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Written By Olena Riznyk MELBOURNE – Residents gathered at the Melbourne Legion building during the first weekend of February for the community’s annual Groundhog Day celebrations, a long-standing tradition that…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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 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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…