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Frustration builds as province delays delivering new homeless hub
A London MPP is accusing the Ontario government of 'sitting on their wallets' instead of flowing funds for a badly needed 60-bed addiction treatment hub for London, a facility the province said would be up and running in April but remains without an opening date.
E-bike battery fires: Some tips to help buyers avoid getting burned
As Toronto sounds the alarm about increased batteries involving lithium-ion batteries, London's fire department and some bike sellers offer tips in how to avoid fires on ebikes and scooters.
New music festival to bring the groove to Guy Lombardo Pavilion
Though it may not be the first venue to come to mind for a new London music festival, but Guy Lombardo Pavilion will play host to the two-day HRZN Fest in August.
Why you're seeing these London-made propane vending machines outside stores
As Canada heads into peak grilling season, a London company is using homemade technology to change the way people buy and exchange propane tanks that fuel barbecues.
Western University's partnership with for-profit recruiter clears final hurdle
Western University's Board of Governors has voted to move forward with a partnership with a for-profit Australian company to create a new, privately funded entry program for international first-year students.
This London, Ont., complex was built in 2017 — one-third of its townhomes have had leaks
Dozens of owners of a London townhouse development completed in 2017 say they've had leaks in their roofs and windows, and Ontario's home warranty program can't help them because the coverage has expired.
As London moves to open land for development, landowners want in
As the City of London moves to open up more than 3,700 acres of land for new development, land owners are lining up to have their parcels included.
Why Western wants to create a new and controversial entry pathway for international students
Western University is considering following the path of other Canadian universities and partnering with a private company to set up an international college. It's seen as a way to attract international students and boost revenue at a time when support for universities remains flat.
London won't be on the tab for millions of dollars in developer fee exemptions: Mayor
London Mayor Josh Morgan's push to get next year's tax increase under five per cent is a lot closer to reality. That's because the Ontario government has confirmed that cities won't have to cover the budget hole left by multi-million dollar exemptions the Ford government gave to the fees developers pay.
Budget showdown: Mayor seeks savings, agencies say there's no more to give
London Mayor Josh Morgan wants to hold the 2026 tax increase to five per cent, but many of the city's boards and agencies say finding millions in savings won't be easy.