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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…
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.…
Written By Jan Sims MIDDLESEX COUNTY - The cheers could be heard long and loud in London and Middlesex County as the London Knights won the Memorial Cup on June…
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter MIDDLESEX COUNTY – County Council received an in-depth update on the County’s emergency management program during its May 27 meeting, outlining the…
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter SOUTHWEST MIDDLESEX – Council has approved a lighting upgrade at the Glencoe baseball diamond and initiated a consultation process regarding proposed streetlights…
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter SOUTHWEST MIDDLESEX - During its June 4 meeting, Council unanimously approved a motion to submit a grant application to the province under…
Written By Olena Riznyk NORTH MIDDLESEX – Three significant planning items received council approval during the June 4 meeting. The first concerned Jameson Street in Ailsa Craig, where a minor…
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter STRATHROY-CARADOC – During its June 2 meeting, Council endorsed the continuation of its current three-station fire service model, rejecting a consultant’s recommendation…
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter STRATHROY - Council received an update on the Beech Street reconstruction project during its June 2 meeting, confirming that construction will likely…
Written By Olena Riznyk LUCAN-BIDDULPH – During the June 3 meeting, Council approved a motion to proceed with an Active Transportation Needs Report for Highway 4, following a requirement from…
Written By Olena Riznyk LUCAN-BIDDULPH – At its June 3 meeting, Council addressed a wide range of matters, including the township’s 2024 draft financial statements, wastewater treatment performance, new housing…
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…
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…
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter ADELAIDE METCALFE – Council members and staff received a detailed presentation from Venfor Inc. on June 2, outlining the company’s proposed wind…
Written By Olena Riznyk STRATHROY - A group of medical students from the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry recently spent an inspiring week in Strathroy-Caradoc as part of Discovery…
Written By David Gomez MIDDLESEX & LONDON - Dozens of writers, readers, and community supporters gathered on the evening of June 3 at the Portuguese Club in London to celebrate…
Written By Olena Riznyk STRATHROY - From May 26 to 30, the Middlesex Hospital Alliance (MHA) will welcome a group of first-year medical students from Western University’s Schulich School of…
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter MIDDLESEX COUNTY – During its May 13 meeting, Middlesex County Council approved a $687,500 loan to support the Glencoe Business and Industrial…
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…
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter SOUTHWEST MIDDLESEX – At its May 21 meeting, Council approved two infrastructure-related initiatives aimed at improving local road conditions and drainage systems.…
Written By Olena Riznyk Correction and Apology – Article on Page 9 of May 28 EditionIn our article titled “Parkhill Residents Voice Concerns Over Main Street Redevelopment,”published on page 9…
Written By Olena Riznyk LUCAN BIDDULPH – In a significant move toward modernizing local emergency services, council voted at its May 20 meeting to begin the process of dissolving both…
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…
Written By Jan Sims ILDERTON - Council has approved plans to sell the former CIBC building in downtown Ilderton. It will be sold to the company that operates Elite Performance…
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter ADELAIDE METCALFE – Council has officially declared a vacant seat following the resignation of Councillor Arend Noordhof and agreed to fill the…
Written By Olena Riznyk AILSA CRAIG - Sunshine, live music, and the smell of sizzling burgers welcomed guests to the grand opening of Van Osch Farm Store on Saturday, May…