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Town of Kingsville Hosts Interactive Input Session on February 10
January 26, 2021 The Town of Kingsville is holding an interactive public input session on Strategic Midterm Planning on Wednesday, February 10, 2021 at 7:00pm, and invites residents and business owners to participate. “Municipal Council is halfway through its four-year elected term,” said Chief Administrative Officer, John Norton. “So now […]
Kingsville Highland Games Cancelled Due to COVID-19
January 26, 2021 2021 KINGSVILLE HIGHLAND GAMES CANCELLED Continuing concerns surrounding COVID-19 have prompted the Town of Kingsville and the Kingsville Highland Games Committee to regretfully announce the CANCELLATION of the Kingsville Highland Games scheduled for June 26th, 2021. The current circumstances are unique and unquestionably challenging, and the work […]
Ken ‘Butch’ Frankfurth (December 6, 1947 – January 23, 2021)
Passed away due to Covid 19 complications on January 23, 2021 at Erie Shores HealthCare at 73 years. Preceded in death by his parents, Arthur “Bud” & June Benoit. Special brother of Heather (late Murray) Moore and Marla (Randy) Taylor. Cherished uncle of Tiffanie (Garret), Ryan, Melissa (Corey), late Brandon […]
OPP Reports Sudden Death Investigation on Pelee Island
(PELEE ISLAND, ON) – On January 25, 2021 at approximately 9:15 a.m., Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Leamington officers were advised by Essex County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) of a sudden death on Pelee Island. One person was found deceased in a motor vehicle. Essex County OPP has engaged aviation services […]
Art Scoop: ASK Member Visual Artist Val Read
Our featured artist and member of the Arts Society of Kingsville is Val Read, a prolific visual artist, who is always looking to apply her outstanding artistic talent into new and different media using a variety of techniques. Here is Val’s story… A Drive along Hwy 6 As a young […]
Citizens in Kingsville Assisted Driver After Collision
(KINGSVILLE, ON) – On January 24, 2021, approximately 12:05 p.m. Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Kingsville officers received information about a single motor vehicle collision. A white van had gone into the ditch off County Road 31, Kingsville. Prior to police arrival the vehicle began to smoke and then caught fire. Citizens on […]
Common Sense Health: Why Doctors Must Think Like Sherlock Holmes
A 57-year-old woman, receiving physiotherapy for an injured ankle, suddenly suffered a seizure, became unconscious, and was rushed to Emergency. The obvious diagnosis, a sudden stroke. But as Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, the English doctor and writer who created the fictional private detective, Sherlock Holmes, wrote, “There is nothing more […]
OPP Encourage Extra Caution About Recent Fraud Reports
(ESSEX CTY, ON) – Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Essex County is reminding residents of the dangers of talking to strangers via phone and the internet after numerous frauds have been reported in recent weeks. Police are reminding residents of the following: Do not give any personal information over the telephone […]
Spotlight On Business: Whisked Bake Shop
When Ana Teresa El Barche opened her Whisked Bake Shop in 2015, she was well prepared and ready to go. Before she’d moved to Canada, Ana had worked with her parents in their family-owned bulk food business, similar to the Bulk Barn here in Canada. Her family offered custom cakes […]
Kingsville Welcomes John Quennell as New Fire Chief
The Town of Kingsville is pleased to welcome John Quennell as its new Fire Chief. Chief Quennell has decades of experience in fire and rescue operations, working in multiple capacities throughout his lengthy career. He was the Deputy Fire Chief for the Town of Lakeshore from 2011 to 2019. Previously […]
Pet of the Week: Meet Gemini
Gemini 10 years old Lab/ Siberian Huskey Mix Hi there… I’m Gemini! I am a super sweet girl once I get to know you and I really love snuggling up to you when the time is right! Like a typical Gemini I have two sides…. my good side is reserved […]
Tech Corner: Oculus Quest 2
Joe Chisholm’s son Vincent uses his dad’s Oculus Quest 2 headset Hello readers, local and afar, and welcome to the Kingsville Times Tech Corner with your tech guru Joe Chisholm. In this debut edition, we shall be strapping on a gadget enabling you to enter exotic places, to take part […]
Kingsville Man Charged With Theft
(LAKESHORE, ON) – On January 19, 2021, police were called to a business in the 6300 block of Main Street, Comber as staff in the store were reporting a theft in progress. The staff had made excellent observations of the suspect, mode and direction of travel. The suspect arrived in […]
Kingsville Fire Department to Have Change in Leadership
The Town of Kingsville has decided to move in a different direction with its fire department leadership and as such Fire Chief Charles (Chuck) Parsons is no longer employed with the Town. The Town of Kingsville thanks Chief Parsons for his good service to our community and wishes him well […]
Ontario to Provide Funding for Youth: Apply by February 8
Get Support for Learners Learn about one-time funding to support children, youth and students during the 2020-2021 school year. Find out if you are eligible and how to apply The deadline to apply is February 8, 2021. Apply now You can get financial support to help with additional costs during the 2020-2021 […]
ERCA to Host Virtual Annual General Meeting on January 21
Essex Region –The Essex Region Conservation Authority (ERCA) will hold its Annual General Meeting on Thursday, January 21 at 6:00 pm. The Chair and Vice-Chair will be elected. Agenda items include a review of the preceding year and the recognition of the 2020 Conservation Award Winners. A full copy of […]
Arthur Blackford (January 3, 1956 – January 17, 2021)
Arthur Blackford Passed away peacefully January 17, 2021 at the age of 65 years. Loving husband to Theresa. Beloved father to Jeffrey Blackford (Lonnie) of Calgary Alberta, stepfather to Allen Mullins (Tammy). Best brother to Sue Blackford, Richard Blackford (Katie) of Michigan and the late Roseanne (2005). Art will be […]
The Jack Miner Migratory Bird Foundation Needs Your Assistance
Since 1904, the Jack Miner Migratory Bird Sanctuary has been protecting migratory birds. Each year, the sanctuary has visitors from near and far who come to learn about the important work of Jack Miner in the field of conservation. No visit is complete without a stroll through the historic house […]
Ontario Opens Applications for New Small Business Support Grant
Province Providing up to $20,000 for Eligible Businesses Impacted by Provincewide Shutdown NEWS RELEASE: January 15, 2021 TORONTO — The Ontario government has opened applications for the new Ontario Small Business Support Grant. The grant, first announced in December, provides a minimum of $10,000 to a maximum of $20,000 to […]
Common Sense Health: Questions About the Ketogenic Diet
What is a ketogenic diet? How does it differ and is it more effective than other diets? Apart from the hype surrounding this diet, what are the medical concerns about it? Recent marketing of the ketogenic diet suggests it’s a new one. But a report from the University of California […]
Helen Rose Taylor (July 19, 1930 – January 14, 2021)
Taylor, Helen “Rose” Passed away peacefully on January 14, 2021 at the age of 90 years, with the love of her life Bill by her side. Loving mother of John (Shirley), Susan (John), the late Robert (Heather) and Len. Cherished grandma of Katie, Sarah, Russel, John, Connie, Jessica and Jacob. […]
William Trepanier (March 9, 1953 – January 13, 2021)
Trepanier, William Passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, January 13, 2021 at the age of 67 years. Beloved husband of Katie Teilmann. Loving father of Billy & Erin and Christene & Ray. Step-father to Robert. Pipi to Ethan, Rebecca, Andrew, Liam and Presley. William will be missed by siblings […]
Mary Elizabeth Levergood – January 7, 2021
Mary Elizabeth Levergood, née Bailey, 89, of Dearborn, Michigan, returned to the house of the Father on Thursday, January 7, 2021 due to the consequences of emergency abdominal surgery in August 2020. She passed away at the Canton, Michigan home of her son Richard and daughter-in-law Susan surrounded in her […]
Olga Nagorsen (November 30, 1924 – January 12, 2021)
Nagorsen Ollie (nee Olga Winnikoff) passed away quietly on Jan 12,2021 at age of 96. Loving wife of the late Roy Edmund (2010) for 63 years. Born in Brandon, Manitoba on Nov.30, 1924, youngest daughter of Nicolas and Annie Winnikoff. Predeceased by sisters Mary Shindelar, Nellie Stratos and Vera Gregg. […]
Spotlight On Business: Bonzai Gifts by Pet Nanny
Teal Hallam has always been an animal lover. This love motivated her to work in a vet clinic part-time in high school. Later when she went on to college, she chose to become a vet tech and wildlife rehabilitator. Hallam embarked on her first business, Bonzai Gifts, in 2010 after […]
Province of Ontario to Vaccinate up to 8.5 Million in Phase Two
Province to Expand COVID-19 Immunization Program to Seniors, Frontline Essential Workers in Next Phase of Rollout Plan NEWS RELEASE: January 13, 2021 Office of the Premier TORONTO — The Ontario government is preparing to immunize up to 8.5 million people before the end of Phase Two of the government’s vaccine […]
OPP Recommends Downloading of What3Words Mobile Phone App
DATE: January 12, 2021 (ESSEX, ON) – Essex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is encouraging the public to download the What3Words application on their mobile device. The app has already assisted in other areas of the Province. Recently it brought an incident in Lambton County to a safe conclusion. What3Words […]
VetWrap: Rover’s Resolutions
Well, thank goodness it’s 2021. As we all look forward to a fresh start, it is of course a time for resolutions. While I don’t often make resolutions — mostly because I don’t stick to them, and why upset myself with that disappointment? — this year feels different. It feels […]
Ontario Declares Second Provincial Emergency to Address COVID-19 Crisis Effective Jan. 14
Province Issues Stay-at-Home Order and Introduces Enhanced Enforcement Measures to Reduce Mobility News Release: January 12, 2021 Office of the Premier TORONTO – In response to a doubling in COVID-19 cases over the past two weeks, the real and looming threat of the collapse of the province’s hospital system and […]
Common Sense Health: What You Should Know About a Silent Heart Attack
Lao Tzu, the Chinese philosopher, wrote that “Silence is a source of great strength.” Possibly sound advice in some situations. But for people who’ve had a silent heart attack, silence is far from a virtue. In fact, according to a report from the University of California, up to one half […]
Pet of the Week: Meet Little One
Hello my name is Little One. I’m a reserved 8 year old golden oldie who is looking for his furever home. I’m shy with strangers and I need some time to warm up. I typically like to stay put in one spot and lounge around. I don’t have much interest […]
Kingsville: A Look Back at the Lighthouse
Kingsville Rear Range Lighthouse and dwelling. Photograph courtesy Kingsville Historic Park Here is an old photograph of Kingsville’s lighthouse, dated 1926. This is a story that goes with it. You can find the story here as well. Kingsville Lighthouse Kingsville, Canada’s most southern town, was named after James King, its […]
Andrew Kukucka (March 10, 1941 – January 9, 2021)
Please RSVP to attend visitation by clicking the blue RSVP button here. Masks are mandatory. Andy was born March 10, 1941 in Yugoslavia and passed away on Saturday January 9, 2021 at Windsor Regional Hospital-Ouellette Campus. Beloved husband of Mary Kukucka (nee Pagac). Dear father of Andy Kukucka. Dear grandfather […]
Teacher-Led Online Learning Extends Till January 25 in Southern Ontario
January 7, 2021 TORONTO — As COVID-19 cases continue to rise at an alarming rate throughout the province, the Ontario government, in consultation with the Chief Medical Officer of Health and other health experts, is extending certain measures to keep students, education staff, and residents of Northern Ontario safe. This […]
OPP Encourages Use of Youth Crisis Response Team
(ESSEX CTY, ON) – Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Essex County has seen the regular use of, The Youth Crisis Response Team (YCRT), a valued service which began April 14, 2020. This information is being offered to assist residents on how best to utilize some of the many resources offered by our Mental […]
Pets of the Week: Meet Heath and Pip
Heath and Pip are a bonded pair of best friends who embody the term opposites attract. Heath (11) is a curious and playful kitty who loves attention. Pip (6) prefers the quiet life, he is very timid and shy and would rather keep a low profile and watch his buddy […]
Bobby Ferguson (December 19, 1945 – January 3, 2021)
FERGUSON, Robert “Bobby” Passed away peacefully on January 3, 2020 at Erie Shores HealthCare at 75 years. Bobby is survived by his sister, Lorna (George) Palmer. Predeceased by his parents, Robert Ferguson and Dolly Dee; siblings, Irving Spencer, Dawnna DeLaHamaide, and Bernard Spencer. Survived by nieces and nephews and […]
Put Last Year’s Investment Performance in Perspective
How can you assess your investment portfolio’s performance in 2020? The year was full of wild swings in the financial markets, so your own results may well have bounced around quite a bit, too. But you can still get a clear picture of how you did if you keep your […]
Common Sense Health: It takes guts to have good health
Why is it that some people eat to their heart’s content and never gain a pound, while others gain weight with a glance at the plate? As Bill Gates said, “Life is not fair. Get used to it.” But fair or unfair, is there a complex, unseen system that plays […]
COVID-19 Vaccinations Roll Out for LTC Homes in Windsor-Essex and Other Priority Regions
January 5, 2021 News Release TORONTO — The Ontario government is continuing the rollout of Phase One of its vaccine implementation plan by ensuring that all residents, health care workers and essential caregivers at long-term care homes in the priority regions of Toronto, Peel, York and Windsor-Essex receive a COVID-19 vaccination […]
Art Scoop: A Report from Arts Society of Kingsville January, 2021
Happy New Year! COVID restrictions still prevent us from meeting as usual, so let us introduce you to another lively members of the organization. Meet Randy Bryan, our featured artist for this issue and a “member extraordinaire” of Arts Society of Kingsville. Why extraordinaire? Randy is an enthusiastic artist who […]
Greater Essex County District School Board Announces Online Schooling Begins January 4, 2021
JAN. 4 RETURN TO SCHOOL UPDATE As we enter the new year teaching and learning for GECDSB students will resume on January 4, 2021, however things will be different. While school boards have been directed to have all students participate in remote learning from January 4 – 8 (elementary) and January 4 – 22 (secondary), […]
Spotlight On Business: The Fresh Bee
Pamela Bellemore LoDuca had always wanted to have her own business. Over the past three years, the thought of starting something was constantly on her mind. A friend had mentioned beeswax wraps as a possible business venture. That idea had occurred to LoDuca before and the idea stuck. Her new […]
Anna Meleg (August 21, 1923 – January 1, 2021)
Passed away at WRH -Ouellette Campus, January 1, 2021 at the age of 97 years. Loving wife of the late Paul (2005). Beloved mother of John, Emily, and the late Betty Anne Segatto. Sister of the late John Sokol. Dear teta of Bob Meleg. Anna was 10 years old when […]
Kingsville Community Food Bank Needs for January 2021
The Kingsville Community Food Bank has been here for our residents for many years and that hasn’t changed. Right now as we’re just coming out of the Holiday Season, many people are feeling a greater pinch than usual. COVID-19 has been a game-changer for everyone since last winter. And now […]
Our Community Champion: Dan Levy
Dan Levy Dan Levy speaks highly of his father Ross, giving him full credit for the sense of community he himself holds to so closely today. Dan describes his dad fondly and recalls the many contributions Ross made in the community, with Easter Seals and Rotary being at the forefront. […]
OPP Essex County Detachments Access Restricted During Lockdown
(ESSEX COUNTY, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is taking action to help reduce the risk of spreading COVID-19 by restricting the access to its facilities, including detachments, across the province. The OPP is limiting the processing of routine criminal record checks/vulnerable sector checks and finger printing to essential workers/volunteers only. […]
When Father Christmas Came to Town: A COVID Success Story
Whether you call him Father Christmas, Saint Nicholas, Kris Kringle or one of his many other aliases, we all know Santa Claus is a shrewd fellow. Even COVID-19 couldn’t stump him for long. Stopped in his tracks by a pandemic? No sir! If the children couldn’t come to Santa this […]
Bob Charette (May 25, 1946 – December 27, 2020)
Passed away peacefully December 27, 2020 at the Sun Parlor Home at 74 years. Loving husband of Catherine Charette (nee Jenkins) for 22 years. Adored father of Sue (Derek) Kozar and Chris (Sue) Charette. Cherished papa and grandpa of Rees, Sam, Ben and Kait. Preceded in death by his parents, […]
Common Sense Health: What Did You Learn in Disastrous 2020?
How carefully have you been reading our column over the past year? Take our True or False quiz. #1: Excessive amounts of fructose, one of the main carbohydrates in refined sugar, is converted by the liver into fat. Glucose, the other component of sugar, is burned up as energy by […]
Volunteer Reporters Wanted for Kingsville Times
We’re on the lookout for budding reporters. Want to write for The Kingsville Times? Contact us at info@kingsvilletimes.ca Image by Pexels from Pixabay
Pet of the Week: Meet Eloise
Eloise, 2 year old Female Eloise is a special rabbit that came to the Humane Society as a stray with a badly injured eye that was causing her a lot of pain. The Humane Society team were able to provide Eloise with the care she needed and removed her eye, […]
Update for Water Main Break Repairs on Seacliff Drive
Posted On Monday December 28, 2020 The water main break on County Road 20 (Seacliff Drive) has been repaired and service has been restored to area residents. This was not a typical repair, as the water main was over 15 feet deep once excavated. Staff also encountered two drainage culverts […]
Water Main Break Closes Seacliff Drive From Albuna Townline to Union Avenue
There is a water main break on County Road 20 (Seacliff Dr) at Kenyon Point Road. Environmental Services and our on-call contractor are on-site. The water main passes under municipal drain at this location and is buried deeper than normal. As such, the excavation will encroach into the roadway. The […]
Nature Conservancy of Canada Suggests: Put the Christmas Tree in Your Yard
There’s something a bit sad about having to dispose of your Christmas tree, isn’t there? Whether you’re dropping it off somewhere or having it picked up, it seems a lonely end for this tree after it has contributed to so much pleasure over the holidays. The Nature Conservancy of Canada […]
Town of Kingsville’s Christmas Tree Drop Off 2020
The Town of Kingsville invites you to drop off your Christmas tree at one of the following Christmas Tree drop off locations: – Kingsville Arena – Linden Beach Dog Park – Ruthven Library – Ridgeview Park – Lakeside Park Please refer to your garbage collection calendar if you require a […]
Spotlight On Business: Giffin’s Maple Syrup Products
Giffin’s Maple Syrup Products has been a family business for nearly four decades. Husband and wife team Jean and Don Giffin owned it and ran it together until Don passed away in 2017, leaving Jean alone to handle the business. Their daughter Diane and her husband Adrian decided to help […]
Town of Kingsville Responds to Extended Provincial Lockdown
Premier Doug Ford has announced a province-wide lockdown to address the Covid-19 health crisis in Ontario. This extended provincial lockdown emphasizes the critical importance of adhering to the rules and restrictions in place to protect our community and relieve stress from our increasingly stressed health care system. This lockdown and […]
Susan Zima (1929 – December 19, 2020)
Obituary of Susan Zima Peacefully passed away at Bradford Valley Care Community on Saturday, December 19, 2020. Susan Zima (nee Marko) of Bradford at 91 years of age. Beloved wife of the late Paul Zima. Loving mother of late Paul Jr., Susanne Burlton (Louis Szucs), late Shirley McIlroy and late […]
Pet of the Week: Meet Pepper
Pepper 8 years old Hello, my name is Pepper, I’m a timid and reserved lady. I’m also a golden oldie which means my adoption fee is half price! I need some time to get acquainted with strangers as I don’t trust so easily right off the bat so I need […]
Ontario Shutting Down Provincewide to Stop COVID Spread and Save Lives Saturday, Dec. 26
December 21, 2020 Office of the Premier TORONTO — As COVID-19 cases continue to rise at an alarming rate, the Ontario government, in consultation with the Chief Medical Officer of Health and other health experts, is imposing a Provincewide Shutdown. Additional restrictions will be put into place and reinforce that Ontarians […]
WECHU News Release: Statement on holiday gatherings in Windsor-Essex County
The holidays are here, and we know some of you are making plans to celebrate in person with family and friends. With the recent approval and first administration of a COVID-19 vaccine, we can understand how it may feel like things are coming to an end and that holiday celebrations […]
Common Sense Health: Stay with the happy people
This year, the holidays aren’t what they should be. At least the vaccine’s roll-out brings anticipation that 2021 will see a return to normal. Until then, what would be our health advice to cooped up readers in this unusual holiday season? Here are a few suggestions: Say hello. Connecting with extended […]
Education Gone Airborne
As the holidays approach, the school system is changing once again. Effective December 14, 2020, all Windsor-Essex elementary and secondary schools have returned to the online model, due to the alarming rise in case numbers in the area. More students, staff and civilians have contracted COVID-19, with new cases increasing […]
Doreen Plancke (January 25, 1933 – December 15, 2020)
PLANCKE, Doreen (nee Robertson) Born in Windsor, ON on January 25, 1933, Doreen was the daughter of the late Thomas and Alice Robertson and was the devoted wife of the late Gilbert (Gib) Plancke (2020) for 67 years. Doreen was the youngest of twelve children and was the last remaining […]
Harry Williamson (July 7, 1935 – December 4, 2020)
Passed away peacefully at home, with a scotch in his hand watching out over Lake Erie on December 4, 2020 at the age of 85 years. Predeceased by his loves Carol (1996) and Josie (2019). Loving father to Glen (Diana), Karen and the late Wendy. Stepfather to Patti and Sue. […]
Pet of the Week: Meet Sophie
Sophie, 5 years old Hi my name is Sophie! I’m pretty shy at first and you’ll probably find me hiding under something when you go looking for me. I take a little bit of time to warm up with new people and all it takes is some love, I am […]
Spotlight On Business: My Grind Coffee Co.
While they were out exploring Europe, at one point, Calyn Kir and Mitch Monaco found themselves in an Irish cafe. They enjoyed their time there, sampling coffee selections and as a result an intriguing and exciting idea was born. After the two of them returned home, they teamed up with […]
William Bachmeier (October 29, 1942 – December 12, 2020)
Our brother is now pain free and has gone home to be with His Lord. He has been re-united with his parents John and Monica, his brothers Edward, Norman, Raymond and Tim. He will be missed by his siblings Irene Hauser (Don), Arnelda Evans (late Chris), Ted (late Elaine), Joe […]
Common Sense Health: How Would You Treat Your Own Mother?
It was 1949 and I was making rounds at the Massachusetts General Hospital with Professor Edward D. Churchill, an original thinker who taught medical school students and residents the importance of science in surgical practice. The X-ray showed a small mass in one lung in a very frail elderly lady. […]
Windsor-Essex County Moves to Grey-Lockdown Monday, Dec. 14
December 11, 2020 TORONTO — The Ontario government, in consultation with the Chief Medical Officer of Health, local medical officers of health, and other health experts, is moving seven public health regions to new levels with stronger public health measures, including Windsor-Essex County Health Unit and York Region Public Health […]
WECHU Requires Schools to Shift to Online Learning Monday, Dec. 14
The following statement came from Dr. Wajid Ahmed, Medical Officer of Health for the Windsor-Essex County Health Unit: “Due to the rapid rise in COVID-19 cases in Windsor and Essex County and the evidence of ongoing community transmission, I am issuing a Section 22 order under the Health Protection and […]
Kyle Blythe (April 22, 1974 – December 7, 2020)
Passed away suddenly December 7, 2020 at the age of 46 years, late of London, Ontario. Beloved son of Sharie and the late Harold (2018). Friend to Antonia Gizas. Loving brother of Anita Dolan (Jess). Cherished uncle of Jasmine (Sean) and Jory. Great uncle of Evelyn, Juliette and Josephine. Kyle […]
North 42 Degrees Estate Winery: Our Sparkling Sauvignon Blanc is Magical
A Sparkling bit of Magic! North 42 Degrees Estate Winery’s Platinum medal-winning 2019 Sparkling Sauvignon Blanc is not just for celebrations but with the holiday season upon us it’s a perfect pairing. It’s crisp, fresh, bursting with pineapple, pear and juicy stone and citrus fruit. A subtle sweetness balanced by […]
Pet of the Week: Meet Patches
Hi, I’m Patches! I’m a very friendly and loving feline. I love to be pet all over and adore having my head scratched for me. I’m mellow and love to hangout and lounge around the house with you. I also love to play with catnip filled plush toy mice or […]
Gloria Dawtry (November 18, 1943 – December 4, 2020)
Dawtry, Gloria (Davidson) It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Gloria Dawtry on December 4, 2020 at the age of 77 years. Loving wife of 48 years to Ronald Dawtry. Most cherished mother to Colleen (Bill) Thorpe, Lisa (Lyle) Simpson and Ron (Marisol) Dawtry. Dear grandmother […]
Common Sense Health: Measure Your Coronary Risk with the Omega-3 Index
Heart disease is a leading cause of death in North America. Almost half of all U.S. adults have some type of cardiovascular disease, and in Canada, a woman dies of heart disease every 20 minutes. Heart disease is not often a disease of chance or bad luck. For the most […]
Helen Grace (Wiancko) Pearce (April 23, 1937 – December 2, 2020)
In loving memory of Helen Grace (Wiancko) Pearce born on April 23, 1937 who passed away following a short illness on December 2, 2020. Helen was the sixth child of eleven siblings born and raised on a farm in Ponoka Alberta; her grandfather was a founding pioneer that settled this […]
Kingsville Business Dr. Mark Olivito and Associates Continues to Give
On December 4, 2020 Mr. Tom Harmon, a member of the Kingsville Community Policing Committee (CPC) and Constable Silvano Bertoni of Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Kingsville Detachment attended Dr. Mark Olivito and Associates Dentistry office. With sincere thanks, they received a cheque for $2060 which is proceeds from the annual […]
Father Christmas Comes to Kingsville
Trips to see Santa Claus and sit on his lap have been a Holiday Season tradition for generations. As far back as you can remember, Santa has been pulling off minor miracles every day right up until December 25. Somehow he manages to appear simultaneously in parades, shopping malls, at […]
Kingsville to Close Town Hall to Walk-In Visitors Monday Dec. 7, 2020
With the increase in COVID-19 cases in the region, the Town of Kingsville is closing Town Hall to walk-in visitors effective Monday, December 7th, 2020. In-person visits will be by appointment only, and visitors will need to wear a mask and complete the Town’s screening check-list before entering the building. […]
Windsor-Essex Stays at Red-Control Level While 3 Other Regions Change
Some good news for Kingsville and the area. We are NOT among the three regions in Ontario moving to more restricted levels in the COVID-19 Response Framework. This information came from the Government of Ontario’s official website on December 4, 2020. We will be remaining in the Red-Control Level where […]
VetWrap: Tech in Vet Med
I recently learned that what ’70s and ’80s kids usually think of as the universal sign for “I’m on a phone call” (you know, where you hold your hand up to your ear with your thumb and pinky out) is no longer in use. Ask the same of anyone under […]
Cooper’s Hawk Vineyards: Food and Wine Synergy — Is it real?
Ah, what to order first in a restaurant? The food, or the wine? Decisions, decisions! I think that people are creatures of habit. Some people go straight to the wine list to find their favourites, while others go straight to the food options and choose their wine afterwards. There is […]
Protect Your Finances from Cyberthieves
You’ve no doubt heard reports of personal data being stolen and used for financial fraud — anything from online shopping on your credit cards to actual theft from your financial accounts. This problem won’t go away anytime soon, but you can take steps to defend yourself. Here are a few […]
Pet of the Week: Meet Champagne
Champagne 8 year old Lab Rottweiler Mix Hi, I’m Champagne. I am a sweet golden oldie with lots of love left to give! I like adventures, car rides, camping, heck I even enjoy boat rides! I have seen and done a lot in my time but my time is not […]
Common Sense Health: People in Pain Need Protection from False Pot Promotion
Buyers beware. Falsely labeled products are misleading consumers. There are not 300 mg per gummy, as indicated on this label. There are 10 mg per gummy and 300 mg in the entire container. What’s the worst kind of pain? At the top of the list is debilitating chronic pain that, […]
A Heartfelt Thank You to our Public Works Department
The Kingsville Public Works Department just cleaned and plowed our street of snow this morning December 1, 2020. There were two fellas in the truck. The one was driving and plowing. The other came out of the truck and was actually cleaning the end of every driveway where the plow […]
Kingsville to Cancel Fantasy of Lights Market Place
In light of Windsor-Essex being moved into the Red-Control level of the Province of Ontario’s COVID 19 Response Framework, the Town of Kingsville has canceled its Fantasy of Lights Market Place originally scheduled for December 5th and 6th. The Town will still distribute Breakfast with Santa kits starting December 1st. […]
Windsor/ Essex County Humane Society Celebrates Cyber Meownday
For many years, the Windsor/ Essex County Humane Society celebrated Black Friday with a major pet adoption promotion. This year, we’re using Cyber Monday instead to remind people that they can now find a new furry friend online! Before Covid-19, the idea of shelters adopting out animals through a virtual […]
Snow on the Way? Remember Town of Kingsville’s Winter Control Policies
The weatherman is predicting snow so this is a good time to remind everyone of the Town of Kingsville’s winter control policies. Be aware that on-street parking is not allowed during a winter snow event between midnight and 6 a.m. Parking on the street in that situation nets a $75 […]
Our Community Champions: Linda and Tom Lyman
Linda and son Nathan “If I can bring hope to someone else, that’s all I want.” Linda Lyman’s heartache has guided her through a journey that is now profoundly touching the hearts of hundreds who often do not even have the basic necessities of life. No one knew where Linda […]
OPP Asks Us All To Talk About Fraud
OPP Media Release: Nov. 30, 2020 (ESSEX COUNTY, ON) – In September 2020 Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were made aware of an incident where a resident from the Town of Essex had been contacted through social media and directed to purchase “Google Play” cards. This took place over a period of […]
Windsor-Essex to Move to Red-Control Level on Monday Nov. 30
NEWS RELEASE Framework Introduces Preventative Measures Earlier to Limit Transmission of COVID-19 November 27, 2020 TORONTO — The Ontario government, in consultation with the Chief Medical Officer of Health, local medical officers of health, and other health experts, is moving five public health regions to new levels with stronger public […]
Eileen Sherman (August 1, 1929 – November 25, 2020)
Passed away peacefully in her sleep November 25, 2020 at the age of 91 years. Beloved wife of the late Jack (2014). Loving mother to Lee Queen (Gord), Erin Samson (David), Robin Sherman (Diane), late Richard (1988), and the late Holly (1977). Cherished gramma of Harmony, Skyler, Amber, Jeremy, Jade, […]
Free Virtual Holiday Concert Features Area Children: Jingle All the Way!
We Wish you a Merry Christmas (Ensemble) I’m a performer, choreographer, music theatre instructor, and I’m creating a free children’s virtual holiday concert in the hopes of spreading cheer to seniors and to the greater Windsor Essex community this holiday season! I’m a University of Windsor Bachelor of Arts (Music) grad, […]
Government of Canada Provides Additional Relief Funding to Community Futures Essex County
Businesses and organizations in Essex to benefit from additional support through the Government of Canada’s Regional Relief and Recovery Fund News Release: Community Futures Essex County November 23, 2020 Essex, Ontario Canada’s COVID-19 Economic Response Plan has helped to protect millions of jobs, provide emergency support to families and keep […]
Kingsville Community Food Bank Needs for December
The Kingsville Community Food Bank is always happy to receive your donations. This time of year though, money has to stretch in so many directions, and it just isn’t there for many in our community. And of course COVID-19 has made things even tighter. This means that your donations in […]
‘Together We Dream’ 50/50 Draw Supports Windsor-Essex Children and Youth
United Way/Centraide Windsor-Essex County is excited to announce its first ever Together We Dream 50/50 Draw, supporting vulnerable kids in Windsor-Essex County. The Together We Dream 50/50 Draw will raise funds for United Way while giving participants a chance to win big. The online 50/50 draw replaces United Way’s annual […]
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