News of the day: Pierre Poilievre on tariffs, police officer hurt in crash and more . . .
London Free Press
It’s Monday, Aug. 24. Here are the top stories we’re following today. Pierre Poilievre on jacked-up tariffs: ‘We have what the Americans need’ LFP reporter Allison Young was there as the Conservative Party leader spoke to supporters during an event in Woodstock hours after Canada’s trade talks with the U.S. fell apart. Read the story […]
What is Environment Canada’s new “polygon” severe weather alert system?
Cottage Life

Earlier this month, Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) launched a new severe weather alert system that relies on polygons to distribute weather warnings more accurately. Thanks to new autonomous … Continued

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Trump’s 50% auto tariff threat rattles Southwestern Ontario manufacturers
London Free Press
Industry experts warn the threatened tariffs could devastate Canada’s auto sector while also disrupting U.S. production.
London police enlist special sniffer dog to find hidden electronic devices
London Free Press
The Lab is trained to locate tiny electronic storage devices investigators say can be difficult to find during search warrants.
London biogas facility set for $70M expansion, with $18.7M assist from Ottawa
London Free Press
A London anaerobic digestion and biogas facility in the city’s south end is undergoing a $70-million expansion, thanks in part to a contribution of nearly $19 million from Ottawa. Announced Monday by federal Energy and Natural Resources Minister Tim Hodgson was an $18.7-million investment from Natural Resources Canada’s Clean Fuels Fund into the Generate Upcycle […]
As microplastics pollute every corner of the Great Lakes, scientists push governments to combat threat
Great Lakes Commission
Long-running research at the Experimental Lakes Area in Ontario is geared toward persuading leaders in the United States and Canada to combat the growing, unchecked threat of microplastics to the […]
Listing of the Week: $799,900 for a cottage on Golden Lake with a bunkie and more than 1,000 feet of shoreline
Cottage Life

204B Hawkins Drive, Killaloe, Hagarty, and Richards, Ont. Lake: Golden Lake Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2 Lot size: 2.5 acres of property and 1,456 sq. ft. cottage Frontage: 1,777 ft. Asking … Continued

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GLC and National Sea Grant Law Center launch new database to help prevent online sales of invasive species
Great Lakes Commission
Ann Arbor, Mich. – The Great Lakes Commission (GLC) has launched a new online resource that allows users to quickly check state and federal regulations before buying or
What the London Majors must do to lock up first place: ‘We’re so close’
London Free Press
The London Majors don’t want to let the race for first place linger. The front-running club (31-13) needs two more wins this week to cement top spot in the Canadian Baseball League and a single victory to gain home-field advantage in the first round of the upcoming playoffs. The Majors play Wednesday in Guelph (7:05 […]
Police officer, one other person suffer ‘serious injuries’ in collision
London Free Press
An Ontario Provincial Police officer and the driver of another vehicle were taken to hospital with “serious injuries” following a Sunday afternoon crash involving a cruiser northwest of London, police say. Police say that it was about 3:30 p.m. on Sunday when Middlesex County OPP officers, paramedics and firefighters from North Middlesex were called to […]
London Ukrainians mark 35 years of independence after week of deadly attacks
London Free Press
Traditional music and dance filled Harris Park on Sunday as London’s Ukrainian community marked the 35th anniversary of the country’s independence after a heavy week of deadly Russian attacks and political turmoil at home. The second annual London Ukrainian Festival brought food, crafts and performances to Harris Park near London’s downtown core one day before […]
Tuskegee wreckage found in the Great Lakes provides a unique opportunity to uncover untold stories
Great Lakes Echo
Wreckage of aircraft recovered from Lake Huron and the St Clair River is uncovering untold stories of the Tuskegee Airmen, predominantly African-American fighter and bomber pilots and crew who fought in World War II. By Joshua Kim.