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News coverage update - Happy Holiday's from KingstonDaily.ca!
Closed for the holidays, we'll be back December 27th!
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Stuck on the island? Wolfe Islanders turn ferry chaos into festive fun
Wolfe Islanders turn a frustrating ferry outage into a heartwarming holiday story
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Life saved outside KHSC earns first-ever honour for dispatch team
Kingston dispatch staff step out of the office, and into action, to save a life.
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UPDATED: Wolfe Islander IV service halted again as mechanical issues linger
Ongoing mechanical issues have kept the ferry docked in Kingston for more than 24 hours.
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Downtown Kingston fire disrupts businesses as owners assess damage
Historic buildings damaged, businesses displaced, and a long road to recovery ahead
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Virtual therapy could help close Canada’s mental health gap, says psychologist
Early access to care may reduce crises and workplace costs, expert suggests
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Crash into snowbank leads to impaired driving arrest in Kingston
Police say no injuries were reported after car drove into snowbank
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Holiday health care guide released for Frontenac, Lennox and Addington
The FLA Health Team’s Holiday Health Resource List shows where to go when regular services are closed.
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Port Alexandria dock now under Township ownership
Frontenac Islands purchased the dock on Wolfe Island from Horne Family.
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Snow problem? Kingston brings neighbours together to clear winter hazards
Kingston’s Snow Angels program is matching volunteers with residents to keep sidewalks and driveways safe all season long.
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Ontario plans new roundabout in Prince Edward County to boost safety and jobs
Province moves ahead with Highway 62 intersection upgrade amid economic uncertainty
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Holiday cheer can turn dangerous behind the wheel
Police warn one bad decision can change everything, as officers step up RIDE checks
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What’s open and closed in Kingston over the holidays as Christmas and New Year’s approach
Residents urged to plan ahead for medical care, garbage pickup, transit and shopping hours
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Fire tears through downtown Kingston: two historic buildings damaged
Downtown Kingston fire damages two historic buildings during busy holiday season
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Mayor reflects on 2025
Bryan Paterson says the city responded well to crises whether it was economic or social.
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“I was praying for a miracle”: Heart surgery in Kingston saves pregnant mother and baby
Julia Morris shares her story of fear, recovery and gratitude after a life-threatening diagnosis
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Kingston salon offers free haircuts for those in need this holiday season
Salon Yetmir gives back to the community with a one-day event of complimentary haircuts
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Wright, Kulemin lead Frontenacs in win over Bulldogs
The duo combined for four points in extending win streak to four games.
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Jeff Code brings his iconic Sunday country show to New Country 98.9
"Sunday in the Country" returns to the Kingston airwaves starting in January.
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Kingston residents invited to cram a cruiser this weekend
Members of the police force's community volunteers will be at FreshCo collecting donations for Partners in Mission food bank.
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Kingston post-secondary institutions to continue to see drop in the number of international students
Over 70K is being allocated to Ontario colleges and universities in 2026.
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"Maplewash" Canadian word of the year according to Queen's University
"Elbows-up" was a close second in a poll conducted in partnership with the Society for Canadian English.
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Walmart match day could double donations for Salvation Army kettle
The Canada-wide initiative would see donations made on Saturday be matched up to $100K.
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OPP cracking down on drug trafficking, charge laid after search in Napanee
Methamphetamine was seized during a search.
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Heavy rain and strong winds set to hit Kingston region
Environment Canada has issued a yellow warning for rainfall and wind.
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Woman arrested in connection with Lansdowne homicide
OPP say officers were doing a wellness check at a home when they discovered the body of a 78-year-old woman inside.
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Ontario’s most popular baby names for 2024 might surprise you
Olivia and Noah hold the top spots again as new data reveals the province’s favourite baby names.
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Holiday season danger: OPP warns of deadly impaired driving in eastern Ontario
They say this holiday season has already seen a number of serious and fatal crashes.
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Gift card scam alert: Kingston police warn shoppers as holiday fraud rises
Officers urge residents to inspect cards carefully as tampering incidents continue across the city.
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Mayor shares frustration with residents of Wolfe Island over ferry service
Judy Greenwood-Speers believes the best solution is to have two vessels operating at the same time.
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ALCDSB ranks among top boards for graduation rates in Ontario
The board ranks in the top 12 for graduation rates out of 72 school boards across the province.
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Police searching for pick-up used in break and enter that prompted hold and secure at 3 Kingston schools
Investigators confirm one of the suspects was carrying a firearm, they don't believe public safety is at risk.
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Like Spike organizers going local for 2026 festival
A tentative line up has been announced for the two-day festival in Harrowsmith.
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CBSA urges holiday travellers to plan ahead for smoother border crossings
Drivers are urged to check border wait times, cross early in the morning when possible, and consider alternative ports of entry during busy holiday periods.
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GTA men arrested in massive convenience store crime spree across eastern Ontario
Five of the stores that were targeted were in Kingston.
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63 charges laid in Leeds County intimate partner violence investigation
A 26-year-old remains in police custody.
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DND to fund therapy for Kingston military members who've been victims of sexual misconduct
Resolve Counselling is receiving $225K to provide services to current and retired members.
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Level 1 low water condition declared for Cataraqui Region
The region has seen an increase in streamflows and groundwater levels thanks to normal rainfall.
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Rental vacancy rate in Kingston less than 2.5 percent: report
Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation says the city's vacancy rate in 2025 is down 0.5 percent from 2024.
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Suspended driver charged after drugs were found during traffic stop
A 53-year-old from Amherstview was arrested and held for a bail hearing.
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KHSC still ranks among top research hospitals in Canada
Research Infosource puts KHSC 25th with over $39 million spent on research.
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Report to look at partnership between City and YMCA in new aquatic facility in Kingston
The expansion at INVISTA CENTRE would see new competitive 25-metre, 10-lane pool combined with a wellness centre.
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Kingston gets official bird-friendly status
The City received entry-level certification after receiving strong marks in their application.
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Kingston schools put in hold and secure as police search for suspects in a break and enter
Two people were seen fleeing from a home on foot in the area of Barbara and Alfred.
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Elginburg students build carpentry confidence with hands-on shed project
Grades 7 and 8 explore trades skills through ambitious classroom project.
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Kingston bowlers punch ticket to world stage with silver at nationals
KLBC foursome finishes second and earns spots on Team Canada.
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Campaign urges Kingston residents to ‘See It. Name It. Change It!’ in fight against intimate partner violence
New awareness effort calls on community to help stop abuse.
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Federal counterpart backs MPP's demand for full Rideau Canal access before 2026
Michael Barrett says the temporary bridge has halted marine traffic in the region.
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SLC sticks with grant program that addresses health care worker shortages
The college say 161 graduates of their practical nursing program benefitted from the grant program.
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What's Good in Kingston: United for Literacy
Every place is a learning place
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Frontenacs smooth like Buttar after winning close one against Spitfires
The second-year forward had a goal and an assist in leading the team to consecutive victories.

