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Port Stanley man identified as deceased canoeist pulled from lake
Emergency crews in St. Thomas have recovered the body of a man who went missing after a canoe capsized on Labour Day. St. Thomas police and firefighters responded Monday at about 8 a.m. to Lake Margaret, located in the city’s south end, after a canoe carrying three adults tipped over and only two of them […]
Ottawa asks: What would you do with this empty downtown London building?
Looking for a hot piece of real estate in the heart of downtown London? The federal government might just have what you need this fall.
Western Fair: What’s new this year (skateboarders!) and what not to miss
The Western Fair, one of London’s oldest and most beloved traditions, begins its 10-day run Thursday. This year, alongside fan favourites, there also will be new attractions on stage and skateboards. Free Press reporter Jack Moulton takes a look at what fair-goers can expect. WHAT’S NEW? Live music buffs will be dining well at this […]
Desboro Fall Fair celebrates rural ways
The 164th Desboro Agricultural Fall Fair parade Saturday was a celebration of country life. In a village of about 100, it attracted likely hundreds of people, many of whom then took in the cattle show, tractor pull, carnival tent with kids’ games, a frog jumping contest on the ball diamond, outhouse hauling races, and traditional […]
Big crowd, homegrown star expected at new electronic music event
A new outdoor electronic music festival is set to make its debut in London next week, showcasing both legendary and up-and-coming acts from Londonâs electronic music scene.