Message from the Mayor Dear Byron,
In Byron, the hills, curves and distinctive routes around Boler Mountain and Griffith Street always make winter maintenance a unique undertaking. Our crews have been working continuously to keep these neighbourhood roads safe, including the main arteries that connect residents to the schools, Byron Village businesses and Springbank Park. As we welcome March, I’m hopeful for the longer days ahead. I know many of you are eager to return to riverfront walks, neighbourhood markets and community gatherings once the thaw arrives. Thank you for your resilience this winter and for the continued community spirit that makes Byron such a warm place, even in the coldest months. Josh
As we turn the page into March, I think we’re all feeling ready for the first real signs of spring. This winter has been an especially challenging one for London, with heavy snow and persistent cold both hot on the heels (well, maybe not hot) of December’s ice storm. I want to thank you for your patience as the City tackled more than 3,600 kilometres of roadways and pathways, fighting through an over-two-week stretch recently where the snowpack simply refused to melt.
Mayor Josh Morgan mayor@london.ca 519-661-4920
Byron Optimism in Action The Optimist Club of Byron has been serving the community and supporting local youth through volunteer efforts since 1950. For more than seven decades, its members have worked behind the scenes and at the forefront of community events, helping to create opportunities for young people and strengthen the fabric of Byron. In the months ahead, the Byron Villager will be sharing photos and stories that highlight the Club’s lasting impact and its many years of service and commitment to making Byron a better place to live, learn and grow. Membership in the Optimist Club of Byron is open to anyone interested in giving back and being part of a long-standing tradition of community involvement. To learn more, visit www.byronoptimist.ca
The Byron Optimists held their third annual Variety Fair. One of the attractions was the tower built by 29th Troop Scouts using rope to hold it together. The photo proves the tower would hold the weight! c1953
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Byron Villager March 2026
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