As the busy winter travel season ramps up, Canadian travellers are being reminded that, in most cases, their health coverage does not follow them abroad. Only the Canadian territories and the province of Prince Edward Island are obeying the requirement of the Canada Health Act to provide portable universal health care for the more […]
The 2023 OPP Festive RIDE (Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere) campaign continues across West Region. Since the start of the 2023 Festive RIDE campaign in November, officers have conducted 1,673 RIDE check events across 13 West Region detachments, with the following results: 249 impaired driving charges. 43 warn-range suspensions. By comparison, […]
WITT, Kenneth Jack; Born March 5, 1953; passed peacefully December 19, 2023, at Maple Stone Enhanced Care in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Ken was the only son of the late Jack and Isabel Witt. Loved brother of Bonnie (late Fran) Monminie and Trudy (Alex) McHardy. Father of Melissa, Kevin, Julie, Greg, […]
The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit offices will be closed on: Friday, December 22 Monday, December 25 Tuesday, December 26 Friday, December 29 Monday, January 1, 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
As part of its strategy to improve community safety, the Municipality of Leamington will introduce Community Safety Zones in its waterfront district early in 2024. What are Community Safety Zones? Community Safety Zones are specific areas where increased safety measures are applied in locations where public safety is of special […]
Please be advised that we are closed for Christmas from Monday, December 25th to Wednesday, December 27th. We’ll close again on January 1st and 2nd. Remember, many of our services are available on our website at kingsville.ca. We wish you a safe and happy holiday with your family and friends. […]
Abraham Orthodontics was proud to present a donation of over $15,000.00 to the Erie Shores Health Foundation in support of the first MRI in Leamington at Erie Shores Health Care. The Abraham Orthodontics Holiday Social was a collaborative effort under the foundations’ Night of A Thousand Parties, where local businesses […]
Canada’s largest and busiest airport is ready for the upcoming holiday travel season and is sharing tips to help passengers make their way smoothly through Toronto Pearson. “The holidays are an exciting time, and Toronto Pearson is proud to play a big part in connecting people with loved ones around the […]
MORRICE, Richard “Dick” Passed away peacefully, Sunday, December 17, 2023, at Erie Shores Hospice at the age of 83 years. Loving husband of 56 years to Lois Morrice (nee Balko). Dear father of Sue (Vito) Saputo and Rob (Janet) Morrice. Grandpa Dick to Erica and Jack Saputo and Rhode and […]
SCOPE EXPANSION ALERT! In addition to all our previously listed vaccines we are now able to administer the RSV vaccination. This vaccine is not a public health vaccine and still requires a prescription from a prescriber (MD or NP) to obtain but now rather than having to take it to […]
Branch Holiday Hours Be sure to stock up on library materials for the holiday season. We’ve got movies, music, magazines and — of course! — books. And don’t forget, the digital library is always open! Our Christmas and New Year’s closures are listed on our website as well. *** Website: Essex […]
Kingsville is happy to announce that we are nearing the end of our Road 2 East Reconstruction project. The contractor has finished all the asphalt work scheduled for 2023, and we will begin mounting the street light fixtures to existing hydro poles and temporary road painting this week. The construction […]
The Essex Region Conservation Authority Board of Directors has approved for circulation and consultation the draft 2024 Budget to member municipalities. For this 2024 budget, municipalities are levied for services identified by the Province as ‘mandatory.’ Mandatory services are limited to programs and services related to risks of natural hazards, […]
Carabel Ringrose Passed away peacefully with her family by her side on December 16, 2023 at the age of 90. Loving wife of the late Hector Ringrose (November 2023) Cherished mother of Theresa Sorrell, Tracy (Jill), and Troy (Nancy). Proud grandma of Rebecca (Preston), William (Collyn), Kevin (Carlie), Kerri (Bryan), […]
Drop In at the Kingsville Branch! We’ve got winter fun in store at the Kingsville Library. Get in on our Cold Weather Scavenger Hunt and our Melted Snowman Craft any time from December 18 – 28. Not in Kingsville? No problem! All Essex County Library Branches have plans for plenty of holiday […]
Paraskevin, Evelyn, 93 years, passed away peacefully with her family by her side, on Thursday, December 14, 2023, at Erie Shores Healthcare. Beloved wife to the late William Paraskevin (1973). Dear mother to the late Cheryl Breault, Janice Campbell and Randy Paraskevin and his wife Sandi. Special Mim and Grandma […]
County of Essex road crews are ready to roll as winter weather strikes and are reminding motorists to adjust their driving habits in snowy conditions and be patient and alert when encountering snow removal equipment. Winter travel calls for extra care even under normal weather conditions, but snow and ice […]
Thomas Sabitz September 6, 1957 to December 14, 2023 66 years passed away suddenly at Southgate Retirement home. Tom enjoyed his retirement years on Pelee Island before moving into Southgate. Pelee Island was a special place for many years for both Tom and Marianne. Predeceased by his beloved wife, Marianne […]
HALLIDAY, Marilyn Diane (nee Wellwood); Diane passed away peacefully, surrounded by family at Erie Shores Hospice on Tuesday, December 5, 2023, at the age of 80 years. Reunited with her beloved husband, John Halliday (2005). Dearest mother of Michelle and husband Mike Kuhlmann, Todd and wife Susan Halliday, Heather and […]
There will be a meeting of Essex County Council on Wednesday, December 20, 2023, which is scheduled to commence at 6:00 PM. As permitted pursuant to By-law 2022-31, being a by-law to provide rules governing the order and proceedings of the Council of the Corporation of the County of Essex, […]
The proposed 2024 Budget for the County of Essex is now available for review on the county’s website and in person at the Essex County Civic Centre. Alternative formats are also available upon request. Essex County Council will undertake deliberations and consider adoption of the proposed 2024 Budget on Wednesday, January 10, […]
Heart disease is called the “silent killer”. Why? Because the first symptom can be a fatal attack. Most people lead their lives unaware of the ticking time bomb within, neglecting lifestyle changes that could radically reduce the risk. The fact is, preventing heart disease needs to be a lifelong practice, […]
Sally LePla has a whimsical, impressionistic artistic style that is instantly recognizable. She splits her time between Michigan and Ontario and teaches on-line and in person wherever she is. She shares her skills in free online, step-by-step beginning watercolour art classes with students from Canada, the States and Europe three […]
The Municipality of Leamington is excited to announce the opening of a brand-new functional training area at the Nature Fresh Farms Recreation Centre, catering to the evolving fitness needs of our valued members. Recognizing the growing demand for a dedicated area that offers versatile training opportunities, the Municipality is proud […]
Our Kingsville Fire and Rescue Team held a fire truck “Push-In” ceremony on Wednesday, December 13, 2023, to recognize the arrival of the brand-new rescue, a 2023 Metalfab Side Mount Rescue. This tradition dates back to the 18th century when firefighters had to push horse-drawn steam engines into the station […]
See what’s happening the week of December 18, 2023! Monday, December 18 Drop-In Indoor Pickleball – 7:30 am – 1:00 pm – Kingsville Arena Adult Skating – 9:00 am to 9:50 am – Kingsville Arena Shinny Skating – 10:00 am to 10:50 am – Kingsville Arena Home School Skating – 12:00 […]
Rural Ontarians benefitting from increased access to broadband services The governments of Canada and Ontario are investing over $5.3 million to bring reliable high-speed internet to 3,587 families, farms, and businesses in Essex County. “In an increasingly digital age, investments toward reliable high-speed internet such as the one made into […]
The number of Canadians donating to charity—as a percentage of all tax filers—is at the lowest point in 20 years, finds a new study published by the Fraser Institute, an independent, non-partisan Canadian public policy think-tank. “The holiday season is a time to reflect on charitable giving, and the data […]
Essex-Windsor EMS collaborated with Wounded Warriors Canada to host Peer Support training for local responders this week. The three-day training session at the Essex County Civic Centre was attended by 21 Essex-Windsor EMS, Lakeshore Fire Department, Essex Fire and Rescue Services, and LaSalle Fire Service staff members who provide peer […]
Storytime in Cottam & Ruthven at 5:30 p.m. Ages: 0-6 with a caregiver We’re going to be sharing some stories at our Cottam and Ruthven Branches next week. Come out and join us! Bring your favourite stuffy along with you, and and come dressed in your comfiest pajamas. Settle in […]
At its December 14 meeting, Leamington Council passed the 2024 Operating and Capital Budget for the Municipality of Leamington, recognizing the unique challenges of ongoing inflationary pressures and the need to support the municipality’s rapid growth. The approved budget will result in a 3.8% increase in the municipal tax rate. […]
On November 5, 2023, at approximately 5:03 a.m., Kingsville Detachment Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of a break and enter to a business on Division Street North, Town of Kingsville. On December 12, 2023, Essex County OPP Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) with the assistance of […]
The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Essex County, is investigating after human remains were located in the community of Colchester, Town of Essex. On December 12, 2023, at approximately 1:30 p.m., officers attended the location, for the report of human remains found by an excavation crew working in the area. The […]
Province investing record amount in key programs to prepare young people for in-demand jobs The Ontario government is investing over $62.9 million in two of the province’s foundational skilled trades programs to help more than 18,000 young people explore and prepare for life-long careers in a growing industry. The record […]
In a Canadian first, Children’s Hospital is improving the lives of paediatric epilepsy patients with new groundbreaking treatments Epilepsy is the most common neurological condition in paediatrics affecting approximately one in one-hundred Canadian children. For 11-year-old Makayla Douglass, epileptic seizures have been a part of her life since being diagnosed […]
Cottam STEAM Club Wednesday, December 20 at 6:30 p.m. Ages 7-12 How many books can your newspaper tower hold? How far can your catapult launch a pom-pom? Come to STEAM Club to find out! STEAM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics. Join us on the third Wednesday of […]
The Essex Region Conservation Authority is offering grants of up to 90% for projects that help protect our environment. Interested landowners should contact ERCA soon to plan for spring projects. As well, landowners interested in planting trees or creating prairie habitat on their property this spring should also be in […]
The Town of Kingsville was the recipient of a holiday gift from Entegrus, the company providing Management Services for E.L.K., receiving $10,000 to support the arts, BIA, and seniors’ initiatives. Entegrus has a long tradition of giving back to the communities it serves and appreciates being welcomed by the Kingsville […]
The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Essex County, is investigating after human remains were located in the community of Colchester, Town of Essex. On December 12, 2023, at approximately 1:30 p.m., officers attended the location, for the report of human remains found by an excavation crew working in the area. The […]
Chief Justin Lammers has recognized seven Essex-Windsor EMS paramedics and two Windsor Regional Hospital nurses for helping save lives while they were off duty or not in service to respond to calls. Lammers presented them with certificates of commendation and Essex-Windsor EMS meritorious service coins Monday at a ceremony the […]
Here’s some fun that’s just for the grownups. It’s all going to be happening at the Kingsville branch of the Essex County Library. Come on out and join in the good times! What’s more tasty than a cookie exchange? Bake your goodies and bring them to the Kingsville Library on […]
The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit (WECHU) has partnered with Essex Fire and Rescue Services as part of the Ontario Naloxone Program (ONP). This new partnership will expand access and the use of naloxone during emergency overdose responses involving opioids. Through this program, the WECHU provides naloxone nasal spray to eligible […]
The Essex Region Conservation Authority (ERCA) will hold its regularly scheduled Board of Directors’ meeting at the Essex County Civic and Education Centre on Thursday, December 14 at 6:00 p.m. Agenda items include: 2024 Draft Budget2024 Draft Budget and Municipal Cost Apportionment John R. Park Homestead Museum Operating Policies Development […]
At its December 11, 2023 meeting, Council: Approved the Strategic Plan: “A 2040 Vision for Council” Approved the Zoning By-law Amendment application for 165 County Road 34 West Directed Administration to renew the Town’s insurance program for one year Directed Administration to: Prepare a By-law establishing a compliance and inspection […]
One-third of people in Canada have no dental insurance. In 2022, one out of every four Canadians reported that they have avoided visiting an oral health professional because of the expense, according to Health Canada. Poor oral health can lead to serious diseases and health complications, as well as higher […]
What’s the most depressing part of a newspaper? It’s the obituary section where you see many people dying too early in life. What causes these untimely deaths? A Gifford-Jones Law states that one bad health problem inevitably leads to another and another, causing people to die early. One of the […]
Hanukkah is the Jewish Festival of Lights. This joyous holiday celebrates a miracle from more than 2,000 years ago and is celebrated around the world. The Jewish calendar follows the lunar cycle, so Hanukkah begins on a different date in late November to mid-December each year. This year it began at […]
Have Your Say in naming two of our snow plows! We received over 40 submissions on our Have Your Say, Kingsville Snow Plow contest page, and now it’s time for you to choose your favourite. We’ve narrowed down the options to the Top 7. The winning entries will be written on […]
Please be advised that the elevator at the Essex County Civic Centre will be out of service for security upgrades two days this week. The elevator will be out of service on: Wednesday, December 13 from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Thursday, December 14th from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Essex […]
One person is in custody facing criminal charges in connection with an attempted murder investigation in Leamington. On December 8, 2023, at approximately 10:15 p.m., members of the Leamington detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a weapons call to an address on Erie Street South, Municipality of Leamington. […]
Essex County Library, the County of Essex, and Essex-Windsor EMS are joining together in a food drive this holiday season, giving back to the community as the need is greater than ever this year. Items collected will be donated on Wednesday, December 20 to the Essex Area Food Bank which […]
Figgy Pudding 1- year-old male domestic shorthair Figgy Pudding is one handsome guy! He can be a tiny bit shy at first but he’s learning. He’s quickly realizing that humans want to give out treats and pets! He loves both of those, so he’s sure to come around to you quickly. […]
Larry Howe Passed peacefully at Windsor Regional Hospital – Met Campus on December 5, 2023, at the age of 85 years. Predeceased by his wife, June Howe. Loving father of Philip Howe and wife Hayley. Proud Papa of David Howe, Shelley Howe and Michael Howe; great grandpa of Jack. Brother […]
Volunteers with Essex-Windsor EMS using out-of-service ambulances have distributed thousands of pounds of donated beans, rice and lentils to food banks across Windsor and Essex County this week. About 6,000 kilograms – more than 13,000 pounds – of foodstuffs were donated by GlobalMedic, a Toronto-area charity established in 1998 that aims […]
ART AT THE KINGSVILLE LIBRARY FOR DECEMBER December Art Display by KPS Students Our traditional December display is brought to us from Kingsville Public School. Students in Gr.1 & Gr. 2 French Immersion have filled our branch with a joyous display! Rotating Teen Art Display Art students from Kingsville District […]
Kingsville’s Committee of Adjustment and Appeals will review the following applications at its December 19, 2023, meeting: 1117 Road 2 East & 1135 Road 2 East: An application for a lot addition. The applicant proposes changing the existing lot boundaries by adding a portion from 1135 Road 2 East to […]
The following are part of Phase 1 of the County Road 42 construction project: County Road 42 is now open between County Road 43 (Banwell Road) and County Road 19 (Manning Road). Concession 11 at County Road 42 is also open. Restoration and boulevard work continue in the surrounding area. Please use caution […]
TOWN OF KINGSVILLE REGULAR MEETING OF COUNCIL AGENDA Monday, December 11, 2023 6:00 – 10:00 PM Council Chambers 2021 Division Road N Kingsville, Ontario N9Y 2Y9 The Agenda for the December 11, 2023 Council meeting is available on our website. View Livestream at the time of the proceedings at https://www.kingsville.ca/livestream […]
Three Holidays and a Wedding by (authors) Uzma Jalaluddin & Marissa Stapley *INSTANT NATIONAL BESTSELLER* From two bestselling Canadian authors comes a multi-faith holiday rom-com about the delightful havoc that occurs when Christmas, Ramadan, and Hanukkah all fall at the same time, and two strangers-turned-friends are snowbound in the small, charming town […]
The Winner of the 2023 Conservation Farm Award was announced at the Essex Soil & Crop Improvement Association (ESCIA) Annual Meeting on Thursday, December 7, 2023. The award is presented each year to the farming operation which best display’s conservation minded farming practices from those nominated. The farms are graded […]
Please be advised that McCain Sideroad will be closed from 8:00 am to 8:00 pm on December 11, 2023, between Road 6 West and County Road 27. This closure is necessary to replace an under-road culvert. While residents and property owners will still have access to their homes from County […]
Local infrastructure funding will help create jobs and build homes Anthony Leardi, MPP for the Riding of Essex, is announcing a $1,377,196 investment by the Ontario Government to help renew and rehabilitate critical infrastructure in the Town of Kingsville. The funding is being delivered through the Ontario Community Infrastructure Fund […]
Kingsville Town Council approved the 2024 Budget at its December 6, 2023, budget deliberations. The tax increase for the average home is $158.17. Based on MPACs assessment values, the average home in Kingsville is assessed at $250,000. The annual budget supports various services, such as roads, police, fire, parks and […]
Deputy Warden Applauds Staff and Residents for Volunteering and Giving Deputy Warden Joe Bachetti in his opening remarks to council applauded Essex County residents for their generosity and staff for their fundraising efforts during the festive season. He thanked Essex-Windsor EMS volunteers for raising over $16,000 for the Windsor Goodfellows […]
Members of the Leamington detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged a 15-year-old with Uttering Threats – Cause death or Bodily Harm in connection with an incident at a high school in Leamington. On December 5, 2023, police received a report of threats made by a student from […]
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 December 12th from 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm. Share your talent on stage or watch others perform. This event happens […]
December 6th is the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women, also known as White Ribbon Day. On this day we remember the 14 female engineering students murdered and the other women injured at l’École Polytechnique de Montréal on December 6, 1989 by an act of gender-based […]
Debra Kwasnycia Debra passed away peacefully at home on Monday, December 4, 2023 at the age of 67 years. Survived by her brother, Mark Kwasnycia; and by her sister-in-law, Brenda O’Grady. Debra will be remembered by her niece, cousins and extended family. In following Debra’s wishes, cremation has taken place. […]
On November 30, 2023 a new suicide prevention service became available across Canada. People anywhere in the country can now call and text 9-8-8 if they are thinking of suicide, if they are in need of crisis support, or if they are worried about someone they know. The new service […]
Point Pelee National Park reopened on December 2, 2023, resuming its daily winter hours of 7 a.m. to dusk. Parks Canada and Caldwell First Nation have completed the first week of operations for the deer reduction activity in the park as part of the Hyperabundant Deer Management Program. This program […]
In a ranking of employment incomes in the largest 107 metropolitan areas around the Great Lakes region for 2019, London (93rd) and Windsor (99th) are right near the bottom, finds a new study published by the Fraser Institute, an independent, non-partisan Canadian public policy think-tank. “Southwestern Ontario’s once prosperous cities […]
Calling all music lovers in Windsor Essex County! Join the Essex Community Concert Band at their 6th annual holiday concert, Ring in the Holidays VI on December 10th 2023 at 2:00pm. The performance will be held at Holy Name of Jesus Parish in Essex, ON (146 Talbot Street S). Admission […]
What’s the gift we’d like to have in stock for our readers this holiday season? It would be a healthy dose of common sense, and a reminder that not every health problem needs a medical solution. Unfortunately, few people open their minds when confronted with a swollen joint, an injury […]
The Pelee Island Ferry Service 2023 sailing season will end on Monday, Dec. 11 at 7 a.m. Pelee Island 23/24 Winter Air Service commences on December 11 at 4 p.m. with a flight departing from Windsor. Air Service is operated by Cameron Air Services. All flights leaving Windsor will be from […]
Funding is available and proposals are being sought for initiatives aimed at preventing youth gun and gang violence, as well as informing the community about it. A request for proposals (RFP: 151-23) is open until Dec. 12 through the Building Safer Communities Fund and in alignment with the Windsor Essex Regional Community […]
Kingsville Town Council will review the following application at its December 11, 2023, meeting: 165 County Road 34 West: An application for the removal of a holding symbol. The applicant plans to demolish the current structures on the property and build a new single-detached dwelling. However, the property is currently […]
Rambo 12-year-old Male Golden Retriever Hello there, I’m Rambo, your future best friend. Age has made me gentle and mellow, but don’t be fooled, I still have a zest for life. I’m a sucker for treats and a good cuddle session. I’m loyal to a fault, always by your side, […]
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas … Well, there’s no snow yet but it’ll come. December is a month crammed full of special occasions of all kinds. You might be observing (and spending money on) Christmas, Kwanzaa, or Hanukkah, or other celebrations … maybe some of you will […]
There will be a meeting of Essex County Council on Wednesday, December 6, 2023, which is scheduled to commence at 6:00 PM. As permitted pursuant to By-law 2022-31, being a by-law to provide rules governing the order and proceedings of the Council of the Corporation of the County of Essex, […]
See what’s happening the week of December 4th Monday, December 4th Drop-In Indoor Pickleball – 7:30 am – 1:00 pm – Kingsville Arena Adult Skating – 9:00 am – 9:50 am – Kingsville Area Shinny Skating – 10:00 am – 10:50 am – Kingsville Area Home School Skating – 12:00 pm […]
At its November 27, 2023 meeting, Council: Adopted the reports provided by Dillon Consulting for the Highway 3 Widening project for improvements to the drains and crossing within the MTO right of way Awarded the Road 11 Bridge over Patterson Drain Tender to Rudak Excavating Inc. in the amount of […]
The following are part of Phase 1 of the County Road 42 construction project: Construction is ongoing on County Road 42 between Banwell Road and Manning Road, and in the surrounding area. Please use caution and obey all flag persons and construction signs. Concession 11 remains closed south of County Road 42. More information […]
The following statement was issued by Dr. Kenneth Blanchette, Chief Executive Officer for the Windsor-Essex County Health Unit (WECHU): “The approved 2024 budget for the Windsor-Essex County Health Unit includes reductions in staffing and programming across multiple areas. Our health unit, like others in the province, is facing a fixed […]
TOWN OF KINGSVILLE SPECIAL MEETING OF COUNCIL AGENDA Wednesday, December 06, 2023 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Council Chambers 2021 Division Road N Kingsville, Ontario N9Y 2Y9 The Agenda for the Council meeting is available on the Town website. For information pertaining to this agenda or to arrange for any additional […]
The Bittlemores by (author) Jann Arden A heartfelt, comic, and deeply satisfying debut novel from the #1 bestselling author, singer-songwriter, member of Canada’s Music Hall of Fame and star of her own hit TV sitcom. A little bit All Creatures Great and Small, a little bit Fargo and all Jann Arden! On mean Harp […]
On the heels of a successful launch of the Burger Battle 2023, the Rotary Club of Windsor-Roseland announces the official kick off of Burger Battle 2024! Twelve locally owned restaurants are competing for the title of “Best Burger Windsor-Essex” with 6 new restaurants joining the competition. The 2023 Burger Battle […]
The Mobile Medical Support Clinic (MMS) is coming soon to Migration Hall at 170 Main Street East in Kingsville. Mobile Medical Support (MMS) will be available on December 2 from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. and December 3 from 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. providing a variety of health and […]
We have COVID Vaccines available by appointment only. Call 519-712-8800 to book. SpikeVax XBB (Moderna) -Age 12+ Eligibility Anyone 12 years of age who is unvaccinated or had a dose more than 6 months ago Appointments available Tue Dec 13th — 4:00-6:00 Sat Dec 9th — 9:15-12:45 Tue Dec 12th […]
The Province’s Highway 3 widening project requires us to relocate a sizable watermain. To complete the final tie-ins, we must shut down the watermain on Division Road North next Monday, December 4th and Tuesday, December 5th. As a result, residents in the following areas may experience a loss of water […]
At the Leamington Council meeting of Tuesday, November 28, 2023, Council: Adopted a Drainage Report regarding the creation of the Atkinson Lockery Drain, East Branch; authorized the project to be tendered; scheduled a Court of Revision to be held on January 9, 2024, appointed Commissioners to let and superintend the […]
The Ontario government has announced the Disaster Recovery Assistance for Ontarians Program is now open in certain areas of Kingsville. This program may help residents, small businesses, and farms who suffered property damage due to the storms and flooding on August 23, 2023. Eligible costs include emergency expenses, cleanup expenses […]
The 2918 Royal Canadian Army Cadet Corps would like to thank the community of Kingsville for making their Fall 2023 tag days fundraiser a success. The Army Cadets are grateful for the continued support of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 188 (Kingsville), along with the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 338 […]
Helena Quiring Helena Quiring passed away peacefully on Monday, November 27, 2023 at New Beginnings Rest Home in Leamington ON at the age of 74 years. She was born November 10, 1949 in Mexico to her parents, the late Peter and Elizabeth Quiring (nee Freisen). Sister of Cornelius and Anna […]
We have been working on repairing a water main break at the corner of Road 2 E and Kratz Side Road since last night and hope to have it resolved before end of day. Residents and businesses in the area may notice service issues, such as water loss or reduced […]
Sandra Lee Simpson (born April 5, 1972) Passed away suddenly after a brief illness at London Health Sciences Centre on Sat. Nov 25, 2023. Sandra attended St. John De Brebeuf Elementary School and Kingsville District High School. She excelled in her classes and participated in Gymnastics, Figure skating and Hockey. […]
The staff of the Kingsville Library were overwhelmed with gratitude on Friday, November 17 when the Kingsville Lions Club presented them with a generous donation of $1,000. Essex County Library’s Manager of Community Services Manuela Denes and Resource Assistant Elaine Buschman had big smiles upon receiving this donation. The Lions […]
November is Radon Action Month. But while the month is almost over, it’s not too late to test your home this winter. The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit (WECHU) is encouraging people to test their homes for radon gas during the cold months this year. And the Essex County Library is […]
Coach bus tour to Oil Museum of Canada in Oil Springs, Ontario, lunch and main floor tickets to ‘All About Abba’ at Petrolia’s Victoria Playhouse.
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