Young Voices & Local Bands Shine at Strathroy Hometown Festival
Written By David Gomez STRATHROY — Bright skies and vibrant energy marked the 46th edition of the Strathroy Hometown Festival, held from June 12 to June 15, as residents and…
Hometown Festival Returns with Music, Sports & Local Flavour
Written By David Gomez STRATHROY – The Strathroy Hometown Festival is back for its 46th year, bringing an expanded celebration of local culture, music, and recreation from June 12 to…
Council Confirms Support for Existing Fire Station Model
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter STRATHROY-CARADOC – During its June 2 meeting, Council endorsed the continuation of its current three-station fire service model, rejecting a consultant’s recommendation…
Beech Street Project Deferred to 2026
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter STRATHROY - Council received an update on the Beech Street reconstruction project during its June 2 meeting, confirming that construction will likely…
Future Doctors Experience Rural Medicine in Strathroy
Written By Olena Riznyk STRATHROY - A group of medical students from the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry recently spent an inspiring week in Strathroy-Caradoc as part of Discovery…
Medical Students Arrive in Strathroy for Discovery Week
Written By Olena Riznyk STRATHROY - From May 26 to 30, the Middlesex Hospital Alliance (MHA) will welcome a group of first-year medical students from Western University’s Schulich School of…
Strathroy Inaugurates Revitalized Baseball Diamond
Written By David Gomez STRATHROY – Despite a chilly afternoon that felt more like late autumn than spring, spirits were high on Saturday, May 24, as the community gathered at…
Strathroy Chorale Says Goodbye to Director
Ralph Thorn has directed the Strathroy Chorale since 1996, following an earlier eighteen years as accompanist, but he has decided it is time for him to retire. Present and past…
Council Advances 2025 Sidewalk Program with New Installations and Replacements
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter STRATHROY-CARADOC - Council approved the next phase of its annual sidewalk program during the May 5 meeting, directing staff to proceed with…
Exciting Times Ahead with the Chamber of Commerce
Written By Donna Pammer, Executive Director, Strathroy & District Chamber of Commerce I’m thrilled to introduce myself as the new Executive Director of the Strathroy & District Chamber of Commerce.…
A Slice of History: Hamilton’s Bakery Continues Tradition of Excellence
Written By David Gomez STRATHROY - In downtown Strathroy, Hamilton’s Bakery stands as a testament to traditional baking and a deep-rooted family legacy that began in 1946. Founded by Alan…
Strathroy Farmers Rally for Global Hunger Relief at Canadian Food grains Bank Meeting
Written By Olena Riznyk STRATHROY - On March 25, members of the farming community gathered in Strathroy for the Canadian Foodgrains Bank spring meeting. The event focused on how local…
Strathroy Teens Find Fun, Faith, and Friendship at Providence URC
Written By Olena Riznyk STRATHROY - In Strathroy, there is a special place where teens can have fun, make new friends, and grow in their faith. It’s called the Teen…
Strathroy-Caradoc Council Approves New Member for Tri-Township Arena Board
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter MOUNT BRYDGES - Council has officially appointed resident William Flegel to the Tri-Township Arena Board of Management, filling the vacancy left by…
New Speed Limit Request Policy Officially Endorsed in Strathroy-Caradoc
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter STRATHROY-CARADOC - A new Speed Limit Request Policy designed to standardize and streamline the process for altering speed limits on municipal roads…
New BIA Leadership Boosts Strathroy Businesses
Written By Julianne Kloss, Strathroy BIA Coordinator STRATHROY - Strathroy’s downtown business community is off to a fresh start with the Strathroy BIA’s newly appointed Board of Directors. With a…
Local First: Strathroy-Caradoc’s Proactive Response to US Tariffs
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter STRATHROY-CARADOC - As the US tariffs loom over cross-border trade, creating an atmosphere of uncertainty for Canadian businesses, Strathroy-Caradoc has been proactive…
Strathroy Sweetens Up: Local Entrepreneur Opens Unique Candy Store
Written By Olena Riznyk STRATHROY - Craig Robinson, a Strathroy native, has turned his long-time dream into reality by opening a unique candy store in town. His journey from working…
New Funding for Strathroy’s Community Garden
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter STRATHROY- On March 3, council approved an additional allocation of $14,500 from the 2025 Progress through Partnership Program (PTP) for the construction…
Strathroy Rallies to Support Youth with Coldest Night of the Year Event
Written By Olena Riznyk STRATHROY - On February 22, Strathroy came together for a powerful cause as the Coldest Night of the Year (CNOY) fundraising event took place, benefiting the…
Strathroy Celebrates Launch of Innovative Skilled Trades Hub
Written By David Gomez STRATHROY – On February 19, community leaders, educators, and industry partners gathered at Strathroy District Collegiate Institute and Holy Cross Secondary School to inaugurate the new…
Nortera Foods Announces $25 Million Expansion
Middlesex County Press Release STRATHROY - Nortera Foods, a leader in high-quality frozen vegetable production, officially celebrated the opening of its $25 million expansion today with Middlesex County Warden Brian…
Council Passes 2025 Budget with 4.59% Tax Increase
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter STRATHROY-CARADOC - On February 3rd, Council approved the 2025 budget, which includes a 4.59% tax rate increase, during a public council meeting.…
A New Home in Strathroy: Ukrainian Community Thrives Through Fellowship and Fun
Written By Olena Riznyk STRATHROY - Over the past almost three years, a vibrant and growing community has formed in Strathroy, bringing together Ukrainians and Canadians alike. The Strathroy Ukrainian…
Strathroy-Caradoc Extends Architectural Services Contract
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter STRATHROY-CARADOC - At the December 16 council meeting, council approved a three-year extension of its contract with a+LINK Architecture Inc., continuing their…
Council Approves Funding for Community Events
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter STRATHROY-CARADOC – During the council meeting held on December 16, council approved the allocation of grants for community events, marking a significant…
Council Approves Community Garden Initiative
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter STRATHROY - On December 2, Strathroy-Caradoc council voted to approve the establishment of a community garden in Strathroy, aiming to foster local…
Parkinson’s Disease Focus of Recent Council Discussion
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter STRATHROY-CARADOC - Council recently received an in-depth presentation on Parkinson’s disease (PD), organized by the Parkinson’s Society of Southwestern Ontario (PSSO). The…
Artistic Expressions Link Generations in Strathmere Lodge Program
Written By Olena Riznyk STRATHROY - This fall, Strathmere Lodge launched an intergenerational art program, Opening Minds through Art, which paired local high school students with residents for an eight-week…
Ten-Year Road Needs: A Plan for Safer and More Durable Roads
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter STRATHROY-CARADOC - The municipality is poised to significantly improve its road infrastructure over the next decade, following the recent presentation of a…