London

First Local Flu Death Of Season

Although flu activity in the London area is still described as low by the Middlesex-London Health Unit, it has claimed a life.

Only two cases of influenza were reported between November 30 and December 6, but in one case, the patient died. There have been seven flu cases since September 1 and one outbreak. Two people have required hospitalization.

Across the country, 48 flu cases were reported and the majority of patients were over the age of 65.

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Owen Sound Library session gets cyclists ready to roll

Dust off those handlebars and pump up those tires because cycling season is officially upon us! If your trusty two-wheeler is looking a bit more "rusty" than "ready," the Owen Sound & North Grey Union Public Library has just the thing to get you back on the road safely.