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Personal Travellers Now Invited To Register For GHIB Breakaway

Account registration for Breakaway, the toll discount program for the Gordie Howe International Bridge, is now open for personal travellers. This is a prepaid account for individuals, families and commuters, offering up to four Breakaway tags on one account. Accounts are easy to open and tags are free. Prior to bridge opening, an initial deposit of $20 […]

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Mill St. Market Returns To Leamington This Summer

The Municipality of Leamington, in partnership with the Leamington Arts Centre, the Leamington Uptown Business Improvement Area (BIA), and The Bank Theatre, is pleased to announce the return of the Mill St. Market for summer 2026. This unique, family-friendly street festival transforms Mill Street West into a vibrant pedestrian-only destination in the […]

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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, […]

Ontario News

Ontario Proposes Capping Ticket Resale Prices To Protect Fans

New changes will cap ticket resale prices at original cost to protect consumers from professional resellers and unfair prices As part of its plan to protect Ontario consumers and families, the government is taking action to propose amendments to the Ticket Sales Act, 2017, to combat overpriced ticket resale prices. New legislative […]

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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 […]

Canadian News

CBSA Expands Efforts To Disrupt Extortion Networks Across Canada

Extortion is a serious crime that harms Canadians, communities and businesses. As criminal networks evolve and expand, the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) and its partners are intensifying efforts and prioritizing enforcement against those involved in serious criminality, including organized crime and extortion. The CBSA is working with law enforcement […]

Ontario News

Ontario To Allow ‘Bring-Your-Own’ Alcohol To Public Events

Municipalities must pass a bylaw authorizing the use of alcohol in public To help support local tourism and drive economic growth, the Ontario government is expanding “bring-your-own” (formerly tailgate) event permits for municipally designated cultural or community outdoor public events, including farmer’s markets, movie screenings, art exhibits and neighbourhood festivals. […]

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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 […]

Business

Ontario Welcomes $15.8M Manufacturing Investment In Harrow

EnerQuest Technologies Solutions Inc.’s expansion will support nearly 280 good-paying jobs in Essex County The Ontario government is welcoming an investment of nearly $15.8 million by EnerQuest Technologies Solutions to expand their manufacturing facility in Harrow and reshore the production of switchgears from the United States. Leveraging the province’s skilled […]

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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 […]

Business

Workforce Windsor-Essex Unveils 2025–26 Labour Plan

Workforce WindsorEssex has released its 2025/2026 Community & Labour Market Plan, a comprehensive regional strategy that aligns labour market analysis with community priorities to support long-term workforce resilience across Windsor-Essex. The plan integrates labour market analysis and community planning, recognizing that workforce development, demographic change, employer demand, and community inclusion […]

Canadian News

CRTC Eliminates Fees To Activate, Change, Cancel Phone And Internet Plans

The CRTC is removing fees that make it harder for Canadians to change or cancel Internet and cellphone plans. Recent changes to the Telecommunications Act require the CRTC to put new consumer protection measures in place. As part of this work, the CRTC held a public consultation to better understand how fees can prevent […]

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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 […]

Ontario News

Ontario Updates Plan to Consolidate Conservation Authorities

On March 10, 2026, the Province of Ontario announced its revised framework for the consolidation of Conservation Authorities. Under this proposed update, Ontario’s 36 conservation authorities will be merged into nine. The Essex Region Conservation Authority (ERCA) will merge with the Upper Thames River, Lower Thames Valley, and St. Clair […]

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Ontario Investing $7.3M in Windsor to Protect Tariff-Impacted Workers

Provincial funding will help eight businesses stay resilient in the face of U.S. tariffs and support 758 jobs in the region The Ontario government is supporting companies and workers that have been impacted by U.S. tariffs by investing over $7.3 million through the Ontario Together Trade Fund (OTTF) to increase resilience, […]

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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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Ontario Expands Amherstburg Long-Term Care With More Than 370 Jobs

Province building for the future by creating hundreds of construction and long-term care jobs in the community, while adding 160 modern long-term care beds The Ontario government is building Chateau Park Long-Term Care Home in Amherstburg, a project that will support more than 370 good-paying jobs and deliver 160 new and upgraded […]

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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, […]

Business Spotlight On Business

Spotlight On Business: Windsor Aerial Drone Photography

This week, the Kingsville Times shines a spotlight on Windsor Aerial Drone Photography, a locally owned media company capturing Windsor-Essex from an entirely new perspective. Founded by lifelong area resident Mike Chase, Windsor Aerial Drone Photography specializes in high-quality aerial imaging and visual storytelling across the county and throughout Southwestern […]

Ontario News

Ontario and Nova Scotia Sign Direct-to-Consumer Alcohol Agreement

Deal will remove barriers to free trade between provinces, supporting consumer choice and economic growth On March 2, 2026, Ontario Premier Doug Ford and Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston signed a first-of-its-kind agreement to allow consumers to purchase alcohol directly from the other province’s local producers, including breweries, wineries and […]

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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 […]

Ontario News

Province Awards Contract For New Science Centre At Ontario Place

The Ontario government has unveiled the final design and awarded the contract to build and maintain the new Ontario Science Centre, a major milestone in the province’s plan to transform Ontario Place into a year-round, world-class, family-friendly destination. The new 400,000-square-foot facility will include a state-of-the-art building, integrated pod complex, new interactive exhibits and an improved and upgraded […]

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Ontario Marks Human Trafficking Awareness Day

On February 22, 2026, Minister of Children, Community and Social Services Michael Parsa, Solicitor General Michael Kerzner, and Minister of Transportation Prabmeet Sarkaria released the following statement to mark Human Trafficking Awareness Day: “Human trafficking is a horrific crime that targets our most vulnerable, violates victims’ most basic human rights […]

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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 […]