Local Contests

A roundup of a different kind for Huron OPP

Officers in Central Huron helped a local resident round up a sow and her piglets.

Benzene causes more closures at Aamjiwnaang First Nation

Officials on the Aamjiwnaang First Nation say they've shut down buildings because of continued high benzene readings. They say the band office and other nearby facilities were shut down Monday and they'll remain closed Tuesday.

'So scared there's going to be a tragedy': Vacant building in OEV raises concern among residents

Homeowners living near the former McCormick/Beta Brands building are again raising the alarm over a structure that has been vacant for nearly two decades.

Knives out: Mayor strikes committee to slash future property tax increases

The mayor has launched a tax cutting task force at city hall to reign in future increases to the municipal budget.

London’s Jewish community marks Holocaust Remembrance Day

About 150 people took part in a solemn ceremony Monday evening at London’s Jewish community centre — it was to recognize Holocaust Remembrance Day.

Morgan, Lewis pitch extending winter shelter spaces through July so city can consider year-round proposal

A last ditch effort at city hall might see the doors to Ark Aid Street Mission’s winter homeless shelter remain open past the end of this month.

Jury at abuse case hears children sought refuge at friend's home

A London, Ont. jury heard evidence on Monday that the children at the centre of a sexual abuse case sought refuge at the home of family friends just before they went to police.

Nursing shortages 'created' by hospital management, West Grey mayor says

The impending movement of Durham’s only inpatient hospital beds to hospitals in Walkerton and Kincardine has outraged the community and has them fearing for the future of their hospital.