Proposed midrise near Springbank Park ‘good fit’: Deputy mayor
London Free Press
The 10-storey, 91-unit apartment building across from Springbank Park was endorsed by a city council committee
Decision delayed on Westmount mall office expansion proposal
London Free Press
Councillors deferred a rezoning request after debate over downtown office policy and concerns about retaining hundreds of jobs.
Why did taxpayers pay for a Toronto MPP’s hotel stays in Toronto?
London Free Press
A look at Ontario’s expense rules and why the tourism minister says he’ll repay more than $11,000.
News of the day: Near-record heat, Springbank tower pushback and more . . .
London Free Press
Catch up on the stories we’re following today
D.J. Kennington shrugs off tough luck as season reaches halfway point
London Free Press
Veteran driver heads to Calabogie looking to build on his first podium finish of the NASCAR Canada Series season.
Here are a few things to consider if you want to install an electric vehicle charger at the cottage
Cottage Life

Electric vehicle ads are heavy on twisty roads and scenic lakes, surprisingly light on panel upgrades and electrician’s estimates. No wonder new EV owners—especially ones with older electrical systems—suffer four-figure … Continued

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Real Tool: Why you need a good tape measure
Cottage Life

A tape measure that’s sticky with rust, kinked, or unreadable for the first two feet needs replacing. But don’t grab just any rolled-up rule at the getting place. If you … Continued

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New United Way chief targets poverty, housing stability
London Free Press
Kim Tetley takes over Sept. 9 after serving as executive director of Big Brothers Big Sisters of London and Area.
Going to the beach? Check the water quality
Great Lakes Echo
By Bauyrzhan Zhaxylykov Nearly half of Great Lakes beachgoers rarely or never check water quality before swimming, according to a new study by researchers at Toronto Metropolitan University.
Fundraising for Kincardine hospital on the home stretch – just three and a half million to go
The Kincardine Independent
(By Liz Small) The finish line is nearly in sight, as the Kincardine and Community Health Care Foundation (KCHCF) is getting very close to raising the community’s portion of the … Continue reading Fundraising for Kincardine hospital on the home stretch – just three and a half million to go
Seguin Township opposes development of new subdivision near Lake Rosseau
Cottage Life

Seguin Township recently rejected a proposed subdivision intended to be developed just inland from several waterfront cottages on Lake Rosseau, including that of Canadian comedian and actor Martin Short.  The … Continued

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‘I wanted to give back’: 50 groups share 85-year-old’s surprise $1M donation
London Free Press
ILDERTON — Community organizations from Ilderton and across Middlesex Centre gathered on Saturday for one resident’s surprise $1-million donation. Ilderton’s 150 celebration ran from July 10 to 12 and included a country concert, tractor pull and movie night that brought together residents from across the area. Fifty community agencies, including churches, food banks and athletic […]