Wastewater Upgrade Project Moves Ahead Following Council Vote
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter STRATHROY-CARADOC – The municipality has endorsed moving forward with a tender for upgrades to the Strathroy Wastewater Treatment Facility, selecting the option…
Municipality Wins EDCO Award of Excellence for Canvas & Culture Art Fest
Press Release from the Municipality of Strathroy-Caradoc The Municipality is proud to announce that it has received an EDCO Award of Excellence for the 2025 Canvas & Culture Art Fest…
A Message from your Mayor
Written By Cathy Burghardt-Jesson, Mayor of Lucan-Biddulph After thoughtful consideration, I am announcing that I will not be seeking re-election in the upcoming municipal election.This decision did not come easily.…
Housing Accelerator Fund Zoning Changes Go Before Council
Written By Olena Riznyk LUCAN-BIDDULPH – On February 3rd, council considered a mix of planning matters, funding updates, community safety initiatives, correspondence items, and routine municipal business, with discussion ranging…
Council Advances Bylaw to Allow More Flexible Housing Development
Written By Jan Sims MIDDLESEX CENTRE - Significant planning changes are in the works, impacting the way housing looks in Middlesex Centre. At its January 28th meeting, Middlesex Centre council…
Utility Rates, Winter Operations and Economic Incentives Reviewed
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter ADELAIDE METCALFE – The Township addressed a series of operational and infrastructure-related matters during its February 2 meeting, approving updates to water…
Letters to the Editor: Should Ontario Restrict Use of Biosolids Containing PFAS?
Similar to Ontario, New York has allowed land application of sewage biosolids knowing it may contain PFAS.Similar to Ontario, New York has focused on educating farmers on the benefits of…
When Old Alliances Fracture, Canada Must Redefine Its Place
Written By David Gomez After a brief pause in my opinion columns, I return with what may seem like a pessimistic outlook, shaped by the dark cloud hovering over our…
Ontario Investing Over $4 Million for Critical Water Infrastructure in North Middlesex
NORTH MIDDLESEX — On January 23, MPP Steve Pinsonneault announced the Ontario government is investing up to $4,024,125 to reconstruct water infrastructure in the Municipality of North Middlesex. The funding…
Community Gathers for Annual Groundhog Day in Melbourne
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…
Middlesex County Adopts 2026 Budget
MIDDLESEX COUNTY - On January 13, County Council passed By-law 7389 to adopt the 2026 Budget of the County of Middlesex, which will result in a 3.87% increase to the…
North Middlesex Welcomes New Fire Chief, Approves Drainage Projects
Written By Olena Riznyk NORTH MIDDLESEX – At the January 14 council meeting, councillors formally welcomed Scott Jones as the municipality’s new Fire Chief, noting his previous experience within the…
County Outlines Council Representation Rules Ahead of 2026 Election
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter MIDDLESEX COUNTY — Councillors were presented with an information report outlining how representation on Middlesex County Council will be determined for the…
Strathroy-Caradoc Council Approves Water and Wastewater Rates for 2026
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter STRATHROY-CARADOC — The municipality’s water and wastewater user rates for 2026 was approved by council, following a detailed discussion during its January…
Indoor (and outdoor) Fun
Written By Alan Good TRAVEL - Okay, it’s been cold out! It is winter, yes? But what to do with those restless tots and tweens when it’s freezing?Play inside.Not at…
Meditate for More time
Written By Alan Good Perhaps you feel empty, disconnected from the world and from all meaningful things. You can’t go out, or hold down a job, or get out of…
Council Receives Update on Homelessness in Middlesex Centre
Written By Jan Sims MIDDLESEX CENTRE - Council began the new year by receiving an update on homelessness in the region by a delegation from Middlesex County.Joe Winser, Acting Director…
Shopping Local Supports Strong, Resilient Communities
Written By Allan Mayhew,Mayor of Southwest Middlesex Across rural communities in Canada, the success of our local economies depends greatly on the support of residents, neighbours, and regional visitors. When…
Tracing a Journey of Faith: Understanding the Old Colony Mennonite Experience
Author Maria Moore shares historical insights and herpersonal story at Glencoe Presbyterian Church. The Old Colony Mennonite story stretches across continents and centuries—a journey shaped by faith, identity, and the…
Remembering Alzheimer’s
Written By Donna Costa, The London Writers Society (LWS) Bev, at age 79, lived independently in her own condo and happily drove her zippy red Kia to meet friends at…
Winter–and Those Country Roads!
Written By John Caverhill I know this sounds like an old man’s rant, but winters today are nothing like they used to be. My Father’s diary recorded much more severe…
Reed’s County Sports Report: Fanshawe Conservation Area A Local Outdoor Gem
Written By Jeffrey Reed LondonOntarioSports.com announces Fanshawe Conservation Area winner of the 2026 Community Spirit Award, established in 2025 and recognizing Southwestern Ontario individuals and groups who change and better…
Council Reviews Fourth-quarter Update on Municipal Projects & Services
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…
Paint Night Draws Full Houseat Parkhill Library
Written By Olena Riznyk PARKHILL – The Parkhill Branch Library was filled with colour and creativity on January 21 as residents gathered for another popular Paint Night, an event that…
Council Approves Playground Project for South Grove Meadows Park
Written By David Gomez, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter STRATHROY-CARADOC — Council has approved moving forward with the installation of new playground equipment at South Grove Meadows Park, following an extensive…
Municipality Receives $15M Provincial Grant
Press Release from the Municipality of Strathroy-Caradoc The Municipality has received $15,025,118 in grant funding from the Provincial Government, more specifically the Municipal Housing and Infrastructure Program – Health and…
Drainage Upgrades and Asset Management Top Council Agenda
Written By Olena Riznyk LUCAN-BIDDULPH – The township focused on drainage upgrades and long-term infrastructure planning, addressing projects tied to upcoming municipal priorities and future capital planning during its January…
OPP Outline 2025 Crime and Traffic Data
Written By Jan Sims MIDDLESEX CENTRE - Members of Middlesex OPP were on hand to explain the 2025 policing statistics for Middlesex Centre at the January 14 council meeting.And they…