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Cornies: For all their faults, Olympics what we need right now


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Cornies: For all their faults, Olympics what we need right now

Sat, 2026-02-07 00:44

The London Free Press

The Olympic Games have their faults and weaknesses. But in many respects, they’re exactly what we need right now.

Columnists, London Free Press, Olympics, Opinion, games, play, standards, World


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LIVE Q+A: Southwestern Ontario athletes to watch at the Winter Olympics


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LIVE Q+A: Southwestern Ontario athletes to watch at the Winter Olympics

Thu, 2026-01-29 10:03

The London Free Press

Ryan Pyette will be taking your questions and offering his predictions.

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Boler Mountain set for high-speed concrete toboggan competition


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Boler Mountain set for high-speed concrete toboggan competition

Mon, 2026-01-12 10:12

The London Free Press

About 450 engineering students from 18 universities will compete in London next month.

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Ripley Reunion providing funds to 36 community groups, initiatives


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Ripley Reunion providing funds to 36 community groups, initiatives

Mon, 2025-12-15 10:55

The Lucknow Sentinel

The 2025 event raised more than $200,000.

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New book on Tokyo Olympics features Damian Warner’s pandemic journey


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New book on Tokyo Olympics features Damian Warner’s pandemic journey

Sun, 2025-12-14 14:43

The London Free Press

Damian Warner and Gar Leyshon have learned a lot in the decathlete star's four trips to the Olympic Games. 

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Maggie Mac Neil to be inducted into London Sports Hall of Fame


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Maggie Mac Neil to be inducted into London Sports Hall of Fame

Wed, 2025-11-05 15:19

The London Free Press

The Banting grad will join boxer Jennifer Ogg, Paralympians Darda Sales and David Willsie, and rugby organizer Murray Young.

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London’s Damian Warner chases first outdoor world title in Tokyo


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London’s Damian Warner chases first outdoor world title in Tokyo

Fri, 2025-09-19 09:09

The London Free Press

He has done everything in the decathlon except finish first at the outdoor world championships.

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Sport notes: Damian Warner; Christine Nesbitt; lumberjack showdown


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Sport notes: Damian Warner; Christine Nesbitt; lumberjack showdown

Sun, 2025-08-31 10:02

The London Free Press

Damian Warner will take another shot at the one decathlon title that has eluded him in his career.

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Excitement ramping up for ‘once-in-a-decade’ celebration in Ripley


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Excitement ramping up for ‘once-in-a-decade’ celebration in Ripley

Wed, 2025-07-16 14:54

The Lucknow Sentinel

The 2025 Ripley Reunion runs from July 31 to Aug. 4 featuring a massive parade, light-hearted competitions, and live entertainment.

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Excitement ramping up for ‘once-in-a-decade’ celebration in Ripley


Wed, 2025-07-16 14:54

The Lucknow Sentinel

The 2025 Ripley Reunion runs from July 31 to Aug. 4 featuring a massive parade, light-hearted competitions, and live entertainment.


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Woodruff: Why non-traditional sports like pickleball are booming


Sat, 2025-07-05 00:17

The London Free Press

Canadians are seeking alternative ways to stay physically active, connect socially and improve their mental and physical well-being

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Maggie Mac Neil, Jeff Carter joining London Sports Hall of Fame


Mon, 2025-06-16 18:49

The London Free Press

The London Sports Hall of Fame announced six inductees who will be honoured at a ceremony Nov. 6 at the Hellenic Centre.

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