City of London names new fire chief

July 10, 2018, London, Ont. – The first woman fire chief in London’s history, who cut her teeth in a different end of the profession, says she can lead differently. Newly minted chief Lori Hamer is taking over the top job at a tumultuous time, as the London fire department looks to stabilize after harassment allegations and claims of a “toxic” workplace prompted city hall to launch an investigation and culture review in March. The London Free Press reports. | READ MORE