Month: June 2024
St. Thomas politicians face traffic-calming pushback – in a roundabout way
A convenience store owner in St. Thomas opposed to the installation of a roundabout she believes will be inconvenient to the longtime local business is garnering support as city officials consider other possible options.
Carjacked London taxi at centre of police gunfire probe
A London taxi driver was carjacked at knifepoint in the city’s east end less than an hour before an OPP officer fired her gun while trying to arrest a teenager running from the stolen cab in Aylmer.
Compactor added to Huron Landfill fleet
A landfill compactor acquired by the Township of Huron-Kinloss should enhance efficiency at the Huron Landfill in Ripley. “Over the years, we have faced challenges related to compaction performance, increased repair costs, and frequent breakdowns due to the wear and tear of our existing equipment. The reliable operation of landfill compactors is crucial to maximize […]
Tiverton coffee house striving to become new tourist draw
Owners of a local coffee house are working to make their business a tourism destination. “The plan is to come up with a calendar of events, twice a month, where we alternate between an art exhibition and an open mic night or having a performer come in,” explained Dan Banko, co-owner of Little Blue House […]
Tiverton coffee house could become new tourist draw
Owners of a local coffee house are working to make their business a tourism destination. “The plan is to come up with a calendar of events, twice a month, where we alternate between an art exhibition and an open mic night or having a performer come in,” explained Dan Banko, co-owner of Little Blue House […]
PHOTOS: Medway vs. Oakridge, TVRA boys high school hockey
The Medway Cowboys played the Oakridge Oaks in TVRA high school boys hockey at Kinsmen Arena in London on Wednesday. Photos by Mike Hensen mhensen@postmedia.com
You have until Dec. 31 to nominate someone for OS sports hall of fame
Nominations for induction into the Owen Sound Sports Hall of Fame in 2024 will be accepted until Dec. 31. Forms and criteria are downloadable from the city’s website, under Sports Hall of Fame. Nominations will be accepted in the following categories: athletes, builders, teams and merit. Induction ceremonies will take place Friday, May 3 at […]
Special needs shortage: Educational assistant vacancy rates hit 30 per cent
It’s a critical shortage that some warn may lead to a student or staff member suffering a major injury in a London-area school.
More homes are on the market in the London and St. Thomas area, and sales continue to cool, as the impact of high interest rates has hit homeowners, say real estate industry officials.
More homes are on the market in the London and St. Thomas area, and sales continue to cool, as the impact of higher interest rates hits homeowners, say real estate industry officials. A recent study by Zoocasa, the national realty firm, states about 40 per cent of news listings in October in the London and […]
Letters to the Editor: November 30, 2023
Hospital CEO pay not out of line