When a gay pride parade was being organized for Goderich in rural Huron County, it raised consternation among some vendors at the farmers’ market who were concerned their proximity to the event would denote a connection to the parade. Read More
Maggie Mac Neil closed the book last week on one of Canada's best swimming careers and ranks as one of the most successful athletes in London sports history. The 24-year-old Banting secondary school grad overcame sport-induced asthma aggravated by chlorine to win Olympic and world titles with technical excellence, dedication and an astonishing finishing kick. Mac Neil, who took part in a pep rally Thursday at Banting, spoke with Free Press sports reporter Ryan Pyette. Her answers have been condensed. Read More
The couple couldn’t understand why their Airbnb host was so adamant he get back the “very important” cellphone charging cube they had mistakenly taken from a London home. Read More
When Jenna McCoubrey Prestidge was a little girl there were two things she loved most in the world: being a farm kid and playing hockey. Read More
Thursday will mark 36 years since the July 4, 1988, disappearance of Lois Hanna, prompting Ontario Provincial Police to renew their call for anyone with information to contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS. This story by reporter Kelly Pedro delved into the mystery and was first published in the July 17, 2004, editions of The London Free Press Read More