2 men charged after drug bust uncovers more than $7K worth of cocaine: London police
Western University marks 70th homecoming, 50th anniversary of Saugeen-Maitland Hall
Windsor Spitfires double-up Knights in London
‘Aspirational and comprehensive’: Public gives feedback on London’s homelessness prevention plan
London police ask city for $12.4M over 4 years to keep up with service demands
Scheer returns to Quebec while Greens and NDP go head-to-head on West Coast
OHL Roundup: Friday, October 18, 2019
KITCHENER, Ont. – Vladislav Kolyachonok scored two minutes into overtime as the Flint Firebirds edged the Kitchener Rangers 4-3 on Friday in Ontario Hockey League action. Continue reading
London Sports Roundup: Representing Canada, Nationals streak, Mustang women unbeaten in OUA soccer
Six hockey players with area connections are getting set to play internationally while the Nationals and Mustangs continue to win. Continue reading
Suspended Vancouver student says he regrets role in spread of anti-Semitic, racist memes
By Sean Boynton Online Journalist
The suspended student told Global News the senior students involved are from a variety of cultural backgrounds, and had been posting the content since at least last year. Continue reading
Influenza vaccine effective for cancer patients, London study finds
The study utilized data collected from 26,000 cancer patients across Ontario, compiled over a six-year period. Continue reading
Amy Fee, Ontario MPP and deputy house leader, facing assault with a weapon charge
By Travis Dhanraj Queen’s Park Bureau Chief
“I look forward to continuing to work with any investigative authorities. Obviously, this is a complex issue, surrounded by a number of competing personalities.” Continue reading
MacKinnon scores in OT, Avalanche beat Panthers 5-4
SUNRISE, Fla. – Nathan MacKinnon scored 3:03 into overtime to give the Colorado Avalanche their sixth victory in seven games this season, 5-4 over the Florida Panthers on Friday night. Continue reading
Ontario high school teachers union says contract talks with government have stalled
The president of the OSSTF says no progress has been made after five days of bargaining with the government and school boards. Continue reading
Ontario commits $30 million to bring broadband internet to 5 northern Indigenous communities
Premier Doug Ford announced the funding Friday for the Matawa communities north of Thunder Bay, Ont. Continue reading
Whistleblower and former RCMP commander seeks standing at B.C. money laundering inquiry
By John Hua Reporter
While others sent legal counsel on their behalf, Fred Pinnock was determined to stand before the Cullen Commission for the very first time. Continue reading
Around The OHL: Joey Hishon on his journey back to Owen Sound
The guys speak with Hishon about the ups and downs of his playing career, and how he found a new love for the game. Continue reading
OPP investigate fatal single-vehicle crash in Exeter
A man has died following a single vehicle crash in Exeter Thursday afternoon. Continue reading
While Turkey-Syria ceasefire appears shaky, Trump lauds it as a success
Trump touted a cease-fire agreement that seemed at risk as Turkey and Kurdish fighters differed over what it required and whether combat had halted. Continue reading
OHL Roundup: Thursday, October 17, 2019
PETERBOROUGH, Ont. – Nick Robertson and Zach Gallant had goals 36 seconds apart in the third period as the Peterborough Petes rallied past the Hamilton Bulldogs 4-3 on Thursday in Ontario Hockey League action. Continue reading
Ontario’s financial watchdog says deficit ‘was never $15 billion’ as Doug Ford previously claimed
By Travis Dhanraj Queen’s Park Bureau Chief
“Policy decisions by both the current and previous governments contributed to the slow increase in revenues as well as the rise in spending last year.” Continue reading
Surge in Bloc Quebecois popularity ‘a little bit surprising,’ says Maxime Bernier
“The rise of the Bloc Quebec is a little bit surprising,” the People’s Party leader said. “But if we look at our electoral platform, and I compare it to the Bloc Quebecois’, I can say that nationalist Quebecers have a place in our party.” Continue reading
Suspended Vancouver student says he regrets role in spread of anti-Semitic, racist memes
By Sean Boynton Online Journalist
The suspended student told Global News the senior students involved are from a variety of cultural backgrounds, and had been posting the content since at least last year. Continue reading
Lady Gaga falls off stage while dancing with fan
During a Thursday night show in Las Vegas, a fan joined Lady Gaga on stage, and the singer jumped into his arms. Continue reading
Turkey ‘cannot forget’ letter from Trump about military offensive, Erdogan says
Speaking to foreign journalists in Istanbul on Friday, Recep Tayyip Erdogan said that Turkey would “do what’s necessary” concerning the letter “when the time comes.” Continue reading
Thousands rally with Greta Thunberg at Alberta legislature for climate strike amid counter-rally
Sixteen-year-old Swedish student Greta Thunberg joined Climate Justice Edmonton in a march from a downtown park to the Alberta legislature for a rally. Continue reading
Touring U.S. punk band linked to dragging that left Vancouver woman with horrific injuries
By Simon Little Online Journalist
Surgeons say the woman’s injuries are so severe she may require a face transplant. Continue reading
OHL Roundup: Friday, October 18, 2019
KITCHENER, Ont. – Vladislav Kolyachonok scored two minutes into overtime as the Flint Firebirds edged the Kitchener Rangers 4-3 on Friday in Ontario Hockey League action. Continue reading
Windsor Spitfires double-up Knights in London
The London Knights kicked off their weekend with a game at home to the Windsor Spitfires on Friday night. Continue reading
London Sports Roundup: Representing Canada, Nationals streak, Mustang women unbeaten in OUA soccer
Six hockey players with area connections are getting set to play internationally while the Nationals and Mustangs continue to win. Continue reading
Influenza vaccine effective for cancer patients, London study finds
The study utilized data collected from 26,000 cancer patients across Ontario, compiled over a six-year period. Continue reading
Amy Fee, Ontario MPP and deputy house leader, facing assault with a weapon charge
By Travis Dhanraj Queen’s Park Bureau Chief
“I look forward to continuing to work with any investigative authorities. Obviously, this is a complex issue, surrounded by a number of competing personalities.” Continue reading
2 men charged after drug bust uncovers more than $7K worth of cocaine: London police
Along with cocaine and cash, police said they also seized a digital scale and drug packaging. Continue reading
Ontario high school teachers union says contract talks with government have stalled
The president of the OSSTF says no progress has been made after five days of bargaining with the government and school boards. Continue reading
Western University marks 70th homecoming, 50th anniversary of Saugeen-Maitland Hall
Western University’s homecoming gets underway Friday and this year marks some major milestones. Continue reading
Fatal crash on 401 near Iona Road stops eastbound traffic
Elgin OPP are investigating a crash on Highway 401 that left one person dead and two others in hospital. Continue reading
Ontario commits $30 million to bring broadband internet to 5 northern Indigenous communities
Premier Doug Ford announced the funding Friday for the Matawa communities north of Thunder Bay, Ont. Continue reading
‘Aspirational and comprehensive’: Public gives feedback on London’s homelessness prevention plan
Community members gathered at Goodwill Industries on Horton Street Thursday to give feedback on the city’s Homelessness Prevention and Housing Plan. Continue reading
Around The OHL: Joey Hishon on his journey back to Owen Sound
The guys speak with Hishon about the ups and downs of his playing career, and how he found a new love for the game. Continue reading
OPP investigate fatal single-vehicle crash in Exeter
A man has died following a single vehicle crash in Exeter Thursday afternoon. Continue reading
London police ask city for $12.4M over 4 years to keep up with service demands
Deputy chief Stuart Betts spoke during a city budget discussion, asking for $12.4 million over four years for the force, an annual increase of 2.7 per cent. Continue reading
OHL Roundup: Thursday, October 17, 2019
PETERBOROUGH, Ont. – Nick Robertson and Zach Gallant had goals 36 seconds apart in the third period as the Peterborough Petes rallied past the Hamilton Bulldogs 4-3 on Thursday in Ontario Hockey League action. Continue reading
Ontario’s financial watchdog says deficit ‘was never $15 billion’ as Doug Ford previously claimed
By Travis Dhanraj Queen’s Park Bureau Chief
“Policy decisions by both the current and previous governments contributed to the slow increase in revenues as well as the rise in spending last year.” Continue reading
Elgin-Middlesex-London candidates square off in 980 CFPL election debate
With election day just days away, 980 CFPL held its fourth and final federal debate with local candidates. Continue reading
U.S. General Motors workers to stay on picket line until vote on new contract
The strike closed more than 30 GM plants in the U.S., which created parts shortages that forced an almost complete shutdown of GM’s assembly plant in Oshawa, Ont., and the partial shutdown of its engine plant in St. Catharines, Ont. Continue reading
NDP Brampton-Centre candidate apologizes for offensive tweet from 2012
“I deeply regret the hurtful and wrong comment I made on social media … I apologize unequivocally,” Jordan Boswell said in a statement. Continue reading
Stratford high school locked down after police receive handgun call
Stratford Police placed Northwestern Secondary School in a lockdown on Thursday over a report of a person at the school having a gun call. Continue reading
Human rights commission criticizes Ontario’s proposed changes to inmate segregation
The changes, the commission says in a submission, do not address practices found to violate both the Canadian charter and the Ontario human rights code. Continue reading
London youth calling for government action on vaping
The London HEAL Youth Advisory Council is calling on all levels of government to take action on the rising trend of vaping in public schools. Continue reading
Ontario government to spend $765 million to upgrade public safety radio network
Premier Doug Ford says Bell Mobility has been awarded the contract to make the upgrades. Continue reading
Incorrect addresses on some Otterville voter information cards: Elections Canada
Elections Canada officials are asking residents of Otterville, in the Oxford riding, to check their voter information cards. Continue reading
Ontario NDP leader Andrea Horwath stops by London-Fanshawe in support of federal candidate
Horwath spoke to supporters at London-Fanshawe NDP candidate Lindsay Mathyssen’s campaign office late Wednesday morning. Continue reading
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