Canada Day: Your London primer for holiday fun

The London Free Press
Here’s your London guide to toast a true north strong and free, fireworks and all.
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Researchers assessing tornado damage north of London

The London Free Press
A tornado touched down Monday near Lucan, causing minor damage to a farm property, trees and crops, the Northern Tornadoes Project has confirmed.
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London teen drowns, child rescued at Ipperwash beach

The London Free Press
A teenager from London drowned and a child was rescued by bystanders at Ipperwash beach on Monday, provincial police say. Emergency crews responded shortly after 4 p.m. to reports of swimmers in distress at the Lake Huron beach near East Parkway Drive in Lambton Shores, Lambton County OPP said Tuesday.  An 18-year-old was found unresponsive […]
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Maggie Mac Neil, Jeff Carter joining London Sports Hall of Fame

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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Q+A: Maggie Mac Neil reflects on swimming success, next steps

The London Free Press
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
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