Here’s what’s happening the week of September 23rd. Monday, Sept 23 Drop-In Tennis (all courts) – 8:00 am to 10:00 pm – Ridgeview Park Cottam Bocce Ball League – 9:00 am to 11:00 am – Kingsville Arena Adult Skate – 9:00 am to 9:50 am – Kingsville Arena Shinny – […]
Other News
WECHU Distributing Potassium Iodide (KI) Pills to Windsor-Essex County
If you live in the Town of LaSalle and had previously obtained Potassium Iodide (KI) pills, they are nearing their expiration date. LaSalle residents will be able to pick up a new package of KI pills at the LaSalle Civic Centre located at 5950 Malden Rd, LaSalle on Wednesday, October […]
Updated: September 23 Kingsville Council Meeting Agenda Online
TOWN OF KINGSVILLE REGULAR MEETING OF COUNCIL AGENDA Monday, September 23, 2024 6:00 – 10:00 PM Unico Community Centre 37 Beech Street Kingsville, ON N9Y 1A9 Addendum published to add a report regarding the award of a tender for the Cottam Community Centre. The Agenda for the September 23, 2024 […]
County Council Highlights for Sept. 18, 2024
Warden Celebrates Good News for Local Hospitals Recent donations and developments at local hospitals illustrate the Windsor-Essex region’s commitment to building a strong, comprehensive and integrated health-care system, Warden Hilda MacDonald said in her opening remarks at Wednesday’s meeting of Essex County Council. The warden earlier in the week attended […]
Update: County Road 22 Corridor Enhancement Project
The County of Essex in consultation with the Municipality of Lakeshore is modifying the design of the County Road 22 corridor enhancement project in response to feedback received from the public and will hold another Public Consultation Centre to seek input on the changes. Council supported a plan presented by the […]
49th Shelf: Inside The Belly Of An Elephant
Inside the Belly of an Elephant A Motorcycle Journey of Loss, Legacy and Ultimate Freedom by Todd Lawson In 1999 Todd Lawson’s brother, Sean, died tragically of preventable cerebral malaria at the end of a motorcycle adventure through southern Africa. It left Todd with a hole in his heart — […]
Flag Raising For National Day For Truth And Reconciliation
The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation will be observed on Monday, September 30th. For a week, the Greater Essex County District School Board will fly the Every Child Matters flag at all its schools and administrative buildings. This federal holiday is intended to recognize the legacy of the residential school […]
Essex Region Conservation Bike Tour Returns September 28
The Essex Region Bike Tour is back with brand new road routes that take cyclists to the Point Pelee National Park of Canada, and with tried and true safe, off-road Greenway routes to explore! Time & Location Sep 28, 2024, 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. 85 Park Street Kingsville, ON […]
Cooking, Quilling and Puzzles for Adults at Kingsville Library
Travel by Cook Book! Saturday September 21st at 1 p.m. Learn about a different country or region and its cuisine. This month we focus on dishes from the Middle East. You select and make a recipe from a cookbook, then we all get together to share the finished products! Once […]
Jean Driedger (November 15, 1935 – September 13, 2024)
Jean Driedger It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, Jean Driedger, on September 13, 2024, at the age of 88. Jean was born to Stanley and Anna Fox of Kingsville. Predeceased by her loving husband John (2019), of 63 years. Beloved […]
Ontario Investing Over $9M to Train 2,300 Workers In Windsor
Skills Development Fund investment includes support for 24,000 square foot training centre The Ontario government is investing over $9 million to train approximately 2,300 manufacturing and construction sector workers in Windsor. This includes a $4.7 million investment to build a new training facility for local electrical workers through the new […]
LHSC Is Canada’s First Hospital With Four Orthopaedic Robots
Recently, London Health Sciences Centre (LHSC) has become the first hospital in Canada and one of only half a dozen institutions in the world to have all four major hip and knee replacement surgical robots on site. LHSC is home to one of the largest surgical fellowship programs in Canada […]
Gleaners’ Food For All Luncheon Draws Hundreds Of Visitors
On Wednesday September 11, the Southwestern Ontario Gleaners pulled out all the stops for their Food For All Luncheon. At the final tally, four hundred and twenty-two guests were in attendance, seventy-five more than last year’s event. The luncheon hosted a great mix of visitors, from seniors to babies, as […]
Nurses At WECHU Seeking Fair Wages As They Head To Conciliation
More than 75 public health nurses at the Windsor Essex County Health Unit, members of the Ontario Nurses’ Association (ONA), are heading to conciliation seeking fair wages and hours of work, after the employer failed to negotiate a new collective agreement. “Windsor Essex public health nurses have among the lowest public health […]
Update to School Property Project on Have Your Say Kingsville
The Town of Kingsville has provided new updates for its “Future of the School Properties” project on its citizen engagement portal, HaveYourSayKingsville.ca, including property appraisal reports for 170 Main Street East and 36 Water Street, a ‘Mayor’s Vision’ Presentation from the September 16, 2024 Committee of the Whole meeting, and a […]
Windsor Life Centre Prepares To Host Gala Event October 25
We hear every day of addiction issues in our communities; there is one local charity, Windsor Life Centre, successfully providing assistance to those affected across Canada by helping them Break Addictions for Generations to Come! WLC is a faith-based, residential treatment centre for women recovering from alcohol and drug addictions. […]
Break And Enter In Leamington
On September 9, 2024, members of the Leamington Detachment Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), received a report of a break and enter that occurred at a business on Milo Road in the Municipality of Leamington. It was determined that multiple individuals entered the fenced in property on Thursday September 5th, between […]
Leamington Council Matters – September 10, 2024
At the Leamington Council meeting of Tuesday, September 10, 2024, Council: Authorized the lifecycle replacement of 37 Motorola Minitor pagers through Kelcom in the amount of $18,343, excluding applicable taxes, and funded the purchase through the Fire Services Reserve. Approved the purchase and installation of replacement radio system hardware through […]
Common Sense Health: High-Dose Vitamin C and Lysine
It’s an uncommon gift to reach 100 years of age – and be healthy. But apart from good genes and good luck, there are steps you can take to increase your chances for healthy longevity. Long time readers will know what I’ve said over and over again. Too many people gain […]
Ontario Purple Martin Association Meeting – October 19, 2024
The Ontario Purple Martin Association will be holding its final meeting of the year on Saturday, October 19, 2024. Members of the public are welcome. The meeting will take place at Orchard View Golf Course, 1357 County Road 34, Ruthven at 9:00 am. Members: Please have details on your Martin […]
Kingsville Fire and Rescue Encourages Residents to be ‘Saved by the Beep’
Test Your Smoke Alarm Day Takes Place September 28 Across Ontario Kingsville’s Fire & Rescue is calling on all residents to test their smoke alarms on September 28 as part of Test Your Smoke Alarm Day. Be prepared to be Saved by the Beep with a working smoke alarm – it is your […]
All Mainland Operations From Kingsville Starting Sept. 19
The Owen Sound Transportation Company (OSTC) issued this announcement on September 16, 2024 concerning transportation to and from Pelee Island: “Starting Thursday, September 19th, 2024 all mainland operations will be from the port of Kingsville; located at 25 Dock Road.” View the 2024 Ferry Schedule Book a Reservation For information […]
Kingsville Essex Associated Bank Open House October 3
Kingsville Military Museum Launches Capital Campaign For Expansion
Our Board of Directors is currently in the works to fundraise for a Capital Campaign in order to expand our beautiful museum so we can better showcase the history of our war heroes and Kingsville’s past. We have so many incredible artifacts to showcase from Kingsville’s bravest. The problem is, […]
Pet of the Week: Meet Bandit
Bandit 6-year-old Male Shepherd/Siberian Husky Hello, I’m Bandit! I may be a senior, but don’t let that fool you. I’m as curious and playful as a pup. I love exploring and playing games, but my favorite thing is a good cuddle. I might seem a bit nervous at first, but give […]
What’s Happening in September at the Kingsville Library
DROP-IN ACTIVITY FOR ADULTS Kingsville Crafting Hive: Sept. 4th & 18th 5:30– 7:30 pm Crafting knows no boundaries, limits or inhibitions …This is a space for everyone to share various crafting techniques. (1st & 3rd Wednesday of the month). *** DROP-IN ACTIVITY FOR TEENS Teen Art Cart at the Kingsville […]
2024 Kingsville Terry Fox Run Raises $22,000
Terry Fox’s 44th anniversary run in Kingsville on Sunday, September 15th was another beautiful sunny day and a huge success! We raised an all-time high with a whopping $22,608. Kudos to our 137 participants and volunteers. Special thanks to Cheryl Crowder, our registration chair and Adrian Farnworth, Marshalls chair, for […]
Leamington Seeks Applications For Essex Power Corp. Board of Directors
The Municipality of Leamington is seeking an applicant to fill one (1) Board of Director position on the Essex Power Corporation (EPC) Board of Directors for a four (4) year term commencing January 1, 2025, and ending December 31, 2028. Essex Power Corporation is a dynamic energy company that provides safe, […]
Board Game Cafe: Drop-in Thursday, September 26
The Town of Kingsville is excited to hold another Board Game Café at the Grovedale Arts & Culture Centre on Thursday, September 26, 2024, from 7:00 – 9:00 pm. Whether you’re a board game enthusiast, looking to discover new games, or just interested in a social evening with like-minded people, […]
Essex County Construction and Road Closures Update – Sept. 13, 2024
The intersection of County Road 9 and County Road 10 is now open and is operating with two way stopping control. County Road 9 will be reduced to one lane between North Side Road and County Road 10 beginning July for approximately six weeks. Please obey temporary traffic signals and exercise caution in […]
Barbara Ann Kurtz (Gonczy) (August 11, 2024)
**The funeral service will be livestreamed. Please copy and paste and the following link in your browser: https://youtube.com/live/RM34GvC_oNs?feature=share KURTZ, Barbara Ann (Gonczy) Passed away peacefully, surrounded by love, on August 11, 2024, at the age of 93. Beloved wife of 64 years to James Peter Kurtz, who was called home […]
Festival of Guest Nations & Public Safety Information Day on September 15
Celebrating Migrant Worker communities and connecting them with services and supports in the community The highly anticipated Festival of Guest Nations is taking place on Sunday, September 15 th at Seacliff Park in Leamington. The Festival celebrates the diversity of migrant workers in the community, the sacrifices they make in coming […]
Kingsville Library’s September Artist Display by Kinga Chowdry
Art Display by Kinga Chowdry The Essex County Library is pleased to present the art of Kinga Chowdry at our Kingsville Branch for the month of September. “I am a self-taught artist. Although I have always loved art and admired many artists and their work, my life took me on […]
Notice Of Leamington Road Resurfacing Projects
The Municipality of Leamington is set to begin road resurfacing efforts starting Monday, September 30, 2024. The following areas are scheduled for milling and paving: Clark Street East (from Erie Street North to Victoria Avenue) Camelot Avenue (from Marlborough Street East to Oak Street East) Westmoreland Avenue (from Talbot Street West to Oak […]
Essex County Council Regular Meeting Notice for September 18, 2024
There will be a meeting of Essex County Council on Wednesday, September 18, 2024, which is scheduled to commence at 6:00 PM. As permitted pursuant to By-law 2024-26, being a by-law to provide rules governing the order and proceedings of the Council of the Corporation of the County of Essex, […]
Town of Kingsville Committee of the Whole September 16 Agenda Online
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE AGENDA Monday, September 16, 2024 Unico Community Centre 37 Beech Street Kingsville, ON N9Y 1A9 The Town of Kingsville’s Meeting of the Committee of the Whole will take place on September 16th from 6 p.m. – 10 p.m. Agenda (PDF): Agenda Package – Committee of the […]
49th Shelf: The Ladies’ Lending Library
The Ladies’ Lending Library by Janice Kulyk Keefer From one of Canada’s most accomplished novelists, a bittersweet tale about mothers, daughters, friends and lovers in 1960s cottage country. In the summer of 1963, the year of the release of Cleopatra, the most sensational movie ever made, the women of Kalyna […]
ESHC Board Meeting: Erie Shores 2050 And Upcoming Public Consultation
The following report was presented to the Erie Shores HealthCare Board of Directors during its open meeting on September 10, 2024. $1 Million Anonymous Donation A former patient’s family, who has asked to remain anonymous, has pledged one million dollars to improve the patient experience at our hospital. The money […]
Place a Hold on a Math Skills Kit at Essex County Library
Do you have a child who is a tactile learner? They could benefit from our math skills student kits! Each kit ranging from kindergarten to grade 5 includes hands-on manipulatives to help you support your child. You’ll also have access to downloadable activities to guide you in the use of these […]
Health Unit Distributing Potassium Iodide (KI) Tablets
The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit encourages everyone living within the primary and secondary zones of nuclear installations Fermi 2 or Davis-Besse to get their supply of iodide (KI) tablets. The Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC) requires that all residents within the primary zone of a nuclear installation have potassium iodide […]
Leamington Transit Service Now Available On Sundays
The Municipality of Leamington is pleased to announce the expansion of LT-Go Transit service hours to include Sundays. LT-Go Transit will now add transit services on Sundays from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM, offering continuous service seven days a week. This service extension is part of Leamington’s commitment to enhancing […]
Cement Spill at Main West and Queen
A cement truck has spilled along Main Street West and up Queen Street. We’re aware of this issue and have contacted the cement company. Staff are providing support to get it cleaned as quickly as possible. Please avoid the area.
Ontario Helps People Prepare for Respiratory Illness Season
Flu, COVID-19 vaccines and expanded RSV immunization program expected by early October for those at risk The Ontario government is reminding everyone to stay safe this respiratory illness season and prevent unnecessary visits to the hospital by staying up to date on vaccinations. To protect against serious illness throughout the […]
Essex Region Conservation Authority to Meet on September 12
The Essex Region Conservation Authority (ERCA) will hold its Board of Directors’ meeting at the Essex County Civic and Education Centre on Thursday, September 12 at 6:00 pm. Agenda items include: Notice of Invasive Hydrilla at Hillman Marsh Conservation Area 2025 Board Meetings DRAFT Watershed Management Strategy DRAFT Conservation Areas Strategy […]
Kingsville Council Brief from September 9, 2024 Meeting
At its September 9, 2024 meeting, Council: Approved: A Zoning By-Law application with certain uses for 2014 Road 3 A Consent application for lot creation and easement for storm sewer at 719 Seacliff Drive Directed Administration to apply $10,000 from its 2024 operating budget to fund its 2024 commitment to the […]
Impaired Kingsville Driver Arrested After Collision
On September 9, 2024, just after 1:00 a.m., members of the Kingsville detachment Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a single vehicle collision on County Road 20, Town of Kingsville. As a result of the investigation, a 21-year-old male resident of Kingsville, was arrested and charged under the […]
Common Sense Health: Stop Killing the Kidneys with Garbage
Multiple studies have shown that a diet of fruits and vegetables reduces blood pressure. Since hypertension kills millions of people each year, the message seems clear. But this is not the first time consumers have been told that a veggie diet is superior to one of meat. Now there’s another […]
Pet of the Week: Meet Shaggy
Shaggy 9-year-old Male Domestic Short Hair Hi there, I’m a senior cat named Shaggy! I came to the shelter in not the best shape, but thankfully their team has taken care of me and helped me heal. I still do have some medical concerns which is why I am a Special […]
Kingsville and Harrow Book Clubs for Some ‘Me Time’
Carve out some Me Time — Join one of our monthly book clubs! Kingsville and Harrow have room for new members. In Kingsville: Saturday, September 14th at 11:00a.m. September’s book is Need to Know by Karen Cleveland In Harrow: Tuesday, September 17th at 11:00a.m. This month’s book is The Rules of […]
School Bus Cancellations Lead To Traffic Delays
Pockets of fog across Essex County resulted in widespread bus cancellations and wreaked havoc on traffic this morning. In Kingsville, particularly along Jasperson Lane, vehicles came to a standstill in both directions as parents scrambled to ensure their children made it to school on time. By the afternoon, however, conditions […]
Emily Bezaire’s Half-life Show At ArtSpeak Gallery, September 23-28 2024
Essex County artist Emily Bezaire will be presenting the Half-life show at ArtSpeak Gallery from September 23-28, 2024. This exhibit will feature eight self-portraits in graphite pencil and india ink. Half-life showcases the realities facing a woman approaching the statistical halfway point in life and explores the concept of halves […]
Canada Post Proposes New Postage Rates For 2025
Canada Post is proposing to increase regulated postage rates in 2025. For a domestic letter (30 grams or less), the price of a single stamp would increase from $1.15 to $1.44. When purchased in a booklet, coil or pane, the price would increase from 99 cents to $1.24 per stamp. For the […]
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 […]
Local Athlete Steve Wright Shines at Duathlon Events
Friends and supporters of local athlete Steve Wright are celebrating his great performance at last month’s duathlon event “Down Under.” The Australia event follows last year’s World Duathlon Championship in Ibiza where Wright represented Canada and finished a commendable 15th out of 45 in his age group despite a high […]
Next Kingsville Block Party is Saturday, September 21st
The Town of Kingsville is excited to announce its next Kingsville Block Party happens on Saturday, September 21, 2024. This is our last Block Party of the summer! Join us at the intersection of King and Chestnut from 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm. This month’s theme is “Glow Night” and will feature […]
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 […]
Free Retirement Planning Seminar
It’s never too early to start planning for your retirement! It’s important to consider all your financial needs once you no longer have employment income. That’s the reason why the Ruthven United Church, in cooperation with Pelee Lighthouse Financial is pleased to present a complimentary seminar designed to help you […]
Single Vehicle Collision In Kingsville Leads To Impaired Charge
Driver charged with Impaired, two passengers sent to hospital with minor injuries after single vehicle collision On September 8, 2024, at 1:53 a.m., members of the Essex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Essex-Windsor Emergency Medical Services (EMS), and Kingsville Fire and Rescue were dispatched to County Road 29 at Road […]
OPP Release Labour Day Weekend Campaign Results
Members of the Essex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were busy patrolling our Essex County roads and highways in an effort to keep them as safe as possible during the Labour Day long weekend. During the campaign, Essex OPP laid numerous charges for a variety of infractions and issued 141 […]
Mental Health Mighties with Danny G: Don’t Worry What They Think
Be kind, focus on your life, and don’t worry what they think. You may already have heard this in your life — “It looks hard. Maybe you should try something else.” “It will take a long time to accomplish that.” “Don’t take a chance. It might not work out for […]
Doris Vreman (January 23, 1939 – September 2, 2024)
VREMAN, Theodora “Doris” M. (nee Staal); It is with sadness we announce the passing of Doris on Monday, September 2, 2024, at Erie Shores Healthcare at the age of 85 years. Loving wife of 64 years to Simon Vreman. Dear mother of Judy Ireland (Doug), Paul (Angie), Tim (Elvie) and […]
Use Your Library Card to Access ‘Brainfuse’ and Interact Live with Tutors
For our older students — especially high school! You can use your library card to access Brainfuse, an App/website where you can interact live with tutors. You’ll find tutors in math, science, reading/writing, and social studies. All you need is: an internet connection computer or mobile device and your library […]
Festival of Hawks at Holiday Beach Conservation Area September 14-15
All eyes will be on the skies this September as local birders and nature lovers take in one of North America’s greatest migration at Holiday Beach Conservation Area: tens of thousands of hawks and raptors flying overhead on their annual journey to nesting grounds in the south. Essex Region Conservation […]
Recreation Update – Week of September 9th
Here’s what’s happening the week of September 9th. Monday, Sept 9 Drop-In Tennis (all courts) – 8:00 am to 10:00 pm – Ridgeview Park Cottam Bocce Ball League – 9:00 am to 11:00 am – Kingsville Arena Adult Skate – 9:00 am to 9:50 am – Kingsville Arena Shinny – […]
County Council Highlights for Sept. 4, 2024
Come to the Outdoor Accessibility Fest-for-All, Warden Urges Warden Hilda MacDonald, in her opening remarks at Wednesday’s Essex County Council meeting, encouraged everyone to visit the first-ever Outdoor Accessibility Fest-for-All on Sept. 13. The free public event hosted by the Essex County Accessibility Advisory Committee will be held at Colchester […]
September 9 Kingsville Town Council Meeting Agenda Is Online
TOWN OF KINGSVILLE REGULAR MEETING OF COUNCIL AGENDA Monday, September 9, 2024 6:00 – 10:00 PM Unico Community Centre 37 Beech Street Kingsville, ON N9Y 1A9 The Agenda for the September 9, 2024 Council meeting is available on our website. View the meeting via Livestream at the time of the […]
49th Shelf: We Are Already Ghosts
We Are Already Ghosts by Kit Dobson The Briscoe-MacDougall family retire to their lakeside cabin each summer. This annual vacation is at time to unwind and refresh, a time to relax away from the hustle and bustle of city life. We Are Already Ghosts joins the Briscoe-MacDougalls in the summer of […]
County Advances Regional Interests at AMO Conference
County of Essex delegations recently met with Ontario government officials to advocate on three issues of importance to the region. The presentations were made in Ottawa at the 2024 Association of Municipalities of Ontario Conference. The conference, held Aug. 18-21, was attended by more than 3,300 municipal leaders, government officials, […]
Scientists Develop New Tool To Detect Consciousness In The ICU
Researchers at Lawson Health Research Institute and Western University are using a new brain imaging technique to detect preserved consciousness in the intensive care unit (ICU) at London Health Sciences Centre (LHSC) in patients that appear to be in a coma following a severe brain injury. In a groundbreaking discovery […]
Career Hub’s Use of Technology Breaks Barriers and Empowers Clients
For SECC’s Career Hub, embracing technology has become a fundamental aspect of our services. By integrating cutting-edge tools like AI Mock Interviews, Electronic Translating Devices, and AI-driven job search platforms, we are breaking down barriers and providing clients with the resources they need to succeed. Career Hub has recently transformed […]
Aquatic Invasive Species Found at Hillman Marsh Conservation Area
The aquatic invasive plant, hydrilla, has been detected for the first time in Ontario and Canada in the West Cell at Hillman Marsh Conservation Area located in Leamington, Ontario. Hydrilla (Hydrilla verticillata) can grow up to 2.5 centimeters per day and to lengths of 7.5 meters. This rapid growing invasive […]
Search Warrant Results In Drug Possession And Trafficking Charges
Search warrant in Leamington leads to drug possession, drug trafficking and possession of stolen property charges for two individuals On August 22, 2024, members of the Essex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), OPP Tactics and Rescue Unit (TRU), OPP Canine (K9) and OPP Emergency Response […]
OPP Continue Death Investigation In Harrow
Members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Essex County Detachment are continuing a death investigation at a Huffman Road address in Harrow. On August 31, 2024, emergency services responded to an address after a child was located unresponsive in a swimming pool. The infant was transported to hospital and pronounced […]
Intimate Partner Violence Investigation Results In Charges
Domestic assault investigation in Leamington results in charges for two individuals On September 2, 2024, at 12:35 p.m., members of the Essex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to an address in Leamington for the report of an assault. As a result of the investigation, a 40-year-old of […]
UMEI Community Players Announce Casting Call For Upcoming Production
The UMEI Community Players are back after a twenty-year hiatus. Three alumni, Erin Armstrong, Alyssa Epp and Jillian Suta, are excited to continue Helen Brown’s legacy and bring musicals back to UMEI! We are thrilled to announce auditions for our upcoming community production of the beloved musical, The Sound of […]
Gene Bouliane (April 24, 1942 – September 2, 2024)
Gene Bouliane Passed away peacefully, after a short illness. Beloved husband of Betty (nee Mailloux) for 38 years. Loving father of Shelley (Russell) Seifarth, Steven (Cindy), and Shawn. Proud grandfather of Joshua (Dayna) Seifarth, Ashley Seifarth, Adam, and Austin. Caring brother of Paul (Jeanne) Beneteau. Gene was predeceased by his […]
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 […]
Common Sense Health: Do We Need to Live with Frequent Pandemics?
A pandemic, the rapid spread of infectious disease worldwide, is supposed to be a rare thing, right? In the 20th Century, we went decades without such problems. But was COVID-19 the beginning of more frequent unwelcome viral visitors? How attentive do we need to be to warnings of new viral diseases […]
Outdoor Accessibility Fest-for-All on September 13
The public is invited to a fun and interactive outdoor experience for those of all abilities hosted by the Essex County Accessibility Advisory Committee. Come to the Outdoor Accessibility Fest-for-All! Friday, Sept. 13, 2024 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Colchester Park, County Road 50, Essex, Ontario The festival in the beautiful […]
Essex County Council Meeting Notice for September 4, 2024
There will be a meeting of Essex County Council on Wednesday, September 4, 2024, which is scheduled to commence at 6:00 PM. As permitted pursuant to By-law 2024-26, being a by-law to provide rules governing the order and proceedings of the Council of the Corporation of the County of Essex, […]
Paediatric Hospital Affiliation Brings Orthopaedic Care Closer To Home
In a Canadian first, the two major paediatric hospitals join forces to offer orthopaedic care closer to home and develop innovative teaching and research initiatives. Children’s Hospital at London Health Sciences Centre (LHSC) and Shriners Hospitals for Children Canada (SHC Canada) have announced a first of its kind affiliation agreement […]
Art Scoop: Kelly S. Hopkins Captures Nature’s Beauty
Kelly S. Hopkins is an artist whose life’s journey and creative passion have translated into works that capture the ethereal beauty of nature. She was born in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Kelly’s early years were a mosaic of small-town life in Ontario, with each move introducing her to new landscapes and […]
2024 Kingsville Terry Fox Run at Lakeside Park September 15
This year marks the 44th anniversary of Terry Fox runs across Canada. Once again, the Kingsville site will be at Lakeside Park at 10:30 am on Sunday, September 15th. Maps and participation certificates will be available. T-shirts are still available at Main Street Pharmacy. Last year our Kingsville Site raised $16,153. […]
Updated: Registration Open for Town of Kingsville September Programs
This article was revised to reflect a change to the Little Dancers’ start date. Instead of September 14th, it will begin one week later on September 21st. The Town of Kingsville is excited to announce registration is open for September programs. Programs run in four-week intervals. Reserve your spot today. Children […]
Recycling to Be Collected a Day Later This Week
Recycling will be picked up on Thursday this week due to the Labour Day holiday which fell this Monday. That means you should put your red and blue boxes out on Wednesday night, September 4th for Thursday morning this week or have it out by 6 a.m. on Thursday. A […]
Harrow Fair Pie Auction Shatters Record
$117,500 Raised in Support of the John McGivney Children’s Centre The John McGivney Children’s Centre (JMCC) is thrilled to announce that this year’s Brad and Joanne Stannard Memorial Pie Auction held August 29th at the Harrow Fair has raised a record-breaking $117,500. These funds will directly support the Centre’s mission […]
New Erie Migration District School Opens Its Doors On Tuesday
The new Kingsville super school will be opening its doors this coming Tuesday September 2. Erie Migration District Academy will be welcoming students, including the youngest learners in JK and SK on the first day of school. This year marks a significant milestone as JK/SK students will be starting school […]
Recreation Update – Week of September 2nd
Here’s what’s happening the week of September 2nd. Monday, Sept 2 – LABOUR DAY Tuesday, Sept 3 Drop-In Tennis (all courts) – 8:00 am to 10:00 pm – Ridgeview Park Cottam Senior Shinny – 8:00 am to 8:50 am – Kingsville Arena Parent and Tot Skate – […]
September 2024 Kingsville Community Food Bank Needs
September means school begins, and summer is on the wane. Feelings are mixed this time of year, we’ll miss summer but maybe we’re ready for cool crisp weather and the changing colours of the season. But it can be an expensive time of year, with school clothes and supplies on the […]
Leamington Council Matters – August 27, 2024
At the Leamington Council meeting of Tuesday, August 27, 2024, Council: Deferred an application to redesignate 806 and 810 Mersea Road 4 from Highway 77 Commercial Corridor to Agricultural, and to rezone 806 Mersea Road 4 to an Agricultural General Zone and 810 Mersea Road 4 to an Agricultural General […]
Health Unit Beach Water Testing Results from August 28, 2024
Important Notice: The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit will sample public beaches once every week on Wednesdays. The beach sampling results will be available before every weekend. No beach resampling will be conducted for beach closures. BEACH RESULTS ARE IN: Sampling date: Wednesday, August 28, 20204 Warning Signs Posted Swimming […]
Wetland Restoration Project Update
We are happy to announce that our 14-acre wetland restoration project is complete. This project, located south-east of Tom’s Meadow, was coordinated by the Essex Region Conservation Authority (ERCA). Farmland that frequently experienced flooding was restored to its natural state, increasing biodiversity and, by default, attracting migratory waterfowl. The natural cover […]
WEC Health Unit Closed September 2 for Labour Day
The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit offices will be closed to the public on Labour Day. This year Labour Day falls on Monday, September 2, 2024. 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
Pet of the Week: Meet Baloo
Baloo 1-year-old Male Doberman Pinscher I’m really shy at first and quite nervous in new situations. I tend to take some time to warm up and will need a very patient adopter who is willing to let me come out of my shell at my own pace. Once I know […]
49th Shelf: Fungal – Foraging In The Urban Forest
Fungal Foraging in the Urban Forest by Ariel Gordon Fungal is a wide-ranging collection from Ariel Gordon where she explores her fascination with all mushrooms, not just those you can eat. In these engaging essays she takes the reader through ditches and puddles in search of morels, through the hallways of […]
Local Students Benefit From ‘Backpacks For Success’ Campaign
The Windsor-Essex Neighbourhood Ambassadors, in collaboration with United Way, are proud to announce the launch of the “Backpacks for Success” campaign. Running now until the end of September, this initiative aims to provide essential school supplies to 2,000 children in Windsor-Essex County to ensure they have the resources they need […]
$412,714 Awarded Locally For Health Research
Health Institute surpasses $1.8 million in research grants WE-SPARK Health Institute and its funding partners have awarded 20 research grants totaling $412,714.00 to tackle local health challenges in its latest round of funding. The celebration event took place at the University of Windsor’s CORe (Centre of Research Excellence) Building. The […]
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 […]
Healthcare Costs Nearing $18K For Average Canadian Family In 2024
A typical Canadian family of four will pay an estimated $17,713 for public health-care insurance this year, finds a new study released by the Fraser Institute, an independent, non-partisan Canadian public policy think-tank. “Canadians pay a substantial amount of money for health care through a variety of taxes—even if we […]
Get Your Birds Canada Kits from Essex County Library
This hobby is for the birds! Did you know that the Essex County Library has birdwatching kits from Birds Canada that you can check out? Place your hold on one today and enjoy a satisfying new hobby. Each kit comes in a Birds Canada backpack which includes high quality binoculars and […]
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