new Cash & Carry outlet. The…
New Signs Help Komoka Families Walk to School
Written By Jan Sims KOMOKA – There is something new for families at Parkview Public School in Komoka this fall. Wayfinding Signs have been installed at several points near the…
Province Awards $17.6 Million for Lucan-Biddulph Wastewater Expansion
Written By David Gomez LUCAN-BIDDULPH – Lucan-Biddulph will move ahead with the largest infrastructure grant in its history after receiving $17.6 million from the province to expand and modernize the…
Annual Golf Tournament Drives Support for Mental Health Services
Written By Olena Riznyk STRATHROY - More than 140 golfers gathered at Caradoc Sands Golf Club on Friday, July 25 for the third annual Golf Fore Mental Health Tournament. Organized…
Ilderton Arena Receives Funding Boost for Major Renovation
Written By Jan Sims ILDERTON - A major upgrade to the Ilderton Arena has received a $1 million dollar boost from the Province of Ontario. Lambton-Kent-Middlesex MPP Steve Pinsonneault was…
Strathroy Marks Canada Day Early with Drones, Fireworks, and Music
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…
Young Voices & Local Bands Shine at Strathroy Hometown Festival
Written By David Gomez STRATHROY — Bright skies and vibrant energy marked the 46th edition of the Strathroy Hometown Festival, held from June 12 to June 15, as residents and…
Out of the Woods: Local Authors Celebrate Book Launch
Written By David Gomez MIDDLESEX & LONDON - Dozens of writers, readers, and community supporters gathered on the evening of June 3 at the Portuguese Club in London to celebrate…
Strathroy Inaugurates Revitalized Baseball Diamond
Written By David Gomez STRATHROY – Despite a chilly afternoon that felt more like late autumn than spring, spirits were high on Saturday, May 24, as the community gathered at…
Donated Pet Oxygen Masks Expand Firefighter Response Capabilities
Written By Jan Sims MIDDLESEX CENTRE - Middlesex Centre firefighters have another tool in their tool kit. And this one is designed to help pets. The municipality has received a…
A Slice of History: Hamilton’s Bakery Continues Tradition of Excellence
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…
A Journey Through Time: Heritage Fair Connects Community with History
Written By David Gomez DELAWARE - On Saturday, March 29, the Middlesex Centre Archives hosted their annual Heritage Fair at the Delaware Community Centre, drawing enthusiasts from across the county…
Annual Murder Mystery Dinner Draws Community Together in Ailsa Craig
Written By Olena Riznyk AILSA CRAIG - On Saturday, March 22, the Ye Olde Town Hall in Ailsa Craig transformed into a curious blend of Irish festivity and small-town sleuthing…
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…
Strathroy Celebrates Launch of Innovative Skilled Trades Hub
Written By David Gomez STRATHROY – On February 19, community leaders, educators, and industry partners gathered at Strathroy District Collegiate Institute and Holy Cross Secondary School to inaugurate the new…
Groundhog Day Brings Joy and Tradition to Melbourne Once Again
Written By Olena Riznyk MELBOURNE - On February 2, the town of Melbourne gathered once again for its beloved Groundhog Day event, which has become a cherished tradition over the…
Young Entrepreneur Brews Up a Coffee Revolution in Glencoe
Written By David Gomez GLENCOE - Ever find yourself craving a coffee that’s a bit out of the ordinary? If you are in Southwest Middlesex or just passing through, The…
Young Middlesex Resident Spreads Holiday Cheer with Charity Stand
Written By Jan Sims MIDDLESEX COUNTY - A 12-year-old Middlesex County boy truly embodied the spirit of giving over the holiday season, helping to raise $350 and 125 lbs. of…
Brian Ropp Elected as Middlesex County Warden for 2025
Written By David Gomez MIDDLESEX COUNTY - Middlesex County Council’s recent inaugural meeting on December 10, 2024, was a landmark occasion as it saw the election of Councillor Brian Ropp…
Controversial Biosolids Facility Proposal Ignites Community Alarm
Written By David Gomez ADELAIDE METCALFE - A significant debate has emerged over the proposed sewage biosolids storage and distribution facility at Kerwood Road. Local community members, led by Heather…
Trevor Redmond Crosses Middlesex County on His Coast-to-Coast Run
Written By Jan Sims MIDDLESEX COUNTY - Trevor Redmond is a man on a mission: to encourage Canadians to become more physically active. And he’s making his point by running…
The Poppy Project Drapes City Hall in a Cascade of Remembrance
Written By David Gomez STRATHROY-CARADOC - On November 2, Strathroy-Caradoc commemorated a significant community milestone with the unveiling of the Poppy Project. Ceremonies took place at 11 a.m. in Strathroy…