Local News KINGSTON
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Motorists see spike in prices at the pumps in Kingston and across Canada
Average price for a litre of gas is around $1.37, expected to go up another 3 cents on Thursday.
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Kingston Police monitoring Middle East conflict, adding more officers
They say there are no public safety concerns but residents are being asked to be vigilant.
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A good time had by all at the Kingston Canadian Film Festival
Thousands flocked to the city over the course of five days attending comedy shows, concerts, and the best of Canadian film.
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Cataraqui Conservation urges study of 401 high-speed rail route
The conservation authority wants a station stop in Kingston while protecting local waterways and conservation lands.
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OPP warns of rising police-impersonation scam targeting residents
Scammers rely on urgency, intimidation, and fear — often threatening arrest or legal consequences — to force quick compliance.
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Spring thaw could bring higher water levels in Cataraqui Region
A combination of an unusually deep snowpack, a forecast of rising temperatures and significant rainfall is expected to trigger an early and pronounced spring freshet.
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Two Kingston men charged after fentanyl seizure in Belleville and Kingston
Crystal methamphetamine and a quantity of Canadian currency were also seized.
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Police seeking person of interest in Kingston mall theft
A business kiosk at Cataraqui Centre was broken into on Feb 24.
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Kingston Coldest Night of the Year sets record numbers
More than 200 people turned out and raised over $79,000 to help the homeless.
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OFA adding their name to opposition of high-speed rail line
The OFA President is calling on the federal government to pause the project until there are more consultations.
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Queen's students among those stranded in Middle East in wake of airstrikes
The university confirmed that 16 students and one faculty are stuck in Doha, Qatar.
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Tax season warning: police say CRA scam surge is targeting Canadians now
Police say fraudsters are sending fake emails, text messages and making phone calls designed to steal personal and financial information.
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Kingston Home and Garden Show returns this spring
There will be around 100 vendors at the Cataraqui Community Centre this April.
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Report suggests a decline in use of force by Kingston Police Service
66 reports were filed in 2025 compared to 82 in 2024.
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Ontario communities push back as Alto high-speed rail plan sparks outrage
MP Michael Barrett says he has heard from constituents worried about damage, costs, economic and environmental impacts that the proposed rail line could bring.
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Kingston water report reveals what’s really in your tap
Utilities Kingston publishes 2025 quality results.
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UPDATE: West-end Kingston crash could affect morning commute
Police say two vehicles were involved in a crash on Taylor Kidd Blvd on Sunday.
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Stone Mills residents raise concerns over Alto high-speed rail southern route
There was a full house at the Tamworth Legion for the meeting on Saturday.
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That old prom dress in your closet could change a student’s life
Dress for Success Kingston launches Glamour for Grad to provide free dresses and styling support this April.
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Holiday helpers came through for the UHKF in their fundraising campaign
More than $775,000 was raised for Kingston Health Sciences Centre, Providence Care, and other health-care services.
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Gananoque Fire Chief leads team through annual ice rescue exercises
The training will take place at the marina on Saturday.
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Coldest Night of the Year in Kingston is this weekend
It goes Saturday afternoon starting at Kingston Gospel Temple.
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Tyendinaga Township leaders push back against $90B southern high speed rail route
The mayor is worried the rail line would divide the township into north and south sections.
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Robotics, construction and culinary skills on display at St. Lawrence College for LDSB competition
Annual Limestone event highlights hands-on learning for elementary and secondary students.
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Bif Naked bares her soul at Kingston Canadian Film Festival screening
Pop-punk icon draws fans to powerful documentary and live performance in downtown Kingston.
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Fatal Highway 401 collision near Gananoque under investigation
A Gatineau, Québec man was pronounced dead at the scene.
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Southeast Public Health advances merger work, reports projected surplus
Unaudited 2025 financial results show a projected $3.6 million surplus.
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Downtown Kingston BIA announces new live music festival
The RoadTrip Music Festival will take place Sept 12.
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South Frontenac Fire and Rescue sounding the alarm on low propane tanks
They say tanks that are low on propane often results in furnaces and appliances not working and may trigger carbon monoxide alarms.
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Greater Napanee community group pitches multipurpose sports facility to town council
They say the ideal facility would include courts, turf fields, walking tracks, bleachers, and change rooms.
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"Youngblood" remake kicks off Kingston Canadian Film Festival
A sold-out gala at the Isabel Bader Centre saw a new version of an 80s classic.
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KNCLN helping make displaced Kashechewan residents feel at home
More than 200 of the 3,000 evacuated from the First Nation community are being housed in Kingston.
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Opposition leaders stopped by Kingston
Marit Stiles and John Fraser were in town with their respective parties this past week.
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Free surgeries stop thousands of unwanted pets on World Spay Day
Ontario SPCA performed 227 spay and neuter surgeries on Tuesday.
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More military housing coming to CFB Kingston
The federal government plans to spend $3.7 billion on new housing stock for the military.
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Police warn of crypto scam targeting Eastern Ontario businesses posing as inspectors
Business owners and employees are being urged to take precautions.
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Stranded in Puerto Vallarta as violence shuts airport, Canadians told to shelter
Two residents from Eastern Ontario are caught in the violence.
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Measles case in Kingston prompts public health warning about possible exposures
People may have been exposed at three different locations in Kingston.
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Off-Duty OPP officer spots reckless driver on 401, leads to impaired charge
An 81-year-old from Kingston will be in a Brockville court in March.
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Queen's grabs top spot for singles in Canada
The university is also the best place to find a future spouse.
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Inquest launched into the 2019 death of Kingston man by police
Evan Freeman died during a confrontation with police after stabbing two people, one fatally.
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Opting out of federal gun buyback program came down to money: Kingston police chief
Adam MacIntosh says they are still able to take firearms off the street without implementing the program.
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Frontenacs' Betts receives goalie of the week honours
The 17-year-old was 2-1 in three games last week with a 2.01 GAA.
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UPDATE: Passengers injured in bus crash on 401 in Odessa
8 people were taken to hospital with serious but non-life threatening injuries.
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Dream come true for Kapuskasing woman who won Kinsmen Dream Home Lottery
Francine and Mitch Bedard are moving to Kingston to be close to family.
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Police investigating 'smash-and-grab' type thefts in downtown Kingston
They are looking a suspect that was carrying black and grey backpack.
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Tyendinaga physician 'surprised' of her Order of Ontario appointment
Dr. Jamaica Cass is one of 30 named to the 2025 class.
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Don’t miss this deadline: Kingston interim property taxes due Friday
City reminds property owners that late payments could lead to penalties.
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Award-winning roots concert raises funds for Kingston families with sick children
Almost Home benefit concert at The Spire brings music and community support together.
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Frontenacs fall short in overtime heartbreak against Niagara
Fronts rally on Fight Cancer Night but lose 4-3 in extra time to IceDogs
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Frontenacs score early and often in win over Battalion
Robin Kuzma scored twice for Kingston who snapped a four-game losing streak.
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UPDATE: Have you seen Kimberly? Kingston police ask for help finding missing 54-year-old woman
Kingston Police say Kimberly was found safe
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FlixBus adds Queen’s University stop, giving students direct rides to Toronto and Ottawa
New Kingston campus location offers daily service and affordable intercity travel.
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Six rising stars compete for $20,000 at national piano showdown in Kingston
Isabel Bader Centre announces semi-finalists for 2026 Bader & Overton Canadian Piano Competition.
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Kingston Council wants Circular Materials and Emterra to address recycling headaches
A motion was passed to have the two companies take immediate steps.
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New Spruce Health Hub aims to close primary care gaps in Kingston
FLA OHT and Maple Family Health Team partner on community-focused health space.
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Kingston marks 10 years since Truth and Reconciliation report with powerful community event
City Hall gathering to reflect on progress and challenges since 94 Calls to Action.
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Kingston Police looking for hit and run vehicle
A pick-up truck struck a parked vehicle in the downtown last week.
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Hydro One planned outage rescheduled
New date is Sun Mar 1 from 6 am to 10 am.
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March Break fun returns with March of the Museums
It's a week-long celebration hosted by Loyalist Township.
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Krista Foss named new Kingston WritersFest Festival Director
The acclaimed author and editor brings experience in organizing and managing festivals.
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Southeast Public Health pauses rural strategy, launches strategic plan review
The public health board will hire a third-party consultant to develop a comprehensive strategic plan and establish a clear long-term vision.
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Queen's University mourning the passing of their former principal and vice-chancellor
Bill Leggett was a world-renowned biologist and was the 17th principal and vice-chancellor at Queen's.

