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Written By Jan Sims MIDDLESEX CENTRE - Significant planning changes are in the works, impacting the way housing looks in Middlesex Centre. At its January 28th meeting, Middlesex Centre council…
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter ADELAIDE METCALFE – The Township addressed a series of operational and infrastructure-related matters during its February 2 meeting, approving updates to water…
NORTH MIDDLESEX — On January 23, MPP Steve Pinsonneault announced the Ontario government is investing up to $4,024,125 to reconstruct water infrastructure in the Municipality of North Middlesex. The funding…
Written By Olena Riznyk MELBOURNE – Residents gathered at the Melbourne Legion building during the first weekend of February for the community’s annual Groundhog Day celebrations, a long-standing tradition that…
MIDDLESEX COUNTY - On January 13, County Council passed By-law 7389 to adopt the 2026 Budget of the County of Middlesex, which will result in a 3.87% increase to the…
Written By Olena Riznyk NORTH MIDDLESEX – At the January 14 council meeting, councillors formally welcomed Scott Jones as the municipality’s new Fire Chief, noting his previous experience within the…
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter MIDDLESEX COUNTY — Councillors were presented with an information report outlining how representation on Middlesex County Council will be determined for the…
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter STRATHROY-CARADOC — The municipality’s water and wastewater user rates for 2026 was approved by council, following a detailed discussion during its January…
Written By Jan Sims MIDDLESEX CENTRE - Council began the new year by receiving an update on homelessness in the region by a delegation from Middlesex County.Joe Winser, Acting Director…
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter SOUTHWEST MIDDLESEX - The Municipality received its Chief Administrative Officer’s Quarterly Update for the fourth quarter of 2025 during its January 14…
Written By Olena Riznyk PARKHILL – The Parkhill Branch Library was filled with colour and creativity on January 21 as residents gathered for another popular Paint Night, an event that…
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter STRATHROY-CARADOC — Council has approved moving forward with the installation of new playground equipment at South Grove Meadows Park, following an extensive…
Press Release from the Municipality of Strathroy-Caradoc The Municipality has received $15,025,118 in grant funding from the Provincial Government, more specifically the Municipal Housing and Infrastructure Program – Health and…
Written By Olena Riznyk LUCAN-BIDDULPH – The township focused on drainage upgrades and long-term infrastructure planning, addressing projects tied to upcoming municipal priorities and future capital planning during its January…
Written By Jan Sims MIDDLESEX CENTRE - Members of Middlesex OPP were on hand to explain the 2025 policing statistics for Middlesex Centre at the January 14 council meeting.And they…
Written By Jan Sims ILDERTON - Just in time for the Winter Olympics, the signs recognizing two of Canada’s most celebrated Olympians are back up in Ilderton.The signs, commemorating skaters…
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter ADELAIDE METCALFE - Fire services and winter operations were front and centre at the council meeting on January 12, as councillors considered…
Press Release from the Middlesex Federation of Agriculture The Middlesex Federation of Agriculture (MFA) is pleased to announce the recipients of the three scholarships that were offered in 2025 totalling…
Written By Olena Riznyk LUCAN – For Laura Preisler-Annesley, opening Dessert First Bakery Cafe was more than launching a business–it was the beginning of a new chapter built on experience,…
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter MIDDLESEX COUNTY — County councillors received a detailed overview of economic development and tourism activity in Middlesex County during the January 13…
Written By Jan Sims ILDERTON - Hockey Day in Canada was marked on Saturday January 17 with fun, friendship and festivities for the Ilderton Jets, their families, and supporters.“It’s an…
Dairy producers, industry professionals and enthusiasts, mark your calendars! The South Western Ontario Dairy Symposium (SWODS) is back for its 41st edition on Thursday, February 19th at the heart of…
The fight to save one of the world’s most iconic species has found a powerful ally in Strathroy.Through the leadership of Chris Das, a member of the Rotary Club of…
MIDDLESEX – Middlesex County is pleased to announce that it has received provincial approval for up to $3.4 million in funding through the Ontario Transit Investment Fund (OTIF) to support…
Written By Olena Riznyk LUCAN – At Sweet Pea Fusion Studio, the goal is not just movement, but pause - a place designed for people to step out of busy…
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter The stillness and concentration that enveloped Western University’s von Kuster Hall last Friday evening was not the kind that comes from formality,…
Written By The Township of Lucan Biddulph LUCAN – The Township of Lucan Biddulph is pleased to announce the appointment of Ron DeBrouwer as the Township’s new Director of Emergency…
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter SOUTHWEST MIDDLESEX - Council approved two finance measures at its January 7 special meeting aimed at managing the municipality’s cash flow while…
Written By Olena Riznyk NORTH MIDDLESEX – While winter break is often a busy time for families, the North Middlesex Library branches offered a warm and welcoming place for children…