Gainsborough Road closes overnight starting Sunday
Gainsborough Road will be closed between Hyde Park Road and Rotary Link trail until approximately 6:00 a.m. on Monday.
The closure will allow for paving work, according to the City of London. The city urges people to follow all posted signs and find alternative directions.
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