Cornies: Doug Ford denies voters debate on provincial issues

The London Free Press
Ontarians can be forgiven for sleepily stumbling toward the ballot box on Thursday, that's how stupefying the current campaign has been, set against the backdrop of Trump 2.0.
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$7B EV battery plant looms large in south London industrial project

The London Free Press
The lure of landing new jobs tied to Volkswagen’s $7-billion EV battery plant is driving a move by city councillors to seek the province’s help in fast-tracking a proposed industrial development south of Highway 401. City council’s planning and environment committee voted unanimously Wednesday for the city to request a minister’s zoning order (MZO) to […]
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As mayor lobbies in Washington, councillors back Canada-first stance

The London Free Press
London city councillors have given their thumbs-up to the mayor’s effort to try to protect and promote local businesses amid tariff threats from the United States. City council voted unanimously Tuesday to support a motion to have the city review its procurement practices to ensure the city is choosing Canadian companies for goods, services and […]
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Ontario votes: No riding will be hit harder than this one by 25% Trump tariffs

The London Free Press
Voters in a Southwestern Ontario riding reliant on both the auto and farming industries, say tariffs are on their mind.
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ANALYSIS: In a Trump tariff trade war, even Canadian ‘winners’ will end up losing

The London Free Press
Could some Canadian and Southwestern Ontario businesses benefit from U.S. tariffs? Not really, experts say.
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Letters to the Editor: February 7, 2025

The London Free Press
Doug Ford already has a strong mandate and extending his time as leader won't make him any smarter.
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Word from Willie: Spring

The Lucknow Sentinel

No shadow, spring is on the way. South Bruce Peninsula Mayor Jay Kirkland informed the crowd in Wiarton of this year’s Wiarton Willie prediction shortly after 8 a.m. Sunday. The crowd began to gather before the 8:07 a.m. prediction, where Wiarton Willie was attended by his Shadow Cabinet, wearing their traditional tuxedoes, after fireworks started […]

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Ontario’s homeless population, in homeless encampments, is likely growing

The Lucknow Sentinel

The Association of Municipalities of Ontario calculated there were at least 1,400 homeless encampments in the province in 2023

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Baranyai: Too many adding fuel to fires of mistrust

The London Free Press
You're either part of the solution, or you're part of the problem, it's often said.
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Huron-Kinloss Mayor Don Murray elected deputy warden of Bruce County

The Lucknow Sentinel

Huron-Kinloss’ mayor is the new deputy warden of Bruce County. “I am honoured to have been chosen as deputy warden of Bruce County,” said Deputy Warden Don Murray in a news release. “I look forward to working closely with Warden Charbonneau and my fellow members of council to continue advancing the growth and well-being of […]

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Morris-Turnberry’s Jamie Heffer appointed Huron County warden

The Lucknow Sentinel

Jamie Heffer of Morris-Turnberry has been appointed as Huron County’s new warden for the 2025-2026 term. Heffer, a longtime resident of Morris-Turnberry, lives on a farm alongside his wife, Lori, where they’re involved in sheep, beef and crop production. “I am truly honoured to be appointed warden of Huron County,” Heffer said in a press […]

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