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Fanshawe's 106.9 The X
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Broadcasting from London Ontario, 106.9 The X showcases students enrolled in Fanshawe College Broadcasting Radio & Media Production and Journalism Multimedia programs. We bring together campus & community through music, information & conversation. #LdnOnt
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Road closures in London for Remembrance Day ceremony tomorrow (Tuesday)...
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November 10, 2025 at 5:15 PM
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⚠️Environment Canada has issued a snow squall warning for the London region due to potential development of a strong lake effect band off Lake Huron this eve into Tues morn. Intense snowfall rates of 5 to 10cm per hr. possible. OPP is reminding drivers to give yourself extra time to arrive safely.
November 10, 2025 at 4:09 PM
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London & St. Thomas Association of Realtors (LSTAR):
'London housing market shifts in favour of buyers as prices drop...'
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London housing market shifts in favour of buyers as prices drop
The housing market in London, Ontario, is cooling down, and that's good news for people looking to buy a home....
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November 7, 2025 at 3:44 PM
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Don Mattingly, --baseball hall-of-famer and Toronto Blue Jays coach-- is reportedly stepping away from the Jays following the World Series 'heartbreaker'. Apparently he's not planning to retire yet, and open to new opportunities with another club. ⚾️🧢
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Blue Jays part ways with Don Mattingly
The Toronto Blue Jays are going to do some scouting on a new bench coach as Don Mattingly decides to step away...
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November 7, 2025 at 2:08 PM
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'America's Got Talent' finalist --Greg Morton-- hosts 'London's Got Talent!' Nov.30th at Wolf Performance Hall. Details here: 1069thex.com/events/512930/
#SaveTheDate #music #entertainment #ldnont
November 6, 2025 at 4:33 PM
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With the cold weather season looming, the Boys & Girls Club of London is collecting donations of winter apparel. Details in the following link:
www.bgclondon.ca/special-even...
November 6, 2025 at 2:32 PM
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Same. Thank you for the kind words, Mike!
bloxam.bsky.social Mike Bloxam 🇨🇦🍉 @bloxam.bsky.social · 8d
I really hope something changes with the prospect of the station closing down. It's my favourite station in #LdnOnt for music!
November 4, 2025 at 2:45 PM
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Many of our grads work in newsrooms across the country and around the globe. We appreciate their support...!
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Student-run radio station 106.9 The X on the chopping block by Fanshawe College | CBC News
Nearly 50 years after it made history as Canada's first licensed, instructional campus radio station, London's 106.9 The X now faces an uncertain future.
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October 31, 2025 at 4:20 PM
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🎈Happy Birthday... to US! 🎂 47 candles on our cake today!

On this day in 1978, '6X FM' (as it was branded then) launched on Hallowe'en!🎃
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October 31, 2025 at 4:12 PM
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Jamaica has been severely impacted by Hurricane Melissa.
A local #ldnont relief effort is being organized by @jamsinlondonontario. Let’s show them Canadians cares by helping those in need. Let's send relief to Jamaica! 💚💛
October 30, 2025 at 7:41 PM
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'Hope For Jamaica - Hurricane relief concert'
A night of music, love & community, with all proceeds to Jamaica’s Office of Disaster Preparedness & Emergency Management (ODPEM)
#savethedate: Nov.6th/'25💛
October 30, 2025 at 3:30 PM
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Taylor Swift sets more records as “The Fate Of Ophelia” spends 3rd consecutive week at No.1 on Billboard's 'Hot 100' chart.
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#music #chartbeat #trending
Taylor Swift’s ‘The Fate of Ophelia’ Leads Hot 100 for Third Week, Olivia Dean & Leon Thomas Hit Top 10
Taylor Swift’s “The Fate of Ophelia” leads the Hot 100 for a third week, while Olivia Dean and Leon Thomas each hit the top 10.
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October 29, 2025 at 2:32 PM
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Demi Lovato Announces 2026 ‘It’s Not That Deep’ North American Tour...
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Demi Lovato Announces Dates for 2026 It’s Not That Deep North American Tour
Demi Lovato announced the stops for their 23-city 2026 It's Not That Deep North American tour; check out the dates.
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October 28, 2025 at 7:08 PM
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Greg Morton hosts 'London's Got Talent!' Coming Nov.30th to the Wolf Performance Hall. Details here: www.1069thex.com/events/512930/
#savethedate #music #entertainment #ldnont
October 27, 2025 at 2:18 PM
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Society of Saint Vincent de Paul proudly presents 'Thriftway to Runway Fashion Show' this Saturday October 25th at 2:00pm. FREE to attend 585 York Street in #LdnOnt.
#sustainablefashion #shoplocal #thrifting
October 22, 2025 at 1:43 PM
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Legendary #Toronto @bluejays.com slugger Jose Bautista (aka...'Joey Bats') threw the ceremonial first pitch for game#6 last night at Rogers SkyDome, (not a typo!)
Who would you like to see toss the 1st pitch tonight for game#7 tonight? i.e. Joe Carter? Dave Stieb? Ernie Whitt? Paul Molitor? etc.
October 20, 2025 at 6:59 PM
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School of hip-hop in London open for their fall registration🎶
#FiveOneNine #LdnOnt #Hiphop
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519 School of Hip Hop opens fall registration
First opened in August of 2020 by couple Jim (also known as JFX) and Mari Han, the 519 School of Hip Hop has s...
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September 30, 2025 at 5:10 PM
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An investigation has cleared officers of any wrongdoing after a man broke his ribs during arrest.
#LdnOnt #SIU #OPP
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Police officers cleared after man broke his ribs during arrest
A provincial crime unit has cleared police officers of unlawful conduct after a 32-year-old man sustained a br...
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September 30, 2025 at 4:57 PM
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An economic rebound offers hope for Canada🍁
#CanadaNews #EconomicsCanada
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Canadian economic rebound in July and August offers hope despite ongoing trade challenges
The Canadian economy returned to life in July and August, expanding by 0.2 per cent after three months of cont...
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September 30, 2025 at 4:55 PM
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Didn't get to attend this year's Oxford Ren Faire? ⚔️ Read about the medieval festivities here:
#OxfordRenFaire #RenaissanceFestival #LdnOnt
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Oxford Renaissance Festival brings history to the London area
Fantasy and history were brought to the London area over the weekend with the Oxford Renaissance Festival for ...
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September 30, 2025 at 4:52 PM
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Ontario-owned steel company given $500M loan in light of tariff challenges.
#OntNews #AlgomaSteel
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$500M government loan for Ontario-based steel company fighting tariffs
The Ontario government is collaborating with the federal government to invest in a steel company amidst changi...
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September 29, 2025 at 4:26 PM
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Fatal shot from police officer in Quebec sparks protests.
#Quebec #OntNews
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Protesters demand body cam footage after police fatally shot 15-year-old
After the shooting of a 15-year-old boy Nooran Rezayi in South Shore Quebec, protesters are requesting footage...
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September 29, 2025 at 3:52 PM
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Run for Palestine aims to raise funds locally for those in Gaza.
#LdnOnt #RunforPalestine #LdnOntNews
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Run for Palestine picnic brings hope and help for Gaza
Run for Palestine, the annual national fundraiser, took a new turn in London on Sunday with a family picnic ai...
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September 29, 2025 at 3:51 PM
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Looking for something to do this fall? See what the Forest City has to offer...🍁
#LdnOnt #ForestCity #CityofLondon
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City Hall gives way to take in London’s autumn sights
If you're looking for ways to celebrate the fall season, London's City Hall may have colourful views for you. ...
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September 29, 2025 at 3:50 PM
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High-risk offender in London out on probation.
#LdnOnt #LdnOntNews #LPS
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London police warn of high-risk offender now living in the city
According to London police a high-risk offender has been released from custody and will be living in the Londo...
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September 26, 2025 at 3:37 PM