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Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter KERWOOD - In a significant boost to local fire safety, Enbridge Gas has committed $5,000 to the Adelaide Metcalfe Fire Department, enhancing…
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter SOUTHWEST MIDDLESEX - Council approved a bid for the reconstruction of a section of the Krista Lane Drain, aiming to resolve longstanding…
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter WARDSVILLE - On October 26, the streets of Wardsville came alive with a vibrant mix of tradition, generosity, and community spirit, as…
Written By Olena Riznyk NORTH MIDDLESEX – On November 6 in Parkhill, Enbridge Gas Inc. announced its support for the North Middlesex Fire Department, aiding the purchase of essential training…
Written By Olena Riznyk NORTH MIDDLESEX – On November 7th, the North Middlesex Business Association hosted its second Social Media Workshop, drawing business owners from across the area to enhance…
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter STRATHROY-CARADOC - During the November 4 council meeting, Council deliberated on a proposal to limit the types of flags displayed on municipal…
Written By Olena Riznyk LUCAN – During the November 5 council meeting, Thomas Levesque, Museum Manager and Curator, presented the annual report from the Lucan Area Heritage & Donnelly Museum…
Written By Jan Sims MIDDLESEX CENTRE - Middlesex OPP Detachment Commander Ross Stuart appeared before Middlesex Centre council November 6th to address concerns about a big jump in municipal policing…
Written By Jan Sims ILDERTON - The spooky season has come and gone, but the bragging rights live on for the winners of the Halloween decorating contest sponsored by the…
Written By Aina DeViet, Mayor of Middlesex Centre At the Middlesex Centre (MXC) Mayor’s Breakfast on November 5, I provided an overview of our municipal projects and accomplishments for 2024.…
Written By Sue Clarke, Mayor of Adelaide Metcalfe Harvest season in Adelaide Metcalfe (AM) is well underway and we couldn’t ask for better weather.Our township Public Works Department successfully completed…
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter MIDDLESEX COUNTY - A community-led initiative is underway across Middlesex County, aiming to collect tabs from pop and beer cans to raise…
Written By Jan Sims MIDDLESEX CENTRE - Remembrance Day is traditionally marked in Middlesex Centre with ceremonies in Ilderton, Poplar Hill, and Delaware.Since 2019, the Ilderton Lions Club has been…
Written By David Gomez STRATHROY-CARADOC - On November 2, Strathroy-Caradoc commemorated a significant community milestone with the unveiling of the Poppy Project. Ceremonies took place at 11 a.m. in Strathroy…
Written By Jan Sims MIDDLESEX CENTRE - Money matters were highlighted at the October 16th Middlesex Centre council meeting, with questions raised about a whopping increase in the 2025 Ontario…
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter SOUTHWEST MIDDLESEX - The rehabilitation of Simpson Park is set to be completed by the end of 2024, following the recent reallocation…
Written By Olena Riznyk AILSA CRAIG – On October 19, the vibrant colours of autumn provided the perfect backdrop for Autumn Profile 2024, an exciting event hosted by the Middlesex…
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter STRATHROY-CARADOC - A surge of community spirit has given rise to the Poppy Project in this municipality, a profound initiative that commemorates…
Written By Olena Riznyk LUCAN BIDDULPH – During the October 15th council meeting, council received a report from Darcey Cook, Director of Community Services & Facilities, recommending the submission of…
Written By Jan Sims MIDDLESEX CENTRE - Middlesex Centre council has appointed local businessperson Jean Coles to sit as Ward 1 councillor. Coles fills the seat left vacant by the…
Written By Jan Sims DELAWARE - An open house was held earlier this month at the Delaware Community Centre to welcome potential recruits to the 1st Delaware Medical Venturers and…
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter ADELAIDE METCALFE - At the October 7 council meeting, CAO Morgan Calvert, presented a report on a new initiative, the Environment and…
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter ADELAIDE METCALFE - The results of the 2025 budget survey were presented at the October 7 council meeting, offering insights into the…
Written By David Gomez KERWOOD - On October 17, the township of Adelaide Metcalfe hosted the first of four emergency simulations planned across Middlesex County. The Middlesex County Reception Centre…
Written By Alan Good SPORTS - The North Middlesex Stars played one game, September 28, in Parkhill against the Thamesford Trojans, losing it 2-1.Only one game was played last weekend…
Written By Jan Sims ILDERTON - As the cooler weather arrives, so does curling season. And Ilderton Curling wants to help people who may be interested taking up the sport,…
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter GLENCOE - Six kittens were left trapped inside a taped-up box without food or air at the Strathroy Walmart parking lot on…
Written By Olena Riznyk AILSA CRAIG - On September 28, the Schlegel family celebrated an incredible milestone—60 years of success in the farming industry—with a grand event held at Shady…
Written By the Strathroy Middlesex General Hospital Foundation STRATHROY - The Strathroy Middlesex General Hospital Foundation (SMGH Foundation) proudly announces its recent accreditation from Imagine Canada, a distinguished recognition that…
On October 3rd, Steve Pinsonneault, MPP for Lambton-Kent-Middlesex and Parliamentary Assistant to Minister of Rural Affairs, announced that the Township of Lucan-Biddulph will receive up to $1,700 in funding through…