The Loon (London Ontario Online News)
The Loon, Cedric Richards, Mike Donachie, Matt Brown, Diana Tamblyn, Steve CordesPublic interest journalism in London, Ontario Canada. The Loon covers municipal affairs, local issues, arts and culture, and the stories shaping our community.
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The City | Wellington and King | Citi Plaza | Sponsored by the London Bicycle Cafe
Welcome back to another look at The City with Cedric Richards, where you can expect a look at the Forest City with a fresh perspective. Thank you to all of you who have chosen The Loon in reading and subscribing to us each day.
Today, let’...
Paul Hubert joins to discuss the guest column he wrote for The Loon - Buckle Up: Monday October 19th, Sponsored by Hamilton Road BIA
October 19th, 2026
Good morning, London. I’m Matt Brown and this is Buckle Up, sponsored by the Hamilton Road BIA.
It’s Monday, October 19th and this is your weekly update about all things London brought to you by London Ontario Online N...
Strong Mayor Powers: Where do We Draw the Line?
City of London council chambers. Photo from the City of London.
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An editorial by guest writer Paul Hubert
Amid the 2026 mayoral race, the topic of strong mayor powers has emerged as a key issue. Not so much whether we should have it...
The Matt Brown Podcast: Saturday, October 17, 2026
Hello London — I’m Matt Brown and this is The Matt Brown Podcast. It’s the show about all things local, and maybe some other stuff too.
We have a good show for you today. London Free Press City Hall Reporter Jack Moulton is joining us to t...
Steve’s Reflections, Brought to you by Old East Village BIA | October 16, 2026 | Beyond Sound Bites (Week 4): Final Thoughts
Steve Cordes
October 16, 2026
What Makes a Good Mayor? Reflections on My Interviews with 3 of London’s Mayoral Candidates
What makes a good mayor? Is it leadership? Experience? The promises they make? Or is it something more?
Over the...
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Featuring some of London’s most experienced journalists, commentators and community voices. The Loon covers municipal affairs, local issues, arts and culture, and the stories shaping our community. Subscribe for free today!
London, Ontario and beyond.
Hosts: The Matt Brown Podcast and Newsmakers on Rogers TV. / Member of CBC Radio London's Political Panel / regular contributor for AM 980 Morning Show & London Live / Served on London City Council, 2010 - 2018, as a councillor and then mayor.
Marketer by day, cartoonist by night.
Through stories, reflections, and lessons from more than 40 years leading community innovation, I explore current issues and offer what I believe it takes to build stronger community, tackle complex issues, and create lasting systems change .
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