Supporting Local, Strengthening Community
Written By Dan Kiekens, Chair, Downtown Strathroy BIA One of the things I appreciate most about Strathroy is how readily people here show up; for local businesses, and for each…
Hidden Gems in Our Own Backyard
How often have you heard someone say “I didn’t know we had that in Mount Brydges”?It’s something we hear all the time. This is one of the reasons the Mount…
The Hidden Superpower of Shopping Local
One very frequent question is how organizations like the Chamber of Commerce work behind the scenes to support our business community. But the truth is, the most powerful advocate for…
Rediscover Your Downtown
Sometimes the best way to spend a Saturday doesn’t involve travelling very far. Whether you’re looking for a great meal, a unique gift, a fresh cup of coffee, or a…
Interactive Exhibit Brings Strathroy’s History to Life
Written By Olena Riznyk STRATHROY - Visitors can dance, play games, listen to old radio jingles and press buttons as they explore Strathroy’s history at the Museum of Strathroy-Caradoc’s newest…
Del-Ko-Brydge Canada Day Parade Brings Communities Together
Written By David Gomez MOUNT BRYDGES – Hundreds of residents lined the streets of Mount Brydges on Canada Day as the Del-Ko-Brydge celebration returned with a full day of community…
Canada Day Celebration Grows in Second Year
Written By David Gomez STRATHROY — Families spread out lawn chairs and picnic blankets across the Gemini Sportsplex grounds on the evening of June 30 as Strathroy-Caradoc’s volunteer-run Canada Day…
Strathmere Lodge Addresses Inspection Findings
Written By David Gomez STRATHROY - A Ministry of Long-Term Care inspection triggered by a staff abuse investigation has prompted Strathmere Lodge to retrain all employees and implement a series…
Strathroy Celebrates Another Successful Hometown Festival
Written By David Gomez STRATHROY – From midway rides and food trucks to live music and karaoke performances, Alexandra Park was filled with activity as residents gathered for another Strathroy…
A Message From Caradoc Hearing
For nearly 20 years, Lisa Noble-Smith and Shannon Mitchell have been helping individuals and families throughout Strathroy and surrounding communities reconnect with the people and moments that matter most through…
Strathroy-Caradoc Approves Green Bin Program for 2027
Written By David Gomez STRATHROY-CARADOC - A new green bin program is expected to arrive in Strathroy-Caradoc in 2027 after council approved a plan to introduce weekly organics collection as…
Hometown Festival Ready to Rock Strathroy
Written By David Gomez STRATHROY – Bigger rides, new vendors and an expanded Sunday program are among the changes awaiting visitors as the Strathroy Hometown Festival prepares to return to…
Strathroy Gives Future Doctors a Reason to Return
Written By Olena Riznyk STRATHROY – For a group of first-year medical students visiting Strathroy last week, an evening with alpacas may not have looked much like medical training.But that…
Local Scouts Raising Funds for 2027 Netherlands Jamboree
Written By Jan Sims KOMOKA & MOUNT BRYDGES - The Komoka Community Market is open for business once again for the season outside the Komoka Wellness Centre. And the 1st…
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…
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+…
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…
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…
Municipal Infrastructure Projects Approved
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…
Students Visit Graves of Strathroy Brothers Killed in World War II
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…
A Message From Prime Shine Auto Spa
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…
Strathroy-Caradoc Begins Next Phase of Downtown Revitalization Planning
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…
Strathroy Raises Parkinson’s Awareness Flag at Town Hall
Written By David Gomez STRATHROY - Rain fell steadily over Strathroy’s Town Hall on April 10, but a small group still gathered to mark Parkinson’s Awareness Month with a flag-raising…
Local Events Drive Summer Spirit & Business in Mt. Brydges
Written By Amiee Bloemendal,Mt. Brydges BusinessAssociation (MBBA) With the warmer weather returning many of us in the community start thinking about patios, summer evenings, and local events. We sometimes forget…
Plans Unveiled for Multi-Purpose Arts Facility in Strathroy
Written By Olena Riznyk STRATHROY – A long-anticipated transformation of a former downtown bar into a community arts hub took a step forward on March 26, as The Wright Place…
Strathroy-Caradoc Home, Garden & Leisure Show 2026
Get ready for a day of discovery at the Strathroy-Caradoc Home, Garden & Leisure Show 2026, happening on April 18, 2026, at the West Middlesex Memorial Centre.From 9 a.m. to…