Ilderton Fairgrounds Host Exciting Tri-County Heritage & Antique Show
Written By Jan Sims ILDERTON - This year’s Tri-County Heritage & Antique Show had a lot of pull, in more ways than one. The annual three-day event ran from July…
Heavy Rainstorms Cause Severe Flooding in Middlesex Centre
Written By Jan Sims MIDDLESEX CENTRE - Middlesex Centre was among the communities hit with flooding after massive rainstorms moved into the area Monday July 15th.“The localized flooding in the…
Joanne Sanders Memorial Golf Tournament Raises Over $30,000 for Local Charities
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter KERWOOD - On Wednesday, July 17th, the Optimist Hall in Kerwood hosted a cheque presentation ceremony for the Joanne Sanders Memorial Golf…
Adelaide Metcalfe Approves Tender for Sports Lighting Upgrade at Kerwood Park
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter ADELAIDE METCALFE — The Township has approved the tender for upgrading the sports lighting system at Kerwood Park, as discussed in the…
County Council Considers New Roles in Housing Strategy
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter MIDDLESEX COUNTY - On July 16, Middlesex County Council convened to address the pressing issue of attainable housing, with presentations from Cindy…
First Customer in Middlesex County Connected by NFTC
Written By David Gomez MOUNT BRYDGES - In a landmark move for rural internet access, the North Frontenac Telephone Company (NFTC) has connected its first customer in Middlesex County as…
Bluewater Trailers Sponsors Utility Trailer to Friends of Pinery Park
STRATHROY - Bluewater Trailers, Ontario’s largest trailer dealership, proudly announces the sponsorship of a utility trailer to the Friends of Pinery Park, a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting Pinery Provincial…
Execulink Telecom Opens 2024 Scholarship Applications
WOODSTOCK – Local telecom provider Execulink Telecom is proud to open the applications for the 2024 scholarships, awarding three deserving students with $500 scholarships to support them on their way…
Doug Tarry Limited & the Elgin County Railway Museum Finalize a Major
ST THOMAS – Doug Tarry Limited (DTL) and The Elgin County Railway Museum (ECRM) are excited to announce the successful completion of a major land deal, finalized on June 28,…
Council Approves Quotations for Fire StationAir Quality and Facility Improvements
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter STRATHROY-CARADOC - At the July 2 council meeting, important discussions were held regarding the indoor air quality (IAQ) at local fire stations.…
Empowering Youth: North Middlesex Establishes Youth Advisory Committee
Written By Olena Riznyk NORTH MIDDLESEX – The Municipality of North Middlesex is taking a significant step forward in fostering youth engagement and participation in local governance by establishing an…
New Horizon Club Bid Euchre Winners
Friday, June 21, 2024:Cecelia Bury 24 ptsLaura McCallum 18 ptsCarolyn Demers 12 ptsMarg Field High scorePaul Giles Low score Tuesday, June 25, 2024:Jan Little 24 ptsBev Nyman 18 ptsSusan McNaughton…
New Mural in Melbourne Commemorates Canadian Military History
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter MELBOURNE - On Saturday, June 22, the town of Melbourne, witnessed the unveiling of a significant piece of art that pays tribute…
A Night to Remember: Canada Day Celebrations Light Up Ken Vernon Park
Written By Olena Riznyk PARKHILL - The Canada Day celebrations in North Middlesex, held on June 30th at Ken Vernon Park on Kerwood Road, were truly a night to remember.…
Council Approves 2024 Sidewalk Tender Award
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter STRATHROY-CARADOC - During the council meeting on July 2, the 2024 sidewalk tender award was a key topic of discussion. Council evaluated…
Council Reviews Positive 2023 Audit
Written By Olena Riznyk LUCAN BIDDULPH – At the last township council meeting on June 17th, Christene Scrimgeour, the township’s auditor, presented the draft audited report for the year ending…
Land Acquired For New Lucan Elementary School
The Thames Valley District School Board (TVDSB) has acquired land for a new elementary school in Lucan. The new Lucan elementary school will be located on Saintsbury Line south of…
Council Hears Positive Report on Business Recovery
Written By Jan Sims MIDDLESEX CENTRE - Middlesex Centre council got look at how local businesses have come out of the pandemic and a glimpse of the future. At its…
Council Endorses New Design for Komoka
Written By Jan Sims MIDDLESEX CENTRE - Changes to a highly-anticipated development beside the Komoka Wellness Centre were approved by Middlesex Centre council at its July 3rd meeting. The project,…
Komoka Kings Seek Families for Billeting Hockey Players This Season
Written By Jan Sims KOMOKA - The Komoka Kings are looking for families interested in billeting out-of-town players for the upcoming hockey season. “The billet experience can be a pivotal…
Township Reviews 2023 Treasurer’s Investment Report
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter ADELAIDE METCALFE - Council reviewed and discussed the 2023 Treasurer’s Investment Report, during the June 17 council meeting, highlighting the township’s financial…
Council Greenlights Key Drainage Projects
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter ADELAIDE METCALFE - During the last council meeting on June 17, the municipal council approved two significant drainage projects that are set…
Middlesex County Approves Controversial Pedestrian Crossover in Delaware
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter MIDDLESEX COUNTY - At the June 25 County council meeting, a proposal from Middlesex Centre to install a pedestrian crossover at the…
County Transfers EV Charging Stations to Local Municipalities
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter MIDDLESEX COUNTY - During the Middlesex County council meeting on June 25, significant progress was made in sustainable infrastructure with the transfer…
Del-Ko-Brydge Canada Day Ignites Community Spirit in Komoka
Written By David Gomez KOMOKA - On a splendidly sunny July 1st, the Del-Ko-Brydge Canada Day celebrations transformed Komoka into a hub of festive excitement. This cherished event, shared on…
Meet Steve Pinsonneault:Newly Elected MPP for Lambton-Kent-Middlesex
As the newly elected Member of Provincial Parliament for Lambton-Kent-Middlesex, Steve Pinsonneaulthas hit the ground running since his victory in the provincial by-election on May 2, 2024. Representing the Progressive…
Strathroy Hospital Celebrates Inclusivity with New Pride Crosswalk
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter STRATHROY – The Strathroy Middlesex General Hospital (SMGH) unveiled a new Pride crosswalk at the main entrance of their facility on Thursday…
Township Announces Hiring of New CAO
The Municipality of Southwest Middlesex is pleased to announce the hiring of Ms. Amanda Gubbels asthe new Chief Administrative Officer (CAO). Ms. Gubbels will start with Southwest Middlesex on Monday…
New Horizon Club Bid Euchre Winners
Friday , June 7, 2024:No Winners 24 ptsDeb DeNuke 18 ptsLaura MacCallum 12 ptsCarolyn Demers High scoreLois MacDonald Low score Tuesday, June 11, 2024:Shirley Gilliland 24 ptsDeb DeNuke 18 ptsDonna…
Four Counties Health Services Foundation Seeks Continued Support
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter SOUTHWEST MIDDLESEX - At the June 19 council meeting, the Four Counties Health Services Foundation highlighted, through a very engaging presentation, its…