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London, Kentucky Patch AM: a 4 min read

Coffee in hand, London? We've got the latest town updates for you. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Which upcoming court and city hearings could matter to London residents?
  • What should London residents do if a black bear wanders by?
  • London firefighters assist in Clay County blaze that injures five responders

Today's riddle: What do sweet potatoes wear to bed? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Showers and a heavier t-storm, with a high of 84 and low of 62 degrees.
  • Saturday: Partly sunny and less humid, temps: high: 86, low: 66. 🌶 Hot!
  • Sunday: A stray t-storm; not as warm, with a high of 79 and low of 59 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Legal Notices for 6-10-2026 (thenewsjournal.net) — A London resident has been appointed co-executor in a Whitley District Court estate case, alongside a Corbin co-executor. The same notice list also details upcoming public hearings in Corbin and Williamsburg on zoning, city road funds, and a mine permit decision that may interest residents in the wider region.
   

• Bear sightings continue in Kentucky (wkyt.com) — London residents are among several Kentucky communities seeing black bears this week, with photos of a bear in town recently shared on social media. Wildlife officials say June brings more sightings as bears mate and emerge from hibernation, and they urge anyone spotting a bear in residential areas to contact the state Fish and Wildlife department.
   

• 5 Firefighters Injured in Clay Co Ky House Fire (clayconews.com) — London firefighters helped Manchester crews battle a June 5 Clay County house fire where five firefighters were injured but later released with no life‑threatening injuries. The City of London Fire Department joined Bush and Hacker departments to contain the blaze to the home’s attic and lower levels. State police were asked to investigate possible arson but reportedly did not respond on scene.
   

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💬 Chatter

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  • Please share & repost to help reunite lost dog!
    Rudy was LOST on June 9, 2026 in London, KY near Parkside Rd & Hwy 1189. Please bring him home to me! For the latest information or to contact the… (Nextdoor Mjb Drive)
  • Pizza Hut posted a job opening for Customer Service in London. Apply here.
  • Papa John's posted a job opening for Shift Leader in London. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near London here.

🗞 Nearby News

Corbin

  • Local dentist reflects on one decade of service to Corbin community (thenewsjournal.net)
  • Whitley Co. EMS Director remembered by emergency services community (thenewsjournal.net)
  • These are Kentucky's most treasured views: 3 stunning spots to visit (palmbeachpost.com)

Barbourville

  • Dad Arrested After His 2 Toddlers Left Home and Wandered Along Busy Road (fresnobee.com)

Ok London! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Yammies! (Thank you Lynda S. for sending it in!)
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in London

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.

Stay in the loop with what's happening in London

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.