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Leamington Celebrations Feature Euchre And Pepper Tournaments

The Leamington 150 Anniversary Committee, in partnership with the Leamington & District Half Century Centre and supported by the Municipality of Leamington, is happy to announce two upcoming all-ages card tournaments in celebration of Leamington’s 150th Anniversary. A Euchre Tournament will take place on Saturday, September 14, 2024, followed by […]

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Leamington Council Considers – September 10, 2024

At the Leamington Council meeting of Tuesday, September 10, 2024, Council will: Consider authorizing the lifecycle replacement of 37 Motorola Minitor pagers through Kelcom in the amount of $18,343 excluding applicable taxes and fund the purchase through the Fire Services Reserve. Consider the purchase and installation of replacement radio system […]

Canadian News

ESG Does Not Reflect The Reality Of How Markets Really Work

The ESG movement—which calls for public companies and investors in public companies to identify and voluntarily implement environmental, social, and governance initiatives—will cause substantial harm to the economy and workers, finds two new essays by the Fraser Institute, an independent, non-partisan Canadian public policy think-tank. “Investor support for ESG is […]

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Municipality of Leamington Announces Labour Day Hours

Please note the following municipal service level adjustments on Labour Day, Monday, September 2, 2024: Leamington Municipal Building The Leamington Municipal Building will be closed on Labour Day. Residents can continue to report non-urgent municipal issues online at leamington.ca/reportanissue. Nature Fresh Farms Recreation Centre The Nature Fresh Farms Recreation Centre […]

Canadian News

Canada’s Rail Service Stops In Its Tracks

Employees of Canadian National Railway (CN) and Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) are waking up to find themselves out of work as negotiations between their union and Canada’s two largest rail companies have failed. Under normal circumstances, these two rail services would be negotiating their labour contracts in different years […]

Ontario News

Applications Open For New Community Sport And Recreation Fund

The Ontario government is now accepting applications for the new Community Sport and Recreation Infrastructure Fund (CSRIF). Announced as part of the 2024 Budget: Building a Better Ontario, the province is investing $200 million through the fund to help communities revitalize existing community sport and recreation infrastructure and build new facilities. Premier Ford announced […]

Canadian News

Canada’s Record Of Underperforming International Peers Predates COVID

Over the last business cycle (2007 to 2019), and long before the COVID-19 pandemic struck, Canada was already underperforming other advanced countries on important investment, employment and productivity measures that are key to higher living standards, finds a new study published by the Fraser Institute, an independent, non-partisan Canadian public […]

Town & County News

Leamington’s Rick Atkin Park To Undergo Major Renewal Project

The Municipality of Leamington is excited to announce a major renewal project for Rick Atkin Park, a cherished community space located along Robson Road adjacent to the Leamington Marina and the waterfront promenade. This project aims to enhance the park’s accessibility, functionality, and overall visitor experience with various upgrades. This […]

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Workplace Injury Results In $65K Fine For Leamington Company

A Leamington company has been found guilty of failing to shore the walls of a trench as required under section 34(1) of Regulation 213/91 of the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) which resulted in a workplace injury. South Essex Fabricating Inc., a fabricator of commercial greenhouse structures and pre-engineered buildings, was […]

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Committee of Adjustment and Appeals Meets July 16, 2024

The Corporation of the Town of Kingsville Committee of Adjustment and Appeals Agenda Tuesday, July 16, 2024 Unico Community Centre 37 Beech Street Kingsville, ON N9Y 1A9 Accessible formats or communication supports are available upon request. Contact the Clerk at atoole@kingsville.ca or by calling 519-733-2305. Agenda (PDF): Agenda Package – CADJ_Jul16_2024.pdf […]

Canadian News

Canada’s Weak Tech Investment Hindering Better Living Standards

Over the past decade, weak business investment in technologies that increase worker productivity is stifling Canada’s economic growth and suppressing improvements in Canadian living standards, finds a new study published today by the Fraser Institute, an independent non-partisan Canadian think-tank. “Weak business investment in technologies like IT and research and […]

Ontario News

Ontario Expanding Access to Cardiac Care in Windsor

Renovated cardiac lab will connect more people to life-saving care in the southwest The Ontario government is investing up to $31 million to support the renovation and expansion of Windsor Regional Hospital’s cardiac catheterization lab, connecting more people in Southwestern Ontario to life-saving cardiac care, closer to home. “We have waited for many years for […]

Ontario News

Ontario Warns About Product Recall Due to Listeria Contamination

On July 9, 2024 Dr. Kieran Moore, Chief Medical Officer of Health, issued the following statement warning Ontarians not to consume certain recalled Silk® and Great Value brand plant-based refrigerated beverages as they may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes: “On July 8, 2024, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) announced […]

Town & County News

Leamington Celebrates 150th With Interactive LEGO Mosaic

The Leamington 150 Anniversary Committee, in partnership with Greater Essex ETFO Local, Greater Essex County Occasional Teachers Local, and UE Enclosures, is thrilled to announce an exciting event to celebrate Leamington’s 150th anniversary. Supported by the Municipality of Leamington, this interactive multi-generational LEGO mosaic event will take place at the Essex […]

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Notice of Pesticide Use

Please be advised that the Town of Kingsville will begin using certain pesticides registered under the Pest Control Products Act (Canada) to control noxious weeds commencing on July 10, 2024, weather permitting, and ending September 29, 2024. This is required to promote public health and safety. The Town’s noxious weed control program […]

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Essex County Construction and Road Closures Update – June 28, 2024

The intersection of County Road 9 and County Road 10 remains closed for bridge rehabilitation work. Please follow the posted detour. County Road 50 will have lane restrictions between County Road 41 and Wright Road beginning July 2 for road construction. County Road 22 will have upcoming lane restrictions west of Patillo Road for road repairs. […]

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Leamington Announces Increased Parking Enforcement At Seacliff Park

The Municipality of Leamington has observed a rise in vehicles parking in non-designated areas in and around Seacliff Park. Despite ongoing enforcement efforts, this problem persists, causing disruptions and safety concerns. Effective immediately, the Municipality will be intensifying enforcement actions. Any vehicle found parked in areas not designated as legal […]

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Leamington Announces 2024 Mayor’s Recognition Award Winners

The 2024 Mayor’s Recognition Awards winners were announced earlier this week at a Special Leamington Council Meeting. This prestigious annual initiative honours individuals, groups, and organizations that have brought distinction and recognition to Leamington. “The Mayor’s Recognition Awards celebrate the outstanding contributions and achievements of our community members,” said Mayor […]

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Essex County Construction and Road Closures Update – June 21, 2024

The intersection of County Road 9 and County Road 10 remains closed for bridge rehabilitation work. Please follow the posted detour. (Map ID#1) County Road 50 will have lane restrictions between County Road 41 and Wright Road beginning June 27 for road construction. (Map ID#2) County Road 22 will have upcoming lane restrictions west of Patillo […]

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Temporary Road Closures June 29-30 During Leamington’s 150th

A series of special events are planned for the community to celebrate Leamington’s 150th anniversary. On Saturday, June 29, and Sunday, June 30, 2024, events will occur in the uptown area. The Municipality of Leamington will implement temporary road closures and parking restrictions to ensure everyone’s safety and enjoyment. Temporary […]