400-series highways will see posted speeds of 110km/h The Ontario government is raising the speed limit permanently from 100 km/h to 110 km/h on 10 additional sections of provincial highways in northern and southern Ontario. The change builds on the safe and successful increase to six sections of provincial highways […]
Other News
In A Canadian First, LHSC Performs Robotic Assisted Spinal Surgery
London patient was the first in Canada to receive a successful, robotic assisted direct lateral spine surgery Chronic back pain affects nearly eight million Canadians and is a condition that can become quite debilitating. For Dave Myen, a clinical neuroscience patient at London Health Sciences Centre (LHSC), chronic back pain […]
TWEPI Releases 2024/2025 Official Visitor Guide
Today Tourism Windsor Essex Pelee Island released their 2024/2025 Official Visitor Guide, the unofficial kick-off to the return of the tourism season in Windsor Essex. The guide features all new content, engaging new diverse and drone photography, and buyable experiences to entice locals and visitors alike to explore our region […]
Leamington Issues Public Notice Of Upcoming Pesticide Use
The Municipality of Leamington intends to control weeds on curbs, trails and rural bridges beginning on May 8, 2024, weather permitting, and ending October 21, 2024. The application of pesticide will be completed for public health and safety per section 7.1(2) of the Pesticides Act. Curbs and trails will be […]
Snake Conservation Rare Alvar Habitat To Be Restored On Pelee Island
Ontario Nature is pleased to announce that conservation work on Pelee Island will continue through 2026. A multi-partner collaborative with land trusts and researchers will focus on monitoring and restoring important habitat for at-risk snakes on conservation lands across Pelee Island – including Ontario Nature’s Stone Road Alvar Nature Reserve. […]
Amherstburg Fort Malden Garden Society Announces 35th Garden Tour
The Amherstburg Fort Malden Horticultural Society (AFMHS) looks forward to welcoming you into a collection of stunning private gardens located in the beautiful Town of Amherstburg. Each garden is unique but what they all share in common is the creativity, vision, hard work, and very green thumbs of our local […]
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 […]
Sophia Wittine (October 16, 1924 – April 21, 2024)
Sophia Wittine Passed away peacefully on April 21, 2024 at the age of 99. Beloved wife of the late John Wittine (1991). Loving mother of Ingrid (Doug) Haines and John Jr. Dear Oma of Stefan (Yayoi), Patrick, and Melissa and proud great-Oma of Yuki. Sophia is survived by many nieces […]
W.E.Hike 2024 Returns June 1st
The Essex Region Conservation Foundation will again provide a variety of opportunities for people to connect with nature at stunning locations across the region. W.E.Hike 2023 will offer a variety of guided hikes at conservation areas and trails across the Windsor-Essex region. For a tax-deductible donation of $25 or more, […]
Denise Corrado (February 9, 1957 – April 12, 2024)
CORRADO, Denise (née Amlin) It is with heavy hearts we announce the sudden passing of Denise Corrado on April 12, 2024 at the age of 67. Loving wife and soul companion of Robert Corrado for 42 years. Wonderful and loving Mum to Andrew (Meagan), and Nana to her pride and […]
James Twaddle (June 1, 1937 – April 20, 2024)
James Twaddle On April 20th, 2024, with family at his side, James Duncan “Dunc” Twaddle passed away at the age of 87. Dunc is survived by his wife of 64 years, Linda (nee Walkom), their children; Katharine Grant (Ted), Jason Twaddle (Liz), and Margie Massong (Rob). The grandfather of: Kayla, […]
Recycling of Eclipse Glasses Continues!
We’ve had such a great response from people dropping off their solar eclipse glasses that we’re going to continue until no more come in. We want to remind you that we’re collecting for the Jack Miner Migratory Bird Sanctuary. All glasses that are collected will be donated to Astronomers Without […]
Common Sense Health: The Forever Formula for Good Health and Longevity
Readers often ask me what it takes to reach 100. My answer is always the same. Good genes. Good luck. And a lifetime of good choices about my health. “What about your daily regimen of high dose vitamin C and lysine?” That’s right, I say. It’s my forever formula for […]
Pets of the Week: Meet Oreo and Phantom
Oreo & Phantom 2-year-old Male Bonded Pair Oreo and Phantom are brothers who are looking for a home together. They are both quite independent and shy, and enjoy exploring their surroundings. They are nervous boys who will need time and patience to warm up to you. Oreo and Phantom are […]
Jim Vickers (May 11, 1934 – April 17, 2024)
Jim Vickers It is with profound sadness and broken hearts that Pat announces the passing of her husband, with whom she shared 65 happy years of marriage. Now free of pneumonia and low blood pressure. Cherished and loving father to Scott and daughter-in-law Susan. He was the proud grandpa of […]
Kingsville Horticultural Society News For April
The members and guests who attended the Kingsville Horticultural Society meeting on April 18th were introduced to Mona the Monarch Butterfly by Leo Silvestri. Leo is a local Monarch enthusiast who has been saving Monarchs for about the past 6 years. Why do Monarchs need saving? There are five main threats […]
TWEPI Launches New Birding Pass
Tourism Windsor Essex Pelee Island (TWEPI) is excited to launch the latest extension to their comprehensive birding program, W.E. Bird: The Windsor Essex Pelee Island Birding Trail, a free digital pass operated by Bandwango to help guide outdoor enthusiasts to birding hubs, primary sites and bird-friendly certified businesses across the region […]
OPP Cautions Public Against Unregistered Online Casinos
The Ontario Provincial Police, Investigations and Enforcement Bureau (IEB), in partnership with the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO), is reminding the public to use caution when choosing to access online casino gaming sites found through social media advertisements. On April 11, 2024, the OPP’s Investigation and Enforcement Bureau […]
UMEI Lightning Robotics Team Wraps Season On A High Note
UMEI Christian High School’s Lightning Robotics Team had a great season this year! After hours of planning, coding, building and testing, Team 8081’s robot was ready for competition in this year’s FIRST Robotics Challenge. This year’s challenge, Crescendo, required robots to pick up circular rings and shoot them into different […]
Work Begins on Road 2 East Starting Monday April 22
On Monday, April 22, 2024, construction crews will begin raising catch basins on Road 2 East (between Graham and Division) in preparation of surface asphalt. This work is expected to last three to four weeks. Surface asphalt and final line painting will take place in May. Road 2 East will […]
April 22 Kingsville Town Council Meeting Agenda Is Online
TOWN OF KINGSVILLE REGULAR MEETING OF COUNCIL AGENDA Monday, April 22, 2024 6:00 – 10:00 PM Unico Community Centre 37 Beech Street Kingsville, ON N9Y 1A9 The Agenda for the April 22, 2024 Council meeting is available on our website. View Livestream at the time of the proceedings at https://www.kingsville.ca/livestream […]
CIYC Announces Dates For 2024 Youth Sailing Program
49th Shelf: The Unquiet Bones
The Unquiet Bones A Novel by (author) Loreth Anne White A shocking discovery of human bones reopens an almost fifty-year-old cold case—and rips apart the lives of a group of friends—in a riveting novel by Loreth Anne White, the Amazon Charts and Washington Post bestselling author of The Maid’s Diary. When human bones are […]
Kids Craft Nights at Cottam and Ruthven Libraries
Kids Craft Nights at the Library! Cottam on Wednesday, April 24 Ruthven on Thursday, April 25 5:30 p.m. Ages: 4-8 Bring out your little ones to the Cottam and Ruthven Branches of the Essex County Library for some creative fun. We’re planning a couple of nights of guided crafting! This […]
WECHU Issues Notice for Possible Meningitis Exposure
The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit (WECHU) is investigating a local case of meningitis in a person under 18 years old. The aim of this media release is to assist individuals who may have been exposed to meningitis in recognizing early symptoms and obtaining preventative treatment. The WECHU provides the following […]
Local EMS Launches Defibrillator Awareness and Mapping Campaign
Essex-Windsor EMS is encouraging area business owners to become Cardiac Champions by installing Automatic External Defibrillators and training staff in their use, and is also calling on the residents of Windsor and Essex County to help map the public locations of these life-saving devices. “Minutes matter when it comes to […]
County Council Highlights for April 17, 2024
Warden Praises Volunteers and Urges Support for Hospice Essex County Warden Hilda MacDonald wore a blue Hospice dove pin at Wednesday’s council meeting and encouraged residents to support the organization. The Hospice of Windsor and Essex County “does such a tremendous job providing compassionate end-of-life care and support to residents […]
Common Sense Health: Life in an Iron Lung Is a Test of Tolerance
Reading a recent tribute to the life of Paul Alexander brought back horrible memories for me. Paul Alexander was only six years of age when he developed polio. The result? He spent the rest of his life enclosed in an iron lung. I too had polio in my final year […]
Pet of the Week: Meet Roxi
Roxi 11-year-old Female Labrador Retriever Mix Roxi is part of the Signature Pets program as a Special Paws pet. Roxi has allergies that will require her new family to provide medication on a regular basis. This means that her adoption fee is up to you! Roxi is a social butterfly […]
Transportation Master Plan: Study Commencement Notice
The Study: The County of Essex has initiated a Transportation Master Plan study to identify a long-term transportation vision and strategy to achieve the County’s objectives for the safe and efficient movement of people and goods, and to address current needs and anticipated growth to 2053. The Process: The Transportation Master Plan […]
Shorebirds Flock to Hillman Marsh in May
Bird enthusiasts from around the world visit Leamington, Ontario as one of their bucket list destinations each May, and Hillman Marsh Conservation Area is ready to greet these guests from May 1 – 21 at the Shorebird Celebration. The shorebird habitat at Hillman Marsh is unique in North America. The […]
Windsor To Host 2024 Canadian Diving Trials And National Championships
History will be made from May 17-19, 2024, as Windsor hosts the prestigious Canadian Diving Trials and Summer National Championships at the Windsor International Aquatic and Training Centre. This marks the first time Windsor has ever hosted an Olympic trial in any sport, which Mayor Drew Dilkens describes as “a […]
See What’s Happening at Kingsville Library April 20th and 24th
Travel by Cook Book! Saturday April 20th at 2 p.m. Ages: Adult Learn about a different country or region and its cuisine. This month we focus on Eastern and Southern Africa. You select and make a recipe from a cookbook, then we all get together to share the finished products! […]
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 […]
Paving Work Begins at Mettawas Park
The Town of Kingsville is preparing to pave the parking lot at Mettawas Park. The contractor is installing fencing and will begin work next week. As a result, the parking lot will be closed to the public starting this Friday, April 19, 2024, and will remain closed until the project […]
Health Unit Encourages Public to Vote for ‘Break the Vape Challenge’ Video
The top ten videos are now open for public voting The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit has worked with a panel of youth judges to complete three rounds of youth voting, narrowing down the almost 100 Break the Vape PSA video submissions. The top five videos in the Grade 6 to 8 […]
Elisabeth Alonso (April 21, 1941 – April 5, 2024)
Elisabeth Alonso Elisabeth Warschun Alonso, beloved wife, mother, and abuela, passed away peacefully on April 5, 2024. Born on April 21, 1941, in Montevideo, Uruguay, Elisabeth lived a life full of love. She married Juan Jose in 1964 and shared 60 amazing years of marriage together. She was the cherished […]
ERCA Issues Invitation to Earth Day Tree Planting in Windsor April 28
The Essex Region Conservation Authority (ERCA) is inviting guests from across the region to plant a tree this Earth Day at the Earth Day Tree Planting Celebration in the City of Windsor, thanks to event sponsors ENWIN Utilities Ltd. and Green Sun Rising, and with support from CUPE 543. “ERCA […]
Construction Preparations Underway at County Road 42 Intersection
Preparations are underway for Phase 2 of the multi-year County Road 42 and County Road 43 corridor reconstruction. Phase 2 work will include the construction of a roundabout at the intersection of County Road 42 and County Road 43, the realignment of County Road 43 from County Road 42 to […]
April 16 Committee of Adjustment and Appeals: Planning Item for Review
The Committee of Adjustment and Appeals will review the following application at its April 16, 2024 meeting: 606 Peter Street: An application for minor variance. The applicant is proposing to build a single-detached dwelling on a vacant lot. In order to accommodate its proposed size, relief from the front & rear […]
Kingsville Council Brief – April 8, 2024
At its April 8, 2024 meeting, Council: – Approved Consent Application B-2024-8, to create two additional buildable residential lots on the lands municipally known as 1645 Road 2 East, subject to certain conditions. Council also approved By-law 27-2024, being a By-law to amend Comprehensive Zoning By-law 1-2024, to amend the […]
Kingsville Tennis Association Gearing Up For Season Launch
Kingsville Tennis Association is gearing up for another great season of tennis. We are currently taking registrations and organizing our League Play which runs week nights Monday through Thursday at 7pm. Whether you’re a seasoned player or want to learn the sport, we would love to have you join us. […]
Health Fair Connects Migrant Workers to Support Services
Connecting Migrant Workers with services and supports in the community The Migrant Workers Community Program’s (MWCP) Health and Information Fair for Migrant Workers has returned. It was held on Sunday, April 14th at the Roma Club in Leamington. This health fair has been made possible with the partnership of 20+ […]
Recreation Update for Week of April 15th
Here’s what’s happening the week of April 15th. Monday, April 15 Drop-In Indoor Pickleball – 7:30 am to 1:00 pm – Kingsville Arena Drop-In Outdoor Pickleball – 8:00 am to 4:00 pm (Pending Weather) Adult Skating – 9:00 am to 9:50 am – Kingsville Arena Shinny – 10:00 am to […]
ERCF Announces 2023 Fund Raising Results for Local Conservation
The Essex Region Conservation Foundation has announced that more than half of a million dollars was raised for important conservation work in 2023. “I’m pleased to report that last year, the Foundation was extremely successful in its fundraising efforts,” said Foundation President Claire Wales. “Thanks to the wonderful generosity of […]
Kingsville Adding Westbound Right Hand Turning Lane at Main and Jasperson
The Town of Kingsville is beginning a new project to improve traffic and active transportation downtown. One of the project’s main elements is the installation of a new westbound right-hand turn lane on Main at Jasperson. Additionally, the existing multi-use path on Main Street East will be extended from Pelee […]
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, […]
County Classic Chorale Presents ‘All These Angels” May 4 and 5
COUNTY CLASSIC CHORALE TO CELEBRATE COMPOSERS LEONARD BERNSTEIN AND ONTARIO’S OWN SARAH QUARTEL ON MAY 4TH AND 5TH Leamington-based County Classic Chorale (the Chorale) is proudly experiencing its 41st year of anchoring choral music for Leamington, Kingsville, and other communities in Windsor Essex. Under the direction of new Artistic Director […]
Arrests Made In Break And Enter In Leamington
Multiple charges have been laid in relation to a break and enter in the Municipality of Leamington. On April 11, 2024, at approximately 7:33 p.m., the Leamington detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), were dispatched to an address on Mersea Road E in Leamington. Officers arrived on scene and […]
April 15 Kingsville Committee of the Whole Meeting Is Cancelled
The Town of Kingsville Committee of the Whole meeting that was scheduled for April 15, 2024 from 6 p.m. – 10 p.m. has been cancelled. To receive agendas, planning notices and other town news in your email inbox, subscribe here: https://subscribe.kingsville.ca/Subscribe Website: Kingsville Ontario Phone: (519) 733-2305 Facebook: Town of […]
April 12 Construction Update on Tom Wright Drain Culvert
After careful consideration of multiple options to safely resume the replacement of the Tom Wright Drain Culvert on County Road 50, the project team has identified a preferred solution it is preparing to implement with the support of Hydro One. With the information we have at this point in time, we are hopeful […]
49th Shelf: Pride And Joy
Pride and Joy A Novel by (author) Louisa Onomé Black Cake meets Death at a Funeral in this heartwarming and hilarious novel about three generations of a Nigerian Canadian family grappling with their matriarch’s sudden passing while their auntie insists that her sister is coming back, from an author with a “razor-sharp, smart and […]
Daniel Dumont (March 19, 1945 – April 10, 2024)
Daniel Dumont Passed away peacefully on April 10, 2024 at the age of 79. Cherished husband of Marlene Dumont for 34 years. Caring father of Michael (Bo) and Steven Dumont. Loving step-father and friend of Laurence (Shelley) Wright and Kimberly (Richard) Blanco. Proud grandpa of Kerwin, Evan, Alex, Melanie, Emily, […]
Ontario Welcomes $125 Million Boost for Manufacturing in Southwestern Ontario
Expansion projects by four companies will create 153 new, local jobs The Ontario government is supporting $125 million in investments by four companies to expand local manufacturing capacity in the automotive and food processing sectors while creating 153 new jobs in Windsor and Leamington. This includes a $60 million investment […]
Pet of the Week: Meet Gordie Howe
Gordie Howe 2-year-old Male Domestic Short Hair This big, handsome fellow is Gordie Howe! He is an affectionate, lovable guy. His only request is that he is the only cat in the home. Gordie Howe absolutely loves people and will meow to get your attention and nuzzle his sweet little […]
weCHC Announces New Executive Director
Notice of Study Completion — Heritage Road to Road 2 West
Town of Kingsville, Municipal Class Environmental Assessment Study The Town of Kingsville (Town) has completed a Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (EA) to meet long-term transportation needs within the community. This study involved the extension of Heritage Road to Road 2 West, two local road connecting links, and intersection improvements (see […]
Guardian Marine Rescue Ready For Boating Season
With boating season just around the corner, marine search and rescue (SAR) services are preparing themselves to ensure the well-being of boaters, offering assistance and peace of mind in times of need. Guardian Marine Rescue is one such service. Originally named Colchester Guardian Rescue Inc when it first launched back […]
Essex County Council Meeting Notice for April 17, 2024
There will be a meeting of Essex County Council on Wednesday, April 17, 2024, which is scheduled to commence at 6:00 PM. As permitted pursuant to By-law 2023-58, being a by-law to provide rules governing the order and proceedings of the Council of the Corporation of the County of Essex, […]
Leamington Council Matters — April 9, 2024
At the Leamington Council meeting of Tuesday, April 9, 2024, Council: Approved a Zoning Amendment Application to create zone provisions for Additional Dwelling Units (ADUs) on parcels of urban residential land in the Municipality of Leamington and added definitions regarding same in Zoning By-law 890-09, as amended. Approved a Zoning […]
Trinity United Church New California: A Country Sanctuary
Hi Everyone, My name is Margaret Fittler and I’m a member of Trinity’s congregational family. We’re a country church located at 1005 Concession 2 West, N0P 2GO (corner of Concession 2 and the McCain Sideroad). Throughout the stages of rural development, country churches have provided a calming sanctuary from the […]
Drop-In Programs for April at the Kingsville Library
There are plenty of programs at the Kingsville Branch of the Essex County Library that don’t require registration. Feel like popping by for some interesting activities? Here are just a few of our Drop-In Programs being featured in April for all age groups. COMMUNITY PARTNER PROGRAMS Sit & Sew Every Monday […]
Kingsville Cavaliers Volunteer Fair April 29
Sprucewood Shores Announces Renovations And Open House April 14
Sprucewood Shores Estate Winery wishes to welcome the public to their newly renovated retail space. In addition, the family is extending an invitation to all on Sunday, April 14 to join them for an open house reveal, showcasing all the changes that have been made. Each customer that day will […]
Common Sense Health: Kidney Disease Has No Good Ending
Will humans ever learn to care for their kidneys? Or will they live to count mixed blessings – staying alive but reliant on a machine to clean the blood. This, or a kidney transplant, is the result of end-stage kidney failure. Over 40 million North Americans are living with the […]
Appointment of Superintendent Of Education Announced by Csc Providence
The Conseil scolaire catholique Providence (Csc Providence) is pleased to announce the appointment of Nicole Larocque as Superintendent of Education. Mrs. Larocque has nearly 25 years of experience in the education sector, all with the Conseil scolaire catholique Providence, including more than 15 years as a school leader. She has […]
City Of Windsor Plans Local Celebration To Mark NFL Draft
Attention football fans! The City of Windsor is gearing up to join in the excitement of the National Football League (NFL) Draft set to take place in the city of Detroit from April 25 to 27, 2024. This year’s NFL Draft promises to be an historic event, spanning from Campus […]
Donate Eclipse Glasses to Astronomers Without Borders
Wondering what to do with your eclipse glasses? Here’s a solution that will make a difference for others around the world. The Essex County Library and Jack Miner Migratory Bird Sanctuary are collecting these types of glasses for the non-profit Astronomers Without Borders. Astronomers Without Borders has been recycling gently-used solar […]
Canadian Dental Care Plan To Launch May 2024
Starting in May 2024, the Canadian Dental Care Plan will provide some coverage for Canadian residents who do not have access to dental insurance and have a household income of less than $90,000 a year. For an overview of CDCP, visit the Windsor-Essex County Health Unit here. Eligible individuals are required […]
Essex Region Conservation Authority to Meet on Thursday, April 11
The Essex Region Conservation Authority (ERCA) will hold its Board of Directors’ meeting at the Essex County Civic and Education Centre on Thursday, April 11 at 6:00 pm. Agenda items include: Essex Region Conservation Foundation Grants to ERCA Transition Plan Requirements under O.Reg. 687/21 and Municipal Cost Apportionment Agreements Modernization […]
Kingsville Library Programs for Families and Adults April 10-13
FAMILY PROGRAMS Family Story Time Wednesday April 10th at 10 a.m. Program runs from April 10th to May 15th Family Storytime is a program for families of parents with children from 19 months to 5 years of age to encourage a lifelong love of reading. Join us for stories, bounces, […]
Ontario Invests in New Seniors Programs in Kingsville
On Wednesday, April 3, 2024 the province announced that it is investing in improving the quality of life and building community engagement in Kingsville by adding a new local Seniors Active Living Centre (SALC) Program. “These new Seniors Active Living Centres let our seniors stay fit, active, healthy, and socially […]
Canada’s Premiere Pipe Band Coming To Kingsville-Essex Highland Games
While modern day Highland Games have changed significantly over the years, there are still 3 pillar competitions that are consistent throughout the world; Highland Dancing; Scottish Athletic Heavy Events; and Piping, Drumming & Pipe Bands. Since its return in 2019, the Kingsville-Essex Highland Games has always proudly presented all 3 […]
Pet of the Week: Meet Mama Cass
Mama Cass 5-year-old Female Dogue de Bordeaux I’m a gentle soul, a little shy at first, but once I get to know you, my sweet and mellow nature shines through. I love cuddles, they make me feel safe and loved. I’m SUPER strong on a leash, which means you should be […]
Leamington Council Considers – April 9, 2024
At the Leamington Council meeting of Tuesday, April 9, 2024, Council will: Hold a public meeting under the Planning Act to consider: An application to create zone provisions for Additional Dwelling Units on parcels of urban residential lands located in the Municipality of Leamington. An application to unify local parking […]
Kingsville Holds PIC for New Cottam Community Centre Designs April 15
The Town of Kingsville is pleased to announce that we now have two architectural design options for the new Cottam Community Centre which will replace the Ridgeview Field House and Cottam Library. These designs were developed after public consultation and discussions with Cottam user groups over the past several months. Have […]
Kingsville Congratulates Best of Windsor Essex Award Winners
The Town of Kingsville is happy to see several local businesses and attractions recognized as winners in TWEPI’s 9th Annual Best of Windsor Essex Awards. The awards aim to celebrate the best things to see and do in the region. There were several new categories this year, including Best Chicken Sandwich, Best […]
Live Art Demo and Bread Dipping – April 13
Visit Olive Branch on Main at 21 Main St. West in Kingsville for the Art & Olives event on April 13, from 10am – 4pm. This is the 2nd month of Art & Olive events and local artists on display at Olive Branch on Main. Stop by during the month […]
Large Number Of Visitors Expected For Solar Eclipse
The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Essex County Detachment is working with our community partners to recognize there will be a large influx of visitors to the area on Monday, April 8, 2024. There will be a highly visible Police presence to ensure the safety of those in attendance and assist […]
April 8 Kingsville Town Council Meeting Agenda Is Online
TOWN OF KINGSVILLE REGULAR MEETING OF COUNCIL AGENDA Monday, April 8, 2024 6:00 – 10:00 PM Unico Community Centre 37 Beech Street Kingsville, ON N9Y 1A9 The Agenda for the April 8, 2024 Council meeting is available on our website. View Livestream at the time of the proceedings at https://www.kingsville.ca/livestream […]
Ontario Releases 2023 Public Sector Salary Disclosure
On March 28, the Ontario government released the salaries of Ontario Public Service and broader public sector employees who were paid $100,000 or more in 2023. The largest year-over-year increases were in the hospitals, municipalities and services, and post-secondary sectors, which together represented approximately 80 per cent of the growth […]
Size Of Government On The Rise Across Canada
The combined size of the federal, provincial, and municipal governments increased in all but two provinces over the 2007 to 2022 period (relative to the sizes of their economies), finds a new study released today by the Fraser Institute, an independent, non-partisan Canadian public policy think-tank. “The size of government […]
49th Shelf: Never Been Better
Never Been Better A Novel by (author) Leanne Toshiko Simpson My Best Friend’s Wedding meets The Silver Linings Playbook in this offbeat, heartfelt comedy about a seaside wedding reunion where no one can stay afloat. Dee, Misa, and Matt were the “three musketeers” of the psych ward. Matt is a teddy bear musician with […]
Kingsville Library Adult Programs in April
ADULT PROGRAMS Join us at the Kingsville Library on the morning of Saturday, April 6 for our Adult Book Club. Then come back in the afternoon for an Adult Craft. We’re going to make vision boards! On Monday, April 8 take advantage of our Device Advice session. There’s so much to learn! […]
Local Hospitals Provide Update On Cyberattack And Affected Data
Individuals to start receiving notification letters the week of April 8 The review into affected data from the cyber attack at Bluewater Health, Chatham-Kent Health Alliance, Erie Shores HealthCare, Hôtel-Dieu Grace Healthcare and Windsor Regional Hospital, along with their shared services provider, TransForm Shared Service Organization, is now complete with […]
County Council Highlights for April 3, 2024
Warden Highlights Active Transportation, CR 46 Open House Warden Hilda MacDonald highlighted Essex County’s ever-expanding active transportation network Wednesday night ahead of her scheduled appearance this week on a Mayor’s Panel at the Ontario Bike Summit in Waterloo. “This year, the County of Essex is investing nearly $6 million into […]
Recreation Update for Week of April 8th
Here’s what’s happening in Kingsville the week of April 8th! Monday, April 8 Adult Skating – 9:00 am to 9:50 am – Kingsville Arena Shinny – 10:00 am to 10:50 am – Kingsville Arena Home School Skating – 12:00 pm to 12:50 pm – Kingsville Arena Home School Shinny – […]
Common Sense Health: Some Advice Never Ages
After 10 books, over 2,500 columns, and nearly 50 years of writing it, some things bear repeating. This week revisits a column from three decades ago about how to prepare for surgery. Has anything changed? From that old column, “What would God do if He were a surgeon? If it […]
RCMP ‘Name The Foal’ Contest Launches April 8
Since its first public appearance in 1876, the RCMP Musical Ride has played a prominent role in the policing organization. In 1939, the RCMP launched its breeding program when Depot Division in Regina, Saskatchewan, officially started breeding these famous black horses. The farm moved to Fort Walsh, Saskatchewan, in 1942, […]
Leamington Appoints Don Williamson As Fire Chief
The Municipality of Leamington is pleased to announce the appointment of Don Williamson as the Fire Chief of Leamington Fire Services. Chief Williamson, who has served as the interim Fire Chief since May 2023, will now lead the department into a future guided by the principles and strategies outlined in […]
Construction Update: Tom Wright Drain Culvert
The replacement of the Tom Wright Drain Culvert on County Road 50 in Essex has been delayed while the project team addresses poor soil conditions discovered during the excavation phase of the project. Preliminary soil investigations are always conducted for projects of this scope, but unanticipated issues can arise during […]
Legislative Changes To Conservation Authority Permits Now In Effect
On February 16, 2024, a new Minister’s regulation (Ontario Regulation 41/24: Prohibited Activities, Exemptions and Permits) under the Conservation Authorities Act was approved by the Province. This regulation will replace the existing individual “Development, Interference with Wetlands and Alterations to Shorelines and Watercourses” regulation and took effect on April 1, 2024. “While […]
Art on Display for April at Kingsville Library
“Reflective Moments” by photographer Margaret Fittler Spring was always a time of excitement and anticipation for my family, especially for my mother and grandmother who were both avid gardeners. Their mastery of gardening meant that spring preparation and planting held the promise of a summer filled with stunning colors, fragrant […]
Essex MPP Takes On New Role In Provincial Government
Anthony Leardi, MPP-Essex, has been assigned new duties in the government of Premier Doug Ford. Mr. Leardi assumes the role of Parliamentary Assistant to the Minister of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs. “We all know how important agriculture is to the Riding of Essex. And, of course, we all know […]
GECDSB Delivers Revised Kingsville School Name
The Greater Essex County District School Board (GECDSB) held its regularly scheduled meeting last evening on April 2nd at 6:00 pm. In addition to the standard agenda items, a special board meeting was convened first to address a singular matter: the naming of the forthcoming Kingsville K-12 school, slated to […]
Leamington Council Matters – March 26, 2024
At the Leamington Council meeting of Tuesday, March 26, 2024, Council: Approved amendments to the Essex Power Corp. Unanimous Shareholder Agreement. Reappointed Councillors Tiessen and Wilkinson to the Committee of Adjustment, with a term expiring on December 31, 2024; appointed Mayor MacDonald as the alternate member, with a term expiring […]
Planning Item for Review at April 8, 2024 Council Meeting
Kingsville Town Council will review the following application at its April 8, 2024 Council meeting: 1645 Road 2 East: The applicant wants to create six new residential lots. If consent is approved, the lot, which is currently zoned agriculture, will need to be re-zoned to recognize its reduced frontage. B-2024-9, B-2024-10, B-2024-11, […]
Toni Grandmaison (July 17, 1940 – March 25, 2024)
Toni Grandmaison Today we bid a fond farewell to the beloved wife of the late Lloyd Grandmaison (2022) and a loving mother to her daughter Linda (Tim). Toni as she was known will be missed by her granddaughters Ashleigh (Todd) and Meaghan. She will be lovingly remembered by her sister […]
Kingsville Community Food Bank Needs for April, 2024
We’re well on our way into spring even though it doesn’t much look like it yet. But the days are getting longer and that’s always a good thing. April showers are supposed to bring May flowers and all that. Is rain better than snow? Well, it’s warmer anyway. And then […]
Collin Costello (January 28, 1975 – March 23, 2024)
Collin Costello It is with great sadness we announce the passing of our dear son and brother, Collin James Costello on Saturday, March 23, 2024, at the age of 49 years. Beloved son of Dennis and Mary Martha Costello (nee Gagné). Much loved big brother of Matthew Costello and wife […]
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