Community Spirit Shines at the 174th Ilderton Fair
Written By Jan Sims ILDERTON - The curtain has come down on another successful season for the Ilderton Fair, with crowds enjoying all there was to offer.This year’s fair ran…
Shop Local, Live Local in Middlesex Centre Sept 2025
Municipality of Middlesex Centre Shopping local isn’t just a transaction. It is a meaningful way to invest in Middlesex Centre. Every purchase made from local businesses helps fuel our economy,…
Community Effort Brings Inclusive Swing to Poplar Hill Park
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter POPLAR HILL – On a sunny Sunday morning, September 14, residents of Poplar Hill and surrounding areas gathered at the local park…
Middlesex Centre Approves Added Costs for Renovation Work
Written By Jan Sims MIDDLESEX CENTRE - Council has approved an extra $239,780 for renovations to the Coldstream municipal building.A report to council at its September 17th meeting states: “As…
Ribbon Cutting Marks Growth at SARI Therapeutic Riding
Written By Jan Sims MIDDLESEX CENTRE - A ribbon cutting was held on September 16th to mark an expansion at SARI Therapeutic Riding. Four new horse stalls have been added…
Coldstream Library to Host Kairos Blanket Exercise
Written By Jan Sims COLDSTREAM - The Coldstream Library will be hosting a KAIROS Blanket Exercise on Saturday September 27th from 1 pm to 4 pm. The Blanket Exercise is…
Kilworth-Komoka Roundabouts Open After Months of Construction
Written By Jan Sims MIDDLESEX CENTRE - The roundabouts are ready. After many months of construction, the two roundabouts along Oxford St. and Glendon Dr. leading into and out of…
Upgrades Underway at Komoka Community Centre
Written By Jan Sims KOMOKA - The Komoka Community Centre is getting some upgrades. And while the renovations are taking place, the Centre on Queen’s Ave in Komoka will be…
Middlesex Centre Pushes for Infrastructure, Economic Growth at AMO Meeting
Written By Jan Sims MIDDLESEX CENTRE - Middlesex Mayor Aina DeViet is reflecting on the recent Association of Municipalities of Ontario meeting, calling it a success. “We’re giving the government…
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…
Crunican Orchards Invites Community to 75th Anniversary Celebration
Written By Jan Sims MIDDLESEX CENTRE - Crunican Orchards is celebrating a milestone, and people are invited to join the festivities.On Saturday September 13th, Crunicans is marking its 75th anniversary…
Komoka Kings Aim for Fresh Start in 2025–26 Season
Written By Jan SimsSPORTS - The puck is set to drop on a new season for the Komoka Kings. The team opens on home ice for its 2025-2026 season at…
Ilderton Fair Welcomes New Ambassador for 2025
Written By Jan Sims ILDERTON - Western University student and Ilderton resident Rachel Little has been chosen the 2025 Ilderton Fair Ambassador. Rachel, who is studying civil and environmental engineering,…
Survey Shows Strong Demand for Fitness Programs
Written By Jan Sims MIDDLESEX CENTRE - A question about where recreation program users live, emerged as Middlesex Centre council discussed results of a survey at its August 6th meeting.Ward…
Birr-Area Student Earns Top Honours in Optimist Public Speaking Contest
Written By Jan Sims MIDDLESEX CENTRE - Words of wisdom from a young mind helped propel a Middlesex Centre teen to the winners circle in oratorical competition sponsored by the…
New Policy Aims to Strengthen Arts and Culture in Middlesex Centre
Written By Jan Sims MIDDLESEX CENTRE - Middlesex Centre has a new Arts & Culture policy. The policy was endorsed at the August 6th council meeting, and will serve as…
Residents Invited to Share Priorities for 2026 Budget
Written By Jan Sims MIDDLESEX CENTRE – The township is inviting residents to have their say in the 2026 municipal budget. People have until August 18th to complete a survey…
Glendon Drive Project Could Add Hundreds of New Homes to Middlesex Centre
Written By Jan Sims MIDDLESEX CENTRE - Plans for a large-scale development along Glendon Dr. in Middlesex Centre went before municipal council at its July 16th meeting, with barely a…
Road Closures and Detours as Resurfacing Gets Started
Written By Jan Sims MIDDLESEX CENTRE - Call it a sign of the season; “Road Closed Ahead”. Summer road resurfacing got underway in Middlesex Centre this week. Work is expected…
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…
Major Development Proposed for Glendon Drive
Written By Jan Sims KILWORTH - A major development is planned along Glendon Drive near the shopping plaza and the Komoka Wellness Centre.Sifton Properties is proposing the development at 10242…
Council Approves AI Use Policy for Municipal Operations
Written By Jan Sims MIDDLESEX CENTRE - Middlesex Centre has a new policy governing the use of Artificial Intelligence. At its July 2nd meeting, council approved a staff report dealing…
Optimist Club Hosts Annual Junior Golf Event
Written By Jan Sims SPORTS - They’re getting ready to tee off for the annual Optimist Club of Komoka-Kilworth Junior Golf tournament.The tournament takes place Monday July 14th, at the…
Township Water Rates & BG Club
Written By Alan Good MIDDLESEX CENTRE - During the June 4, 2025 council meeting, two presentations were heard, as Deputy Mayor John Brennan presided over the meeting.Arden McClean from BGC…
Local Youth Awarded Scholarship in Optimist Oratorical Competition!
Written By Elizabeth Campbell, Optimist Club of Bryanston-Birr An outstanding achievement for Odie Bartlett of Middlesex Centre! At the Optimist District ¼ Board meeting in Kirkton on May 3, Odie…
Komoka Market Opens With Local Talent, Family Fun, and Fresh Food
Written By Jan Sims KOMOKA - Outdoor farmers market season is back. In Middlesex Centre, the Komoka Community Market opened for business outside the Komoka Wellness Centre Saturday May 17th.…
Township Looks Ahead with 15-Year Financial Plan
Written By Jan Sims MIDDLESEX CENTRE - Middlesex Centre did some financial crystal ball gazing, looking into long range financial plans.An independent consultant’s report was presented at the June 4th…
Memorial Stone Unveiled in Honour of Longtime Volunteer
Written By Jan Sims MIDDLESEX CENTRE - Tribute was paid to special member of the Middlesex Centre community. Earlier this month, a memorial stone was set in place at the…
Community Comes Together for Period Pad Project in Komoka
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter KOMOKA - A casual conversation at the Komoka Library’s “Koffee House” has grown into a grassroots initiative to provide accessible menstrual care…
Mayor Highlights Growth, Roads, and Renovations
Written By Jan Sims MIDDLESEX CENTRE - Kudos, comments, and concerns were the order of business as Middlesex Centre mayor Aina DeViet oversaw the semi-annual Town Hall Meeting.The May 20th…