Tag: New York
Accused in drug dealer’s death tells police ‘I want to die’
While slumped in a wheelchair, her long hair covering her face and wrapped in two blankets, Ashley Bourget got to listen to what others in her circle were saying about her involvement in the death of drug dealer Grant Norton. They told the police Bourget had been “bragging” about killing Norton, that he was “tortured […]
Opinion: Deafening silence on climate this election
In recent elections, all credible political parties have had to present detailed climate platforms. Its absence was seen as a key driver in the Conservatives’ loss in 2019, so much so that Erin O’Toole ensured their 2021 platform had something of substance on climate. Apparently, no more. The absence of strong policy, or even discussion, on […]
Q+A: With politicians driving London’s bus system, what happens now?
The new and councillor-run London Transit Commission (LTC) held its first meeting Wednesday, focused on staff bringing the seven politicians up to speed on operations and budgets.
Area municipality prepares for VW plant-driven population growth
Central Elgin is establishing a planning department to prepare for a population surge driven by Volkswagen’s massive electric vehicle battery plant scheduled to open in neighbouring St. Thomas in 2027. A largely rural municipality bordering St. Thomas, Central Elgin announced Tuesday it starting a “transformative initiative” by seeking a planning manager, senior planner and planning […]
PHOTOS: Take a look inside London’s Hard Rock Hotel
London’s Hard Rock Hotel – the first one in Canada – opened on Wednesday at 100 Kellogg Lane. Take a look inside with these photos by LFP’s Derek Ruttan druttan@postmedia.com