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Let’s Be Honest

What is happening in our county with the housing market? Recently, my husband and I put in an offer for a lakefront property in Kingsville. We offered $50,000 less than the list price.  With an all cash offer, no contingencies and closing within a week if needed, it was a […]

Town & County News

Town Accepting Artist Applications to Paint Community Art Mural

The Town of Kingsville is accepting applications from Kingsville and Windsor-Essex County artists to create a 4’ by 4’ mural in collaboration with community members. The mural will be installed at Lakeside Park. Deadline June 15, 2022. For an application: Email specialevents@kingsville.ca Kingsville Communities in Bloom Program #Mural  #StreetArt  #Art  […]

Town & County News

National AccessAbility Week: Newly Designed Flag to Fly at Civic Centre

The Essex County Accessibility Advisory Committee unveiled at County Council Wednesday night a newly-designed flag that will be hoisted at the Civic Centre on Monday, May 30, to celebrate National AccessAbility Week. The flag was designed by Kristine Verbeek and selected above other designs by accessibility committee members from each local municipality […]

Canadian News

First Federal Flight for Ukrainians Arrives in Canada

On Monday, the first federal charter flight carrying 328 Ukrainians arrived in Winnipeg, welcomed by the Honourable Chrystia Freeland, Deputy Prime Minister, Manitoba Premier Heather Stefanson, and James Armstrong Richardson International Airport volunteers. This flight was part of the Canada-Ukraine Authorization for Emergency Travel (CUAET) program. Launched on March 17 […]

Organizations

‘Sail Into Summer’ Returns To In-Person Event on June 25

First held in 2019, the Sail Into Summer event raised funds for a new Digital Mammography Machine for Windsor Regional Hospital (WRH). The event gave guests an opportunity to celebrate the Summer Solstice at the beautiful Windsor Yacht Club and raised over $40,000 for the Windsor Regional Hospital Foundation. Given its success, an […]

Town & County News

County of Essex Public Notice of Pesticide Use Starting May 25

The Corporation of the County of Essex intends to control noxious weeds along the following rural roadsides: The following pesticides that will be used are registered under the “Pest Control Products Act” (Canada): Clearview Herbicide Reg. #29752 (containing active ingredients: Metsulfuron-Methyl and Aminopyralid, present as potassium salt) Gateway Spray Adjuvant Reg.#31470 (containing […]

Pets & Pet Health

Pet of the Week: Meet Nyla

The 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 Nyla. Please consider donating at www.windsorhumane.org/donatenow or contact Arms Bumanlag at development@windsorhumane.org to see firsthand how your donations, and support make […]

Cycling Sports & Leisure

MOVE! with Bike Windsor Essex Community Rides Starting May 14

Join Bike Windsor Essex on a recreational community ride in Kingsville and the County. The first ride is tomorrow, Saturday, May 14, 2022! No cost to participate. Receive a free, healthy snack from Lee and Maria’s. Register at www.kingsville.ca/programs. #Bike  #BikeLife  #Bicycle  #Cycle  #Cycling  #CyclingLife  #Fitness  #KingsvilleOntario  #Nature  #OutsideIsFree

Business Business Announcements

Mastronardi Produce Celebrates Flavor Nation and 13 Years as Best Managed Company

Mastronardi Produce is thrilled to announce it has been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies for the 13th year in a row. The company is a fourth-generation family-owned business and embraces an employee-driven culture. “We dedicate this achievement to our employees who truly drive our success as a company,” President and CEO of Mastronardi Produce Paul Mastronardi said. […]

Town & County News

Kingsville Hires Economic Development and Tourism Officer Sue Rice

The Town of Kingsville is pleased to welcome Sue Rice to the municipality as its first Economic Development and Tourism Officer. Sue is a business owner of a marketing firm which assists businesses with innovative marketing, programming, customer relationships, and economic development initiatives. Sue has successfully delivered results for client […]

Gymnastics Sports & Leisure

Rose City Gymnastics at Niagara This Past Weekend!

Rose City Gymnastics Club competes at their 4th Competition of the Year! Twenty-six athletes traveled to Fonthill, Ontario to compete at their Gymnastics Qualifier and Invitational Competition the weekend of April 29th, 2022 through Sunday May 1st. Rose City Gymnastics Competitive Team traveled to Niagara (Women’s Artistic Gymnastics) and Oakville […]

Town & County News

Municipal Election Candidate Information Session Replay

The video of last week’s information session for potential municipal election candidates is now available for viewing along with the presentations made at that session by municipal experts. The video and presentations are available at countyofessex.ca/WEVote2022 along with other resources for anyone considering running in October’s municipal election. The session on April […]

Town & County News

County Wants Feedback for 2023-2027 Multi-Year Accessibility Plan

Feedback Wanted for the County’s 2023-2027 Multi-Year Accessibility Plan The County of Essex needs feedback from community members and stakeholders to assist in the development of its 2023-2027 Multi-Year Accessibility Plan. The plan will outline how the county will prevent and remove barriers to accessibility, that people with various abilities […]