Permanent Speed Bumps Coming to Komoka School Zone
Written By Jan Sims KOMOKA - Permanent speed bumps are being placed in front of Parkview Public School in Komoka. That’s among the traffic control measures endorsed by Middlesex Centre…
Monthly Book Club Brings Readers Together at Ailsa Craig Library
Written By Olena Riznyk AILSA CRAIG - In a world of screens and busy schedules, the simple joy of sitting down with a good book — and talking about it…
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…
Celebrate Your Oral Health This April
(NC) April is Oral Health Month in Canada, a time dedicated to emphasizing the importance of maintaining good oral hygiene practices for better overall health. An integral part of this…
Travel to the Black Donnelly’s Brewing Company
Written By Alan Good TRAVEL - The motto states it, “It’s not just a beer, it’s a story!” Go in for a beer, come away with the tale that put…
Junior C Showdown
Written By Alan Good SPORTS - The final showdown between the top two teams of the West Yeck division commenced March 21, the Petrolia Flyers giving the Exeter Hawks a…
Medway High Triumphs in Winter Sports, Gears Up for Spring Season
Written By Jan Sims SPORTS - Medway High School is gearing up for the spring sports season after a successful fall and winter. Highlights of the past months include:●The Girls’…
5 Home Renovations that Will Save You Money
(NC) Home renovations can transform your space, making it more beautiful, functional and valuable. But did you know some upgrades can also save you money in the long run? Here…
How to Decorate Your Front Porch for All-Season Weather
(NC) A beautiful front porch welcomes you home, invites visitors in and can be a relaxing spot to spend time reading or people watching. But our unpredictable weather makes it…
Here are the most important things Devon from Bert’s Auto service recommends people do for their vehicles in the spring:
Have your automotive technician performed a spring check up with your oil change and seasonal tire change?Winter in Ontario can be very hard on our vehicles, so it is important…
An Update from MPP Steve Pinsonneault
Since being re-elected as your Member of Provincial Parliament on February 27th, I have been excited to return to my role and reconnect with constituents across Lambton-Kent-Middlesex. It has been…
3 Tips for Car Insurance Buyers
Whether you’re a car insurance newbie or an expert, here are some helpful tips worth considering when buying a car insurance policy. Is my car insurance activeimmediately?Yes, some insurers give…
Seniors Don’t Worry, Be at Peace
Written By Alan Good Do you recall the song, “Don’t worry, be happy”? You have put off seeing the doctor about some malady yet worry about what it could be.…
An In-Depth Discussion with Liberal Candidate Kent Keenan
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter MIDDLESEX-LONDON - In an exclusive interview, Kent Keenan, the Liberal Party candidate for Middlesex-London, shared his vision for the riding, his background,…
Green Party’s Jim Johnston Speaks on Innovation and Integration for Middlesex-London
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter MIDDLESEX-LONDON - As the federal elections approach, Jim Johnston, the Green Party candidate for Middlesex-London, shares his vision for a balanced approach…
Archive Alley: Safe Keeping of Records
Written By Carol Small, Middlesex Centre Archives Are historical records being stored safely? Are the records paper or digital? Are copies stored in a separate location? These questions are important…
Nature’s Purple Pills: The Health Magic of Blueberries
Written By Miranda Regalado When it comes to berries, we have them in every color and flavor. Speaking of blueberries, the source is close to home. They originated in North…
Reboot My Life: Serialized Fiction Part 5 of 8
Written By Brad Harness Frankie, now going by Jordan Smith, drove out of town. He had no particular destination in mind so he took his time, enjoying the scenery and…
Pause For Thought: Interesting facts about…Tasmania
Written By John Bradley At just under 91,000 square kilometres, Tasmania is Australia’s smallest state, around 40% the size of the next smallest state, Victoria, which is Australia’s smallest mainland…
Ask Alice: Spring Fair Traditional Ailsa Craig Event
Written By Alice Gibb For many years, the arrival of spring in Ailsa Craig meant not only the scent of lilacs in the air, but also the annual spring fair.…
Police Files April 9, 2025
SEARCH WARRANT RESULTS IN DRUG TRAFFICKING AND FIREARM CHARGESSOUTHWEST MIDDLESEX- Four individuals have been charged after search warrant executed in Glencoe. On March 26, 2025, members of the Ontario Provincial…
Reed’s County Sports Report: Bike Boom Not Slowing Down
Written By Jeffrey Reed Like many sports and leisure-time activities, cycling experienced a big boom during the COVID-19 pandemic – and there’s no slowing down for this two-wheel fun. In…
Sheep Prices April 1, 2025
Head $/cwt Lambs 4,490 Under 50 lbs. 181 575.58 50 - 64 lbs. 931 522.73 65 - 79 lbs. 1,142 459.47 80 - 94 lbs. 710 428.01 95 - 109…
PORK PRICES TOTALS FROM WEEK OF April 11, 2025:
CME Constructed(US$/cwt DW) $88.57 Exchange Rate(C$/US$) 1.4266 100% Formula Price(C$/ckg DW) $228.70 National Direct Closing(US$/cwt DW) $88.14 USDA Wholesale Pork Price(US$/cwt) $95.45 Quebec Average(C$/ckg DW) $213.93 Quebec Daily Hog Volume133,…
Grain Trends: Special Edition – Market Trends Report – USDA Report March 31, 2025:
Corn: Corn seems to be above the fray with regard to tariff price action. There have been all kinds of bad news thrown at the corn market with regard to…
Cattle Prices For week of April 3, 2025
Fed steers and heifers sold through auction markets this week at 94 head, were down 798 head from the previous week and 412 head lower than the same time last…
Platinum Key Realty: Personalized Service for Every Home Buyer and Seller
Written By The Team at Platinum Key Realty Inc. Buying or selling a home can be one of life’s most significant decisions, and choosing the right real estate professional can…
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…
McGillivray PS Needs Playground Equipment
Written By Alan Good MCGILLIVRAY - McGillivray Public School, located just north of Parkhill, is a small community-oriented school. Challenges that might appear taxing to some schools are more distressing…
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…