London Free Press

Pride London turmoil: Co-founder ‘heartbroken,’ two board members quit

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One of Pride London’s founders is asking for forgiveness on behalf of the organization that’s faced months of leadership upheaval – with two new board resignations – and criticism amid a push for more diversity at its top. In an open letter to members Thursday, Ben Benedict said he’s “heartbroken” at hearing the experiences of […]

London Free Press

Concerns voiced over Diagolon meetup at area community hall

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Haldimand County is looking to modify its hall rental policies after a Canadian far-right extremist group held a gathering Wednesday at a community centre in Jarvis. “The county will be actively investigating ways to prevent this from happening again,” county spokesperson Kyra Hayes said. After community members at an adjacent park noticed people wearing Diagolon […]

Great Lakes Now

Energy News Roundup: Amid national attention, Great Lakes states continue their push to electrify | Great Lakes Now

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Energy News Roundup: Amid national attention, Great Lakes states continue their push to electrify

The 2024 presidential race is heating up, and politicians from the Great Lakes region are in the spotlight on both sides of the aisle. Energy can be a divisive issue around here. The state lawmakers in contention for vice president reflect that. Former President Donald Trump’s running mate, Ohio Sen.

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London Free Press

Move over, Paris: London’s got Game(s), too

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Four days, 18 sports, 3,500 young athletes and – who knows? – maybe even some future Olympians. The Ontario Summer Games begin Thursday in London. Reporter Noah Brennan takes you through what you need to know. THE BIG PICTURE The four-day event, running Thursday through Sunday, involves athletes from across the province, ages 12 to […]