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STRATHROY — For years, 15 Centre Street West has been a destination for local makers as the home of ABQ Sewing Studio. This May, the storefront begins an exciting new…
“Giving back to the community with the talents we were blessed with” is how Scott Woods describes his upcoming Fiddle Country tour. “Most of the shows on this tour help…
By Donna Pammer, Executive Director Strathroy & District Chamber of Commerce In the spring of 2026, the phrase “Shop Local” has moved beyond a community sentiment; it has become a…
Every time you choose a local shop, café, or service, you’re helping real people who live and work in throughout Strathroy-Caradoc.Strathroy-Caradoc offers a lot to explore, with a mix of…
Written By Allan Mayhew,Mayor of Southwest Middlesex Following a request from The Banner staff for a letter of opinion on the importance of shopping locally, I realized I had neglected…
Written By David Gomez MIDDLESEX COUNTY & LONDON - Inside St. Anne’s Anglican Church Hall in Byron, visitors moved between rows of independently published books, a poetry station and local…
Written By Olena Riznyk AILSA CRAIG – After years of performing for massive crowds across Canada, Sean McCann says the shows he remembers most are the small ones.McCann will bring…
Written By Dylan Grubb APPIN - You would be very surprised to learn of the long and storied history that has taken place over the years in the little town…
Written By David Gomez SOUTHWEST MIDDLESEX - A regional approach to election oversight will be used for the 2026 municipal election cycle after Southwest Middlesex council approved participation in a…
Written By David Gomez SOUTHWEST MIDDLESEX - Rows of local plants, towering sunflowers and interpretive displays at Glencoe District High School (GDHS) became the focus of discussion at council on…
Written By Olena Riznyk NORTH MIDDLESEX – At the last council meeting on May 6, council supported proposed housing grant changes, approved a new animal control contract, discussed local school…
Written By David Gomez STRATHROY-CARADOC – Council approved several infrastructure and emergency preparedness initiatives during its April 20 meeting, including road reconstruction work, sidewalk improvements, a culvert replacement project and…
Written By Olena Riznyk LUCAN – The Lucan Fire Hall was packed for the return of the Lucan Firefighter’s Breakfast on May 3, as families, neighbours and long-time regulars gathered…
Written By Jan Sims DELAWARE - They revved their engines for another racing season at Delaware Speedway. Opening weekend took place May 8th and 9th.The Delaware Speedway draws an average…
Written By Jan Sims KOMOKA - A proposed large-scale development on Glendon Drive in Komoka has passed another marker on its way to becoming a reality.Middlesex Centre council has approved…
Written By David Gomez ADELAIDE METCALFE - Emergency responses and upcoming changes to commercial recycling services were among the topics discussed during council’s April 20 meeting, where councillors also approved…
Written By Olena Riznyk PARKHILL – Staff, customers and local officials gathered May 8 as Parkhill Home Building Centre celebrated its grand re-opening with a ribbon cutting ceremony, barbecue and…
Written By Jan Sims STRATHROY - Students from Strathroy District Collegiate got a special understanding of the sacrifices made by soldiers in World War II, as part of a school…
Written By Olena Riznyk GLENCOE – Students moved through parks, sidewalks and along the railway tracks across Glencoe on Earth Day morning, picking up garbage in places people don’t always…
Written By Olena Riznyk PARKHILL – Human trafficking doesn’t always look like crime–and that’s exactly what makes it dangerous.That was the message shared during a recent community awareness session at…
We took the time on this spring day to ask a few questions of Prime Shine Auto Spa in Strathroy Why do we need to get your vehicle detailed? It’s…
Written By David Gomez MIDDLESEX COUNTY - Three administrative decisions ranging from transit funding to election rules and paramedic governance moved forward at Middlesex County council’s April 14 meeting, as…
Written By David Gomez STRATHROY-CARADOC - A $40,000 consultation plan aimed at shaping future downtown revitalization projects in Strathroy and Mount Brydges has been approved, with councillors debating how much…
Written By Olena Riznyk AILSA CRAIG – Bagpipes, drums and a busy dance floor filled Ye Olde Towne Hall on April 18 as Mudmen returned to Ailsa Craig for a…
As your Member of Parliament for Middlesex—London, I hear from our communities every single day about how the rising cost of living is squeezing fixed incomes. Many of you have…
Written By Jan Sims MIDDLESEX CENTRE - There was a rosy outlook as Middlesex Centre council got an update on the municipality’s strategic plan at its April 8th council meeting.The…
Written By Jan Sims ILDERTON - The Ilderton Curling Club will be well represented at the upcoming World Junior Mixed Doubles Championships.Brooklyn Ideson and Owen Henry will represent Canada at…
PARKHILL — Music fans are invited to relive the golden age of rock & roll on Saturday, May 23, 2026, when a spectacular tribute concert celebrating Buddy Holly and Roy…
Written By David Gomez SOUTHWEST MIDDLESEX – Council approved measures tied to the 2026 municipal election process and the renewal of local animal control services during its April 8 meeting.One…