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Written By Olena Riznyk LUCAN BIDDULPH – The November 19 council meeting began with the mayor highlighting the success of the local Remembrance Day events, offering congratulations to the Lucan…
Written By Jan Sims SPORTS - The Komoka Kings won their match against the KW Siskins in dramatic fashion November 16th, winning the game 3-2 in overtime.It looked like the…
Written By Jan Sims MIDDLESEX CENTRE - Water rates are going up for residents of Middlesex Centre. At its November 20th meeting, Middlesex Centre council approved proposed rate hikes of…
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter ADELAIDE METCALFE - At the November 18 council meeting, the township reviewed and approved funding recommendations for the 2025 Council Grant Program.…
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter AILSA CRAIG - A prolonged dispute at Craigwood Youth Services in Ailsa Craig has escalated, with workers and union representatives highlighting deep…
Written By Jan Sims MIDDLESEX CENTRE - It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas, with Santa Claus parades taking place throughout the region in the coming weeks.The Poplar Hill…
Written By Jan Sims MIDDLESEX COUNTY - Trevor Redmond is a man on a mission: to encourage Canadians to become more physically active. And he’s making his point by running…
Written By Olena Riznyk STRATHROY - Encountering a business that brings fresh ideas and luxurious options to home renovations is delightful. Elevate Baths, located at 80 Frank Street, has been…
Written By Jan Sims ILDERTON - Whether they’re new to skating, brushing up on their skills, or trying a different skill, adults are learning to skate through a program run…
Written By the Strathroy Middlesex General Hospital Foundation STRATHROY - As announced in August, Susan McLean, CEO of Strathroy Middlesex General Hospital Foundation (SMGHF), is retiring after 35 years of…
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…