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Stay-at-home order extended for London region, all of Ontario

The stay-at-home order that had been set to expire next week, has been extended by Ontario Premier Doug Ford for two more weeks.

Ontario Premier Doug Ford puts his mask on after speaking at a press conference at Queen's Park, in Toronto, Friday, April 16, 2021. Ontario is extending its stay-at-home order to six weeks, restricting interprovincial travel and limiting outdoor gatherings in an effort to fight a losing battle with COVID-19. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Frank Gunn

Adults over 40 eligible for vaccine as Middlesex-London adds 80 new COVID-19 cases

The Middlesex-London Health Unit (MLHU) is reporting 80 new COVID-19 cases Thursday, as all adults 40 and over became eligible for the vaccine.

FILE - Cole Smith receives a Moderna variant vaccine shot from clinical research nurse Tigisty Girmay at Emory University's Hope Clinic, on Wednesday afternoon, March 31, 2021, in Decatur, Ga. (AP Photo/Ben Gray)

Judge to decide on Church of God penalty for contempt ruling

The Church of God in Aylmer, Ont. is waiting to find out what penalty and/or fines it faces after being found in contempt of an order directing the congregation to refrain from holding religious gatherings and violating the province’s COVID-19 restrictions.

Aylmer, Ont. police sit outside of the Church of God as a large service takes place indoors on April 25, 2021. (Brent Lale/CTV London)

2 Aylmer, Ont. residents fined in relation to 'Freedom Protest' in March

Two more people have been fined following the 'Freedom Protest' held in London on March 20 for violating the Reopening Act of Ontario.

How London police reduced property crimes to pre-pandemic levels in core business districts

A new approach by London Police is turning the tide after the COVID-19 pandemic sparked a steep rise in property crimes in the city’s core business districts.

Eid celebrations go virtual and drive-thru, leaders hope it's the last time

As with most things these days, Eid, a religious holiday celebrated by Muslims worldwide marking the end of the month-long dawn-to-sunset fasting during Ramadan, looks very different for the second year in a row.

Man charged after alleged disturbance and arson incident at a west London bank

A 48-year-old London man is facing several charges after allegedly causing a disturbance at a west London bank Wednesday.

Palmerston, Ont. man charged with a dozen child exploitation related offences

Wellington OPP have charged a 24-year-old Palmerston, Ont. man with numerous charges linked to a child exploitation investigation.

Port Stanley Lift Bridge reopening delayed until June 25

Unexpected delays have pushed back the reopening of the Port Stanley King George VI Lift Bridge until next month.

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Canada unlikely to follow U.S. approach to easing COVID-19 masking rules: doctor

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says people fully vaccinated against COVID-19 no longer need to wear masks outdoors and in most indoor settings, but one of Canada's top public health officials suggests a different approach would be taken here.

People wear face masks as they walk in a city park in Montreal, Saturday, Oct. 10, 2020, as the COVID-19 pandemic continues in Canada and around the world. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Graham Hughes

Israel fires artillery into Gaza, Palestinian rocket attacks persist

Israel fired artillery and mounted more air strikes on Friday against Palestinian militants in the Gaza Strip amid constant rocket fire deep into Israel's commercial centre.

Greyhound Canada to cut all routes, end operations

Greyhound Canada is permanently cutting all bus routes across the country, shutting down the intercity bus carrier's operations in Canada after nearly a century of service.

Post-COVID-19 syndrome: New diagnosis for long-haulers' mood disorders, cognitive impairment

Patients diagnosed with post-COVID-19 syndrome, or so-called COVID-19 'long-haulers', may experience symptoms such as mood disorders, fatigue and cognitive impairment that can make it difficult to return to normal life, according to a recent study.

Provinces issued more COVID-19 tickets during second wave: CCLA report

Provinces became more punitive in their approach to COVID-19 infractions during the second wave of the pandemic, says the Canadian Civil Liberties Association in a report that suggests Quebec and Manitoba were particularly forceful in handing out tickets.