Anger, tears, insight, hugs at spirited women’s homelessness forum

London Free Press
With homelessness the top issue on Londoners' minds, more than 200 women gathered Wednesday to inspire each other and push for solutions.
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Out of the woods: One London woman’s escape from homelessness

London Free Press
From a tent in the woods, to a roof over her head, to a role in a homelessness forum, Tanya Burke has come far. Her journey isn't over yet.
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London’s high school football final turfed to St. Thomas

London Free Press
In fast-growing London, where recreational demands are only expected to increase, a place to safely play the final can't be found at home.
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LIVE: Remembrance Day in London

London Free Press
LFP journalists are covering the Remembrance Day service at the cenotaph in Victoria Park
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Apartment conversion that’s drawn fire meets building rules: Planner

London Free Press
A controversial south London apartment conversion plan aligns with city and Ontario building rules and won’t result in any tenants being evicted, the project planner says. A proposal to double the apartment units in five buildings at 145 Base Line Rd. W. to 30 from 15, set to be debated
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London concerts: Longer, but not louder nights could be in the cards

London Free Press
Allowing select events, including concerts, to run an extra hour is among the rule changes city hall is studying for outdoor festivals.
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Remembrance Day: Why some get the day off, but you don’t

London Free Press
While Canadians will take part in ceremonies and moments of silence, by noon it will mostly be business as usual in London.
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