Andrew Graham

Reporter

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• London tenants seek rent control from next Ontario government

  In 2018, the Ontario government introduced legislation that scrapped rent control on new builds that are occupied for the first time after Nov. 15, 2018.

  Politics

  May 17
• Maggie Mac Neil, Jillian Best, Charis Huddle inducted into London’s Aquatic Wall of Fame

  The ceremony was held at the Canada Games Aquatic Centre on Wonderland Road, a facility that holds a special place in the hearts of all three inductees.

  Sports

  May 13
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• 2 arrested, $21K in drugs seized from vehicle on King Street: London, Ont. police

  Two London men, aged 29 and 37, have been jointly charged with three counts of possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking.

  Crime

  May 13
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• Several London, Ont. green spaces targeted for aerial pesticide spray

  In an effort to protect London, Ont., trees from spongy moths, an aerial spray campaign is expected to begin between May 23 and May 28.

  Environment

  May 13
• Ford praises PC candidate Jerry Pribil during London North Centre visit

  While London-area ridings will likely stay unchanged this election, experts are calling for a tight race in London North Centre after it turned orange in 2018.

  Politics

  May 12
• London, Ont. to host several events in June in memory of Afzaal family

  The London, Ont., community is planning a number of events in honour of the local Muslim family that was killed on June 6, 2021, in a targeted vehicle attack.

  Canada

  May 11
• Long lines plague those seeking renewed passports in London, Ont.

  In an email to Global News, Service Canada says 'an increase in demand for passport services has resulted in lineups and longer wait times for service.'

  Canada

  May 10
• Middlesex-London on the ‘backend’ of the sixth COVID-19 wave: MLHU

  Medical officer of health Dr. Alex Summers says while the region is on the backend of the sixth wave, new variants of COVID-19 carry the potential to change things dramatically.

  Health

  May 9
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• Police search for missing woman known to frequent downtown London, Ont.

  Amanda Falconer is described by police as a white woman, standing about five-feet-four-inches tall, with a slim build, long hair and blue eyes.

  Canada

  May 9
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• Pain at the pumps for London, Ont. drivers as gas prices hit record high

  By Friday morning, the average price of gas across London, Ont., stations had hit $1.94.9, marking an all-time high for the Forest City.

  Economy

  May 6
• London-St. Thomas jobless rate fell to 4.8% in April, lowest since April 2019

  Statistics Canada reports 2,300 jobs were created in April, while London-St. Thomas' labour rose by 500 and the number of people on unemployment declined by 1,700.

  Economy

  May 6
• 2 years later, WestJet refunds London, Ont. woman for cancelled flight

  The flight was cancelled out due to circumstances surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic, but for two years, WestJet refused to provide a refund.

  Consumer

  May 6
• Waterloo Region, London lose bid to host 2023 world junior hockey championship

  It was originally scheduled to be hosted in Russia, but was instead moved to Canada due to the ongoing war in Ukraine.

  Sports

  May 5
• Stratford police investigating road sign thefts in Perth South

  The stolen property includes road warning signs, speed limit signs and road name signs and police say the thefts pose a serious safety risk to drivers.

  Crime

  May 4
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• Toronto man charged in London, Ont. murder of Lynda Marques

  Ammar Patel, 18, of Toronto faces one count of first-degree murder in connection to the ongoing investigation into the homicide of Lynda Marques.

  Crime

  May 4
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• Councillors refuse to reprimand van Holst after integrity commissioner report

  The report found that Ward 1 Coun. Michael van Holst had violated four sections of council's code conduct, which includes rules on promoting public confidence in council.

  Politics

  May 3
• Stretch of Oxford Street near downtown London, Ont. closed overnight May 4 to May 6

  The temporary overnight closures will be in place from Wednesday to Friday to allow for 'necessary repairs' to the railway bridge in the area.

  Traffic

  May 3
• London, Ont. now accepting nominations for 2022 municipal election

  Candidates have until Aug. 19 to file nominations for the role of mayor, one of London's 14 ward councillors or trustee for one of the four school boards that cover London.

  Canada

  May 2
• Norfolk County resident charged after 39 animals seized from Townsend home: OPP

  An investigation into the matter from Norfolk County is ongoing and Ontario Provincial Police say they will provide further updates once available.

  Crime

  May 2
• War memorial plaques get permanent London, Ont. home thanks to resident

  The three plaques feature the names of those from London's Hamilton Road community who served in the Canadian Armed Forces during World War One and World War Two.

  Canada

  Apr 28
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• COVID-19: West London, Ont. rapid test site permanently closes on Friday

  Despite its closure, several options will remain available to Londoners seeking COVID-19 testing, including free rapid test kits at select grocery stores and pharmacies.

  Health

  Apr 27
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• OSSTF unveil London, Ont. area endorsements ahead of provincial election

  While most of the education union's endorsements across Ontario are for the NDP, a number of Liberal candidates and two Green Party candidates have also received support.

  Politics

  Apr 27
• Central Elgin man identified as victim in fatal crash south of London, Ont.

  Police say the fatal crash occurred on Ron McNeil Line, east of Highbury Avenue, at around 11:20 a.m. Sunday, where the driver was later pronounced dead.

  Canada

  Apr 27
• OPP arrest suspect in crime spree that spans London, Middlesex and Oxford

  The incidents that led to the arrest of a man in London, Ont., began on April 19 when officers were dispatched to reports of a gas theft on Highbury Avenue in Middlesex Centre.

  Crime

  Apr 25
• OPP identify victim in fatal capsized canoe incident on Lake Huron

  Ontario Provincial Police say two people were in a canoe in Lake Huron near Ipperwash Beach when it capsized late Wednesday morning. Both were rushed to hospital where one died.

  Canada

  Apr 22