Hallowe’en has come and gone, but for some folks the scary stuff is not over. With the colder months, more expenses can arise. Heating costs get higher. Things like winter coats and boots may need to be bought. For those with young families in particular, the never-ending challenge of clothing […]
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6th Annual Communities in Bloom Pumpkin Parade on November 1
Join us for the 6th annual Communities in Bloom Pumpkin Parade! On November 1, 2023, your pumpkins can be a part of the parade by dropping them off at the parking lot off of Herrington St. from 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm. The Pumpkin Parade officially begins at 6:30 pm […]
ADM To Green the Greenway in Essex
The Chrysler Canada Greenway will become a little greener this year, thanks to a significant investment from ADM, a global leader in agricultural origination and nutrition. Through ADM’s corporate social investment program, ADM Cares, ADM employees and friends will plant 300 trees along a Harrow section of the Greenway that […]
Kingsville Horticultural Society News: Winter Sowing with Carol Dunn
The lawn furniture is put away, the leaves are raked, the plants have been cut back and mulched. Now you can take a break as the garden rests. OR NOT! Why don’t you get a jump on spring planting with Winter Sowing? Carol Dunn (Communities In Bloom, Kingsville Horticultural Society) […]
Detroit And Windsor to Hold Community Appreciation Breakfasts
With a variety of recent and upcoming achievements on the Gordie Howe International Bridge project, Windsor-Detroit Bridge Authority (WDBA) and Bridging North America (BNA) look to celebrate with residents and thank them for their support and patience over the last five years of construction by hosting two community appreciation breakfasts. […]
5K Super Santa Walk/Run/Wheel Returns To Amherstburg
After a three year hiatus, bells will be ringing again in downtown Amherstburg as hundreds of jolly participants run and walk in support of the local environment at Essex Region Conservation’s Super Santa Run on Saturday, November 18, starting at 5 p.m. A sea of Santas will flood the streets […]
Toldo Foundation Donates to John R. Park Homestead Restoration
The efforts to restore the John R. Park Homestead received a giant boost today, as the Toldo Foundation donated $100,000 toward the effort. “The John R. Park Homestead is a unique site which, aligned with the Toldo Foundation values, greatly enriches our community through heritage preservation, education, tourism and more,” […]
Cover Crop Funding Available Through Clean Water – Green Spaces Program
In an effort to share in the responsibility of a clean and healthy environment, the Essex Region Conservation Authority (ERCA) offers a comprehensive Clean Water – Green Spaces program aimed at improving regional water quality and enhancing natural areas and biodiversity. This year, grants are available for cover crops, which […]
2nd Kingsville Scouts Launch Fundraising For Pacific Jamboree
Fundraising has started for the 2nd Kingsville Scouts to help them attend the Pacific Jamboree which is set to take place in Sooke, B.C. from July 6 to 13, 2024. Because the Jamboree only occurs every four years, this will be the only opportunity for the current Scout Troop to […]
Kingsville Community Food Bank Needs for October, 2023
October can be a very satisfying time of year. The worst of the summer heat has passed, and plenty of people are looking forward to Thanksgiving and Hallowe’en. But this isn’t true for everyone. When money is tight, these special occasions can cause an even more unpleasant pinch. If corners have […]