During construction of its signature downtown Cornerstone building in 2011, Youth Opportunities Unlimited (YOU) faced sudden criticism of the ambitious and taxpayer-funded project. Some council members and city officials complained about a $2.2-million overrun and delay, because of what they called “luxury features” in the renovation of a historic building at York and Richmond streets. […]
The first-ever London police chief’s gala raised more than $200,000 for a pair of local non-profits and will become an annual event, according to a new staff report.
A city councillor is calling on the police chief to speak out against remarks Ontario Premier Doug Ford made in London about bringing back the death penalty during a speech at the chief's gala last month.
Ontario Premier Doug Ford’s office isn’t offering any more details about his promise to build a new police college with a massive price tag.
Fight To End Homelessness, a charity boxing event in support of Youth Opportunities Unlimited, packed the RBC Place London convention centre on Thursday night. Photos by LFP’s Mike Hensen mhensen@postmedia.com
London Free Press
A youth "wellness hub" designed to provide young people with mental, physical and social supports officially opened its doors in downtown London on Friday. Read More
London Free Press
Joan’s Place, the project that will help house at-risk young families, finally has its funding. Read More