The federal government’s requirement that all new vehicles sold by 2035 be electric could increase Canada’s power demands by as much as 15.3 per cent, requiring the equivalent of 10 new mega hydro dams or 13 large natural gas plants to meet the increased power needs, finds a new study […]
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Leamington Council Matters from February 27, 2024
At the Leamington Council meeting of Tuesday, February 27, 2024, Council: Approved a Zoning Amendment Application for 34 Askew Street, Leamington, to permit a multi-unit building containing five-units; established revised zoning provisions; and reduced barrier-free parking requirements from one space to zero spaces. Deferred consideration of a Zoning Amendment application […]
Essex Native Milkweed Inspires New Stamp Collection
Canada Post’s latest stamp issue features two native wildflowers that are important sources of food for a variety of pollinators, including hummingbirds, butterflies and bees. The brilliant blossoms of butterfly milkweed (Asclepias tuberosa) and spotted beebalm (Monarda punctata) become heavy with nectar and pollen, attracting hungry insects and birds. Those […]
Council Brief from March 11, 2024 Meeting of Town Council
At its March 11, 2024 meeting, Council: Reconsidered By-law 68-2023, which had previously prohibited the illumination of Commercial Signs outside or on buildings between 11 pm. and 7 am, and directed Administration to amend Property Standards By-law 68-2023 accordingly Approved Consent Application B-2024-5 to sever an existing dwelling deemed surplus […]
Lighting By-Law For Commercial Signs Revoked By Council
During last evening’s Town Council meeting at the Unico Community Centre, Mayor Dennis Rogers presented a notice of motion to revoke a by-law prohibiting the lighting of external commercial signs between the hours of 11pm and 7am. The by-law, which went into effect in August of last year with final […]
Kingsville — The Best Place to View the Eclipse in Essex County!
On Monday, April 8, 2024, there is a total solar eclipse, and Kingsville is on the path of totality, offering a once-in-a-lifetime experience for residents and visitors. The “path of totality” refers to the narrow track on the Earth’s surface where the Moon completely covers the Sun, resulting in sudden […]
Highway 3 Expansion Between Essex and Leamington Begins
The final phase of widening Highway 3 between Essex and Leamington is underway. With as many as 17,300 vehicles travelling between Essex and Leamington each day, the expansion is a welcome development. This project which covers 15.6 kilometres of Highway 3 will increase the current two lanes to four lanes. […]
Leamington Announces Waterfront Bike Path Enhancement
The Municipality of Leamington is excited to announce the continuation of enhancements to its waterfront area, and a key component of the Waterfront Destination Master Plan. To enhance the experience along the waterfront, the Municipality is preparing to construct a dedicated bike path on the promenade, extending from the Leamington […]
Leamington Unveils Logo To Commemorate Its 150th Anniversary
The Municipality of Leamington is excited to announce that members of the community have chosen the official logo for Leamington’s 150th anniversary celebrations. After enthusiastic participation from residents, 552 votes were cast, and the final tally revealed a clear favourite; the winning logo secured 318 votes. “We are grateful to […]
March 11 Kingsville Town Council Meeting Agenda Is Online
TOWN OF KINGSVILLE REGULAR MEETING OF COUNCIL AGENDA Monday, March 11, 2024 6:00 – 10:00 PM Unico Community Centre 37 Beech Street Kingsville, ON N9Y 1A9 The Agenda for the March 11, 2024 Council meeting is available on our website. View Livestream at the time of the proceedings at https://www.kingsville.ca/livestream […]