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Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter SOUTHWEST MIDDLESEX - Council approved an updated fire protection agreement with Strathroy-Caradoc during its February 4 meeting, formalizing changes to how fire…
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…
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 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 David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter SOUTHWEST MIDDLESEX - Public and council feedback on municipal priorities for 2026 was presented to council during its December 17 meeting, as…
Written By Donald Leitch and Colin McGugan Suas Leis a’ Gàidhlig!If you were walking down the street in Dutton, West Lorne, Rodney or Glencoe in the late 19th century, you…
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter SOUTWEST MIDDLESEX - Council has approved a new long-term cost-sharing agreement for the closed Limerick landfill, formalizing how monitoring and environmental compliance…
Written By Allan Mayhew, Mayor of Southwest Middlesex As 2025 comes to a close, Southwest Middlesex has much to reflect on and much to look forward to. This past year,…
NEWS RELEASE FROM THE SOUTHWEST MIDDLESEX FIRE DEPARTMENT SOUTHWEST MIDDLESEX - On November 12, Enbridge Gas Ontario (Enbridge Gas), the Fire Marshal’s Public Fire Safety Council (FMPFSC) and the Southwest…
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter SOUTHWEST MIDDLESEX - Council received an update on facility rentals and revenue for 2025 during its November 19 meeting, outlining the extent…
Written By Allan Mayhew, Mayor of Southwest Middlesex The Edmund Fitzgerald was an American Great Lakes freighter that sank in Lake Superior during a severe storm, 50 years ago, on…
When The Banner asked me to reflect on shopping local, I quickly realized this message needs to be fresh. My writings in my past could not convey an appropriate message.The…
Written By Mary Simpson & Caroline Gough GLENCOE - The Glencoe & District Historical Society is absolutely buzzing this week, because a remarkable gift has just arrived at The Archives:…
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter SOUTHWEST MIDDLESEX — Council has approved an agreement with Quad County Support Services (QCSS) to create ongoing work placement opportunities for individuals…
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter SOUTHWEST MIDDLESEX — The township has confirmed that residents will again cast their ballots online or by phone in the upcoming 2026…
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter GLENCOE - On the quiet stretch of Simpson Road outside Glencoe, two concrete silos rise above the Thames River flats. Once built…
Written By Jeffrey Reed To define Glencoe golfer Hunter Talbot as a one-dimensional athlete would greatly underestimate the talents of this 18-year-old overachiever. In fact, the winner of this year’s…
Written By The Municipality of Southwest Middlesex GLENCOE - The Municipality is thrilled to announce over $2 million in senior government support to unlock new serviced industrial land in Glencoe,…
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter GLENCOE - The Glencoe Fair returned this past weekend with the familiar mix of livestock shows, homecraft displays, midway rides, and community…
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter NEWBURY – County council has endorsed a new planning process that will see the Village of Newbury’s policies incorporated as a dedicated…
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter SOUTHWEST MIDDLESEX - Council considered two significant matters at its September 3 meeting: the Community School Alliance agreement and the adoption of…
Written By The Municipality of Southwest Middlesex GLENCOE - The Municipality of Southwest Middlesex is pleased to announce that it will receive $1,496,742 in funding through the Province of Ontario’s…
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter SOUTHWEST MIDDLESEX — In a packed council chamber on August 13, the residents of Southwest Middlesex made their voices heard. After weeks…
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter SOUTHWEST MIDDLESEX – Council addressed three infrastructure matters at its July 16 meeting, including the outcome of a resident petition on streetlights…
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter SOUTHWEST MIDDLESEX – A recent presentation by Venfor Inc. proposing the construction of 17 wind turbines within the municipality has ignited a…
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter GLENCOE – On Saturday, July 19, downtown Glencoe transformed into a vibrant celebration of heritage, history, and mystical charm as part of…
Written By Sondra Tilley Sasse, Past President of Glencoe District Lions Club GLENCOE - Recently, Canadians have been energized to proudly and visibly demonstrate their patriotism for this beautiful and…
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter SOUTHWEST MIDDLESEX – Two key recommendations were approved by council at the June 18 meeting, as councillors endorsed the purchase of a…
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter MELBOURNE - Despite heavy rain leading up to the weekend, the Melbourne Tractor Fest went ahead as planned on Saturday, June 21,…
Written By Mary Roberts GLENCOE - On June 10, the Glencoe New Horizon Club celebrated its 50-year Anniversary with cake, ice cream and stories. The club stared in 1975 with…