A Treasured Family Archive Finds Its New Home
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:…
Southwest Middlesex Backs Inclusive Work Program & New Drainage Petition
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…
Council Confirms E-voting for 2026 & Approves Meeting Schedule
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…
The Silo as a Space for Community and Connection
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…
Reed’s County Sports Report: Glencoe Golfer Skilled On,Off Links
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…
Township Secures $2.065M in Multi-Level Government Partnership for Servicing of Glencoe Business and Industrial Park
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,…
Local Pride on Display at the Glencoe Fair
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…
Middlesex County Approves Hybrid Planning Process for Newbury
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…
Council Reviews Community School Alliance Agreement and Adopts New Social Media Policy
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…
Southwest Middlesex Receives $1.5 Million in Provincial Funding
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…
Council Unanimously Rejects Venfor’s Wind Project Proposal
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…
Council Defers $65K Lighting Plan, Appoints Engineers for Drain Repairs
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…
Should Council Approve Venfor’s Wind Energy Project?
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…
Community spirit and Scottish magic merge during Glencoe’s Tartan Days
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…
Canada Day Flag Project
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…
Council Approves Tandem Truck Purchase and Garden Streamlining Plan
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…
Weather Fails to Stop Engines at Melbourne Tractor Fest
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,…
Glencoe New Horizon Club Turns 50
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…
Sports Field Safety & Public Opinion in Lighting Decisions
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter SOUTHWEST MIDDLESEX – Council has approved a lighting upgrade at the Glencoe baseball diamond and initiated a consultation process regarding proposed streetlights…
Council Approves Grant Application for Glencoe Outlet Drain Project
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter SOUTHWEST MIDDLESEX - During its June 4 meeting, Council unanimously approved a motion to submit a grant application to the province under…
Council Approves Road Resurfacing Deal and Drainage Upgrade
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter SOUTHWEST MIDDLESEX – At its May 21 meeting, Council approved two infrastructure-related initiatives aimed at improving local road conditions and drainage systems.…
Council ApprovesUpdated Fire Services Deal with Newbury
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter SOUTHWEST MIDDLESEX & NEWBURY – Southwest Middlesex has renewed its fire protection services agreement with the Village of Newbury, approving a two-year…
Glencoe Agricultural Hall Designated as Main Emergency Shelter
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter SOUTHWEST MIDDLESEX - Council has approved a new agreement with the Glencoe Agricultural Society to formally designate the Glencoe Agricultural Hall as…
Township Approves Pool Upgrades and Renews Fire Mutual Aid Commitment
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter SOUTHWEST MIDDLESEX – Council Approves Pool Upgrades and Continues Fire Department’s Participation in County Mutual Aid Program.At the April 9 meeting of…
Township Approves CIP Grants to Boost Local Business Signage
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter SOUTHWEST MIDDLESEX - The Municipality has approved four applications under the Community Improvement Plan (CIP) 2025, aimed at supporting local businesses through…
New Municipal Drain Proposed in Wardsville Following Severance Request
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter WARDSVILLE — Council has approved a petition under Section 4 of the Drainage Act to explore the construction of a new municipal…
Council Approves Grant Application for Facility Revitalization
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter SOUTHWEST MIDDLESEX - The Municipality is moving forward with an application for funding through the Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF) to support upgrades…
Glencoe Celebrates Farm Toy Show,Melbourne Prepares for Expanded Event
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter GLENCOE – On February 22, despite the chill and heavy snowfall, the Glencoe Agricultural Hall was buzzing with warmth and excitement as…
Animal Control Services to Continue Locally After Council Vote
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter SOUTHWEST MIDDLESEX - Council has decided to pursue a one-year contract with the Southwest Middlesex Animal Shelter following challenges in securing a…
Council Plans Two-Step Process to Fill Ward 3 Council Seat
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter SOUTHWEST MIDDLESEX - The township has decided what step to take to fill the vacant Ward 3 council seat, following the resignation…