Local News KINGSTON
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Kingston Police looking for missing youth in Rideau Heights
15-year-old Peyton was last seen on Weller Ave Tuesday heading to Curtis Cres.
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Gaels football players shine in CFL draft
Henning went 2nd overall to the Argos, Elks take Pace while Kpehe heads to Calgary.
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St. Lawrence corridor could turn the page on spring as warmer summer signals emerge
Meteorologist David Phillips says people in Kingston and along Eastern Ontario can expected a more warmer-than-normal season.
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Pedestrians struck by projectiles from air rifle in moving vehicle: Kingston Police
Investigators are looking into a pair of incidents in the Russell-Patrick and Park-Palace areas.
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Ontario mourns after OPP officer killed in line of duty
Sergeant Brandon Malcolm died while on duty Monday in Cobourg.
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Closing the Gap: HPV Awareness Push Targets Men
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Kingston Police search for missing 34-year-old man
Charles was last seen in the Victoria St.-Concession St. area last Thursday.
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RND kitchen reopens for Kingston's Food Sharing Project lunch program
The new food sharing hub will help prepare meals for up top 1,500 students a week.
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Online autism program at St. Lawrence College opens doors for students anywhere
New fully online graduate certificate aims to expand access to in-demand behavioural science training.
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Police searching for three suspects in north end home invasion
Investigators say four people entered a home in the John Counter-Montreal area on April 15, one person was arrested.
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Major drug and phone seizure at Kingston prison
A drone was intercepted by officers at Collins Bay Institution on April 18.
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Meet the students shaping local school decisions next year
The Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board have named their student trustees for 2026-27.
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Spire wins $10K in national Next Great Save contest
The group are putting their winnings into upgrading their heating system.
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BGC South East complete their operation review with flying colours
They were successful in meeting standards in five keys areas.
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Kingston Navy lets public try sailor life for a day
HMCS Cataraqui open house offers hands-on look at Naval Reserve with more events planned.
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Boating tragedy on St. Lawrence claims Ottawa man
Leeds County OPP were called an area off Grenadier Island about a boat capsized.
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Kingston runner turns heads dressed as Gord Downie at Boston Marathon
Toronto firefighter Joseph Reid honours a Canadian icon while raising awareness on an international stage.
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Want to run Kingston? Here’s when you can officially sign up
Nomination period for 2026 municipal election opens May 1 with new tools to help candidates prepare.
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Driver charged after Highway 401 police pursuit ends in crash with cruisers
OPP found suspected meth inside vehicle that had also collided with a pair of cruisers.
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City holds virtual open house on second draft of Official Plan
Residents will see how the draft builds on community input received to date.
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Local MPP weighs in on new alcohol rules in Ontario parks
Steve Clark believes people are responsible enough to abide by the new rules.
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Volunteers recognized at UHKF volunteer awards
Two groups and two individuals were honoured in a ceremony at Cataraqui Golf and Country Club.
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Truck safety blitz in Kingston pulls 13 vehicles off the road in one day
Dozens of inspections lead to charges as police warn about risks from unsafe commercial vehicles.
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Cancer screening gaps persist as Daffodil Month nears its end
Experts warn missed screenings and mental health factors could have lasting impacts across Canada.
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SIU says body pulled from vehicle in Lake Ontario near Napanee
A vehicle drove into the water after OPP attempted to make a traffic stop.
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Expanded BYOB rules will be a no-go in Kingston
Council rejected recommendations by staff to look further into the matter.
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Fatal crash shuts down Bath Road overnight
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Save South Frontenac delivers progress report to community
In the three months since the group's formation, opposition to the high-speed rail line is growing.
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Author, journalist named as new Festival Director at Kingston WritersFest
Bruce Geddes takes over from Krista Foss who stepped down earlier this week.
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Fourth person charged in Smiths Falls homicide investigation
Three people are already facing charges in the death of Robbie Thomson including a Kingston man.
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SIU invokes mandate after vehicle avoids traffic stop near Bath, ends up in Lake Ontario
There is no word as to the number of occupants in the vehicle at the time of crash.
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Smile Cookies are back—and this project could transform how kids play in Kingston
Campaign launch supports push for fully accessible, inclusive playground in the city.
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OPP record check times drop sharply after major review
Current average turnaround times is approximately 10 days, well below the service standard of 30 days.
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Bell customers in Kingston being targetted in scam: police
They say callers are impersonating as Bell employees asking for access to customer's devices.
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Tax season stress? Expert shares tips to beat anxiety and get organized
The deadline to file is April 30.
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Kingston’s new soccer era begins—Sentinels tickets now on sale
Semi-pro men’s and women’s teams set to kick off inaugural season April 25 at INVISTA Centre.
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World champs on hand for Grand Slam of Curling launch in Kingston
Jennifer Jones and Rachel Homan were at the kick-off event at Cataraqui Golf and Country Club.
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First Giveaway Day of 2026 in Kingston goes this Saturday
Residents can put unwanted items to the curb and bargain hunters can pick them up for free.
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Residents in Kingston being urged to protect pets and humans from tapeworm
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She rebuilt her life in Kingston—now this newcomer lawyer is winning a top award
Refugee-turned-lawyer honoured for helping others navigate Canada’s immigration system.
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Arden search warrant leads to stolen property recovery
An investigation by Frontenac OPP lead to an arrest, and a warrant is out for another suspect.
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Kingston kids in military families get spotlight—and you can help them win big
Teal Up campaign and 50/50 fundraiser support local military children through May 6.
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Kingston celebrates everyday heroes during National Volunteer Week
Kingston highlights impact of local volunteers as part of nationwide recognition from April 19 to 25.
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Williamsville makeover begins Monday—here’s how it will transform Princess Street
Major multi-year construction project in Kingston aims to modernize infrastructure and improve safety for all road users.
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Kingston cracks down on tree cutting with new temporary bylaw
Kingston bans most clear cutting as it works toward long-term woodland protections.
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Thousands turn out to Kingston Home and Garden Expo
There were over 100 vendors at the Cataraqui Community Centre and everyone liked what was offered.
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Teen driver's wild ride through Kingston ends in arrest
Police say high-speed driving, red light run and sidewalk escape led to criminal charges.
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A Queen's group looks to put pressure on City to restore Sir John A Macdonald statue
A petition is being circulated calling on the City of Kingston to put the statue back at City Park.
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High water warning extended in Cataraqui Region as rain pushes streams to dangerous levels
Widespread flooding is not expected, but some low-lying areas are seeing localized water pooling.
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Three newcomers to Kingston are honoured for their entrepreneurial spirit
Natalie Zhang, Siziwe Bebe, and V. Ophelia Rigault were winners in the 4th annual Kingston Newcomer Entrepreneur Awards.
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Kingston residents invited to join global nature challenge this April
Four-day event encourages locals to document wildlife across the city.
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Standoff at Kingston's Henry Trail halfway house
Police say someone in the facility was in distress and there is no threat to public safety.
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Local MP weighs in as Carney Liberals hit majority after by-election wins
Michael Barrett says the Conservatives remain committed to keeping their promises.
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Kingston’s biggest home and garden event is back—and it’s free to attend
Local experts, fresh ideas and spring inspiration take over Cataraqui Community Centre this weekend.
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Suspect being sought in theft at downtown Kingston grocery store
A security guard was assaulted after a man was seen taking items and leaving the store without paying.
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Kingston Archdiocese celebrates bicentennial milestone
Organizers say the celebration is part of a broader year-long program recognizing two centuries of Catholic presence and growth in the region.
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Canadian Wildlife Federation opens nominations for Conservation Awards
The awards highlight conservation efforts that support biodiversity, ecosystems, and long-term environmental sustainability.
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Greater Napanee Council hears high-speed rail is “how and not if” as decision delayed
The issue was deferred to their April 28 meeting.
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Kingston receives Digital Government Award
The City won in the Trust and Transparency category competing against other public sector ventures across North America.
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Brett Gibson retires as head coach of Gaels men's hockey team
He leaves after 20 seasons behind the bench, his 281 wins is the most by a head coach in the team's history.


