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Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter STRATHROY-CARADOC – At its August 5 meeting, Strathroy-Caradoc Council considered two significant planning and development matters: a three-year extension request for an…
Written By Olena Riznyk LUCAN – The Lucan branch of Middlesex County Library wrapped up a busy and successful summer filled with reading programs, family activities, and community partnerships. From…
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,…
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…
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter ADELAIDE METCALFE – Council has approved the purchase of new water drafting equipment for the township’s fire department, fully funded by a…
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter ADELAIDE METCALFE — At its regular meeting on Monday, August 11, council formally welcomed Andrew Campbell as the newest member of the…
Written By Jan Sims MIDDLESEX COUNTY - They’re the heroes when people go missing or need assistance, and now they’re asking people to help with their mission.Ilderton resident Janelle Coultes…
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 MIDDLESEX COUNTY - MPP Bob Bailey and MPP Steve Pinsonneault visited Lucan Biddulph and North Middlesex on August 6 to present the Rural Ontario Development (ROD)…
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter STRATHROY-CARADOC – Council has approved the replacement of two major building ventilation units in local recreation facilities, with both projects awarded to…
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…
Written By Olena Riznyk PARKHILL – The Parkhill Fair returned August 7–10 for its 165th year, bringing three days of entertainment, community pride, and family fun to North Middlesex. Organized…
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter SOUTHWEST MIDDLESEX – Council addressed three infrastructure matters at its July 16 meeting, including the outcome of a resident petition on streetlights…
Written By Olena Riznyk NORTH MIDDLESEX – At its July 16 meeting, council received the 2024 Middlesex OPP Detachment Board Annual Report, presented as part of a province-wide commitment to…
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter STRATHROY – On August 7, under clear skies and with shovels in hand, Burnbrae Farms marked the start of construction for its…
Written By Olena Riznyk LUCAN-BIDDULPH – At the August 5th meeting, Council considered upgrades to the Lucan Community Memorial Centre pavilion, the replacement of the William Street watermain, the County…
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…
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…
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter KERWOOD – The heart of Kerwood Park came alive on Saturday, July 26, as residents and visitors gathered for the 5th Annual…
Written By David Gomez AILSA CRAIG – The sound of bagpipes, the clash of competition, and the hum of community filled the air on Saturday, July 26, as the Ailsa…
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 David Gomez MIDDLESEX COUNTY – As part of an ongoing national modernization effort, Middlesex County Council received an update on July 8 regarding preparations for the rollout of…
Written By Donna Pammer, Executive Director, Strathroy & District Chamber of Commerce It has been a busy and exciting quarter for the Strathroy & District Chamber of Commerce, and we’re…
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter STRATHROY — Under a bright July 5th sky, members of the Strathroy-Caradoc community gathered on the steps of town hall to raise…
Written By Jan Sims MOUNT BRYDGES - If the shoe fits - throw it. The horseshoe that is. Horseshoes is a sport with roots that go back many years, with…
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter SOUTHWEST MIDDLESEX – A recent presentation by Venfor Inc. proposing the construction of 17 wind turbines within the municipality has ignited a…
Written By Olena Riznyk NORTH MIDDLESEX – The second annual Mud Creek Bluegrass Festival, held July 10–13 at Ken Vernon Park in Parkhill, brought together more than 400 attendees for…
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter STRATHROY-CARADOC - Council addressed two key community matters during its regular meeting on July 7: the awarding of a new animal control…
Written By Olena Riznyk LUCAN BIDDULPH – At the July 8 Council meeting, a significant portion of discussion focused on the approval of a pre-servicing agreement for the Timber Ridge…
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…