London Free Press

The London Free Press is a daily publication located in London, Ontario, Canada, and it boasts the highest circulation of any newspaper in Southwestern Ontario. Originally named the Canadian Free Press, the newspaper was established by William Sutherland and started its journey as a weekly paper on January 2, 1849. In 1852, it was acquired for $500 by Josiah Blackburn and Stephen Blackburn, who rebranded it as The London Free Press and Daily Western Advertiser. By 1855, Blackburn transitioned the publication from a weekly to a daily format.

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Londoner Taylor Elgersma relishes pre-draft NFL workouts

1 day ago | lfpress.com | Ryan Pyette

The Wilfrid Laurier star quarterback stopped by Green Bay’s famous Lambeau Field recently while working out for the Packers ahead of the NFL draft starting on Thursday night. “I had watched some CFL games in person but have never been down there (for an NFL game),” the 23-year-old Londoner said. “That was pretty cool to see and it’s pretty historic.
'I could hear her screaming': Man describes pulling partner from burning home

2 days ago | lfpress.com | Dale Carruthers

Nick Taylor says he was in the backyard of his east London home when he heard a loud “pop” and saw a bathroom window blow out. Fearing for his longtime partner taking a nap in the upstairs bedroom, Taylor says he rushed into the smoke-filled house on Avalon Street on April 17. “I could hear her screaming my name,” he said of Teresa Cartwright. “But it was black as can be by then.
U18 AAA Elgin-Middlesex Canucks earn shot at national title

3 days ago | lfpress.com | Ryan Pyette

They had already lost three times to the veteran-laden Vaughan Kings this season and were down two goals in the first period of the Ontario Hockey Federation Central Region U18 ‘AAA’ boys championship final a few weeks back. “It was looking like things weren’t going to work out for us,” coach Brian Dobbin said, “but the kids are a special group and decided they were going to win that game. They played the way they can and said, ‘you’re not beating us this time.’ That’s what happened.
Fire does $500,000 damage to southeast London home

3 days ago | lfpress.com | Brian Williams

They stated the fire had been knocked down and ventilation efforts were underway, adding one person was assessed by paramedics for smoke inhalation, but declined to be taken to hospital. Fire officials posted on social media at about 10:20 p.m. on Sunday that crews were at the scene of a fire on Stanhope Crescent, which is northeast of Southdale Road East and Adelaide Street South intersection. Officials estimate damages to be about $500,000 following a house fire in the city’s southeast end.
Defence lawyer offers warning as man gets sent to prison for drug dealing

4 days ago | lfpress.com | Terry Bridge

SARNIA – Kyle Herron’s own lawyer offered him a caution before he was led out of a Sarnia courtroom to serve a three-year prison sentence for drug trafficking. “If he falls back into this conduct next time around, it’ll be probably double the three years,” Robert McFadden said. Herron, 26, was arrested about a year and a half ago as Sarnia police raided the Mitton Street North home in which he lived. During the Nov.
Ontario's first inspector general of policing reflects at one-year mark

4 days ago | lfpress.com | Dale Carruthers

When Ryan Teschner was appointed as Ontario’s first inspector general of policing, he vowed to visit all of the province’s 43 police forces and meet with the boards overseeing them. Now, one year later, the head of Ontario’s Inspectorate of Policing says he has travelled across the province for in-person meetings with police leaders and board members from 39 forces. “I recognize that we are a new oversight body and I want to make sure that we introduce ourselves properly.
Fare With A Flair: Potato-mushroom gratin makes holiday meals special

5 days ago | lfpress.com | Jill Wilcox

With Easter weekend upon us, many families will be celebrating over the next few days. Easter is also a great time to welcome spring and get together over a special meal. At all our special family get-togethers, a potato dish is a must-have. It can be as simple as a big bowl of fluffy mashed potatoes, or something a bit more decadent like this week’s recipe for potato-mushroom gratin. I like that this dish can be made ahead and it really holds the heat when it comes out of the oven.
Reader to Reader: April 19, 2025

5 days ago | lfpress.com | Robin Harvey

On Sunday, April 6, I found a very heavy, well-stocked toolbox at the southeast corner at Adelaide and Cheapside streets. I suspect it slid out of a vehicle and I would guess it belongs to a service person. I can be reached by email at [email protected]. I just finished the first week of my new fitness routine with three of the city’s recreation programs.
Neighbours recall troubles at home where fire raged, woman was hurt

5 days ago | lfpress.com | Beatriz Baleeiro

A skull mailbox, burned e-bikes, scooters and shacks in the backyard remained in the rubble Friday of an east London home destroyed by fire one day prior. Surrounded by yellow tape, police cruisers, and fire investigators, the home at 1884 Avalon St. – near the intersection of Clarke Road and Dundas Street – was known for years for sheltering homeless people in its backyard, neighbours said.
London Eats: Five local spots for Easter treats to savour

5 days ago | lfpress.com | Beatriz Baleeiro

It’s the Easter long weekend, and there are plenty of places to get treats in London. Reporter Beatriz Baleeiro runs down five places to satisfy your sweet tooth. The Wortley Village artisanal bakery has a list of offerings on its Easter menu. The hot cross buns made with orange and lemon are “very popular” with six buns going for $10, said pastry chef Erika Van Geese.