The Canada Day weekend is upon us, and many parts of London’s downtown remain under construction; but all work areas remain open to pedestrians over the long weekend. Here some reminders for motorists and cyclists to help you navigate your way to whatever Canada Day event you might be attending: …
Read More »London’s First Cycle Track Officially Opens
The local cycling community and the the City of London celebrated the official opening of the Colborne Street Cycle Track today. The Government of Canada contributed $875,000 through the Public Transit Infrastructure Fund, and the contribution was matched by the City for a project total of $1.75 M. A ceremonial …
Read More »London Fire Department Urge Londoners To Leave Fireworks To The Experts
The London Fire Department issued a press release stating that they would prefer that people attend public displays on Canada Day, in order to minimize the risk of fire and burn injuries from fireworks. Public events require licensing and qualified technicians to set handle the fireworks and set off the …
Read More »London Transit Bus Detours In Effect
London Transit announced two new bus detours that are in effect: Dundas 2A Detour Due to construction at the intersection of Hale & Dundas Route 2A will be on detour. Please note the detour below until further notice. Route #2A Eastbound – East on Dundas, Right on Highbury, Left on …
Read More »City Announces Winners Of Neighbourhood Decision Making Ideas
Today the city announced the winners in London’s city-wide 2018 Neighbourhood Decision Making (NDM) program. Residents from every neighbourhood of the city, made up the more than 7,100 Londoners that helped decide what neighbourhood enhancement projects will be funded. On Saturday, June 16, online voting made up more than 5,500 of those …
Read More »Jackson Road Will Be Closed For Five Months
Starting Monday, June 25 at 7:00am, Jackson Road will be closed between Darnley Boulevard and Evans Boulevard for up to five months to cyclists, pedestrians and motorists. This closure is necessary to complete sewer work for a new subdivision. Access to Evans Boulevard and Darnley Boulevard will remain open. Through …
Read More »ROAD CLOSURE: York Street East Of Ridout Street
Starting Monday at approximately 7:00 a.m., an additional section of York Street, half a block east of Ridout Street, will be closed to motorists and cyclists. The Ridout Street intersection at York will remain open for north/south traffic until further notice. Westbound traffic on York Street can still access the …
Read More »Updated: Found – Police Looking For Help Finding 76-year-old Janet Pitchell
The London Police Service is requesting the public’s assistance in locating 76-year-old Janet Pitchell of London. She is described as female, Caucasian, medium build, with short grey hair. She was last seen today at approximately 10:15 am in the area of Southdale Road West and Singleton Avenue. She was wearing …
Read More »Talbot Closed From Kent Street to Fullarton Street For Three Months Starting Monday
Starting on Monday as early as 7:00 a.m., Talbot Street will be closed to motorists and cyclists from Kent Street to Fullarton Street, for up to three months. The Dufferin Street intersection will remain open until further notice. East and westbound traffic will be able to get through Kent Street …
Read More »Rapid Transit Open House On Thursday Will Unveil Interactive Online map
The City of London’s Rapid Transit Office is set to kick off another series of public consultations this week, by unveiling an interactive online map of the BRT network. There are two drop-in events on Thursday where Londoners can sneak a peak. Open House: Thursday June 21, Central Library, 251 …
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