The Essex County Library has reached a tentative three-year agreement with staff represented by CUPE Local 2318. The agreement would go into effect April 1, 2023, when the current collective agreement expires. Details of the agreement are not being released until it has been ratified by members of the local […]
Other News
Coming Soon: Little Tomato Children’s Theatre Presents ‘Frozen Jr.’
Do you want to build a snowman? Well, it’s almost that time! Some people are worth melting for, some shows are worth waiting for. Little Tomato Children’s Theatre is beyond excited to welcome everyone to join them on an adventure to the magical land of Arendelle on April 21-23. This […]
Kingsville Military Museum Welcomes Local Author Rev. Gene Lotz on March 18
Kingsville Military Museum will play host to local military historian and author Rev. Gene Lotz on Saturday, March 18. His book The Anguish of War is a compilation of stories of over 1300 individuals from Windsor and Essex County who lost their lives in wars from the Boer War to […]
74 Per Cent of Canadians Believe Average Family is Over-Taxed
The total tax bill continues to rise for the average Canadian family as 74 per cent of Canadians believe the average family (two or more people) is overtaxed by federal, provincial, and local governments. These are findings in a new report published on Thursday, March 2, 2023 by the Fraser […]
Leamington Grade 8 Students Ride Transit for Free During March Break
The Municipality of Leamington is encouraging Grade 8 students in Leamington to use its new LT-Go on-demand transit service by providing them with a free transit pass for March Break. Using the free transit pass, Leamington Grade 8 students can ride the LT-Go bus for free from Friday, March 10, […]
Kingsville Community Food Bank’s Needs for March, 2023
Spring is on its way, officially at least. The days will keep on getting longer, and after the time change this weekend, our daylight will stretch even further into the evening. After the winter, this can be an exhilarating time. Still, better weather doesn’t ease the financial burdens for those who […]
Donna Rayson (November 11, 1931 – February 25, 2023)
Donna Thornton Rayson, wife of the late Dr. Jack H. Rayson who was the Dean of the LSU School of Dentistry from 1976-1993 passed away on February 25, 2023. Born in Detroit, Michigan on November 11, 1931, to Joseph Scott and Alice Loraine Thornton, Donna was a descendent of the […]
Common Sense Health: 100th Trip Around the Sun
People often ask me, what’s my secret to a long and healthy life? This week, I start my 100th trip around the sun. So I must acknowledge that Lady Luck has been on my side. But it’s not just good luck, or good genes. As a medical doctor, I learned early […]
Pet of the Week: Meet Katniss
Kingsville Times is a proud partner and supporter of the Windsor/Essex County Humane Society. As a non-profit organization, the WECHS depends on the generosity of our community to help pets like Katniss, a 1-year-old female Domestic Shorthair cat. Katniss is a tiny girl with a spicy personality! She enjoys having her […]
Majority Of Ontarians Believe Auto Insurance Fraud Is Prevalent
New poll indicates drivers are worried they could become a fraud victim In a recent poll commissioned by the Financial Services Regulatory Authority of Ontario (FSRA) nearly 75% of respondents with auto insurance believe that auto insurance fraud is prevalent in Ontario, and more than 40% of them are worried […]
U of W’s Leddy Library Digitizing Local Newspapers
Border City Data: Data Mining Essex County’s Rich Newspaper History Text collections and textual analysis offer a unique and largely untapped combination for applying data mining techniques and computational analysis to generate new insights into the past. This is particularly true for newspaper collections. Newspaper pages typically have eight times […]
Point Pelee National Park Offers Early Bird Pass Sale Until March 31
Early Bird Pass Sale for Point Pelee National Park Purchase a park pass at a discounted rate! The early bird sale is on from February 1st until March 31st, 2023. There are two ways to purchase or renew a pass: 1. By phone Call the park Monday to Friday 9am to […]
Art Scoop: Brianne Taggart’s Creations Are Close to Her Heart
Brianne Taggart has always felt the inner push to become an artist. She says she officially started painting and drawing at age 17. Brianne is known to especially love sunflower, sunsets and owl subjects. But her patrons are also thrilled with such things as her other impressionistic flowers and hot air balloons, […]
March 6 Town Council Meeting Agenda Available Online
REGULAR MEETING OF COUNCIL AGENDA Monday, March 06, 2023 from 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Council Chambers 2021 Division Road N Kingsville, Ontario N9Y 2Y9 The agenda for the March 6, 2023 meeting is available on our website. View Livestream at the time of the proceedings at https://www.kingsville.ca/livestream For information pertaining to […]
More Ontarians Expected To Get Into Private Mortgage
As spring home buying season begins, FSRA encourages homeowners to take the time to understand what they are getting into. As private mortgages become more prevalent in Ontario, the Financial Services Regulatory Authority of Ontario (FSRA) is strongly encouraging consumers to learn about the differences between a private and traditional […]
Essex County Library Re-opening Cottam and Ruthven Branches
The Essex County Library is proud to announce a return to regular service at it’s Ruthven and Cottam branches. After an extended closure that began during the COVID 19 pandemic, Ruthven is set to reopen it’s doors to the public at 9am on Monday, March 6th, with Cottam reopening on […]
$750,000 For UWindsor Researchers To Pursue ‘Surprise’ Cancer Discovery
University of Windsor researchers have been awarded $750,000 by the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) to determine how a protein changes cell biology, fat accumulation in the liver, and how this can lead to liver cancer. Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD), the most common liver condition in the developed […]
Increase In Fraud Reports Across Essex County
From February 28th to March 2nd, 2023, Essex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have responded to 14 reports of fraud across Essex County. Two of the occurrences resulted in a total financial loss of $15,000. These frauds are also known as the Grandparent or Emergency scam where someone calls the victim posing […]
2023 Leamington Municipal Budget Approved
As a result of budget deliberations held on February 27 and February 28, 2023, Leamington Council approved the proposed 2023 municipal budget ensuring the Municipality can continue to deliver essential services while advancing priorities outlined in the Municipality’s 2023-2026 Strategic Plan. The approved budget equates to an $82.63 annual tax levy […]
Kingsville Horticultural Society “Seedy Saturday”
Highlights from County Council Meeting on March 1
Warden Thanks Hydro Workers and Others for Ice Storm Response Warden Hilda MacDonald thanked hydro workers, Essex County road crews and staff at the local municipalities for their responses to last week’s ice storm. The ice caused numerous power outages on Feb. 22 and Feb. 23, she noted at the […]
Essex County Library and WECHU Offer Survey to Radon Test Kit Users
Did you or someone you know borrow a radon detector test kit this past year? The Windsor Essex County Health Unit and Essex County Library are asking you to take a few minutes to complete this survey https://chkmkt.com/radonsurvey The survey is anonymous and will take less than 5 minutes to […]
Recreation Update — Week of March 6, 2023
The Town of Kingsville is dedicated to expanding our recreational programs. See what’s happening at the Arena the week of March 6th. Monday Drop-in Pickleball, 7:30 am – 1:00 pm Drop-in Skating (various times) Public Skate 3:00 pm – 4:50 pm – CANCELLED Tuesday Kindergym Parent and Tot (10 months to […]
Nutrition Month: WECHU and Partners Expand Access to Free Resources
March is National Nutrition Month and this year, Dietitians across Canada are calling on Canadians to unlock the potential of food by finding a dietitian. Understanding nutrition and developing food skills can be intimidating for many, but eating well doesn’t necessarily mean giving up your favourite foods. This March, the […]
Town Defers Yard Waste Pickup to Focus on Chipping Large Piles
The Town of Kingsville is delaying the previously scheduled yard waste pickup with our contractor until Town staff have removed most of the large wood piles. The Town initially scheduled the Yard Waste pickup for March 2nd. “We need more time to clear large areas before our contractor can come […]
UMEI Robotics Teams Place 2nd In Provincials
Sunday, February 26 marked the Ontario Provincial Championships of the First Robotics Tech Challenge in Central Scarborough. Thirty-one teams from across Ontario gathered at Centennial College, and the Essex County representatives included two teams from UMEI Christian High School in Leamington, Radiant Robotics and The Thunderbirds, after both teams qualified […]
Bill 23 – More Homes Built Faster Act Prompts Town-wide Zoning Amendment
At its February 27, 2023 meeting, Kingsville Town Council passed a Zoning amendment to comply with the More Homes Built Faster Act, 2022 (Bill 23). This Act is the Provincial response to helping more Ontarians find a home that meets their needs and budget. As a result of Bill 23, the Planning […]
SIU Investigating Death Of Man In Kingsville
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a man in Kingsville on the morning of February 28, 2023. Preliminary information suggests the following: At approximately 9:30 a.m. on February 28, 2023, Ontario Provincial Police were notified of a man in distress. Officers pinged the […]
Ice Storm Cleanup Underway in Essex County Municipalities
Essex County residents are asked to be patient and check local municipal websites for updates as the cleanup of tree branches brought down during last week’s ice storm continues. The county’s Infrastructure and Planning Services department is consulting with local municipalities to ensure all areas are covered. Essex County road […]
Town Adds Yard Waste Pickup Date and Begins Post-Storm Cleanup
Yard waste collection date added In response to the recent ice storm, the Town of Kingsville has added a yard waste collection date on Thursday, March 2, 2023. Please ensure you meet the yard waste requirements outlined on page six of our collection calendar, or our contractor will bypass your collection: […]
Ban On Use of TikTok On Government Mobile Devices Goes Into Effect
Effective February 28, 2023 Federal employees will no longer be able to download or use TikTok on their government-issued mobile devices. The popular video sharing application has been determined to present an unacceptable level of risk to privacy and security, according to the Chief Information Officer of the country. The […]
Theresa Sheehan (December 1, 1952 – February 21, 2023)
Theresa Sheehan It is with broken hearts that we announce our dear sister, Theresa Marie Sheehan, passed away at her home in Calgary, Alberta, on February 21st, 2023 at 70 years of age. Daughter of the late Harry Thomas Sheehan (1988), and Frances Iris Sheehan (nee Decker) (2000). Cherished sister […]
Essex County Council Regular Meeting Notice for March 1
There will be a meeting of Essex County Council on Wednesday, March 1, 2023 at 6:00 PM. As permitted under 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, adopted on October 19, 2022, the […]
Pet of the Week: Meet Ruby
Kingsville Times is a proud partner and supporter of the Windsor/Essex County Humane Society. As a non-profit organization, the WECHS depends on the generosity of our community to help pets like Ruby, a 4-year-old female St. Bernard/Rough Collie mix. Ruby is a loving, silly, and funny girl who would love a […]
Kingsville Horticultural Society News
I’m sure you’ve seen some interesting looking mushrooms as you walk in the woods, parks, in your garden or on your lawn. Did you ever wonder what kind of mushrooms they are? The members and guests of the Kingsville Horticultural Society learned a lot about identifying these fungi from Grant […]
Poll Reveals 50% Of Canadians 18-24 Favour Socialism
More than 4 in 10 Canadians — and half of younger Canadians aged 18-24 — support socialism as their preferred economic system, but an overwhelming majority define socialism as more government spending and programs, and Canadians generally don’t want to pay the higher taxes required to finance it, finds a […]
MPP Leardi’s full letter
Trustee Burgess’ full letter
Common Sense Health — Vitamin D: The Sunshine Vitamin
Vitamin D is often referred to as the “sunshine vitamin.” This is because it is synthesized in our skin in response to sunlight. The beauty of Vitamin D is that it’s free – a great model for “all things in moderation” too. There are two main forms of vitamin D: […]
Norma Pearce (May 6, 1931 – February 24, 2023)
Norma Pearce This morning heaven gained a beautiful soul. Her name is Norma Ferguson and she was 91 years young. There wasn’t anything about this woman that you wouldn’t like. Her smile, her laugh, her energy … everything about her made you smile and want to know her more. She […]
UWSS Continues to Monitor East Palestine, Ohio Chemical Spill
Early in February, 2023 a train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio caused a chemical spill. The Union Water Supply System has been monitoring this situation in order to assess any impact it may have on the UWSS source of drinking water in the western basin of Lake Erie. The […]
Recreation Update — Week of February 27, 2023
The Town of Kingsville is dedicated to expanding our recreational programs. See what’s happening at the Arena the week of February 27th. Monday Drop-in Pickleball, 7:30 am – 1:00 pm Drop-in Skating (various times) Public Skate, 3:00 pm – 4:50 pm – CANCELLED Tuesday Kindergym Parent and Tot (10 months to […]
Freezing Rain, High Winds Forecast For Monday
Environment Canada has issued a special weather statement forecasting freezing rain and strong winds for Monday and Monday night. The alert is in effect for Windsor and Essex County. A messy mix of wintry precipitation is forecast to develop Monday. Precipitation will likely begin as a brief period of snow […]
Leamington Lays 88 Charges Upon 12 Greenhouse Owners
As a result of an ongoing investigation of Leamington Greenhouse Owners who have been operating in contravention of the Municipality of Leamington’s Greenhouse Light Abatement By-law, the Municipality has laid 88 charges under Part III of the Provincial Offences Act upon 12 individual Leamington greenhouse owners. At its meeting held […]
Orientation Day for Migrant Workers
UPDATE FEB. 24 at 4:45 pm: Arena Open Till 10 pm
We are keeping the Warming / Charging Station open at the Arena until 10:00 pm tonight. Please feel free to charge your devices and use our WiFi. Yard Waste Pick Up We added a yard waste collection date on Thursday, March 2, 2023. Our contractor will only collect yard waste […]
February 27 Town Council Meeting Agenda Available Online
REGULAR MEETING OF COUNCIL AGENDA Monday, February 27, 2023 from 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Council Chambers 2021 Division Road N Kingsville, Ontario N9Y 2Y9 The agenda for the February 27, 2023 meeting is available on our website. View Livestream at the time of the proceedings at https://www.kingsville.ca/livestream For information pertaining […]
Kingsville Arena Open for Charging Devices, WiFi Available
If you are still without power, our Arena is open, and you’re welcome to come in to charge your devices and use the WiFi. We are looking into adding a yard waste pick-up before the first scheduled date in April. We’ll have details on that in the coming days. Thanks […]
Essex County Civic Centre Elevator Temporarily Out of Service
The elevator at the Essex County Civic Centre is currently out of service due to an unexpected mechanical issue. The outage is expected to be temporary. If you are planning to attend the Civic Centre today (Feb. 24, 2023) and require the elevator, please call the office you want to […]
Notice of a Public Meeting Regarding the Proposed New Official Plan
Purpose Essex County Council will hold a statutory public meeting, pursuant to Section 26(3) of the Planning Act, R.S.O., 1990, as amended, for the purposes of discussing the proposed new Official Plan. The public meeting will be held as follows: Wednesday, April 5, 2023 5 p.m. County of Essex, Council Chambers 360 […]
Banding Together The Past, Present And Future
“Our executive team at The Jack Miner Migratory Bird Sanctuary, along with our Board of Directors, feel that the future of the Jack Miner Migratory Bird Sanctuary has never looked brighter,” said Tom Coke, Executive Director of Jack Miner Migratory Bird Foundation. “We have several exciting ideas planned that we […]
Kingsville Community Food Bank Is Open Friday, Feb. 24
KINGSVILLE COMMUNITY FOOD BANK IS OPEN TODAY The Food Bank is open on Friday, February 24th from 9-12:45. We’re not usually open on a Friday but we are here today to serve clients that we were unable to serve yesterday to due to the power outage. The Kingsville Community Food […]
Update 5 pm: Kingsville Opens Charging Station in Prolonged Power Outage
UPDATE FEBRUARY 23, 2023, at 5:00 pm: We understand various sections of the Town have power restored, and Hydro One and E.L.K continue to make progress. Please continue to be vigilant of falling branches. As the ice melts, trees are loosening away from power lines. The cracked tree limbs that […]
Essex County Library Branch Hours Update
HARROW: Power is back on, branch will be open from 5 pm – 8 pm. KINGSVILLE: Branch is open. LAKESHORE: Power is on BUT we are experiencing issues with phones, WiFi and internet. STILL CLOSED: Essex, McGregor, Woodslee
Public Information Centre Rescheduled Again Due to Weather
In light of ongoing power and internet outages, the applicant for a subdivision at 195 Main Street that had rescheduled a Public Information Centre (PIC) for tonight is rescheduling again. The developer privately organized this meeting to collect public feedback regarding the subdivision proposal before beginning a formal application process […]
ERCA Urging Caution on Trails, Conservation Areas
With Wednesday’s ice storm, ERCA is urging members of the community to refrain from using conservation areas and trails until the ice has melted. “The weight of this ice on tree branches can cause even healthy trees to fall,” says ERCA Director of Conservation Services Kevin Money. “For safety reasons, the […]
Town of Kingsville Recovers from Prolonged Power Outage
Town of Kingsville staff has been working hard through the night, responding to emergency calls, salting roads, and pushing trees off roadways. As power outages continue to impact the region, the Town has opened a Charging Station at the Kingsville Arena, 1741 Jasperson Drive, to offer residents a place to […]
Kingsville Seeks Committee Volunteers
Are you passionate about your community? The Town of Kingsville is looking for volunteers to serve on the following Committees: Communities in Bloom Fantasy of Lights Kingsville Accessibility Advisory Committee Migration Festival Help us plan events and initiatives that improve experiences for our residents and visitors. You can make a […]
Public Information Centre Rescheduled for Feb. 23 Due to Weather
In light of the impending freezing rain and possible dangerous conditions on our roads this evening, the applicant for a subdivision at 195 Main Street that had scheduled a Public Information Centre (PIC) for tonight has been rescheduled for tomorrow. The developer privately organized this meeting to collect public feedback […]
All Library Branches Closing at 4 p.m. Due to Weather on Feb. 22
Please be advised that all Essex County Library branches will close today at 4 p.m. We want to keep you and our staff safe from the icy roads! Website: Essex County Library Facebook: Essex County Library Instagram: essexcountylib Twitter: Essex County Library
Warrant Executed in Leamington
(LEAMINGTON, ON) – On Friday, February 17, 2023, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Essex County Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), Emergency Response Team (ERT) members and OPP Canine Services executed a search warrant at a Garrison Avenue, Municipality of Leamington address. During the search warrant, police seized a quantity of suspected […]
Taste of the County: Rigatoni Pasta with Mushrooms, Sage & Brown Butter
RIGATONI PASTA WITH MUSHROOMS, SAGE & BROWN BUTTER This mushroom pasta recipe is easy to make and incredibly delicious! The sage butter parmigiano sauce is freshened up with a touch of lemon zest and crispy sage leaves. Measurements below are approximate. It’s no sin to be heavy-handed with the butter and cheese. […]
Mega-sized March Maple Syrup Festival
The First Taste of Spring Maple Syrup Festival is back, and it’s bigger and better than ever, spanning the first three weekends of March, and two locations at the John R. Park Homestead Conservation Area and Holiday Beach Conservation Area. “With three distinctly themed weekends, this year’s Maple Fest offers […]
Pet of the Week: Meet Twiggy
Kingsville Times is a proud partner and supporter of the Windsor/Essex County Humane Society. As a non-profit organization, the WECHS depends on the generosity of our community to help pets like Twiggy, a 5-year-old female Domestic Shorthair cat. Twiggy is an affectionate girl who loves to get all the ear and […]
Common Sense Health: If Only It Was Only an Email Nightmare
This month marks twenty years since the Gifford-Jones newspaper column became accompanied by a “medical update” sent by email to subscribing readers. In early February 2003, the column printed in newspapers was titled, “My E-Mail Nightmare”. It began like this: My daughter said, “Dad don’t do it. You don’t need […]
Rosemary Klus (June 2, 1933 – February 17, 2023)
Rosemary Klus It is with a heavy hearts we announce the passing of Rosemary Klus on February 17th, 2023; surrounded by love in the arms of her son. Predeceased and waiting for her with open arms are first and foremost her husband Nick, married 59 years, daughter Dee Dee, her […]
Rose City Gymnastics Attends the 1st Ontario Cup
Rose City Gymnastics sent 17 trampoline athletes to the 1st Ontario Cup during the weekend of January 28th-29th and February 4th-5th Athletes must achieve a certain score in either the 1st or 2nd Ontario Cup in order to attend the Ontario Championship. The first weekend of the 1st Ontario Cup 1/2 was […]
Special Meeting for Committee of the Whole February 21, 2023
Council of The Corporation of the Town of Kingsville will hold a Special Meeting of the Committee of the Whole on Tuesday, February 21, 2023. The meeting will run from 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE AGENDA Kingsville Arena – Committee Rooms B and C 1741 Jasperson […]
Gordon Milne (April 1, 1937 – February 16, 2023)
Gordon Milne Gordon passed away peacefully on February 16th at 85 years of age. Waiting for him with open arms is the love of his life, Judy (2012). He is the proud father of Jeannie (Tim), and Bill. Missing him deeply is the apple of his eye, his beloved granddaughter, […]
Recreation Update — Week of February 20th
The Town of Kingsville is dedicated to expanding our recreational programs. See what’s happening at the Arena the week of February 20th. Monday Free Parent and Tots Drop in Gym courtesy of In Motion, 10:00 am – 2:00 pm Free Public Skate courtesy of In Motion, 1:00 pm – 3:50 […]
Dr. Mark Olivito & Associates’ Annual Food Drive
Celebrate Family Day Weekend with Free Fishing in Ontario
Ontario Offers Free Fishing February 18 to 20, 2023 TORONTO – This Family Day weekend, from February 18-20, Ontario families and friends can enjoy fishing anywhere in the province without having to purchase a licence or carry an Outdoors Card. “Fishing is a time-honoured tradition and a terrific way for […]
Ruthven and Cottam Library Branches to Re-Open in March, 2023
The Essex County Library has announced some exciting events coming soon for people in Ruthven and Cottam. The Ruthven Branch will be reopening on March 6, 2023 at 1695 Elgin Street in Ruthven. Phone: (226) 946-1529 ext. 221 The Cottam Branch will open once again on March 20, 2023 at 122 […]
Highlights from County Council Meeting on Feb. 15
Warden Urges Residents to Get Involved in County’s First Strategic Plan The County of Essex is developing its first-ever Strategic Plan and Warden Hilda MacDonald is urging residents to “stay tuned and get engaged in creating our vision for the future.” If the county is to achieve its potential, it […]
Kingsville Recreation Complex Has New Shade Structure
GOOD NEWS KINGSVILLE! We’ve installed the new shade structure at the Kingsville Recreation Complex. This structure was funded through the ICIP grant and the Pickleball Association. It will be available to all groups, with benches and picnic tables open during the outdoor season. Kingsville Recreation Complex Address 1741 Jasperson Drive […]
Raising the Roof at the new Kingsville K-12 School
Everything is coming together at the new Kingsville K-12 school. Fortis Construction Group continues to advance construction toward the scheduled opening date of September 2024, with the final beam being placed on the interior structure of the school on Tuesday, February 14, 2023. Fortis Group brought forward the idea to […]
Margaret Nemeth (May 23, 1924 – February 13, 2023)
NEMETH, Margaret (nee Sutak); It is with heavy hearts but rejoicing spirits we announce the passing of Margaret on February 13, 2023, at the age of 98 years. Reunited with her husband, Peter (2003). Loving mother to her daughter Linda Bishop and husband Tom, and her son, the late John […]
Blake Fox (September 7, 2005 – February 7, 2023)
Blake Fox Celebration of Life for Marshall and Blake will be virtual and you may attend by copy and pasting this link: https://event.forgetmenotceremonies.com/ceremony?c=548ef2df-4c44-4a92-8470-6fd1e80fcd3e It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of Blake James Fox on February 7, 2023 at the age of 17. Cherished son of […]
Free Mobile Health Clinic Coming To Kingsville
Marshall Fox (February 6, 2004 – February 7, 2023)
Marshall Fox Celebration of Life for Marshall and Blake will be virtual and you may attend by copy and pasting this link: https://event.forgetmenotceremonies.com/ceremony?c=548ef2df-4c44-4a92-8470-6fd1e80fcd3e It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of Marshall Ty Fox on February 7, 2023 at the age of 19. Cherished son of […]
More Should Be Done to Encourage Ontarians to Save for Retirement
A recent poll commissioned by the Financial Services Regulatory Authority of Ontario (FSRA) found that 88% of respondents feel more needs to be done to encourage people to save for retirement, while 60% feel there is not enough public information available about pensions. “Thinking about saving for retirement is usually […]
OPP Reminder that Criminal Record Checks Are Now Online
New process is quick, easy, and secure (ESSEX COUNTY, ON) – The Essex County detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has received concerns about the results when searching “record checks” through an online browser. If you live in an OPP-policed community, please ensure that you are searching for online record […]
Health Unit Closes for Family Day on Monday, February 20
The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit will be closed to the public on Monday, February 20, 2023 for Family Day. 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
Road 2 East Work Resumes Week of February 22, 2022
The ongoing watermain installation project on Road 2 East resumes next week, starting February 22nd. Work will initially begin at the intersection of Road 2 and Division Street. North/southbound traffic will be permitted at this intersection, but there will be some restrictions to east/west traffic. OPP will assist with traffic […]
Municipal Office and Carnegie Arts & Visitor Centre Closed on Family Day
Please be advised that the Municipal Office and Carnegie Arts & Visitor Centre are closed for Family Day on Monday, February 20, 2023. Check out free family day activities at the Kingsville Arena. These include: a Parent & Tot Drop-in Gym from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm a Public Skate […]
Pet of the Week: Meet Harley
Kingsville Times is a proud partner and supporter of the Windsor-Essex County Humane Society. As a non-profit organization, the WECHS depends on the generosity of our community to help pets like Harley, a one-year-old female Siberian Husky/Shepherd mix. Harley is a happy-go-lucky girl with a fun and excitable personality. She […]
All Essex County Library Branches Closed for Family Day 2023
Regular hours will once again resume at all library branches on Tuesday, February 21. We hope you can enjoy Family Day with the people you love! Website: Essex County Library Facebook: Essex County Library Instagram: essexcountylib Twitter: Essex County Library
Gloria Torres (October 25, 1932 – February 11, 2023)
Gloria Torres It is with great sadness we announce the passing of our beloved mother and grandmother, Gloria Torres, on Saturday, February 11, 2023 at Erie Shores Hospice at the age of 90 years. Reunited with her husband, Virginio Torres (1971). Loving mother of Luis Torres and wife Annamay, Fernando […]
County Road 42 Construction Is Resuming in February 2023
The reconstruction of the County Road 42 corridor from Concession 11 to Pike Creek in Tecumseh and Lakeshore will resume this month. The Phase 1 underground work that was halted for the winter will resume in February and progress in sections along the corridor. It is anticipated it will be […]
Nancy Ruth Bell (February 9, 2023)
Nancy Ruth Bell (nee Edgerton) passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 9, 2023 at her home, on her own terms, surrounded by love. Born in Kingsville 73 years ago. Daughter of the late Thomas and Sophia Edgerton. Mother of her favourite son Chris Bell (Amie, her favourite daughter in law). […]
Notice of Intention to Pass a Zoning By-Law Amendment on March 6
Kingsville Town Council will review the following applications at the March 6, 2023 meeting. The meeting starts at 6:00 pm. 74 Jasperson Drive: Application requesting to change the zoning from Residential Zone 1 Urban (R1.1) to Residential Zone 2 Urban (R2.1) to permit a Semi-Detached Dwelling. The applicant has a […]
Essex County Council Regular Meeting Notice for Feb. 15
There will be a meeting of Essex County Council on Wednesday, February 15, 2023 at 6:00 PM. As permitted under 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, adopted on October 19, 2022, the […]
Property Tax Bills Mailed Feb. 2, 2023
The Town of Kingsville mailed property tax bills on February 2, 2023. If you own property in the Town of Kingsville, you should have received your 2023 interim tax bill. The tax due dates are as follows: February 28, 2023 May 31, 2023 You may pay your Taxes using various payment […]
Kingsville Announces Family Day Activities for Feb. 20
The Town of Kingsville invites you to join us on Monday, February 20, 2023 for Family in Motion Day at the Kingsville Arena, 1741 Jasperson Drive. Free activities Parents & Tots Drop-in Gym from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm, Room A Public Skating from 1:00 pm – 3:50 pm For more family-friendly physical activity […]
Windsor To Vancouver Service to Launch This June On Flair
Flair Airlines has announced new service between Windsor, Ontario and Vancouver, B.C. Flights will begin June 10, 2023, and will run twice weekly on Wednesday and Saturday. “Windsor has been an important market for us, and we’re excited to increase our service in and out of the airport with the […]
Spotlight On Business: RBM Cooking Whets Appetites, Warms Hearts
With just a few months of retirement under her belt, Rosa Basile-Marrello found herself wondering how to maintain balance as the pandemic was kicking into high gear. As she spent more time in the kitchen creating meals for her family, she found that the activity of inventing new dishes kept […]
February 13 Town Council Meeting Agenda Available Online
REGULAR MEETING OF COUNCIL AGENDA Monday, February 13, 2023 at 6:00 PM Council Chambers 2021 Division Road N Kingsville, Ontario N9Y 2Y9 You can find the agenda on our website. View Livestream at the time of the proceedings at https://www.kingsville.ca/livestream For information pertaining to this agenda or to arrange for any […]
Canada Falls In Global Innovation Rankings
Innovation in Canada—a key driver of higher living standards— has declined relative to a peer group of 15 similarly advanced countries in recent years, while at the same time, innovation in the United States is on the rise, finds a new study released today by the Fraser Institute. “Innovation is […]
Common Sense Health: The Promise of 3D Printing in Healthcare
In healthcare, it’s the elusive breakthrough to a cure for diseases like cancer that has us all hoping. But sometimes it’s the bit-by-bit advancements, rarely getting headings, that make for greater impact. An example is the field of 3D printing, not even a medical technology by inception, but now a […]
Inez Broadwell (April 5, 1924 – February 9, 2023)
Inez Broadwell It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Inez Marion Broadwell (nee Heaton) on February 9, 2023 at the age of 98. Inez is predeceased by her loving husband Byron E. Broadwell (1979). She is the cherished mother of Mary Ellen (Corry) Demeris, Nancy (Scott) Sheppard, […]
Recent Readers Comments