On Tuesday, the northbound lane on Ridout Street, between York Street and King Streets will be closed to motorists and cyclists from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The lane is closed so that heavy equipment can be delivered to the Renaissance residential tower. Through-traffic on Ridout will be diverted eastbound …
Read More »Thunderstorm Warning, Heat Alert Continues
A severe thunderstorm warning has been issued for the area of London and Middlesex County. Strong to severe thunderstorms over Southern Lake Huron and in the Sarnia area will track southeast across the London area between 4.30 and 5.00 PM and may reach St. Thomas between 5.00 and 5.30 PM. …
Read More »Dundas Place Updates: New Parking Spots and Water Work
This past week, the Dundas Place project finished the watermain work from Ridout to Talbot, and began testing. They also completed the duct work from Ridout to Talbot. Next week, they will continue with watermain testing, and continue with hydro vault and duct installation. Some new curbside parking spots have …
Read More »London Firefighters Injured In Training Exercise
Late this morning, two members of the London Fire Department were taken to hospital as a result of an incident that occurred during a water rescue training exercise on Fanshawe Lake. Both firefighters suffered non-life threatening injuries. They are listed in stable condition at Victoria Hospital. The Ministry of Labour …
Read More »London Police Services Board Sub-Committees Announce Meetings
The London Police Services Board is the civilian body responsible for governing the London Police Service. It is responsible for the provision of adequate and effective police services to the City of London. Newly struck London Police Services Board Sub-Committees have announced that they will hold initial meetings with their …
Read More »Vote For Your Favourite Neighbourhood Decision Making Ideas This Saturday
Londoners are invited to come out and vote at any of the fifteen library branches across the city this Saturday, and turn their favourite Neighbourhood Decision Making ideas into real projects for their neighbourhood. A total of 226 ideas were submitted by neighbourhood associations, student groups, and Londoner residents looking …
Read More »New Southwest London Community Centre Gets New Name, Job Fair Tomorrow
City Council has approved a new name for the community centre located at 501 Southdale Road West. Previously referred to as the Southwest Community Centre, YMCA and Library, it will now be called the Bostwick Community Centre, YMCA and Library. Set to open in September of this year, the centre …
Read More »Licensed Child Care Affordability Pilot Announced For London
The City of London just announced a pilot for Licensed Child Care Affordability for London and Middlesex County. It will aim to improve affordability, quality, and access to licensed child care for families with children 0 to 4 years of age. The one-time Pilot, will run from June 1st through …
Read More »Downtown Construction and London Transit Updates
This is a reminder that on Tuesday, June 12 and Wednesday, June 13, lane reductions on Richmond (beginning at Carling Street) will be extended south to Horton Street. This construction is required to complete sewer catch basin repairs. The city asks for your patience as we deliver on our commitment …
Read More »Dundas Construction: Pedestrian Crossover Closed Tomorrow
According to @DundasPlace, downtown Londoners will not be able to use the #pedestrian crossover that is located between Richmond and Talbot tomorrow, as it will be closed until end of day (June 12). Hey #DundasPlace followers, the #pedestrian crossover between Richmond and Talbot will be closed until end of day …
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