Homelessness Hub is an Overnight Warming Centre The County of Essex is again providing a warming centre and haven from the cold to those experiencing homelessness this winter, Warden Hilda MacDonald said in her opening remarks to council on Wednesday. The Essex County Homelessness Hub in Leamington is currently open from 10 […]
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Notice of Passing of Zoning By-Law Amendment
The Council of the Town of Kingsville passed By-law 01-2025 on January 13, 2025 By-law 01-2025 amends the Town of Kingsville Comprehensive Zoning By-law 1-2014, Section 4.2 – Accessory Buildings & Structures, to the following: Section 4.2 (h) Accessory buildings and structures shall not exceed the following heights: in residential […]
Affordable Pass Program Expanded In Leamington
Eligible Leamington residents are now able to take advantage of the Affordable Pass Program (APP) and purchase subsidized bus fares for LTGO On-Demand Transit. The APP subsidizes residents living in low-income households at a discounted rate of 50% before taxes. Residents can apply for or learn more about the APP […]
Leamington Summer Student And Seasonal Positions Now Open
The Municipality of Leamington is accepting online applications for 2025 summer student and seasonal positions. The following positions are available: Student Positions: Civil Engineering Student Day Camp Counsellor Marina Dock Hand Parks and Roads Student Labourer Planning Student PCC Laboratory Assistant / General Labourer Records Management Student Water Services Student […]
Canada’s Competitiveness On Capital Gains Taxes Is Waning
Proposed federal tax hike would make Canada’s top capital gains tax rate among the highest of 37 advanced countries Ottawa’s proposed increase to the effective capital gains tax rate will result in Canada having among the highest—and least competitive—top capital gains tax rates in the industrialized world, finds a new […]
Call 811 to Get Connected to Health Care 24/7
Access safe, high-quality care and avoid unnecessary visits to the emergency room. This service is an easy way to get connected to care you or your loved ones need, but it does not replace your other touch point with your health care provider. In a medical emergency call 911 immediately. […]
Common Sense Health: Who Can Solve the Chronic Disease Crisis?
Elon Musk is the richest person in the world. He got the title thanks to innovative thinking and masterful moves in the business world. U.S. President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Musk to lead the Department of Government Efficiency. Musk intends to apply economic efficiencies in fighting the crisis of an […]
View Your Health Records with ConnectMyHealth
Use ConnectMyHealth to view your health records, and truly empower your health journey. ConnectMyHealth is a digital health solution that provides you with an online, single access channel to view your health records from participating hospitals in Ontario Health West Region (Southwestern Ontario). ConnectMyHealth can be used on desktop and mobile devices […]
Dog Owners: Purchase Your Lifetime Dog License Online
Effective January 1, 2024, the Town of Kingsville moved to a lifetime dog-licensing program. Under the program, dog owners are only required to purchase a new “lifetime” license at a one-time fee of $75.00, if the following applies: Newly acquired dogs New residents to the Town of Kingsville Transfer of […]
Kingsville Begins Short-Term Rental Licensing Program
Applications for a Short-Term Rental Licence are now available on the Town’s website at www.kingsville.ca/STR. On November 4, 2024, Kingsville Town Council adopted By-law 82-2024, which mandates that all Short-Term Rentals (STRs) in the Town must be licensed to operate or advertise. This new regulation aims to ensure compliance with safety and […]
Kingsville Driver Facing Charges After Vehicle Strikes Leamington Home
On January 12, 2025, at 2:32 a.m., members of Leamington Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a motor vehicle collision on Sutton Drive in Leamington. Officers arrived on scene to find a vehicle had struck a parked vehicle and a house. The driver of the vehicle was attempting to flee […]
Point Pelee National Park Closes For Deer Cull January 24-31, 2025
Point Pelee National Park will be temporarily closed to visitors from January 24 to January 31, 2025. To ensure the long-term health of Point Pelee National Park’s sensitive ecosystems, Parks Canada and Caldwell First Nation will be conducting a deer cull in the park between January 24 and January 31, […]
Evelyn McLean (May 7, 1942 – January 7, 2025)
Evelyn McLean Passed away peacefully at Erie Shores Hospice on January 7, 2025 at the age of 82 years. Reunited with her dear husband, Glen McLean (2021). Daughter of the late Clarence and Madelin Pullock. Special aunt of Becky (Chad) Bluteau and honorary grandma of Savannah, Myah and Rory. Evelyn […]
Leamington Council Considers — January 14, 2025
At the Leamington Council meeting of Tuesday, January 14, 2025, Council will: Consider a report regarding Microsoft licensing for SharePoint Implementation. Council will determine whether to approve Microsoft licensing fees that may be funded through the General and Administration Reserve, to support the functionality of SharePoint for improved collaboration, security, […]
TELUS Wise Workshops and Puzzle Challenge at Kingsville Library
TELUS Wise® Workshop for Parents Tuesday January 14th from 6-7 p.m. TELUS Wise® is a free digital literacy program. This workshop is designed for parents and adults to support youth in our digital world. It focuses on topics such as screen time, gaming, sexting, cyberbullying and more. Register online at […]
Pet of the Week: Meet Pepe
Pepe 6-month-old Male Australian Cattle Dog Hello, my name is Pepe, and I’ve got a very shy yet loving personality. I’m a true puppy at heart, and LOVE to bounce around and jump alllllllll over you (seriously, it’s like I have uncontrollable springs in my feet!). It’s safe to say […]
January 13 Kingsville Town Council Meeting Agenda Is Online
TOWN OF KINGSVILLE REGULAR MEETING OF COUNCIL AGENDA Monday, January 13, 2025 6:00 – 10:00 PM Unico Community Centre 37 Beech Street Kingsville, ON N9Y 1A9 The Agenda for the Council meeting is available on our website. View the meeting via Livestream at the time of the proceedings at https://www.kingsville.ca/livestream […]
Essex County Council Special and Regular Meeting Notice for January 15, 2025
There will be a Special and Regular Meeting of Essex County Council on Wednesday, January 15, 2025, which are scheduled to commence at 5:00 PM and 6:00 PM, respectively. As permitted pursuant to By-law 2024-26, being a by-law to provide rules governing the order and proceedings of the Council of […]
Recreation Update — Week of January 13th
The Town of Kingsville is dedicated to expanding our recreational programs. See what’s happening at the Arena the week of January 13, 2025. Monday, January 13 – WINTER PROGRAMS BEGIN Drop-In Indoor Pickleball – 7:30 am to 1:00 pm – Kingsville Arena Adult Skate – 9:00 am to 9:50 am […]
Access Urgent Care Without Leaving Home
Online urgent care is available for residents in Southwestern Ontario. Appointment costs are fully covered with an Ontario health card. In February 2021, St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton, London Health Sciences Centre and Hamilton Health Sciences Centre partnered together to offer virtual urgent care services through www.urgentcareontario.ca. We offer urgent online medical care […]
Planning Items for January 27 Kingsville Town Council Meeting
Kingsville Town Council will review the following applications at its January 27, 2025 Council meeting: B-2024-21 & ZBA-2024-14 – Applications for a surplus farm dwelling. The applicant is proposing to sever the existing house and accessory structure onto a new residential lot. The proposed remaining farmland will be rezoned to prevent […]
Common Sense Health: Obesity Can Lead to Misery and Economic Disaster
Why do people inflict misery upon themselves? By gaining too much weight, people are decreasing their quality of life and dying prematurely. You don’t have to be Sherlock Holmes to find the clues leading to tragic or mysterious deaths. The evidence is in plain sight. We are a society in […]
Canada Ranks 7th Among World’s Most Powerful Passports In 2025
With historical data spanning over 19 years, the Henley Passport Index is the original ranking of all the world’s passports according to the number of destinations their holders can access without a prior visa. The Index compares the visa-free access of 199 different passports to 227 travel destinations. Singapore reclaims its crown […]
Canada Post Back To Full Service For Domestic Parcels
Canada Post has reinstated on-time service guarantees and returned to full service levels for domestic parcels. We thank Canadians for their patience these past few weeks as we’ve worked to safely restore normal operations while managing significant holiday volumes. While we’ve stabilized our operations and taken care of the parcels […]
Robert Brown (January 10, 1932 – January 5, 2025)
Robert Brown It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Robert S. Brown on January 5th, 2025. Predeceased by his parents, Robert and Dora Brown, his son Robbie (1974), and sisters Dorothy Epplett (Fred) and Nancy Smith (Jim). Robert was the adoring husband of 60 years to […]
January 2025 Kingsville Community Food Bank’s Needs
Christmas lights and decorations have been coming down since the Holiday Season has run its course. The nights are still long and now they seem darker as well. Days are still short and cold, as we are potentially looking at several months of snow and wintry weather. Over the last […]
Paul Marshal Carter (December 12, 1946 – December 29, 2024)
Paul Marshal Carter Paul passed away peacefully at Windsor’s Hotel-Dieu Grace Hospital at the age of 78. He was the son of the late Stan and Vivian Carter, and was predeceased by his first wife Claudia (neé Forteski) in 1994, and his second wife Bonnie (neé Lewis) in 2015. He […]
Drop-in Activities and Community Partners Programs at Kingsville Library
DROP-IN ACTIVITY FOR ADULTS Colouring With A Cup of Cocoa Saturday January 11th and 25th, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Drop into the branch and join other adults for a hot beverage and a simple creative activity. We will offer this program monthly. Colouring offers tons of mental benefits. Just […]
Downtown Windsor Set To Roar With Detroit Lions Drone Show
The City of Windsor is gearing up to join in the excitement of the Detroit Lions Playoffs with a breathtaking and awe-inspiring show high above the Windsor waterfront downtown this Friday, January 10, 2025. A Detroit Lions themed drone show, gifted to the City of Windsor by the Detroit Lions, […]
What’s Happening This Week at Kingsville Library
JANUARY ART WALL DISPLAY The Kingsville Branch of the Essex County Library is excited to showcase the incredible talent of young artists from our local high school! Art students from Erie Migration District School have filled our art display area this month. Each semester we look forward to showcasing the […]
Police Solve 21-Year-Old Case Using Investigative Genetic Genealogy
Family Provided Answers After Two-Decades Police have identified the male found on the Livingston Channel shoreline 21 years ago using investigative genetic genealogy (IGG). On May 29, 2003, a male body was recovered from the Livingston Channel Detroit River, just west of Amherstburg. He was wearing dark coloured pants, a […]
Regular Kingsville Town Council Meeting Dates for 2025
Kingsville Town Council will meet on the following dates in 2025: Monday, January 13, 2025 Monday, January 27, 2025 Monday, February 10, 2025 Monday, February 24, 2025 Monday, March 3, 2025 Monday, March 17, 2025 Monday, April 14, 2025 Monday, April 28, 2025 Monday, May 5, 2025 Monday, May 26, […]
Mental Health Mighties with Danny G: Depression Renovation for 2025
In High School, I once lived a life as a people pleaser. I was a guy who just wanted to be liked by others so much that I didn’t realize how truly special I was. I didn’t have confidence in myself. I battled insecurities and low self-esteem. I was never kind […]
Pet of the Week: Meet Starlight
Starlight 3-Month-Old Female Kitten Hello, I’m Starlight. I’m a kitten, but don’t let my age fool you, I’m quite independent. I’m a bit shy, so I may take some time to warm up to you, but once I do, I promise to be the gentlest of companions. I enjoy quiet […]
Case Versnel (March 18, 1927 – December 31, 2024)
Case Versnel Passed away December 31, 2024 surrounded by his loving family at the age of 97. He is predeceased by his loving wife and best friend, Janna Versnel (2019) of 68 years. Loving father of Corey (Linda), Lynda Snow (late Jeff Gagnon) and Joe (Kathy). Adored grandpa of Casey, […]
Two-Vehicle Collision Leads To Impaired Charge For Kingsville Resident
Driver facing charges after two-vehicle collision in Kingsville On January 2, 2025, at 7:19 p.m., members of the Kingsville Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to Road 2 East, Town of Kingsville, for the report of a two-vehicle collision. The driver of one of the involved vehicles […]
Doug Taylor (April 5, 1944 – December 26, 2024)
Doug Taylor Passed away peacefully with his loving wife, Linda, by his side on December 26, 2024 at the age of 80. Beloved father of Michael (Raquel) and David (Lisa). Proud Grandpa and Papa of Caleb, Bethany (Abraham), Evan, Noah. Caring brother-in-law of Brenda and Robert (Connie). Doug was born […]
Cecile Noel (May 24, 1930 – January 1, 2025)
Cecile Noel Cecile Noel, formerly from Harrow, passed away peacefully at the age of 94 years on January 1, 2025. Beloved wife of Roger Noel (2019) for 47 years. She is predeceased by her parents, Louise and George Renaud, her sisters, Marie-Ann Brennan (Edward), Mercedes Crosby (Jack), and her brother […]
Exit The Horse: Celebrate Canada’s Automotive Pioneers This January 11
Mark your calendars for January 11th! The Canadian Transportation Museum Heritage Village in Kingsville is gearing up to launch the Canadian Automotive Museum’s Exit the Horse exhibit, a fascinating exhibition showcasing Canada’s earliest gas-powered vehicles: the Shamrock and the Fossmobile. While Henry Seth Taylor’s 1867 steam-powered car in Quebec may technically be Canada’s first […]
Heritage Advisory Committee Meets January 7, 2025
The Corporation of the Town of Kingsville Municipal Heritage Advisory Committee Tuesday, January 7, 2025 6:00 – 8:00 PM Unico Community Centre 37 Beech Street Kingsville, ON N9Y 1A9 For information pertaining to this agenda or to arrange for any additional accessibility needs, please contact the Recording Secretary at mducharme@kingsville.ca […]
Recreation Update — Week of January 6th
The Town of Kingsville is dedicated to expanding our recreational programs. See what’s happening at the Arena the week of January 6, 2025. Monday, January 6 Drop-In Indoor Pickleball – 7:30 am to 1:00 pm – Kingsville Arena Adult Skate – 9:00 am to 9:50 am – Kingsville Arena Shinny […]
Expect Heavy Equipment at Cedar Beach in January
The Town of Kingsville wants to inform the public that Fisheries and Oceans Canada – Small Craft Harbours (DFO-SCH) plans to demolish the docks and supporting structure at Cedar Beach Small Craft Harbour this January. The docks are in poor condition and have started to deteriorate to the point where the structure […]
Common Sense Health: Ring in the New Year, But Not Literally
Albert Einstein once said, “Two things are infinite: the universe and human stupidity; and I’m not sure about the universe.” Many doctors would agree. There are patients who willfully inflict medical problems on themselves, even when they have full knowledge of the behaviours and lifestyle habits that will end their […]
49th Shelf: Victor & Me In Paris
Victor & Me in Paris by (author) Janice MacDonald When retired academic Imogene Durant finds herself in Paris with Victor Hugo as her guide, a series of disturbing discoveries are made in local hotels. While Imogene hopes to settle in, read, and write a follow up to her acclaimed book, Fyodor & […]
Christmas Tree Drop-Off Locations Until End of January, 2025
The Town of Kingsville provides several Christmas Tree drop-off Depots, which will remain open until the end of January. You may drop your live tree off at any of the following locations: Kingsville Arena, 1741 Jasperson Drive (Southeast Parking Lot) Lakeside Park, 314 Queen Street (Herrington Parking Lot) Linden Beach […]
Garbage Pickup Dates This Week
For those whose Garbage Day is normally on Tuesday, nothing changes this week. Pickup will still be on Tuesday, December 31, 2024. if your Garbage Day is normally on Friday, this week pickup will be on Saturday, January 4, 2025. Residents can contact GFL Environmental for service inquiries, issues, bins, […]
Pet of the Week: Meet Moose
Moose 1-year-old Male Mixed Breed Hi I’m Moose. Or Mr. Moose. Or Moosey. Or Mr. Moo. Whatever you decide to call me is fine as long as I am getting some treats out of the deal! I am a big goof ball who doesn’t seem to know my own size. […]
Health Unit Closing December 31 and January 1 for New Year’s
The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit offices will be closed to the public on Tuesday, December 31, 2024 and Wednesday, January 1, 2025. Website: Windsor-Essex County Health Unit Phone: 519-258-2146 Facebook: Windsor-Essex County Health Unit Instagram: thewechu Twitter: WEC Health Unit YouTube: Windsor-Essex County Health Unit
2024 — A Year Of Momentum For Gordie Howe International Bridge
2024 was monumental for the Gordie Howe International Bridge project with achievements that were both on public display and behind-the-scenes. In honour of the jersey number our namesake, Gordie Howe, famously wore throughout his hockey career, here are the project’s top nine highlights that defined 2024. 9. Construction on the […]
Free Skate & New Year’s Fireworks
The Town of Kingsville is holding a free public skate on Tuesday, December 31, 2024 from 4:30 pm to 6:50 pm. This skate is sponsored by Rotary Club of Kingsville Southshore. Join us at the Kingsville Arena, 1741 Jasperson Drive and enjoy! Please bring your own skates and helmets. There will also […]
Common Sense Health: Holiday Wishes for Good Health
What would be the one thing we’d wish for to make the world a healthier place? Unhesitatingly, it would be peace. Peace in the world and all our homes, schools and workplaces – peace everywhere. If so-called humankind weren’t so busy cultivating hate, we would have a lot more resources […]
49th Shelf: Empty Spaces
Empty Spaces by (author) Jordan Abel Winner of the 2024 Governor General’s Literary Award for Fiction • Shortlisted for the 2024 Amazon First Novel Award From the acclaimed, boundary-breaking author of NISHGA comes a hypnotic and mystifying exploration of land and legacy. Reimagining James Fenimore Cooper’s nineteenth-century text The Last of the Mohicans from the […]
Ontario Needs To Get Serious About Protecting And Restoring Nature
On December 16, 2024, Ontario Nature, Nature Canada and 58 of their partner organizations wrote an open letter to Acting Minister McCarthy (Minister of Environment, Conservation and Parks) and Minister Smith (Minister of Natural Resources) requesting that the Government of Ontario commit to protecting and restoring nature. Biodiversity loss and climate change […]
Emergency Department Wait Time Clocks Relaunch for Flu Season
As flu season approaches its anticipated peak, Erie Shores HealthCare and Windsor Regional Hospital have reintroduced their Emergency Department Wait Time Clocks to provide patients with real-time information about the current wait times in their emergency departments. The wait time clocks are designed to give patients an average estimate of […]
Planning Items for January 13, 2025 Kingsville Council Meeting
Kingsville Town Council will review the following applications at its January 13, 2025 Council meeting: OPA & ZBA-2024-4: The Town of Kingsville is proposing amendments to the Official Plan and Zoning by-law with respect to building heights within the Main Street Corridor, specifically the Main Street Neighbourhood and the Main […]
Garbage Pickup and Recycling Dates This Week
For those whose Garbage Day is normally on Tuesday, nothing changes this week. Pickup will still be on Tuesday, December 24. For those whose Garbage Day is normally on Friday, this week pickup will be on Saturday, December 28. Recycling will be picked up on Thursday, December 26 this week […]
In Memoriam: Audrey and Bruce White
Gone from home but never from our hearts, Thinking of you and missing you every day. With love, Your niece Debbie and family
Canada Post Continues To Ramp Up Operations
Canada Post has processed the parcels held in the postal system during the strike, with all these items now flowing through our network or delivered. We expect a significant portion of these items to be delivered before Christmas. Here’s what Canadians need to know as we make good progress on ramping […]
Mental Health Mighties with Danny G: Don’t Give Up … GO UP!
Remember that beautiful song, “Hold On” by Wilson Phillips? If you haven’t listened to it, you probably should. It is about the art of hanging on and never giving up. It is a way of telling you to be strong, be brave, and keep going. “Hold on” means not giving […]
Pet of the Week: Meet Thumper
Thumper 6-year-old Male Polish Dwarf Rabbit Hello, I’m Thumper! I’ve got an independent spirit and a boundless curiosity that keeps me hopping around, exploring every nook and cranny. I’ve got a sassy side too, which means I’m not afraid to tell you what I think. But don’t worry, I’m also […]
County of Essex Holiday Hours 2024
County of Essex offices will be closed Christmas Eve day (Tuesday, Dec. 24), Christmas Day (Wednesday, Dec. 25) and Boxing Day (Thursday, Dec. 26), reopening on Friday, Dec. 27. They will close again at noon on Tuesday, Dec. 31, and remain closed through New Year’s Day (Wednesday, Jan. 1), reopening […]
Health Unit Holiday Closings from December 24 to 26
The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit offices will be closed to the public Tuesday, December 24 through Thursday, December 26. Website: Windsor-Essex County Health Unit Phone: 519-258-2146 Facebook: Windsor-Essex County Health Unit Instagram: thewechu Twitter: WEC Health Unit YouTube: Windsor-Essex County Health Unit
Common Sense Health: Rx for Terrible Loneliness
The Christmas season is one of the joyful times of the year. The homecomings, parties, and sentiments we are still lucky to be a part of this messy, troubled world. But we also know those who have lost loved ones and are now alone. For all the people we are […]
Public Meeting Notice: Official Plan Amendment Affecting Leamington
NOTICE OF COMPLETE APPLICATION AND PUBLIC MEETING Official Plan Amendment – File Number OPA-07 810 Mersea Road 4, Municipality of Leamington Take Notice Essex County Council will hold a public meeting on Wednesday, January 15, 2025, at 5 p.m., in Council Chambers in the County of Essex Administrative Building, located at […]
49th Shelf: An Evening With Birdy O’Day
An Evening with Birdy O’Day by (author) Greg Kearney A funny, boisterous, and deeply moving novel about aging hairstylist Roland’s childhood friendship with Birdy O’Day, whose fevered quest for pop music glory drives them apart Roland Keener is an aging hairstylist who’s lived and worked in Winnipeg all his life. He’s […]
Leamington Council Matters — December 10, 2024
At the Leamington Council meeting of Tuesday, December 10, 2024, Council: Held a Public Meeting under the Planning Act and approved the following: Consent Application B-37-23: To sever 21.042 hectares from the rear of 821 Mersea Road 11 and add it to the neighbouring property, vacant land west of 1280 […]
Melissa Rei (September 30, 1981 – December 14, 2024)
Melissa Rei It is with deep sorrow that we announce the sudden passing of Melissa, aged 43, on December 14th, 2024. Melissa is reunited with her mother, Rosemary Rei (1997). She is the beloved daughter of Joe, cherished sister to Jason, and will be fondly remembered by many aunts, uncles, […]
Lend a Hand to Seniors This Winter for Snow Removal
Lend a Hand for Seniors Snow Removal Winter has arrived, and our Lend a Hand program is here to help seniors in our community with snow removal. We’re committed to keeping our neighbourhoods safe and accessible for everyone. To make this happen, we need volunteers! FOR VOLUNTEERS: – Earn high […]
Fantasy of Lights Concert Happening Saturday, December 21
Grab some hot chocolate and goodies, come make Christmas cards, and listen to live entertainment happening inside Lakeside Park Pavilion on December 21, 2024 at 6:00 pm. All aboard the Kingsville Express Train for a tour through Lakeside Park to see the lights before it departs at the end of […]
Kingsville Library Open House and All Libraries’ Holiday Closings
We were so very fortunate to be able to gather together again this year for our annual Open House at the Kingsville Library on Thursday, December 12th. We had activities for all ages. There was something for everyone to enjoy! Season’s greetings from all of us at the Kingsville Branch. Warmest […]
First Canadian Woman To Win Olympic Gold In Track Honoured
National historic designations illustrate the defining moments in the story of Canada. Together, they tell the stories of who we are and connect us to our past, enriching our understanding of ourselves, each other, and our country. Parks Canada and the Historic Sites and Monuments Board of Canada today commemorated […]
Canada Post Restarts Operations Dec. 17 and Welcomes Back Employees
Canada Post will restart operations tomorrow and begin the process of safely ramping up and stabilizing operations across the country. With a large, integrated network of processing plants, depots and post offices, stabilizing operations will take time and the company asks Canadians for their patience. Canada Post will continue to […]
Town Extends Water Bill Due Date in Response to Canada Post Strike
In light of the recent Canada Post strike, the Town of Kingsville is extending the due date for December water bills to January 31, 2025. This change affects water bills that would normally be sent out within the below map boundary. (Kingsville Route – See Map). Residents can receive a […]
Coats for Kids Pop-up Shop Saturday, December 21
Missed Coats for Kids Last Month? We’ve Got You Covered! SECC has received additional winter coats and accessories to help keep you and your family warm this winter! If you or a loved one still need a winter coat and cannot afford to purchase one, come visit us: Saturday, December […]
Leamington Issues Holiday Hours For Services
Happy Holidays from all of us at the Municipality of Leamington. Please note the following municipal program and service level adjustments for the 2024 holiday season: Leamington Municipal Building The Leamington Municipal Building will be closed on the following days: Tuesday, December 24, 2024 Wednesday, December 25, 2024 Thursday, December […]
Skate Lakeshore Winter Gala Saturday, December 21
Skate Lakeshore will kick off the holidays with an expanded Winter Gala showcase on Saturday, December 21 at 10:30am. Performances will feature exhibitions by three of its Silver Stars Synchronized Skating teams, as well as solo skaters of all ages. “The Winter Gala is a great opportunity for the skaters […]
Pet of the Week: Meet Ellie
Ellie 10-month-old Female Mixed Breed Hi, I’m Ellie! At 10 months old, I’m full of life and ready to share my energy with you. I LOVE to play, especially with squeaker toys but will need some typical puppy training as I haven’t had a lot of that yet. I am […]
Item for Review at Dec. 17 Committee of Adjustment and Appeals
The Committee of Adjustment and Appeals will review the following application at its December 17, 2024 meeting: 1500 Heritage Road (County Road 50): Applications for consent & minor variance. The applicant is proposing the creation of 1 new residential lot. The sizes of the proposed new lots are less than the […]
Recreation Update — Week of December 16
Here’s what’s happening in Kingsville next week! Free public skates every Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday from December 4, 2024 until December 31, 2024! As well as more dates throughout the holiday season. See the Free Public Skate Schedule. Monday, Dec 16 Drop-In Indoor Pickleball – 7:30 am to 1:00 pm – Kingsville Arena […]
December Art Display and Activities at Kingsville Library
ART WALL DISPLAY This December, we’re excited to showcase the incredible talent of young artists from Erie Migration District School! Each year, we look forward to showcasing the creativity and talent of these budding elementary grade students. You won’t want to miss it … an annual tradition of artistic expression […]
Common Sense Health: Quercetin Is Part of a Winning Formula for Health
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, a physician, wrote, “It has long been an axiom of mine that the little things are infinitely the most important.” If he’d had his fictional detective Sherlock Holmes investigate the mysteries of nature, he’d have found quercetin – an element of many plant-based foods that is […]
Residents Warned Fake Water Meter Inspections Scam
The Municipality of Leamington is warning residents about a scam involving individuals falsely claiming to represent the Municipality’s Water Services Department to gain access to homes under the pretense of conducting water meter inspections. Residents have reported being contacted by these individuals, who do not represent the Municipality. Please note […]
Leamington Honours Lieutenant Adam Kroeker
On Thursday, December 12, the Municipality of Leamington held a dedication ceremony at the Leamington Fire Hall to honour the late Lieutenant Adam Kroeker of the Leamington Fire Service. A shadowbox commemorating Adam’s legacy was unveiled in the presence of his family, and colleagues. The tribute, which prominently displays Lieutenant […]
Postal Operations To Resume December 17 Following CIRB Ruling
On December 13, the Minister of Labour established a process with the Canada Industrial Relations Board (CIRB) to assess the likelihood of Canada Post and the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) reaching agreements by the end of 2024. After two days of hearings, the CIRB has issued its ruling […]
Major Patricia Ann Lavender (April 20, 1936 – December 3, 2024)
Lavender, Major Patricia Ann April 20, 1936 – December 3, 2024 Born April 20, 1936 to Bert and Ella Traynor in Kingsville Ontario. Graduated from Grace Hospital School of Nursing in Windsor 1957. Encouraged by her parents to “See the world” Pat joined the R.C.A.F in 1962 and was posted […]
OPP Execute Search Warrant In Leamington, Two Arrested
Police have charged two individuals following the execution of a warrant in Leamington. On December 10, 2024, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Essex County Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), West Region OPP Tactical Rescue Unit (TRU), Emergency Response Team (ERT) Unit, OPP K9 Unit and Leamington OPP uniform members, executed […]
Canada Post Reviewing Details Of Minister Of Labour’s Announcement
Canada Post is currently reviewing the details of the Minister of Labour’s announcement this morning to ensure we are prepared to fully participate in the process and comply with the Minister’s directive. While that unfolds, we look forward to welcoming our employees back to work and serving Canadians and customers. […]
CUPW Denounces Government Intervention
Today, the Union has learned that the Minister of Labour is using his powers under Section 107 of the Canada Labour Code to direct the Canadian Industrial Relations Board (CIRB) to determine whether Canada Post and CUPW can negotiate collective agreements in the near future. The CIRB will hear from […]
Leamington Council Approves 2025 Budget
The Municipality of Leamington Council has approved the 2025 Operating and Capital Budget, emphasizing the Municipality’s commitment to community growth, infrastructure enhancement, and organizational excellence. The budget introduces a municipal tax levy increase, resulting in an additional $120.54 annually ($10.05 per month) for an average urban residential home assessed at […]
Shanna Lucas (March 8, 1952 – December 7, 2024)
Lucas, Shanna March 8, 1952 – December 7, 2024 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Shanna Lucas on Saturday, December 7th, 2024, at the age of 72. Beloved daughter of the late Vic and Jean Lucas (1996). Adored sister to Vic, Diane and family, Brian, […]
Co-Op Students Wrap Up At Gordie Howe International Bridge
Excitement is building as the Gordie Howe International Bridge project draws closer to construction completion and opening day in 2025. This fall, a new cohort of co-op students had the opportunity to be part of history in the making on this once-in-generation infrastructure project. Sixteen co-op students are wrapping up […]
Gary Balkwill (July 19, 1939 – December 2, 2024)
Balkwill, Gary July 19, 1939 – December 2, 2024 Passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, Monday, December 2, 2024, at Erie Shores Hospice at the age of 85 years. Loving husband of 61 years to Dorothy Balkwill (nee Talbot). Dear father of Corey (Margaret) Balkwill and Lance (Ann) Balkwill. Special […]
Grants Available For Tree Planting Including Seedlings And Large Trees
The Essex Region Conservation Authority is offering grants ranging from 75% to 100% for projects that help protect our environment. Interested landowners should contact ERCA soon to learn about these grant programs and plan for spring projects. As well, landowners interested in planting trees or creating prairie habitat on their […]
49th Shelf: The Butcher
The Butcher by (author) Jennifer Hillier In this “skillfully penned tale of murder and cover-up that will keep readers enthralled until the powerful finish” (Fresh Fiction), family secrets and a serial killer from the past converge in this electrifying thriller. In 1985, Edward Shank famously gunned down the Beacon Hill Butcher, […]
Invasive Phragmites Control Fund Opens 2025 Call For Proposals
The Ontario Phragmites Action (OPA) program is pleased to announce the Invasive Phragmites Control Fund (IPCF) call for proposals. IPCF was made possible by an investment from the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources. These funds will support local on-the-ground action on Phragmites and amplify and expand control activities as part […]
Canada Post Calls CUPW’s Latest Offer Unaffordable, Unsustainable
CUPW’s latest offer would add billions of dollars in unsustainable fixed costs to Canada Post Canada Post has carefully reviewed the latest offers from the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) and determined that the union’s demands are unaffordable and unsustainable – adding billions of dollars in long-term fixed costs. […]
OPP Investigate Fatal Collision Involving Kingsville Resident
A two-vehicle collision has claimed the life of one driver. On December 11, 2024, at approximately 11:59 a.m., members of the Tecumseh and Lakeshore detachments of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) along with Lakeshore Fire Rescue and Essex-Windsor Emergency Medical Services, responded to a two-vehicle collision on Manning Road near […]
Kingsville Council Brief from December 9, 2024 Meeting
At its December 9, 2024 meeting, Council: Approved Zoning By-law Amendment Application ZBA 2024-16 to amend the zoning designation on parts of the subject land, municipally known as 175 Wigle Avenue, legally described as Part of Lots 64, 65 & 69, Part of Bauslaugh Avenue, Part of Lane Registered Plan […]
Canadian Generosity Hits Lowest Point In 20 Years
The number of Canadians donating to charity—as a percentage of all tax filers—is at the lowest point in 20 years, finds a new study published by the Fraser Institute, an independent, non-partisan Canadian public policy think-tank. “The holiday season is a time to reflect on charitable giving, and the data […]
Erie Shores HealthCare Welcomes New Chief Of Staff
Erie Shores HealthCare (ESHC) is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Kenneth Ogah, MD, as the organization’s new Chief of Staff, effective early in the new year. Dr. Ogah brings over 25 years of experience in Obstetrics and Gynecology, with a notable background in Urogynecology, advanced pelvic surgery, and […]











































































































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