Homecoming
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Construction to close Kingston’s Aberdeen Street during Queen’s HomecomingKingston’s Aberdeen Street will undergo reconstruction this summer, affecting homecoming celebrations. The project aims to support housing growth and improve pedestrian safety.CanadaJun 7
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Cleanup begins after Queen’s University homecomingCleanup began before noon on Sunday following the 2023 edition of Queen's University homecoming, which saw students and police spend the day on the streets.CanadaOct 22, 2023
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Kingston Police, city officials prepare for Queen’s HomecomingQueen's University Homecoming starts Friday and the city's police force, bylaw department as well as university officials are gearing up for a busy few days.CanadaOct 19, 2023
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First responders wrap up 2023 Western University homecoming weekendAn estimated 10,000 people attended unsanctioned homecoming street parties in London, Ont., throughout Saturday, with approximately 7,000 people remaining into the evening.CanadaSep 26, 2023
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Police experienced no big problems during Guelph homecomingJust one arrest was made. Twenty-one tickets, mostly for open liquor, were issued. No injuries were reported.CanadaSep 25, 2023
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University of Guelph prepares for annual homecomingTens of thousands of people are expected to be in the Royal City for this weekend's homecoming festivities.CanadaSep 22, 2023
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‘Be respectful’: Local officials prepare for 2023 Western University HoCoLast year, nearly 7,000 people were on Broughdale Avenue and surrounding streets at the height of the unsanctioned event on Saturday.CanadaSep 21, 2023
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Kingston Police likely to go over budget by year’s endThe police force says unforeseen costs like overtime to police the University District are contributing to the increase in spending.PoliticsSep 19, 2023
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London police spent $265K on patrols for 2022 Western University homecoming: reportThe recent HoCo price tag marks a $9,057 increase from the so-called “fake homecoming” in 2021 which London Police says cost taxpayers $256,098.CanadaMar 23, 2023
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Kingston Police facing $1.3 million budgetary deficit for 2022After a very busy year for police including multiple homicides, investigations and unsanctioned street parties, the police are facing a sizeable deficit for 2022.CanadaFeb 16, 2023
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