September 20th, and the 40th anniversary of Terry Fox Runs across Canada, is quickly approaching. This year will be virtual and the slogan is “One Day. Your Way!” To heighten the awareness of Terry’s virtual run, please wear a Terry Fox T-Shirt on Friday, Sept 18th to work, school or […]
Windsor/ Essex County – As part of a continued effort to address cat overpopulation in Essex County, the Windsor/ Essex County Humane Society is offering our first-ever spay-neuter promotion focused exclusively on barn or farm cats. While the WECHS Veterinary Clinic has long offered services for feral, or “community” cats, many […]
It was every parent’s nightmare. Just before her second birthday in May of 2020, Paisley was diagnosed with high risk acute lymphoblastic leukemia. Within four months of treatment, though, she has received over 20 blood and platelet transfusions. Blood donors give Paisley the chance to wake up healthier with every […]
(KINGSVILLE, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is seeking witnesses to a serious single motor vehicle collision that occurred September 13, 2020 at approximately 10:00 p.m. on County Road 20 west of County Road 45 in Kingsville. A white Infinity Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV) left the roadway and struck a […]
The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is updating the situation at the intersection of Essex County Roads 20 and 23 in Kingsville. OPP, Kingsville Fire Department and Windsor Fire and Rescue Service Hazmat is in attendance and the OPP is evacuating the area due to the current situation involving a gas […]
In loving memory of a wonderful husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. There will always be heartache and many silent tears, But we have our precious memories of the days when you were here. The special years will not return when we were all together, But with the love that’s in […]
For your safety, here is what to expect when you come to the Kingsville Community Centre: – You will need to sign in each time you participate in a program, so that we know who was in the center on a specific date should we have an incident of COVID-19 […]
Kingsville residents may have noticed construction quietly taking place at 215 Division Street North at McCallum Street over the summer. Finishing touches are being put on the new four-bedroom residential home and occupancy for its tenants is previewed for some time between the end of October and early November. The […]
Windsor-Essex County Media Release: On September 10, the Windsor/ Essex County Humane Society (WECHS) hosted its first-ever microchip clinic for dogs, cats, and rabbits. Prior microchip clinic have been focused on dogs and cats, but recognizing that rabbits are the third most common pet in North America, rabbits are now […]
Programs & Events may change without notice. For the time being, KCC is only open on TUESDAYS. All programs are offered at NO COST! Event: Kingsville Community Centre Cafe When: Tuesdays, 9:00 am to noon Place: Kingsville Community Centre, 1860 Division Road North, Kingsville, ON N9Y 2Z1 About: Gather to […]
**All appointments for visitation and the service must be booked ahead of time. Only those with an appointment will be able to attend. Masks are mandatory.** Maria Triferis (nee Economou) passed peacefully at Erie Shores Healthcare on September 8, 2020. She was blessed to be on Earth for 82 years. […]
For many city dwellers stuck indoors and surrounded by concrete, spending time at parks, getting outside hiking and biking have been a welcome reprieve from the day to day. “Demand for backcountry campsites in Ontario’s provincial parks is up 29% from a year ago,” according to a recent Toronto Sun article. “We’re […]
You’ll need to go online if you want a criminal record check done, according to the Essex County Ontario Provincial Police. Applications are no longer being accepted at OPP detachment locations. This was first announced in July, 2020. Criminal record checks will only be accepted and processed for applicants residing within […]
Although meetings are not yet taking place, the majority of A.S.K. members remain active with paintbrushes, canvases, paper, hands and minds. We regret the annual general meeting normally held in April was cancelled during the COVID-19 lockdown. Our present executive will continue with a few changes. Andrea Kubis has agreed […]
Cooper 3 year old hound mix Hi, I’m Cooper! I am a 55 lbs hound dog in need of a loving and understanding home! I have lots of energy so I hope you have time to give me the proper mental and physical activities I need! I also have a […]
A generation or so ago, people didn’t just retire from work — many of them also withdrew from a whole range of social and community activities. But now, it’s different. The large Baby Boom cohort, and no doubt future ones, are seeking an active lifestyle and continued involvement in their […]
Edith Sutherland: Life Celebration September 10 Edith passed away peacefully at the age of 95 years on Friday September 4, 2020. Beloved wife of the late Donald Sutherland(1995). Loving mom to Murray (Judith), Larry and the late Faye Buhler. Cherished grandma to 5 wonderful grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. Aunt […]
Ask a comedian, tennis player, or chef, what’s important in their work. They will tell you, it’s timing. Every year 1,200,000 knees are replaced in North America. And just as comedians need good timing, so too this elective surgery. If COVID-19 concerns have you delaying treatment, you may want to […]
Native Seed Collecting A local Kingsville resident heard that the Essex County Library had a seed library and that we would accept seed donations. What a surprise when she came in with hundreds of seed packets! All locally grown and collected by avid gardeners we happily accepted them! We’ve been […]
Post-lockdown, the first day of school looms over us almost as heavily as the virus we are trying to avoid. Everyone wants the children’s return to be safe, but as the effects of the novel coronavirus continue to develop, it is clear that nothing is certain. “I definitely have mixed […]
Pavilion and Cafe/ Bath House This was the first day of the boardwalk/pier’s opening in July 1930 when it had at least 1,000 people on it several times. About 5,000 people used the boardwalk on the pier extending as far as the sand bar in the lake. Municipal Park and […]
The Town of Kingsville will have a new Chief Administrative Officer soon. John Norton will be stepping into the position of CAO as of Tuesday, Sept. 8, 2020, according to a news update from the Town. Norton was previously the CAO at the Township of Georgian Bluffs. Earlier he spent nine […]
Breaking News … After many decades plying the waters of Lake Erie the stalwart vessel Whispering Winds has finally met an ignominious end. The Cedar Island Yacht Club has been temporarily been turned into a nautical knacker yard when the aging vessel was pronounced unfit for sea duty and condemned […]
Local cyclists are seeing many new faces on their bike trails due to the rise in the sport’s popularity during the COVID-19 pandemic. Bikers from the county are even venturing into the Windsor scene for new trails and new scenery. Owner of Kingsville Cycle Works Kurtis Dobson told the Kingsville Times […]
Interested in learning more about the town of Kingsville’s history? Do you love to pore over old photos of our community? If that’s your situation, the Kingsville Archives has the perfect book for you. “Kingsville, 1790 – 2000: A Stroll Through Time” is a two-volume set, offered in softcover and hardcover […]
Back to school time is coming. With that in mind, members of Ontario Provincial Police West Region have issued a media release reminding drivers to watch out for school buses and students. Slow down when you see a school bus and keep your distance, because buses can stop without much […]
Cosette 6 years old Female Cosette is an extremely sweet and affectionate 6 year old girl. She loves being pet all the time and adores having her head scratched for her. Cosette has no interest in playing with any silly toys and is much happier just being showered with love. […]
Marilyn Farnworth received a poignant letter from the Terry Fox Foundation, marking this 40th anniversary. The letter was written by Terry’s older brother Fred Fox. Marilyn has shared it with the Kingsville Times so that we could share it with you. ********* Forty years ago today, my brother Terry had […]
I’ve found the secret to making large granola clusters so you don’t have to! Trust me, I’ve tried countless recipes and this one does not disappoint. Bonus: it’s free from refined sugars that are often one of the first 3 ingredients in your common store bought granola. The secret is […]
Some believe that every puppy is a blank slate: that there are “no bad dogs, only bad owners.” What one means by a “bad’’ dog is a whole other topic for discussion. However, regardless, I wholeheartedly disagree with the sentiment of this all-too-common phrase. Over the years, I have known […]
August 31st is International Overdose Awareness Day. Join the Ontario Provincial Police along with others around the world in marking this important occasion. If you should become aware of a possible overdose, don’t hesitate to phone 911. Since 2019, the OPP has been raising awareness about the Good Samaritan Drug Overdose […]
Photo of suspect provided by OPP In a news release for Essex County the Ontario Provincial Police Essex County Major Crime Unit has announced a Canada-wide warrant for the arrest of 29-year-old Talita Isola Campbell. Campbell is wanted for attempted murder as well as other firearm-related offences related to a […]
Douglas Ivan Horne (February 20, 1946 – August 29, 2020) Born February 20, 1946 in Kingsville Ontario, passed away peacefully August 29, 2020 at Erie Shores Hospice – Leamington, Ontario. Surrounded by his loving family, predeceased by his parents Arthur (1955) and Faye (1971). Dear brother of the late Margaret (1958), Lorne […]
Alfredo Ferreira (November 21, 1939 – August 29, 2020) Passed away peacefully on August 29, 2020 at Erie Shores Healthcare Leamington, at the age of 80 years.Beloved husband of Maria for 57 years. Loving father and best friend of Tommy Ferreira. Dearest father-in-law of Corrine Ferreira. Devoted and best Grandpa […]
Dr. Paul Dudley White, former Professor of Cardiology at the Harvard Medical School, used to ride his bike to class even in his later years. He remarked, “If you want to see how good your brain is, feel your leg muscles!” Biking may not be for everyone, but research shows […]
Let’s go back to March, 2019 when the Essex County Library did a soft launch of a seed library at two locations: Amherstburg and Essex. Hang on, “what’s a seed library?” you may ask. A seed library “is an institution that lends or shares seed. Different from a seedbank, it’s […]
Ontario Premier Doug Ford released the Operational guidance: COVID-19 management in schools document at a news conference on August 26, 2020. The document is an aid for schools to identify, isolate and decrease the spread of the coronavirus. Premier Doug Ford, Dr. Dirk Huyer, Stephen Lecce, Minister of Education, and […]
Our Miracle Food Drive on June 27th, 2020 was a day of giving, like no other. One day? Believe it or not, it’s still a work in progress! Our area captains divided the municipality of Kingsville into sections and coordinated volunteer pickup routes. Caroline Sitler, Janice Durocher, Andy Dowling, Mandy […]
Traditionally, children in Essex County have headed off to school classrooms in the fall. In the 1980s, though, a few families decided to keep their children at home and parents taught their broods themselves. The first family to homeschool in Kingsville, as far as we know, began in 1988. This […]
Schools are opening soon! The Ministry of Education has been making plans to safeguard the health and safety of all concerned. In ongoing cooperation with the Ministry, the Windsor-Essex County Health Unit has created their Safe Return to School – A Public Health Toolkit for Windsor and Essex County. In […]
Brynlynn Kelly Dayman (nee McFadden) – Life Celebration September 12 Passed away peacefully at her Kingsville home on August 23, 2020, surrounded by her loving family at the age of 57 years. Beloved wife and best friend to Laurie Dayman for 24 years. Adored mother of Rachael Kelly, Stephanie Kelly […]
Boaters at Kingsville’s Cedar Island Marina have been pushing for improvements to the facilities for years. They have requested maintenance and additions such as washroom upkeep, repairs to docks, and the installation of a floating dock for boaters. But they aren’t likely to see the tasks completed any time soon. […]
Jazz 2 months old Meet Jazz! This ADORABLE baby bunny grew up with his mom and siblings in a foster home, but now he is ready to branch off on his own and find a forever family! Jazz is a lop eared Lionhead bunny. He is very curious, likes to […]
September is just around the corner and so is the 40th anniversary of Terry Fox Runs across Canada. It’s the first time in its history that it will be going virtual and not an in-person event. Hence, the slogan is “One Day. Your Way”! Last year our Kingsville site raised […]
LTW Transit is a bus system running from Leamington to Windsor and making stops in Kingsville and Essex. Or rather, it was running. But service had to come to a full stop this past March during the COVID-19 lockdown. While this was considered necessary at that time it caused dismay […]
Judi Lacey and Brian Isaacs are cruising what looks like a Caribbean vacation paradise but it is in reality the pristine waters of Cedar Island Marina here in Kingsville. Cedar Island Yacht Club has throttled back its activities due to the current virus restrictions but we did manage to have […]
A gardener’s eye is a roving eye. Wherever one travels, be it far away destinations or closer to home ‘staycations,’ the gardener is always on the lookout for the beautiful or unusual. A few days ago, our region was blessed with a joyful string of perfect summer days — when the […]
Why don’t we learn from history? Years ago, Australians began to use mixtures of powders containing Aspirin, codeine, phenacetin and caffeine to ease pain. By the 1970s, 25% of those dying of kidney disease had consumed too much of this powder. They also suffered hardening of arteries (atherosclerosis) and heart […]
Although our branches have been closed to the public, there has been a lot of activity going on behind our doors. Staff have been busy inventorying EVERY single item in our system! You can imagine the time involved in scanning, cleaning and weeding books, magazines, DVD’s, CD’s, audiobooks. Whew! Our […]
Here’s an aerial view of Cedar Beach. You can see the Cedar Beach Lodge and Cedar Beach cabins. The date of the photo is unknown. Photo courtesy of the Kingsville Archives.
This is a tough time for parents, children, teachers, and anyone connected to the education system. Because there’s a day of reckoning looming and it seems like there isn’t enough solid information available to help parents with the important decisions they’re facing. No longer is it an easily made assumption […]
The arts are being profoundly affected by COVID-19. Live performers, musicians and artisans have seen their live shows cancelled, and retail or gallery spaces close. While some sectors of the economy slowly re-open, artists will continue to struggle with uncertain futures. Pelee Island is fortunate to have had some prominent […]
I recently watched a YouTube video by Dr. Tannetje Crocker demonstrating what it’s like to be working in veterinary medicine today. In the video, she used the simple child’s toy Connect 4 — in which each piece fits into its designated open slot — to show how vet clinics schedule […]
Goomba 4 years old Goomba is a very friendly and affectionate boy. He always comes running for pets and specifically loves to have his chin scratched. Goomba also loves to cuddle and lounge around on the sofa with you. To get your attention he likes to headbutt, and if that […]
It’s a shame when you are slowly dying from a disease you don’t know you have. To boot, what a tragedy if there is a cure. Yet this ignorance is a reality for many aging boomers who don’t know that they are infected with the hepatitis C virus. Anyone can […]
Premier Doug Ford announced on August 12, 2020 that Ontario will be allocating $1.6 billion in phase 1 emergency funding under the Safe Restart Agreement with the federal government. The goal is to help municipalities offset operational costs and assist municipal transit systems. Funding will be allocated to all 444 […]
Hello Kingsville! We are so excited to be able to join the Kingsville Times online! The last several months have been a challenge for us all. Our hope is that the Essex County Library can help by offering quality reading material, streaming TV shows, movies, documentaries and so much more. […]
Here’s a beautiful black and white photo of the bath house at Kingsville’s Lakeside Park. You can see the pavilion up above to the left in the background. The date of the photo unknown. Photo courtesy of the Kingsville Archives.
The Legion, Branch 188 Kingsville invites students who graduated from high school in June 2020 to apply for its 2019-2020 bursaries. If your parent is a member of Branch 188, you can apply for a $500 bursary. If a family member has served in the Canadian Armed Forces, there are […]
You may have seen people out walking on the street, with a pole in each hand. They look like they’re using ski poles, but they’re not schussing down the slopes. It’s more like cross-country skiing without the snow. Or the skis. This activity goes by a few names. It’s been […]
This week’s pet of the week is … baby hamsters! That’s right, we have multiple pets of the week because the Humane Society has lots of hamsters! These little guys came from 4 separate litters when their moms were surrendered to the Humane Society all expecting. After growing up in […]
It is just a simple chip onto the green. Golfers of Kingsville have turned the sport into a booming business during the COVID-19 pandemic. Even with all of the social distancing, cleaning precautions, plexiglass, masks and risks a day out might bring during the course of the pandemic, the sport […]
Kingsville will be joining the rest of Ontario as Windsor-Essex County enters Stage 3 of reopening on Wednesday, August 12 at 12:01 a.m. The region has been seeing fewer new cases of COVID-19 recently, and our hospitals have gained greater capacity. These were key developments necessary for the government’s plan […]
The lazy, dog days of summer are upon us. Spells of hot, sticky, humid weather preclude much outdoor activity in tending to our gardens and yards. But what joy when we get those perfect summer days as in this past week, with intense blue skies, fluffy white clouds, and freshened […]
An effective vaccine against the coronavirus may be the only way to end the pandemic. Wouldn’t we all love a return to social normalcy and easier sleep? But until scientists deliver a vaccine, or until the virus runs its course and goes away, we need to use other measures. Among […]
Typically, at this time of the year, as Run Organizer for our Kingsville Terry Fox Run, I am reaching out to individuals and companies to ask for support either by financial means or goods and services. As 2020 moves forward, the year looks very different for all of us, and our […]
SJ 7 Years old Male Hi, I’m SJ! I’m a 7 Year old Domestic Short Hair! I Used to have a home that I loved, But you see my owner was moving somewhere where I would then need to share my space with other animals so they decided it just […]
Ontario Premier Doug Ford announced on Tuesday, August 4 that Windsor-Essex will be remaining in Stage 2 because of COVID-19 increases. The region has had cases in nursing homes and agribusiness, and numbers have been creeping up in the community as well. In the province of Ontario, decisions are made […]
The grass had a coating of frost as we pulled into the long driveway. The house was red brick and seemed friendly enough. My father braked and the Olds came to a stop. Our first night in the Dickson house. Bags were unpacked, pj’s and bedding hauled inside. My room […]
Are vets funny? My husband would undoubtedly say NO. However, I beg to differ. While I myself cannot claim to have the wit it takes to be truly funny, there are definitely some vet personalities that fit the bill. There is of course The Original Vet personality, James Herriot, author […]
As an investor, you’ll always need to deal with risk of some kind. But how can you manage the risk that’s been made clear by the recent volatility in the financial markets? The answer to this question may depend on where you are in life. Let’s look at some different […]
Good day, Kingsville. As President of the Kingsville Lions Club, I will be sharing information about the Lions Club and what we do. We will start with a few simple facts and go from there. The Kingsville Lions Club was chartered in May, 1933. We are known for our 87 […]
Media Release July 29, 2020 United Way invests over $1.3 million in emergency funding to support community programs in Windsor-Essex County Windsor, ON – As a trusted partner of the Government of Canada, United Way/Centraide Windsor-Essex County is allocating $1.34 million in funding to support the needs of vulnerable community members […]
While many beaches across the province may be experiencing higher than normal volumes of people looking to get outdoors, most beaches on Pelee Island remain quiet, natural and undisturbed. High water and wind direction certainly affect beach conditions on Pelee Island, and contribute to the ever-changing landscape on our shores. […]
Elliot 4 years old Male Elliott is a super sweet and very loving feline. He loves being pet and adores head scratches. Elliott is always purring and looking for more affection wherever he can find it. He loves being around you and getting showered with lots and lots of love. […]
Summer student Hanna Boutros The Kingsville Archives is pleased to announce that once again we will have a summer student working in the Archives. This will be Hanna Boutros’ third summer with us, working under the Canada Summer Student Grant, and because of her past summers with us, little or […]
OP-ED “Policing by Consent” Can we protect and serve the old-fashioned way? Violence by police against persons of colour sparked global advocacy and activism like “Black Lives Matter,” slogans like “I Can’t Breathe” and “Driving While Black,” and high-profile public protests like famous athletes “taking a knee.” While many acts […]
Eleanor Scratch chaperoning the June 1963 Grade 8 Beach Party (Gosfield South Area Public School). This was held on the beach in front of the Lakeshore Terrace Hotel. Nice looking beach! Photo taken by Jerry Ogle
Are you sufficiently prepared for another crisis? What might possibly be the next disaster? You might argue, we are not yet out of the mess of the current one. And this should have us all thinking about keeping stock of essential supplies. Have you got the things you need? Hopefully […]
The fourth and most recent extension of the closure of the Canada-U.S. border to non-essential travel has left the small community of Pelee Island in the middle of some heated debate among local and international taxpayers. With over a third of the island land owners residing stateside, most wonder when […]
The town of Kingsville’s pickleball players will hopefully be getting their paddles in full swing come spring, 2021. Pickleball has been around for at least 40 years and has been resurrected in the past 10 years, according to Irene Myers, chairperson of the Kingsville Pickleball Inc. fundraising committee. Pickleball is […]
38 Wigle Street No, not the masks we are wearing, for they need to be over our nose … but could your COVID- weary self use a lift in spirits? Here’s a simple inexpensive treat — hop in your vehicle and go for a slow, leisurely exploration around the streets […]
The Kingsville Business Improvement Area (KBIA) was created by the Town of Kingsville in 1979 to help all local businesses succeed by establishing Kingsville as Essex County’s premier shopping, business and dining destination. The KBIA works to create optimum conditions for all Kingsville businesses to flourish, through the promotion of […]
Pantera 1 year old Female Pantera is a timid and very sweet girl. She needs some time to become comfortable in new environments and with new people. Pantara tends to enjoy staying in the safety of her own bed and doesn’t mind you joining next to her and giving her […]
What does architecture mean to the people of Kingsville? What value does it hold? Can this value be lost or modified? Can it change into something unrecognizable? What will Kingsville look like next year? In five years? In 25 years? In 100 years? Will the past have informed the present? […]
Got questions? “Ask Kiki” is your local advice column for relationship woes, employment concerns and life issues. Today, Stuck in the Middle has questions and Kiki has answers: Q/ Hi Kiki, How can I have it all? I’ve been a homemaker for years but now that my kids are older […]
I just love storms. One of the (many) reasons I enjoy living in the Kingsville area, is the frequency of intense storms. (Yes, I have even contemplated a “storm-chasing vacation” – I’ll let you google that later if you have not heard of this.) With Windsor being one of Canada’s […]
Maybe you’re trying to avoid dairy, wheat and gluten, or maybe you just like trying new things. And just maybe you are going to love these pancakes. This recipe replaces wheat with almond flour. Instead of the traditional milk it calls for almond milk. Coconut oil takes the places of […]
Visiting the dentist is rarely a high priority, even in the best of times. We can always find reasons for delay. But what level of coronavirus threat should justify more waiting? There is increasing concern that all these closures of “non-essential” healthcare service providers may, in some cases, be doing […]
This is a photo of the east dock looking north towards the lighthouse at the top of the hill. The powerhouse and fishing shanties on the dock can also be seen. Date of the photo is unknown. Photo courtesy of the Kingsville Archives
We are delighted to join the new Kingsville Times to bring readers up to date on associated activities with this Society, and to welcome its readers to join us when health authorities allow. In the meantime please visit our website: www.artssocietyofkingsville.ca to meet some of the artist members and read about the […]
Hugo 11 years old Hugo likes to lounge around when he’s left alone and loves to be all over you when you’re around. He adores being pet more than anything and is always looking for more. Hugo is a little curious about some toys but would rather be pet than […]
How are you weathering the heat? That can be quite a challenge here in Kingsville during the Dog Days of July. If you have air conditioning, you may not be obsessed with the need to find relief. But if you don’t have A/C, it can be a different story. Where […]
The Dickson Avenue house was my mother’s dream. She came from a predominantly English-speaking town in the eastern townships where, in those days, being English meant you had it made in the shade. Her father owned an insurance agency and she remembered the depression years as more or less having […]
Open Streets Kingsville was devised as a way to jump-start the business community after the town had progressed to Stage 2 of re-opening on Tuesday, July 7, 2020. It didn’t take long for a plan of action to be put into motion, and patios to be prepared, for the very […]
On April 1, ferry service to Pelee Island resumed on schedule replacing the winter air service that residents rely on from December to March. COVID-19 has changed the way people travel afar, and right here in Windsor/ Essex/ Pelee Island too. The Pelee Islander began modified service with restricted access […]
Over the past couple of weeks in our lovely Town of Kingsville, you may have wondered at a vehicle driving slowly down your street or road, as if looking for an address. Maybe you saw this same vehicle repeating the rather odd behaviour on yet another day. In another neighborhood, […]
The pouring of drinks was accompanied by the warm temperatures and familiar scents of summer this weekend. Open Streets Kingsville was a celebration as business owners got a refreshing approval from the province for Stage 2 reopening. This stage does not include indoor dining, according to Ontario.ca. Restaurants can only […]
Premier Doug Ford announced at a news conference on July 13 that much of Ontario will be able to move to Stage 3 of reopening later this week. Windsor-Essex County, along with the Greater Toronto Area and some areas in Southern Ontario, will remain in Stage 2. We entered Stage 2 […]
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