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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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! […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 – […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
“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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 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 […]
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 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 […]
Beginning April 2 and while supplies last, Essex County Library branches will have free eclipse viewing glasses available. Be sure to come in early, they’ll be given out on a first come first served basis. Sorry, no holds on these! There will be limited amounts of 2 pairs per family. […]
Originally, the plan was for Scout youth and leaders to be out on April 2, canvassing Kingsville. But due to the wet weather the food drive is canceled for tonight and rescheduled for next Tuesday, on April 9. Donations may also be dropped off at the Kingsville Lions Hall on […]
Luke Penner Passed away unexpectedly, but peacefully, on March 21, 2024 at the age of 39. Beloved son of Garry and Cathie Penner. Cherished brother of Elaine Hansor, Ruthy Penner (Louis-Philippe Lavoie), and Dan Penner. Loving grandson of Aggie and the late Harry Thiessen, and the late George and Edith […]
On April 8, 2024, a total solar eclipse will cross North America, passing over Mexico, the United States, and Canada. A total solar eclipse happens when the moon passes between the sun and earth, completely blocking the face of the sun. The sky will darken as if it were dawn […]
The Ford government’s 2024 Ontario budget fails to commit to the province’s public health-care system in a meaningful way and lacks any details on how the health-care funds announced will be used, says the Ontario Nurses’ Association (ONA). “ONA was crystal clear in our pre-budget submission about what is needed […]
Leamington Council has approved upgrades to the Kinsmen Baseball Diamonds and the creation of a new County Wide Active Transportation System (CWATS) multi-use pathway along Seacliff Drive East, aiming to enhance recreational and active transportation facilities for the community. Key Project Features: Upgrades at Kinsmen Baseball Diamonds: New asphalt pedestrian […]
April 10 marks the 158th Birthday of Jack Miner, an influential pioneer of North American conservation! 76 years ago, The Canadian Government declared the week of Jack Miner’s birth, April 10th, 1865, to be National Wildlife Week. From April 7th to 14th, The Jack Miner Migratory Bird Foundation will be […]
There will be a meeting of Essex County Council on Wednesday, April 3, 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, […]
The Sulphur Springs Cure by (author) Jeffrey Round Just before World War II, Violet and her parents visit the legendary Sulphur Springs Hotel. Famed for its curative waters, the spa attracts a diverse crowd. Some desperate for a cure, others for more intangible things. During her time at the hotel, curious […]
There’s a universal fact for women. If they live long enough, their capacity to bring forth children will end, and they will become menopausal. Menopause can be when the thermostat becomes their most prized possession. But not all women have hot flashes. Some go through this period wondering why they […]
Encouraging youth to learn about healthy habits can have long-lasting, positive effects on their overall health as they grow up. Even more beneficial is when young people are empowered to define their own health goals, bring forward their own solutions, and inspire their peers to live in a healthy way. […]
Join the Town of Kingsville and Kingsville Music Society at the Grovedale Arts and Culture Centre for Open Mic Night – a fun evening of entertainment, creativity and good vibes on April 2nd from 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm. Share your talent on stage or watch others perform. Are you a […]
Family Trivia Nights at the Library 5:30 p.m. All ages Why not gather a team of 2-4 people and join us at the Cottam and Ruthven Branches to test your trivia knowledge. Come out to Cottam for a good time on April 3 at 5:30 p .m. Then it’s April […]
The Town of Kingsville Easter Egg Hunt will be held on Saturday, March 30, 2024. We want to share our gratitude to the sponsors of our Kingsville Easter Egg Hunt! Gold Sponsor – Local Home Team Realty Children Easter Egg Hunt The Town of Kingsville’s Easter Egg Hunt will take place […]
* A previous version of this article said the Easter Egg Hunt is on Sunday. That was an error. It is on Saturday, March 30, 2024. See the corrected schedule below. Here’s what’s happening in Kingsville the week of March 25th. Monday, March 25 Drop-In Indoor Pickleball – 7:30 am […]
On Saturday March 23, between the hours of 12 and 5 p.m. the people of Kingsville donated 2,000 pantry items to the Kingsville Community Food Bank’s shelves. The Rotary Club of Kingsville Southshore, Zehrs, and the Food Bank’s own volunteers worked together to make this event happen. And of course […]
Local Windsor student wins 6th annual WFCU Credit Union Scripps Regional Spelling Bee Following an intensive and exciting Sunday afternoon competition of 26 elementary school students from across Windsor-Essex, Sarnia-Lambton, and Chatham-Kent Counties, Isaac Brogan, a grade six student at Maranatha Christian Academy in Windsor, has been named the 2024 […]
Tom Mailloux It is with broken hearts that we announce the passing of Thomas Ashley Mailloux on Sunday, March 24, 2024. He left this world peacefully with courage and dignity knowing that he was loved by so many! Loving husband and best friend of Marita Mailloux (nee Schupp) for 28 […]
It’s that time of year again … the Essex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) will be packing groceries for their annual Essex County Cop Camp fundraiser. This is the biggest fundraiser for Cop Camp, an annual event where approximately 80 grade 6 aged children attend Gesstwood Camp in Essex for […]
On Tuesday, April 2 the following branches will be changing their days and times of operation: Comber Branch 6405 Main Street, Comber Phone: (226) 946-1529 ext 222 Cottam Branch 122 Fox Street, Cottam Phone: (226) 946-1529 ext. 212 Harrow Branch 140 King Street West, Harrow Phone: (226) 946-1529 ext. 260 McGregor Branch […]
The Town of Kingsville is excited to announce its annual Easter Egg Hunt is on Saturday, March 30, 2024, at Lakeside Park and Linden Beach Dog Park. Our Children’s Easter Egg Hunt is a free event that offers fun activities for the entire family, including Easter craft stations, pictures with […]
The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit will be closed to the public on Good Friday, March 29 and Easter Monday, April 1 on the Easter weekend. 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
The Leamington Municipal Building will be closed on Friday, March 29, 2024, and Monday, April 1, 2024, in observance of the Good Friday and Easter Monday holidays. Residents can continue to report non-urgent municipal issues online at leamington.ca/reportanissue. Please note the following municipal service level adjustments because of the holiday: Nature […]
Shared on behalf of the Union Water Supply System The Union Water Supply System (UWSS) held its second public consultation centre (PCC) on Thursday, March 7, 2024, at the Kingsville Arena regarding the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment Study (EAS) to provide capacity to the Union Water Supply System. Several residents […]
The Temporary Foreign Worker (TFW) Program is designed to respond to changes in the labour market. It helps Canadian employers fill labour and skills shortages on a temporary basis when Canadians and permanent residents are not available. In 2022, the TFW Program experienced a surge in demand due to the […]
Tangerine 11-month-old Female Domestic Short Hair Tangerine is a gorgeous orange girl, who just can’t wait to make new friends. She is friendly, and loves to be pet. She HAS told us that she needs to the only fur friend in your home. Who wants to share the spotlight?? Not […]
This week, Caldwell First Nation entered into a Memorandum of Understanding with Parks Canada for ongoing exploration of shared governance and collaborative management for a proposed national urban park in Windsor. The event took place on the Northwest Beach of Point Pelee National Park. “Signing this agreement at Point Pelee National […]
See a pothole or other problem on an Essex County road? You can help by reporting it. Residents and other road users can quickly and easily report problems related to roadways, ditches, trails and traffic signals on the county road networks by: Calling 519-326-8691 or Completing the online Report A […]
This Easter weekend, the normal Friday garbage day in Kingsville is changed to Thursday. The change is just for this week, due to Good Friday on the holiday weekend. Next week, the regular schedule will resume. Thank you Debby Jarvis-Chausse for the heads-up! Image from Town of Kingsville Calendar
The Municipality of Leamington, in partnership with the Leamington 150 Anniversary Committee and The Bank Theatre, is excited to announce the kick-off of Leamington’s 150th anniversary celebration as part of the Music Onthe42 Summer Concert Series. This historic event, headlined by country music legend Terri Clark, will take place on […]
Have you ever been gifted an orchid? I have received two over the years. They were beautiful when in bloom but I did not know how to care for them or have the patience to wait until they bloomed again. Since hearing Juliette and Albert St. Pierre’s talk at our […]
Kids Craft Nights at the Library! Cottam March 27 Ruthven March 28 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 month’s theme: Rainbow Register […]
At the Leamington Council meeting of Tuesday, March 26, 2024, Council will: Consider member appointments for the Committee of Adjustment. Consider member appointments for the Essex County OPP Detachment Board. Consider granting an easement to Hydro One Networks Inc., authorizing Administration to execute the relevant documents, and consider allocating proceeds […]
TOWN OF KINGSVILLE REGULAR MEETING OF COUNCIL AGENDA Monday, March 25, 2024 6:00 – 10:00 PM Unico Community Centre 37 Beech Street Kingsville, ON N9Y 1A9 The Agenda for the March 25, 2024 Council meeting is available on our website. View Livestream at the time of the proceedings at https://www.kingsville.ca/livestream […]
Wild Houses A Novel by (author) Colin Barrett One of the Globe and Mail‘s most anticipated books of 2024 From the award-winning writer of Homesickness and Young Skins, a darkly funny and deeply moving debut novel about crimes of desperation, dreams abandoned, and small-town secrets that won’t stay buried. As Ballina in the west of […]
Higher levels of per-student spending do not achieve higher student scores on standardized tests, either internationally or among the provinces, finds a new report published today by the Fraser Institute, an independent, non-partisan Canadian public policy think-tank. “Just spending more on K-12 education does not lead to better student outcomes,” […]
Ready to get started on your garden? It’s time to start sowing your seeds indoors. Join the Kingsville Horticultural Society for our annual Seedy Saturday at the Unico Hall on March 23. You will find a large variety of seeds to browse through. Members of the Horticultural Society will be […]
On April 8, 2024, there will be a solar eclipse where the Moon will move between the Sun and the Earth. Several locations throughout Windsor and Essex County fall into the path of totality, where the Sun will be completely covered by the Moon for a short period of time. […]
On Tuesday, March 19, 2024, at approximately 10:30 a.m., members from the Leamington Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), were called to Deer Run Road between Mersea Roads 19 and 21 in the Municipality of Leamington. A passerby contacted police after they observed a metal object in the middle of […]
Tuesday night’s meeting of the Greater Essex County District School Board (GECDSB) was a disappointment for the Kingsville community. After a month of petitions, organized protests, letter writing, and ongoing debate on social media, Kingsville residents expected much more than what was served up by the tag team of Board […]
Brittney Morin It is with broken hearts that we announce the passing of our beautiful Brittney on Sunday, March 17, 2024, at the young age of 30. Loving fiance of Cory Matchett. Much loved daughter to her mom, Sherry and stepdad Clarence Terpstra; and her father, Paul Morin. Special “bonus […]
VANEGAS-VANEGAS, Rosa Argentina; Passed away peacefully Sunday, March 17, 2024, at WRH-Ouellette Campus at the age of 78 years. Wife of Juan Gutierrez. Loving mother of Rosa Mora and Marlon (Mia) Gutierrez. Dear abuela of Josh (Melissa) Mora, Christian Mora, Liza Ortiz, Yenner Ortiz, Ashley Davila and Danna Davila; great-grandmother […]
Kingsville has passed By-law 03-2024 to license Boarding, Lodging, and Rooming Houses (BLRH) in the Town. This licensing program will ensure existing and future BLRHs comply with Kingsville’s Zoning By-law and will help protect occupants from potential health and safety risks. What is a BLRH? A BLRH is a dwelling unit where […]
Mary Jane Sinn With heavy hearts we announce the passing of our wife, mother, oma, sister, aunt, and friend, Mary Jane Sinn on Sunday, March 17, 2024 at the age of 73. Beloved wife of George Sinn. Loving mother of Annette Wood and Natalie Sinn. Proud and loving Oma of […]
The intersection of County Road 9 and County Road 10 remains closed for bridge rehabilitation work. Please follow the posted detour. Ice on the Canard River at this location is not safe for snowmobile or foot traffic. Please avoid the area. (Map ID#1) County Road 50 is closed between County Road 13 (Erie Road) and […]
On March 20, 2024, at approximately 6:00 a.m., the Lakeshore detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a collision near Old Tecumseh Road, Community of Puce, Municipality of Lakeshore. Members of Lakeshore OPP, Lakeshore Fire Rescue and Essex Windsor Emergency Medical Services (EMS) attended the Via […]
Canada Post has issued a new commemorative stamp to mark a much-anticipated astronomical phenomenon. On Monday, April 8, the shadow of the moon will turn daylight to darkness for millions of Canadians, as a total eclipse of the sun unfolds over parts of Mexico, the United States and Canada. It will be the only […]
On Monday, April 8, 2024, there is a total solar eclipse, and Kingsville is on the path of totality, offering a once-in-a-lifetime experience for residents and visitors. The “path of totality” refers to the narrow track on the Earth’s surface where the Moon completely covers the Sun, resulting in sudden […]
As school resumes after the March Break and rates of measles continue to grow across the province, the Windsor-Essex County Health Unit (WECHU) is cautioning residents of this region to be aware of the symptoms of measles and to take measures if you suspect you may be infected. The measles virus is highly […]
At the Leamington Council meeting of Tuesday, March 19, 2024, Council: Adopted a report provided by Rood Engineering Inc. for a new access bridge over the 11th Concession Road Drain for parcel 850-01400, authorized the project to be tendered, and approved a Court of Revision to be held for the […]
A local research team has been leading a made-in-Windsor program to help connect cancer patients with clinical trials nationally. Only seven per cent of Canadians with cancer end up enrolling in a clinical trial, and the rate is lower in small cancer centres that run fewer trials than larger hospitals. […]
It was 200 years ago that Jean Anthelme Brillat-Savarin, a French lawyer and culinary writer, first wrote “Tell me what you eat and I will tell you what you are.” It’s a simple and enduring message. But people are not being watchful of what they eat, and it is having […]
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