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Essex County Construction and Road Closures Update – June 14, 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 May 13 for road construction. (Map ID#2) County Road 22 will have upcoming lane restrictions west of Patillo […]

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Local Organizations Benefit From Gordie Howe Community Benefits Plan

June 2024 marks five years of delivery for the Gordie Howe International Bridge Community Benefits Plan, with the project team unwavering in its commitment to enhance the communities closest to the project. This week, thirteen organizations serving Sandwich/west Windsor and Delray/Southwest Detroit are the latest recipients of $200,000 (CDN) in […]

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Essex County Construction and Road Closures Update – June 3, 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 37 will have lane restrictions between County Road 8 and County Road 14 beginning April 29 for road construction. (Map ID#2) County Road 18 will have lane restrictions between County Road […]

Ontario News

Ontario Celebrates National Indigenous History Month

Greg Rickford, Minister of Indigenous Affairs, released the following statement in recognition of National Indigenous History Month: “June marks National Indigenous History Month, a time dedicated to honouring the legacies, traditions, and invaluable contributions of First Nation, Inuit, and Métis communities in Ontario and across Canada. This month, take the […]

Town & County News

Discover Kingsville’s Rich History with the New Self-Guided Heritage Tour

The Town of Kingsville is excited to announce the release of its new digital Heritage Tour, offering an immersive experience into our community’s rich history. Follow the map to take a self-guided walking or driving tour. Learn how each property played a role in Kingsville’s past, and discover their key architectural details. […]

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Call for Expression of Interest (EOI) for an Outdoor Accessibility Festival

The Essex County Accessibility Advisory Committee is in the early stages of planning for an Outdoor Accessibility Festival to be held in September 2024. This special outdoor event aims to showcase accessible activities through demonstrations, products, services and information by engaging with the local community of accessibility-minded businesses and people […]

Canadian News

Energy Expert Says Ottawa’s ‘Net-Zero’ Emissions Plan Unrealistic

The global goal to achieve “net-zero” carbon emissions by 2050 is impractical and unrealistic, finds a new study published today by the Fraser Institute, an independent, non-partisan Canadian public policy think-tank. “The plan to eliminate fossil fuels and achieve a net-zero economy faces formidable economic, political and practical challenges,” said […]

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County of Essex Public Notice of Pesticide Use

The Corporation of the County of Essex intends to control noxious weeds along the following rural roadsides: The following pesticides that will be used are registered under the “Pest Control Products Act” (Canada): ClearView Herbicide (Reg. #29752) containing the active ingredients: Metsulfuron-methyl and Aminopyralid, (present as potassium salt) Gateway Adjuvant (Reg.#31470) containing […]

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Kingsville Offers 2 Recreational Subsidy Programs for Qualifying Residents

The Town of Kingsville is pleased to announce two subsidy programs to support low-income individuals and families, making recreation programs more accessible to our residents. Pathway to Potential (P2P), funded by the County of Essex and the City of Windsor Social Investment Plan, has provided financial assistance to low-income Kingsville residents for many […]

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Essex County Construction and Road Closures Update – May 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 remains closed between County Road 13 (Erie Road) and Klies Beach Road for culvert replacement. (Map ID#2) Truck traffic should use the posted detour. All businesses remain open during […]

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Boil Water Advisory Issued For Areas Of Leamington

Dr. Mehdi Aloosh, Medical Officer of Health, Windsor-Essex County Health Unit, has issued a Boil Water Advisory for waterline system consumers serviced by the Wheatley Water Distribution System. This Boil Water Advisory affects the following locations within the Municipality of Leamington: Milo Road Kay Avenue Beach Avenue Pulley Road A portion of […]

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Leamington Dog Registration Enforcement Begins On May 22

Starting May 22, 2024, representatives from the Municipality of Leamington will conduct door-to-door visits to ensure compliance with the Municipality’s Animal Control By-law 668-06. Each representative will carry an official Municipality of Leamington identification badge. In accordance with By-law 668-06, every person who owns or keeps a dog in the Municipality […]

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Essex County Construction and Road Closures Update – May 10, 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 remains closed between County Road 13 (Erie Road) and Klies Beach Road for culvert replacement. (Map ID#2) Truck traffic should use the posted detour. All businesses remain open during […]

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Leamington’s 150th Celebrations To Include Dream Cruise And Car Shows

The Leamington 150 Anniversary Committee, in collaboration with the Leamington Uptown Business Improvement Area (BIA) and supported by the Municipality of Leamington, is thrilled to announce a Dream Cruise and Car Shows event on Saturday, June 29, 2024. This festive occasion highlights the ongoing celebrations marking Leamington’s 150th anniversary. The […]

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Essex County Construction and Road Closures Update — May 3, 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 remains closed between County Road 13 (Erie Road) and Klies Beach Road for culvert replacement. (Map ID#2) Truck traffic should use the posted detour. All businesses remain open during […]

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Temporary Weekday Closures Of Waterfront Promenade

As part of the ongoing enhancements to Leamington’s waterfront area, the Municipality of Leamington is entering the next construction phase for the dedicated bike path along the Leamington Waterfront Promenade. To ensure the safety of all residents and visitors, the Municipality will implement temporary daily closures of the Promenade. Temporary […]

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Essex County Construction and Road Closures Update for April 26, 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 remains closed between County Road 13 (Erie Road) and Klies Beach Road for culvert replacement. (Map ID#2) Truck traffic should use the posted detour. All businesses remain open during […]

Canadian News

High Marginal Effective Tax Rates Affect Low, Middle-Income Earners

Canadian families and individuals with annual incomes between $30,000 and $60,000 face marginal effective tax rates near or above 50 per cent, finds a new study published by the Fraser Institute, an independent, non-partisan Canadian public policy think-tank. “Canadian families with modest incomes face high marginal effective tax rates, often […]

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Major Renewal Project Approved For Leamington’s Mersea Park

At its April 9, 2024 meeting, Leamington Council approved the much-anticipated renewal of Mersea Park, a 13-acre greenspace located along Point Pelee Drive adjacent to Lake Erie. This initiative marks a significant investment in the community’s recreational infrastructure, underscoring Leamington’s commitment to enhancing public spaces for residents and visitors. Mersea […]

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Have Your Say — Vote on New Lakeside Park Playground Structure

Kingsville’s Lakeside Park is getting new playground equipment. The current play structure has aged and needs replacement parts that are no longer available. Council has approved a new playground in the 2024 budget, which we will install this fall. Help us choose the design! Visit our public engagement platform, HaveYourSayKingsville.ca, […]