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Books

49th Shelf: The Tortoise’s Tale

The Tortoise’s Tale A Novel by (author) Kendra Coulter A century of American history unfolds through the eyes of a giant tortoise with a heightened awareness for live music, the location of edible flowers, and the nuances of human behavior in this spellbinding debut novel. Snatched from her ancestral lands, a […]

Business

Opportunity Alert For Windsor-Essex businesses

The Windsor-Detroit Bridge Authority (WDBA) is inviting vendors to become official merchandise partners for the Gordie Howe International Bridge project. Businesses with expertise in apparel, accessories, or collectibles are encouraged to submit an Expression of Interest to design, produce and sell officially licensed Gordie Howe International Bridge merchandise by Nov. 14, 2025. The […]

Health

HL Tiessen Foundation Funding Creates Reflective Space At ESHC

Erie Shores HealthCare (ESHC) yesterday celebrated the ribbon-cutting of its newly renovated Reflective Space, a serene, non-denominational room designed to offer comfort and quiet for patients, families, visitors and staff. Formerly the hospital chapel, the space was transformed through a donation from the HL Tiessen Foundation, coordinated by Erie Shores […]

Business

New Detroit-Windsor Transit, Trade Links Announced At Detroit Fall Forum

Amtrak to create direct passenger rail corridor connecting Chicago, Detroit, Windsor and Toronto Downtown Detroit’s future as a global innovation and transportation hub was in the spotlight Wednesday, Oct. 15 during the Downtown Detroit Partnership’s (DDP) Fall Forum: Special Edition, in partnership with Michigan Central and the RIVER Collaborative, which took place at The […]

Town & County News

Essex Awarded ‘Charged For Change’ Funding For New EV Chargers

The Town of Essex is pleased to have been awarded “Charged for Change” funding through Aviva Canada in partnership with Earth Day Canada. Charged for Change is a program that provides funding for public electric vehicle (EV) charging installations in communities across Canada with limited or no access to EV infrastructure. The program will […]

Business

NextStar Energy Expands Into Energy Storage

Energy Storage System (ESS): Powering grid stability and supporting the AI-driven future. (CNW Group/NextStar Energy Inc) Windsor Battery Production Begins This Month NextStar Energy, Canada’s first large-scale lithium-ion battery manufacturing facility, is expanding its operations to include the production of energy storage system (ESS) batteries. Starting this month, the Windsor-based […]

Events

9th Annual Pajama Fairy Project Is Now Underway

Magical Moments Await: Lola’s Pajama Fairy Project Spreads Warmth and Joy this Holiday Season Lola’s Pajama Fairy Project, born from a heartfelt bedtime story and a pair of warm, cozy pajamas, continues its enchanting mission this holiday season. From November 1st to December 1st, the Windsor-Essex Community is invited to […]

Organizations

ERCA Seeking Nominees for Conservation Awards

The Essex Region Conservation Authority (ERCA) is now accepting nominations for its 2026 Conservation Awards, which honour individuals, organizations, and municipalities making a meaningful environmental impact across the Windsor-Essex-Pelee Island region. “We continue to witness remarkable community commitment to environmental stewardship,” says Danielle Breault Stuebing, Director of Communications & Outreach Services. […]

Business

Windsor-Essex Hosts Landmark Conference Showcasing Next-Gen Innovation  

Over 500 attendees, 45 exhibitors and 30 world-class presenters attended the annual Emerging Technologies in Automation and Mobility Transformation Conference and Trade Show at Caesars Windsor. Hosted by Invest WindsorEssex in partnership with Automate Canada, the National Research Council of Canada Industrial Research Assistance Program, the Canadian Association of Mold Makers, the Canadian Tooling & Machining Association and the Ministry […]

Town & County News

Leamington To Windsor Transit Service To End In 2026

The Municipality of Leamington regrets to announce that the Leamington to Windsor (LTW) Transit Service will be discontinued effective April 30, 2026. The decision follows the expiry of provincial funding and the County of Essex’s decision not to provide ongoing financial support for the regional transit service. Despite these challenges, […]

Nature and Outdoors

Applications Open For 2026/27 Invasive Species Action Fund

Thanks to an investment from the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources, the Invasive Species Centre is accepting proposals to the Invasive Species Action Fund (ISAF) to facilitate on-the-ground monitoring and management of critical invasive species in Ontario. Municipalities, conservation authorities, Indigenous communities, and other incorporated not-for-profit organizations are encouraged to […]

Ontario News

Ontario Providing Free Flu and COVID-19 Vaccines Across the Province

Up-to-date immunizations will help protect against respiratory illnesses To protect Ontario families and communities during respiratory illness season, everyone six months and older can now receive their flu and COVID-19 vaccines at participating pharmacies, public health units and doctor and nurse practitioner offices across Ontario. “Getting immunized is one of […]

Indigenous News Ontario News

Ontario and Webequie First Nation Sign Historic Agreement for Ring of Fire

Partnership agreement delivers on local community priorities and will speed up construction on the roads to the Ring of Fire On October 29, 2025, Premier Doug Ford, Greg Rickford, Minister of Indigenous Affairs and First Nations Economic Development and Minister Responsible for Ring of Fire Economic and Community Partnerships, and […]

OPP News Policing News

West Region OPP Hosting Auxiliary Constable Information Sessions

West Region Headquarters of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) will be hosting Auxiliary Constable information sessions in London in November. The OPP information session provides participants with the opportunity to gain knowledge, insight and helpful advice relating to the Auxiliary OPP recruitment process. The session includes an overview of how […]

Organizations

Apply for Leamington Mersea Goodfellows Holiday Food Basket Starting Nov. 4

The mission of the Leamington Mersea Goodfellows is to provide a reliable food source for the community during the holiday season.  The Goodfellows partner with teachers and students, community members, businesses and volunteers. Leamington and Mersea residents must apply in person for Leamington Mersea Goodfellows Holiday Food Baskets at the […]

Ontario News

Ontario and Nova Scotia Partner to Advance Modular Reactor Development

Partnership agreement will help the provinces unlock the potential of clean, reliable nuclear energy needed to power economic growth In a major step towards Canada’s clean energy future, Ontario’s Minister of Energy and Mines Stephen Lecce joined Nova Scotia’s Premier and Minister of Energy Tim Houston in Halifax to sign […]

Events

Rick Stephenson Brings “His Sinatra” To Kingsville’s Historic Epworth Church

Kingsville’s Rick Stephenson returns home this fall from Europe and Nashville for a special afternoon concert performance singing  His Sinatra on Sunday, November 23, in the beautiful sanctuary of Epworth United Church. After filming a video there last year, Rick was struck by the church’s warm, rich acoustics and knew it would be the perfect setting for […]

Business

Windsor-Essex Entrepreneurs Gather For Inaugural Small Business Summit

Entrepreneurs, business owners and community partners from across Windsor-Essex attended the Small Business Summit yesterday for a dynamic day of learning, networking and inspiration. Hosted by the Windsor Essex Chamber of Commerce and the Small Business & Entrepreneurship Centre, a division of Invest WindsorEssex, and presented by the Toronto-Dominion Bank, the Small Business Summit […]

Ontario News

Ontario Celebrates Small Business Week October 19 to 25, 2025

Nina Tangri, Associate Minister of Small Business, issued the following statement in recognition of Small Business Week. “On behalf of the Government of Ontario, I’m proud to celebrate and recognize the 500,000 small businesses in communities across Ontario. Employing roughly 2.5 million people, small businesses are vital to our province’s continued […]

Indigenous News Ontario News

Ontario to Invest Over $3M in Indigenous Communities Economic Growth

Applications now open for new round of Indigenous Economic Development Fund The Ontario government is investing $3.2 million to launch the next intake of funding applications under the Indigenous Economic Development Fund (IEDF). As part of the government’s plan to protect Ontario, the program provides funding to Indigenous businesses, communities […]

Town & County News

$3,000 MROO Scholarship Awarded To Local Cottam Student

This year, the Municipal Retirees Organization of Ontario (MROO) has awarded over $120,000 in student scholarships distributed to 40 exceptional students across the province. The MROO scholarships support recipients in their post-secondary studies. All recipients are family members of current MROO members. Scholarships are awarded in each of the nine […]

Town & County News

Leamington Issues Traffic Access Update For Seacliff Drive West

The Municipality of Leamington is advising residents and motorists of updated traffic access related to the Seacliff Drive West Sanitary Sewer Extension and Roundabout Construction project. Seacliff Drive West is closed to through traffic while construction continues. All residents and businesses east of Paglione Drive, but not including Paglione Drive, […]

Arts

Great Migration Paint Out Winners Announced for 56th Migration Festival

Over the weekend, people from all over the region participated in the 56th annual Migration Festival, a Kingsville tradition celebrating migration, our Town’s heritage, dedication to nature conservation, and Jack Miner. Families lined up Saturday to see the parade steady down Main Street, later joining in the parade to “Walk to the Park” at Lakeside Park […]

Organizations

Kingsville Community Grant Fund Now Accepting Applications

Kingsville is accepting applications for its Community Grant Fund, which provides financial assistance to organizations that benefit the general public. The deadline to apply is November 30. Applicants must be a registered charitable organization, registered not-for-profit organization, or volunteer group to qualify. Funding categories include: Social and community services Seniors or […]

Books

2025 Governor General’s Literary Awards Finalists Have Been Announced

The Canada Council for the Arts is pleased to announce the 2025 Governor General’s Literary Awards (GGBooks) finalists. These awards celebrate works published in Canada, in both official languages, across seven categories, and include books for readers of all ages. “The books selected as 2025 Governor General’s Literary Awards finalists […]

Town & County News

New All-Way Stop Installed At Leamington’s Pulford Avenue Intersection

The Municipality of Leamington has installed a new all-way stop at the intersection of Pulford Avenue, Canadian Tire, and County Fair Mall access. The change was implemented in response to community concerns related to pedestrian safety, driver visibility, and the adequacy of existing traffic control measures in the area. All-way […]

Ontario News

Ontario Investing Nearly $2 Billion to Protect and Expand Long-Term Care

Historic increase in funding comes as the government reaches its goal of four hours of direct care for residents The Ontario government is protecting Ontario’s long-term care system by increasing annual funding to a record $1.92 billion to support the significant increase in staffing in the province’s long-term care homes over […]

Canadian News

Differences In People’s Age Explains Most Wealth Inequality In Canada

In Canada, age largely explains the different levels of wealth among people, finds a new study released today by the Fraser Institute, an independent, nonpartisan Canadian public policy think-tank. “It’s a natural phenomenon—younger people accumulate debt, begin paying it down as they enter the workforce, then begin to accumulate wealth […]

Town & County News

Leamington Council Matters – October 14, 2025

At the Leamington Council meeting of Tuesday, October 14, 2025, Council: Approved the issuance of Municipal Supported Resolutions (MSRs) for a number of project proposals to the Independent Electricity System Operator’s (IESO) Long-Term 2 procurement process. The IESO project aims to help meet Ontario’s projected electricity needs between 2029 and […]

Schools

WONDERfield Students Bring Shakespeare To Life In Stratford

Students from WONDERfield Community School in Grades 4–8 recently brought their classroom studies to life during a field trip to Stratford, Ontario, to experience Shakespeare’s As You Like It at the world-renowned Stratford Festival. Before attending the performance, students had already read and discussed the play in class, deepening their […]

Sports & Leisure Tennis

Kingsville’s Junior Tennis Stars Serve Up a Strong Season

Thanks to everyone who supported our local high school players throughout the tennis season! The students some of whom participated in the KTA Junior League with support of their teacher and coach, Derek Tomkins, represented Kingsville with great effort and sportsmanship — and their results speak for themselves. At WECSSAA, nearly all our […]