Turtle Watch Middlesex Centre Urges Drivers to Watch for Turtles on Roads
Written By Jan Sims MIDDLESEX CENTRE - Motorists are asked to be on the lookout for turtles that are crossing the road. Beginning in early spring, turtles emerge from their…
Investment, Tourism Activity Highlighted
Written By David Gomez MIDDLESEX COUNTY - More than 800 investment inquiries and several large-scale development prospects were among the highlights presented to Middlesex County council during a quarterly update…
Housing Plan Moves Forward
Written By David Gomez MIDDLESEX COUNTY - Housing pressures, homelessness prevention and the need for affordable housing were at the centre of discussion during Middlesex County council’s May 12 meeting,…
The Kiwanis Club of Rodney and Staples Strathroy Donate to Eckoe P.S.
Written By Larry Schneider, member of the Kiwanis Club of Rodney GLENCOE - Each year the Kiwanis Club of Rodney partners with the Staples store in Strathroy to raise funds…
Digging Into Southwestern Ontario’sAgricultural Past
Written By David Gomez GLENCOE - The Glencoe & District Historical Society and the Glencoe Library continued their joint Spring Author Series on May 20 with a presentation by author…
Students & Families at Eckoe Public School Make a Large Donation of Children’s Books to Rodney Kiwanis Children’s Literacy Campaign
Written By Larry Schneider, member of the Kiwanis Club of Rodney GLENCOE - Co chairs of the Rodney Kiwanis Signature Project, their Children’s Literacy Program, Larry Schneider and Sharon Little,…
Council Reviews Development Proposals
Written By Olena Riznyk NORTH MIDDLESEX – Housing development, agricultural expansion and infrastructure concerns were among the main topics discussed during the last council meeting on May 20.Several planning matters…
New Exhibit Pairs Poetry with Textile Art
Written By Olena Riznyk AILSA CRAIG – Poetry and fibre art are coming together at the Ailsa Craig Arts Centre through a new exhibit that pairs local poems with handmade…
New Structural Review Approved for 137 Frank St.
Written By David Gomez STRATHROY - Questions surrounding the condition and future renovation of 137 Frank St. led to an extended discussion at Strathroy-Caradoc council on May 19, as councillors…
Municipality Reviews Transit, Winter Maintenance and Safety Concerns
Written By Olena Riznyk LUCAN BIDDULPH – Mayor Cathy Burghardt-Jesson opened the last council meeting on May 19 by recognizing two provincial grants recently received by the township. One funded…
Middlesex-London Health Unit Launches Rural Clinic in Lucan
Written By Olena Riznyk LUCAN – A new nurse-led health clinic officially launched May 12 at the Lucan Library as part of a Middlesex-London Health Unit program aimed at improving…
Ilderton Curlers Bring Home Silver from World Championship
Written By Jan Sims ILDERTON - The Ilderton Curling Club’s Owen Henry and Brooklyn Ideson did their country proud, coming home with a silver medal from the recent World Junior…
Water and Wastewater Capacity Policy Approved
Written By Jan Sims MIDDLESEX CENTRE – The township has a new policy impacting water and wastewater services. At its May 20th meeting, council voted in favour of a policy…
Township Approves Additional Funding for Ilderton Arena Renovations
Written By Jan Sims MIDDLESEX CENTRE - Council has approved additional funds to cover the cost of renovations to the Ilderton Arena. At its May 6th meeting Council gave the…
Election Oversight Changes Approved
Written By David Gomez ADELAIDE METCALFE - Procedural changes tied to the 2026 municipal election and council compensation were approved during council’s May 19 meeting, as councillors adopted bylaws related…
Provincial Ministers Visit TRY Recycling’s London Facility, Recognizing Ontario-Made Leadership in Recycling and Resource Recovery
MIDDLESEX CENTRE — TRY Recycling welcomed the Honourable Rob Flack, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, and the Honourable Todd McCarthy, Minister of the Environment, Conservation and Parks, to its…
Residents Push for Playground Return at Southfield Park
Written By David Gomez STRATHROY - Residents around Southfield Park are hoping a long-empty green space in Strathroy could once again become a place for children to play.Questions surrounding the…
First 50+ Expo Connects Strathroy Seniors with Community Resources
Written By Olena Riznyk STRATHROY – Questions about pensions, healthcare, fraud prevention and retirement planning brought seniors to the Strathroy Lions Club on May 20 for the community’s first 50+…
Ailsa Craig Village Association (ACVA) Donates to “Building a New Craigholme” Campaign
AILSA CRAIG - After a successful Ailsa Craig Annual Main Street Car Show, there was a generous $5,000.00 donation to the “Building A New Craigholme” Campaign.The Car Show Committee worked…
Community Spirit Set in Stone with New Ilderton Initiative
Written By Jan Sims MIDDLESEX CENTRE - There’s a new way to have your family name, business, or memorial recognized in Middlesex Centre. The Ilderton Optimist Club has launched a…
A New Chapter for Sewing in Strathroy: The Wobbly Bobbin Sewing Studio Carries on a Local Creative Legacy
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…
Fiddle Country with Scott Woods
“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…
The Local Loop: Why Our Choices Define Our Future
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…
Small Towns Thrive When You Shop Local
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…
A Smile and a Handshake Cannot be Hacked
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…
BookFest 2026 Brings Local Writers and Readers Together
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…
Historic Ye Olde Towne Hall to Host Sean McCann Solo Performance
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…
The Appin Jane’s Walk
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…
Municipalities Unite on Election Compliance Committee for 2026
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…
GDHS Pollinator Garden Receives Municipal Support for Final Phase
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…