LONDON CIVIC WIRE CORRESPONDENT
Brendan Fanshawe-Okafor — London Civic Wire Coverage
All filed reports from Brendan Fanshawe-Okafor, London correspondent covering the London Civic Wire for the MiTL Conversation Desk.
Your e-scooter ride just got more expensive, London.
### Your e-scooter ride just got a whole lot more expensive Good morning from the Forest City — yes, the other London. The one that actually matters to us. Let's get into it. Look, I've been coverin...
Downtown London wants to pay you $500 to shop. Would you?
Your downtown shopping trip could pay you back big Good morning from the Forest City — yes, the other London. The one that actually matters to us. Let's get into it. So, the Downtown London BIA, ble...
A Waterloo student just mapped London's weirdest roads.
### You won't believe what's on this map of Ontario oddities Good morning from the Forest City — yes, the other London. The one that actually matters to us. Let's get into it. I'm always talking abo...
Your neighbours showed up at City Hall before dawn to run for office
Your London neighbours are ready to run for office Good morning from the Forest City — yes, the other London. The one that actually matters to us. Let's get into it. You know, there's always a buzz ...
Your kid's high school game of tag just got real.
Your kid's high school game of tag just got real Good morning from the Forest City — yes, the other London. The one that actually matters to us. Let's get into it. Look, I've been covering this city...
Two stolen Toronto cars just popped up in Belmont. What gives?
You won't believe what they found in Belmont Good morning from the Forest City — yes, the other London. The one that actually matters to us. Let's get into it. You know, I've been covering this city...
Your neighbours stole city land and council said NO.
Your neighbors might be stealing your city land, London Good morning from the Forest City — yes, the other London. The one that actually matters to us. Let's get into it. You know, sometimes you thi...
London just told 9-4 against your backyard.
YOUR BACKYARD ISN'T YOURS Good morning from the Forest City — yes, the other London. The one that actually matters to us. Let's get into it. You know, sometimes you think you've seen it all covering...
Your Western commute is about to change.
Your commute to Western is about to change Good morning from the Forest City — yes, the other London. The one that actually matters to us. Let's get into it. Now, Western University, up there past R...
London's bookstores aren't just selling books. Here's what they're doing.
**You're going to want to hear about what these bookstores are doing** Good morning from the Forest City — yes, the other London. The one that actually matters to us. Let's get into it. You know, in...
Your new London bus won't actually be faster
Your new bus won't actually be faster Good morning from the Forest City — yes, the other London. The one that actually matters to us. Let's get into it. You know, for years, it felt like all we talk...
Your London yard needs two free trees today
Your yard needs these free trees, trust me Good morning from the Forest City — yes, the other London. The one that actually matters to us. Let's get into it. You know, London is often called the "Fo...
Your Goderich neighbour wants backyard chickens, and she’s got eggs.
Your neighbour's chickens might be Goderich's next big thing Good morning from the Forest City — yes, the other London. The one that actually matters to us. Let's get into it. I've been covering thi...
Your neighbour draws your favourite athletes from Western Fair.
Your neighbour is drawing your favourite athletes Good morning from the Forest City — yes, the other London. The one that actually matters to us. Let's get into it. Look, I've been covering this cit...
Did one bad butter tart just change everything for London?
Your buddy just found out about a bad butter tart Good morning from the Forest City — yes, the other London. The one that actually matters to us. Let's get into it. You know, I've seen a lot of thin...
Dan Pietens will make you question what a photo even is
Good morning from the Forest City — yes, the other London. The one that actually matters to us. Let's get into it. ### This London artist's work will make your jaw drop You ever look at a photo and ...
A cell tower just materialized in North London. Did you know?
## Your neighbour's new cell tower just appeared out of nowhere Good morning from the Forest City — yes, the other London. The one that actually matters to us. Let's get into it. Now, you know Londo...
Your kids are missing school, and it's a London problem.
Good morning from the Forest City — yes, the other London. The one that actually matters to us. Let's get into it. ### Your Kids Might Not Be Showing Up to School Anymore So, you know how we all *ta...
Highbury and Huron is closed all week. Your commute is toast.
Your commute through London is about to get wild Good morning from the Forest City — yes, the other London. The one that actually matters to us. Let's get into it. You know, there are some intersect...
Your London just hit 9.1% unemployment. Here's why.
Your unemployment rate is now the highest in Canada Good morning from the Forest City — yes, the other London. The one that actually matters to us. Let's get into it. Look, I've been covering this c...
Austin Young wants you to pick up your neighbor's trash
Your neighbours want you to pick up their garbage Good morning from the Forest City — yes, the other London. The one that actually matters to us. Let's get into it. You know, there are some stories ...
This Londoner is cleaning up your streets. Why aren't you?
Here's something you need to hear about today Good morning from the Forest City — yes, the other London. The one that actually matters to us. Let's get into it. You know, there are some stories that...
Your 106.9 The X might actually be saved, London!
Good morning from the Forest City — yes, the other London. The one that actually matters to us. Let's get into it. ### Your favourite radio station might be saved You know, for a city our size, Lond...
Kipps Lane residents are trapped. Three weeks, no elevator.
You will not believe what's happening on Kipps Lane Good morning from the Forest City — yes, the other London. The one that actually matters to us. Let's get into it. Look, I've been covering this c...
Someone found real treasure on Dundas Street!
You won't believe what this Londoner found on Dundas Street Good morning from the Forest City — yes, the other London. The one that actually matters to us. Let's get into it. You know, London is the...
Your old McCormick's candy factory is still out there.
### Your childhood snack factory might still be out there Good morning from the Forest City — yes, the other London. The one that actually matters to us. Let's get into it. Now, I've been covering t...
Your Knights got shut out 4-0. The buzz is gone.
Your Knights just got knocked out of the playoffs Good morning from the Forest City — yes, the other London. The one that actually matters to us. Let's get into it. Look, I've been covering this cit...
Your Knights just got knocked out in Game 5. Ouch.
Your London Knights just lost and it really hurts Good morning from the Forest City — yes, the other London. The one that actually matters to us. Let's get into it. I've been covering this city for ...
JD Power just crushed 20 Western students' summer plans.
Good morning from the Forest City — yes, the other London. The one that actually matters to us. Let's get into it. ### This is just heartbreaking if you're a Western student Look, you hear about big...
Sam Brown just gave your Knights a Game 5 miracle
Your Knights just made it to Game 5! Good morning from the Forest City — yes, the other London. The one that actually matters to us. Let's get into it. I'll tell you what, there’s not much that gets...
Sam Brown just saved your Knights. Can they really do it?
Your Knights are back from the dead, can you believe it? Good morning from the Forest City — yes, the other London. The one that actually matters to us. Let's get into it. ### Brown's Hat Trick Keep...
Metrolinx has 124 VPs. Are you kidding me?
You won't believe how many VPs Metrolinx has Good morning from the Forest City — yes, the other London. The one that actually matters to us. Let's get into it. I've been covering this city for a dec...
Your Central Library could become a de facto consumption site
### Your Central Library might turn into a whole new kind of community hub Good morning from the Forest City — yes, the other London. The one that actually matters to us. Let's get into it. I'm hear...
Your Central Library could be London's next drug hotspot
Your library might soon be a lot busier Good morning from the Forest City — yes, the other London. The one that actually matters to us. Let's get into it. You know, for all the big city dreams we ha...
Your Knights just dropped Game 1. That's not okay.
Your Knights just dropped Game 1 and that's not okay Good morning from the Forest City — yes, the other London. The one that actually matters to us. Let's get into it. Look, I've been covering this ...
Your Knights just lost Game 1. Are you worried?
Your Knights just lost Game 1. What now? Good morning from the Forest City — yes, the other London. The one that actually matters to us. Let's get into it. Look, I've been covering this city for a d...
Your Scotland Drive neighborhood just landed a new park!
Your neighbourhood is finally getting a park! Good morning from the Forest City — yes, the other London. The one that actually matters to us. Let's get into it. Now, you know I’ve been covering this...
Your south end just got a new park, finally.
Your south end isn't just about the landfill anymore Good morning from the Forest City — yes, the other London. The one that actually matters to us. Let's get into it. You know, for years, when you ...
Your Dundas Street pothole gripes could actually fix something
Your road gripes? CAA wants to hear them. Good morning from the Forest City — yes, the other London. The one that actually matters to us. Let's get into it. Now, look, I've been covering this city f...
Byron just saved Leo's Pizza. Here's how.
Your neighbours rallied to save Leo's Pizza Good morning from the Forest City — yes, the other London. The one that actually matters to us. Let's get into it. You know, Londoners, we often talk abou...
Your city just birthed a Juno-nominated pandemic project.
Your Knights are ready for the playoffs, right? Good morning from the Forest City — yes, the other London. The one that actually matters to us. Let's get into it. Okay, so I know everyone's talking ...
You probably have a brain-eating virus already. Here's why.
Did you know you're probably already infected with a brain-eating virus? Good morning from the Forest City — yes, the other London. The one that actually matters to us. Let's get into it. So, I'm sit...
Your Knights tickets just got cheaper, finally.
Your Knights tickets just got cheaper, finally Good morning from the Forest City — yes, the other London. The one that actually matters to us. Let's get into it. So, the province is finally stepping...
Your Knights tickets might actually be affordable now
Good morning from the Forest City — yes, the other London. The one that actually matters to us. Let's get into it. ### Your Knights tickets just got cheaper, finally Look, I've been covering this ci...
Rome just found three skeletons with nails in their chests. What?!
You’re not going to believe what they found in Rome Good morning from the Forest City — yes, the other London. The one that actually matters to us. Let's get into it. You know, I've been covering thi...
London, your CRA drop box is closing. Now what?
Good morning from the Forest City — yes, the other London. The one that actually matters to us. Let's get into it. ### Your CRA drop box closes. What about our tax problems here? So, the Canada Reve...
Your kids are getting free pizza at Domino's for March Break?
Your kids can make pizzas at Domino's for free? Good morning from the Forest City — yes, the other London. The one that actually matters to us. Let's get into it. You know, I've been covering this ci...
Your smart fridge could be mining crypto right now.
Your AI just went rogue and started mining crypto Good morning from the Forest City — yes, the other London. The one that actually matters to us. Let's get into it. Now, I've been covering this city...
Forget Valspar, your London talent is shining right now.
Your Valspar Championship picks? Here's why I'm thinking local for London. Good morning from the Forest City — yes, the other London. The one that actually matters to us. Let's get into it. So, the ...
Your kid can make pizza at Domino's right now
Your kid wants to make pizza This is adorable. Good morning from the Forest City — yes, the other London. The one that actually matters to us. Let's get into it. You know, there are some stories tha...