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Council Brief from the March 23, 2026 Meeting

At its March 23, 2026 meeting, Council: Approved an update to Heritage Designation By-law 97-2006 for 86 Division Street South (A. Eastman House) to remove the horse chestnut tree as a designated heritage feature due to structural deterioration Awarded the bid for watermain construction in the Southwest Service Area to Sherway Contracting (Windsor) Ltd. in the amount of $1,983,628 (excluding HST), and […]

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Town of Kingsville Urges Responsible Pet Ownership

The Town of Kingsville encourages all residents to practice responsible pet ownership by leashing their dogs and picking up after them to help maintain a clean, welcoming environment for everyone. Municipal By-Law 103-2003 as amended, outlines the licensing, regulating, and registration of dogs within the Town. Keeping dogs leashed when outside the owner’s home […]

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Municipality of Leamington, Leamington Flyers Issue Joint Statement

The Leamington Flyers and the Municipality of Leamington confirm that constructive discussions have recently taken place regarding the future of junior hockey in our community. The Flyers have reaffirmed their intention to remain in Leamington for years to come, continuing to build a championship-calibre program and to contribute positively to […]

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‘Kingsville Alerts’ System To Become Inactive At End Of March

Residents are encouraged to subscribe for emergency alerts and news notifications at kingsville.ca/subscribe. The Town of Kingsville is updating how we share urgent public information. At the end of March 2026, our mass emergency notification system, known as “Kingsville Alerts,” will become inactive. The system has seen very limited use in […]

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Regular Meeting of Town Council Agenda for March 23 Available

TOWN OF KINGSVILLE REGULAR MEETING OF COUNCIL AGENDA Monday, March 23, 2026 6:00 – 10:00 PM Unico Community Centre 37 Beech Street Kingsville, ON N9Y 1A9 View the livestream at the time of the proceedings at https://www.kingsville.ca/livestream. For information pertaining to this agenda or to arrange for any additional accessibility needs, […]

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Leamington Clarifies Support For 2027 Ontario Gymnastics Bid

The Municipality of Leamington is providing clarification regarding Council’s recent decision to support a bid by Rose City Gymnastics to host the 2027 Ontario Gymnastics Championships at the Nature Fresh Farms Recreation Centre. Council’s decision confirms facility availability and enables Rose City Gymnastics to proceed with its application to Gymnastics […]

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Ruthven Sanitary Sewer Project Update on ‘Have Your Say, Kingsville!’

The Town of Kingsville has updated its Ruthven Sanitary Sewer and Treatment Plant Issues project page on HaveYourSayKingsville.ca to include a report that is coming to Council on Monday, March 23, 2026. The report provides an overview of the system challenges, compliance progress, financial details, and the status of the ongoing litigation […]

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Registration Open For Kingsville’s Great Migration Paint Out

Register by September 4 to secure the early‑bird rate The Town of Kingsville is excited to announce the Great Migration Paint Out returns Thursday, October 15 to Sunday, October 18, 2026. This four‑day outdoor painting competition welcomes artists from across North America to capture the beauty of Kingsville’s historic architecture, charming farms, lakeside […]

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FAQ: Negotiations between the County of Essex and CUPE Local 2974.2

Q: Why is the County publishing this FAQ? A: The County is committed to transparency regarding issues of public safety and is providing this FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) to address common questions about the labour relations framework governing Ontario’s ambulance services and the current state of negotiations between the County and […]

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Notice of Completion – Kingsville Water Pollution Control Plant Class EA

The Ontario Clean Water Agency (OCWA) and the Town of Kingsville (Town) undertook a Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (Class EA) to upgrade the Kingsville Wastewater Pollution Control Plant and Lagoons. The study followed the Schedule ‘C’ Municipal Class EA process as set out by the Municipal Engineers Association. The Town’s […]

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Tolls Announced for Gordie Howe Bridge, Discount Program Launched

Businesses are now invited to ‘break away’ and experience a new era of cross-border connection. This week, the Windsor-Detroit Bridge Authority announced toll rates and with Bridging North America, launched Breakaway, the toll discount program, for the Gordie Howe International Bridge. Breakaway is a pass to seamless crossing at the Gordie Howe International […]

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Cybersecurity Initiative Strengthens Windsor-Essex Public Sector Expertise

One-year CISSP cohort (2025-2026) equipped 18 technical leaders across nine public sector organizations with advanced cybersecurity expertise Connecting Windsor-Essex (CWE) has announced the successful completion of its one-year regional cybersecurity training pilot, delivered from January 2025 to January 2026, as a part of its strategic commitment to strengthening the cybersecurity […]

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Windsor Student Heads To Scripps National Spelling Bee In Washington, D.C.

Isaac Brogan wins 8th annual WFCU Credit Union Scripps Spelling Bee Regional Final for Third Time Following an intense competition featuring 34 elementary school students from across Windsor-Essex, Sarnia-Lambton, and Chatham-Kent, Isaac Brogan, a grade eight student at Maranatha Christian Academy in Windsor, has been named the 2026 WFCU Credit […]

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Kingsville’s Open-Market Bid On Former High School Property Declined

The Town of Kingsville has been informed that its open‑market bid to purchase the former Kingsville District High School (KDHS) property has not been accepted. Administration received notice from the School Board’s legal counsel on March 2, 2026. No additional details were provided. Council directed Administration on January 19, 2026, […]

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Leamington Advances Seacliff Drive West Roundabout Construction Project

The Municipality of Leamington is advising residents that work on the Seacliff Drive West Roundabout project will resume the week of March 2, 2026, with construction beginning on Clearwater Street. Clearwater Street is the new roadway connection being constructed from the roundabout to service the adjacent development. During this phase […]

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Storm Sewer Reconstruction Begins In March On LaSalle’s Front Road

The Front Road Storm Sewer Reconstruction project is scheduled to begin, Tuesday, March 3. The reconstruction area includes the section of Front Road from Boismier Avenue to Reaume Road. This work will include lane restrictions along Front Road beginning Monday, March 9. Major traffic delays are expected. Alternate routes should be considered, as […]

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Major Upgrade To Windsor’s Water System Starts In March

Windsor Utilities Commission (WUC) is advancing its infrastructure renewal program with Phase Three of the Central Corridor Feedermain (CCFM) project, extending from Milloy Street to the A.J. Brian Pumping Station. This phase delivers another major upgrade to Windsor’s water system. ENWIN Utilities, WUC’s operating partner, is collaborating closely with The […]

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Windsor Seeking Additional Members For Committee Of Adjustment

The City of Windsor is inviting qualified and community-minded residents to apply for two current vacancies on the Committee of Adjustment, an independent decision-making body that plays a vital role in shaping the city’s growth and development. The Committee of Adjustment is responsible for hearing applications; receiving public input; and […]

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Fire Code Violations In Leamington Lead To Fines For Local Rental Unit Manager

The Municipality of Leamington has obtained convictions resulting in fines totalling $1,920, plus court costs, against a local rental unit manager following a fire safety inspection of a residential housing unit. The inspection revealed multiple violations of the Ontario Fire Code related to the installation and maintenance of required smoke […]

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Fire Department Presents Emergency Tips for Severe Winter Weather

The Kingsville Fire Department Presents Emergency Preparedness Tips — Planning for Severe Winter Weather and Cold Climates The Kingsville Fire Department reminds residents that severe winter weather and cold climates can pose hazards to our health and safety. It can impact transportation routes and critical infrastructure, and cause injuries such […]

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LaSalle Council Adopts Final Parks, Recreation And Culture Master Plan

The final version of the Parks, Recreation and Culture Master Plan was presented and adopted at the Regular Meeting of LaSalle Council on Tuesday, January 27, 2026. This comprehensive plan outlines the community’s long‑term vision for parks, recreational amenities, cultural services, and public spaces, helping guide decision‑making for the next several years in the Town of LaSalle. The final […]

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Leamington’s Seacliff Drive East To Be Closed For Reconstruction

As part of ongoing infrastructure improvements, the Municipality of Leamington is advancing the next phase of the Seacliff Drive East Reconstruction Project. During active construction, Seacliff Drive East will be closed to through traffic between Regatta Drive and Seneca Road, with work expected to begin in early February. The project […]

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LaSalle Announces Locations Of Warming Centres During Cold Warnings

Based on Environment and Climate Change Canada’s forecast, Dr. Mehdi Aloosh, Windsor-Essex County Health Unit’s Medical Officer of Health is extending the Cold Warning for Saturday, January 24, 2026. A Cold Warning is issued when the temperature reaches -15°C (5°F) without the wind chill for a day. During cold warning issued days, the […]

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Leamington Appoints New Director Of Strategic Initiatives And Municipal Design

The Municipality of Leamington is pleased to announce the appointment of Tammie Ryall as its new Director of Strategic Initiatives and Municipal Design, effective February 2, 2026. In this senior leadership role, Ryall will oversee Planning and Development Services, Organizational Excellence, and Communications and Corporate Identity, supporting the Municipality’s strategic […]

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County Asks Province to Help Make CR 22/ Manning Road Intersection Safer

Grade-separated interchange would relieve ‘most congested and perilous’ intersection on CR22 A delegation from the County of Essex on Monday morning in Toronto formally pitched to the Ontario Ministry of Transportation a plan to make one of the busiest intersections in Essex County safer and less congested. Warden Hilda MacDonald […]

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Seacliff Drive East Construction In Leamington To Start February 2026

The Municipality of Leamington is moving forward with the next phase of improvements to Seacliff Drive East. Construction is expected to begin in early February 2026 and will result in traffic interruptions, including lane restrictions, delays, and temporary road closures within the project area. The work will take place between […]

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Architect of County’s Award-winning Official Plan Addresses Conference

Joins expert panel at session on strategies for managing rural land The County of Essex’s award-winning Official Plan is in the spotlight again, this time at the Rural Ontario Municipal Association (ROMA) conference in Toronto. Rebecca Belanger, the County’s Manager of Planning Services and chief architect of the widely lauded Official […]

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Windsor‑Essex Chamber Responds to Canada–China Trade Agreement

Windsor‑Essex Chamber Responds to Canada–China Trade Agreement, January 16, 2026 The Windsor Essex Chamber of Commerce acknowledges the federal government’s new Canada–China trade agreement, which will allow up to 49,000 Chinese electric vehicles into the Canadian market at a 6.1% tariff, while China reduces canola seed duties to roughly 15% and removes other […]

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Leamington Issues Clarification Regarding Lakeview Cemetery Plots

The Municipality of Leamington has become aware of misinformation circulating on social media regarding the sale of unused family plots at Lakeview Cemetery. This information is incorrect. The Municipality is not actively selling unused family plots. For clarity, a comprehensive review of Lakeview Cemetery was conducted in 1995 by the former Town of Leamington […]

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$3.7M For Critical Water Infrastructure Coming To Amherstburg

On Friday, MPP Anthony Leardi announced the Ontario government is investing up to $3,741,250 to rehabilitate water infrastructure in the Town of Amherstburg. The funding comes from the province’s Municipal Housing Infrastructure Program’s Health and Safety Water Stream (MHIP-HSWS), which has increased by $700 million for a total of $875 […]

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LaSalle’s Building Permit Process Ensures Safety, Compliance And Timely Service

The Town of LaSalle is committed to maintaining safe, well-regulated construction and demolition activities across the municipality. Our Building Division diligently enforces the Ontario Building Code, municipal by-laws, and the Municipal Act to uphold public safety and responsible development. What You Need to Know Building Permits are required for all new construction, structural […]