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Written By MPP Steve Pinsonneault It’s hard to believe how quickly the months have flown by since I was re-elected as your Member of Provincial Parliament for Lambton—Kent—Middlesex. I want…
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter STRATHROY — A homicide investigation is ongoing after a 27-year-old man was fatally stabbed on Ashby Crescent in Strathroy during the late…
Written By Sondra Tilley Sasse, Past President of Glencoe District Lions Club GLENCOE - Recently, Canadians have been energized to proudly and visibly demonstrate their patriotism for this beautiful and…
Written By The Township of Lucan Biddulph LUCAN – On Wednesday, the Township of Lucan Biddulph celebrated the development of a new All Wheels Park at Optimist Elm Street Park,…
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter SOUTHWEST MIDDLESEX – Two key recommendations were approved by council at the June 18 meeting, as councillors endorsed the purchase of a…
Written By Olena Riznyk NORTH MIDDLESEX – Following Council’s approval on June 18, a new partnership between the Municipality of North Middlesex and Locality Wellness Hub is now in effect,…
Written By Olena Riznyk NORTH MIDDLESEX – Hundreds of residents and visitors came together on June 30 at Ken Vernon Park in Parkhill to take part in North Middlesex’s official…
Written By Olena Riznyk LUCAN BIDDULPH – The Township hosted a lively two-day Canada Day celebration on June 30 and July 1, drawing in thousands of residents and visitors for…
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…
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…
Written By Heather Horning, Sports Day & BBQ Committee KERWOOD - The Kerwood Adelaide Metcalfe Optimist Club would like to invite you to our 5th Annual Adelaide Metcalfe Sports Day…
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter ADELAIDE METCALFE — Council has voted to proceed with a public engagement session regarding Venfor Inc.’s proposed wind turbine project, which aims…
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter DELAWARE — Under a brilliant blue sky on July 1, the community of Delaware came alive with music, colour, and heartfelt pride…
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter MIDDLESEX COUNTY – County Council received an extensive update on the future of inter-community transit during its June 24 meeting, where consultants…
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, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter MELBOURNE - Despite heavy rain leading up to the weekend, the Melbourne Tractor Fest went ahead as planned on Saturday, June 21,…
Written By Mary Roberts GLENCOE - On June 10, the Glencoe New Horizon Club celebrated its 50-year Anniversary with cake, ice cream and stories. The club stared in 1975 with…
Written By Olena Riznyk PARKHILL - The Parkhill Fair Grounds played host to a vibrant and well-attended community celebration on Saturday, June 14, as the inaugural BogLine SmokeShow brought together…
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter STRATHROY-CARADOC – Council has approved two key infrastructure projects set for 2025, awarding contracts for road resurfacing and sidewalk replacements during its…
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter STRATHROY – Council has approved a downtown beautification project aimed at improving the appearance and safety of Strathroy’s core, focusing on tree…
Written By Olena Riznyk LUCAN BIDDULPH – The June 16 council meeting began with heartfelt recognition of longtime volunteer Linda Barr, who was named the township’s 2025 Senior of the…
Written By Olena Riznyk LUCAN - On Saturday, June 21, the countryside outside Lucan welcomed its first-ever Southwestern Ontario Classic Trials Group (SOCT) event, Round 4 – Lucan, drawing approximately…
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…
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…
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter' ADELAIDE METCALFE – The township’s Community Improvement Plan (CIP) will remain open for the remainder of 2025 despite a lack of applications…
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter KERWOOD – Council received an update on efforts to address the long-standing cat overpopulation issue in Kerwood during its June 16 meeting,…
Written By Olena Riznyk STRATHROY - On Sunday, June 8, the congregations of Strathroy East Christian Reformed Church (ECRC) and Hope Community CRC in Mount Brydges gathered at Alexandra Park…
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 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…
Written By David Gomez STRATHROY – The Strathroy Hometown Festival is back for its 46th year, bringing an expanded celebration of local culture, music, and recreation from June 12 to…