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Written By The Municipality of Southwest Middlesex GLENCOE - The Municipality is thrilled to announce over $2 million in senior government support to unlock new serviced industrial land in Glencoe,…
Written By Olena Riznyk NORTH MIDDLESEX – CAO Paul Shipway presented Middlesex County’s strategic priorities and upcoming initiatives to North Middlesex Council at the last council meeting on October 1st.…
Written By Olena Riznyk NORTH MIDDLESEX – At the October 1 meeting, council dealt with several planning, drainage, and community service matters, including a barn setback variance, a farm severance,…
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter STRATHROY-CARADOC – Council has voted to continue operating the Downtown Strathroy Market under municipal oversight, opting to retain the popular night markets…
Written By Olena Riznyk LUCAN – On Saturday, September 27, Lucan Library hosted a vibrant community art exhibition, bringing together local artists and residents for an afternoon of creativity and…
Written By Jan Sims MIDDLESEX CENTRE - There were words of warning about the cost of maintaining municipal assets like roads, bridges and water systems in Middlesex Centre.“Currently 54% of…
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…
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter ADELAIDE METCALFE - Council heard updates on local fire department operations and infrastructure funding during its October 6 meeting, where Fire Chief…
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter MIDDLESEX COUNTY - When author Donna Costa sat down to write about her mother’s struggle with Alzheimer’s, she did not begin with…
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…
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,…
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter ADELAIDE METCALFE - Council met on September 15 to review two staff reports that addressed matters with financial implications for both the…
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…
Written By Olena Riznyk LUCAN BIDDULPH – At the last council meeting on September 16, a significant part of the discussion centred on a new Middlesex County policy allowing municipalities…
Written By Olena Riznyk LUCAN BIDDULPH – At the September 17 meeting, councillors approved a request to formally separate the property at the corner of Richmond Street and Saintsbury Line,…
Written By Olena Riznyk PARKHILL – On Friday, September 20, more than 30 people – children with parents, grandparents, and longtime residents – gathered at the North Middlesex Market for…
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter GLENCOE - The Glencoe Fair returned this past weekend with the familiar mix of livestock shows, homecraft displays, midway rides, and community…
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter STRATHROY – Middlesex County councillors have approved a plan to undertake a comprehensive review and master plan for Strathmere Lodge, the county-owned…
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…
The theme for Fire Prevention Week, October 5–11, 2025, is “Charge into Fire Safety™: Lithium-Ion Batteries in Your Home.”Sept 24, 2025 — The Middlesex-fire departments are teaming up with the…
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…
Every Canadian deserves to feel safe in their own home. However, due to the Liberal Government’s soft-on-crime policies, too many families are left wondering whether the justice system protects law-abiding…
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…
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter NEWBURY – County council has endorsed a new planning process that will see the Village of Newbury’s policies incorporated as a dedicated…
Written By Olena Riznyk NORTH MIDDLESEX – Ken Logtenberg of BM Ross and Associates presented the 2025 Roads Needs Study to council on September 3rd, offering a detailed review of…
Written By The Municipality of Strathroy-Caradoc STRATHROY-CARADOC - The Municipality of Strathroy-Caradoc is pleased to announce Stephanie Cyros as the newly appointed Deputy Fire Chief – Training, Prevention and Emergency…
Written By Olena Riznyk LUCAN – For three decades, the Lucan Area Heritage and Donnelly Museum has been at the heart of preserving and sharing the stories that shaped the…
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter STRATHROY-CARADOC - Council has approved the use of internet and telephone voting for the upcoming municipal election scheduled for October 25, 2026.…
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter SOUTHWEST MIDDLESEX - Council considered two significant matters at its September 3 meeting: the Community School Alliance agreement and the adoption of…