Kingston News

• Kingston councillor’s firefighter application causes controversy

  Kingston's integrity commissioner may be asked to investigate a vote by a councillor to fast-track the hiring of more career firefighters – a job he himself has applied for.

  Fire

  Jun 1
  
• Ontario university researchers attempt to put price tag on value park brings to a city

  We all know that parks are often the heart of neighbourhoods, providing a place for people to play and make connections with neighbours, but how does one place a value on that?

  Canada

  May 17
  
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• Kingston-based dog trainer reflects on making Westminster

  After 18 years of training Whippets, Elisa Holland and her beloved dog Daisy from Kingston, Ont., competed at the Westminster Kennel Club in the U.K., the pinnacle of dog shows.

  Canada

  May 12
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• How Ontario residents can watch this week’s planetary alignment

  On Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday evenings, Ontarians will have an opportunity to check out a rare celestial event as five planets are expected to align within view.

  Canada

  Mar 28
• Kingston, Ont. environmental group granted ‘party status’ for Davis Tannery land appeal

  One of the environmental groups leading the charge against the Davis Tannery land development got some good news Tuesday as the appeals process got underway.

  Canada

  Feb 21
• Police in Kingston, Ont. arrest 58-year-old man in relation to sexual assault

  Kingston police arrested a 58-year-old man following a report of a a woman who had been sexually assaulted the evening of Jan. 19 while in a secluded area.

  Crime

  Jan 25
• Kingston, Ont. brewery harnessing carbon capture technology

  Mackinnon Brothers Brewing Co. near Kingston, Ont., is using new equipment to capture CO2 emissions. The green tech could help save the planet, and a few bucks, too.

  Environment

  Jan 24
• Trespass notices issued to homeless campers at Belle Park in Kingston, Ont.

  Unhoused individuals living in Belle Park in Kingston were served with eviction notices Friday. City staff say they are working with community partners to relocate those affected.

  Lifestyle

  Jan 6
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• Kingston police issue warning following release of high-risk offender

  Kingston police have shared information about the release of a high-risk offender into the community, and are issuing a safety notice to the public.

  Crime

  Dec 20, 2022
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• New Wolfe Island, Amherst Island ferries remain docked for over a year

  The new ferries have been docked at Picton terminal for over a year, going unused. The Ontario Ministry of Transportation blames an industry-wide seafarer shortage.

  Traffic

  Dec 15, 2022