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What's open and closed in Kingston on Thanksgiving Day
Grocery and retail stores will be open but government offices, banks, LCBO and Beer Store will be closed.
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Belleville police officer continues recovery after Sept. 20 incident
Police chief says Constable Jeff Smith continues to make steady progress and is improving each day.
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New Westbrook park opens with playground and basketball court
Creekside Valley Park adds new outdoor space for residents near Collins Creek.
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OPP urges safe travel during Thanksgiving weekend
Thanksgiving weekends have had the second-highest number of road fatalities among Ontario long weekends over the past decade.
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Charges laid in investigation into former Kingston Area Taxi Commission
A forensic audit was authorized to look into financial irregularities into the commission.
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New Walmart Supercentre coming to Kingston in 2027
The 142,000-square-foot store will be located near Division Street and Highway 401, offering groceries, general merchandise and pharmacy services.
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Gaels look to stay unbeaten with Lancers in town for Thanksgiving
James Gillingham and Gaels are facing the Lancers for the first time since last year's semi-final game.
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2026 Kingston Municipal Election: District 5: Portsmouth
Don Amos will be back to serve another four-year term on council.
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Kingston reminds drivers of one-minute idling rule
The City says turning off engines while waiting can reduce emissions, noise and fuel use.
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South Frontenac to honour local volunteers at annual luncheon
The free event goes at the Verona Lions Club on Nov 21.
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Kingston artist to represent city on Ontario music cruise
Piner will showcase Kingston’s music scene during Capital Music Week in Ottawa.
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Full road closure no longer needed on Main Street in Odessa
Drivers should still expect temporary alternating lane closures while crews complete the remaining work.
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OPP seek information after Selby structure fire
Investigators believe the fire on September 29 was deliberately set.
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2026 Kingston Municipal Elections: District 4 - Lakeside
Incumbent Wendy Stephen and challenger Stephen Cuthbertson are vying for the seat.
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City preparing for influx of people during Queen's Homecoming
They will have the University District Safety Initiative in effect for two weeks starting next Thursday.
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Gananoque’s Wavve Boating App climbs Canada’s growth rankings
The app was created to help boaters on the St. Lawrence River and Lake Ontario.
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Stone Mills declares itself unwilling host for hyperscale data centres
The measure passed by the slimmest of margins.
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YMCA golf tournament raises more than $223,000 for Eastern Ontario communities
Monday's sold-out golf tournament in Kingston featured members of The Tragically Hip and the Kingston Frontenacs.
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Metro stores in Kingston holding food drives for Partners in Mission Food Bank
Members of the Queen's Gaels football team will be at the Barrie St location on Thursday.
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2026 Kingston Municipal Elections: District 3 - Collins-Bayridge
Joel Anthony Bruce is challenging five-time incumbent Lisa Osanic.
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Ticks can still bite after mosquito season winds down, health officials warn
Ticks can remain active whenever temperatures are above freezing, making fall outdoor activities a potential source of exposure.
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Kingston residents can vote for their favourite design project
Residents can choose from 23 nominees for the Livable City Design Awards People’s Choice Award.
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Fire Prevention Week highlights safe battery charging in Kingston
Kingston Fire & Rescue is reminding residents about simple charging habits that can help prevent lithium-ion battery fires.
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Kingston Police officer faces impaired driving charges
The accused is a 26-year member of the force.
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Coast Guard vessels conducting training exercises in Kingston
The public will see vessels, aircraft, drones, and emergency response personnel until Thursday.
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2026 Kingston Municipal Elections: District 2 - Loyalist-Cataraqui
Incumbent Paul Chaves is taking on challengers Dorian Harley, Jeff Pearce, Charanjeev Sekhon.
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Kingston Police looking for two suspects in assault in university district
One person was taken to hospital after getting punched in the face during an argument.
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Kingston’s Ryan Malcolm shares the Sass Jordan memories that stayed with him
Malcolm was the winner of the first season of Canadian Idol where Jordan was a judge.
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Utilities Kingston earns Gold for contractor safety
The award recognizes the organization’s work with contractors to improve workplace safety.
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UPDATE: Kingston Police investigating crash on Bath Rd
Investigators say one person died after a motorcycle and vehicle collided Saturday evening.
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Cape Vincent man helping lead the way to restore Horne Ferry service
Dick MacSherry is partnering with Bruce Horne to establish a holding company that would allow the cross-border service to return.
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2026 Kingston Municipal Elections: District 1 - Countryside
Vic Sahai, Jeff Scott, and Joseph Abreu are running to replace Gary Oosterhof who is not seeking re-election.
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Frontenacs come up on wrong end of high-scoring game against the Otters
Defense struggles in latest loss, Kulemin had a pair of goals for Kingston.
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UPDATE: Kingston police ask public for help locating missing 15-year-old
Kaylee was last seen Friday evening near Division Street and Raglan Road.
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Frontenacs start weekend off with win over Petes
Minchak made 43 saves for his first win of the season while the team snapped a three-game slide.
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Kingston Police concludes investigation into their data breach
Provincial offense notices, driver's license information, and court appearances were some of the 160 GB of data that was stolen during a cyber attack in January 2025.
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Kingston HART Hub opens, replacing city’s drug injection service
The new hub at 661 Montreal Street will connect people with addiction treatment, mental-health care, housing and other supports.
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Cost of Alto expected to escalate according to Parliamentary Budget Office
The report suggests the price tag on proposed high-speed rail line, not including a Kingston stop, will jump by as much as $23 billion.
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OPP food drive coming to L&A County this Saturday
Auxiliary members will be at Amherstview Foodland and other locations as part of Operation FULL PLATE.
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New MRI opens in Kingston to support breast cancer care and reduce wait times
Dedicated MRI at Breast Imaging Kingston will also create more capacity for patients across southeastern Ontario.
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EQAO results show promise among Limestone students
Director of Education says while students are doing well in writing and reading, math needs a bit of work.
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Gaels get set to lock horns with the Mustangs in a battle of undefeated teams
Queen's are riding an eight-game winning streak on the road.
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Police warning of bank scammers in Kingston
They continue to receive complaints about people posing as bank officials.
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Kingston resident charged following Gananoque Police call
Investigators say a 28-year-old went to a home that the individual was prohibited from attending.
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Ontario announces $49 million to help small businesses during economic uncertainty
New funding will expand access to advice, mentorship and funding as businesses face economic uncertainty.
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UPDATE: Popular Kingston driving range set to move to new location
Expert Tees closed for the season on Wednesday.
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Queen's University professor says high diesel prices are impacting consumer goods
Warren Mabee says consumers won't see price hikes immediately but that could change if the conflict in the Middle East continues.
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50 new Canadians welcomed at Kingston citizenship ceremony
New citizens celebrated with family, friends and community members during annual ceremony at City Hall.
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South Frontenac couple loses home in devastating fire as community rallies to help
Fire destroyed the home of George and Peggy Whaley last Friday.
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Lennox and Addington hospital staff support United Way KFL&A campaign
Hospital employees have been donating $2 to wear jeans on Fridays, with money raised through the program going to the United Way fundraising campaign.
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Kingston services to change Sept. 30 for National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
Garbage collection, city offices and some facilities will close, while transit and several recreation services continue as usual.
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A record-setting day for two Stone Mills Township firefighters at an international event in Erie, PA
Kevin Duncan and Lianne McAuley of the Stone Mills Township Fire Department finished first in the 50+ age category.
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St. Lawrence College seeking input on potential merger with Fleming College
People can submit their comments and suggestions through email or on their website.
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One person dead in fatal crash in Central Frontenac
The collision occurred Monday afternoon on Highway 7 near Arden Rd.
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New award aims to help Queen's University students overcome financial barriers
The Ann Baker Tuition Award was set up thanks to an anonymous $25-million gift to Queen's.
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UPDATE: Kingston Police looking for missing teen
Investigators say 15-year-old Quaden has been safely located.
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Ontario Liberal leadership candidates coming to Selby
It is hosted by the Hastings-Lennox and Addington Provincial Liberal Association.
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Canada-wide warrant out for escaped Kingston inmate
49-year-old Mason Jenkins is wanted for breaching a statutory release.
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Kingston Native Centre puts knowledge sharing at the centre of reconciliation efforts
The Kingston Native Centre and Language Nest is highlighting storytelling and education as the city prepares to mark National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.
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Minimum wage hike not enough to live on: United Way CEO
John DiPaolo says a living wage would address the issue of affordability.
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Kingston resident charged for allegedly promoting hatred towards religious groups
A message posted online on Wednesday threatened violence.
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Kingston Police warning of scam after resident robbed of jewelry
Two gold necklaces and a medical alert bracelet were removed from person after an interaction.
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Frontenac OPP investigate two separate cases
Both involved sexual offences, two men were arrested and charged.
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Lemoine Point gets hundreds of new trees as Kingston marks 16th TD Tree Days
The annual TD Tree Days event has been held in Kingston for 16 years, bringing volunteers together to support local green spaces.
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Kingston girl one of the faces of CHEO Foundation campaign
9-year-old Amelia is recovering from a rare spine tumour.
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Kingston tourism spending tops $538 million in 2025 as visitor economy grows
The report says 2.65 million visitors came to Kingston last year, up 2.8 per cent from 2024.
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ALCDSB encouraged by the latest EQAO results
Superintendent of Education Sonya Melim says the work the board has been doing is leading to success.
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Year-long home invasion case in South Frontenac results in arrest
An occupant of the home was injured after being assaulted, two men are facing charges.
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Gaels rally past Gee-Gees to stay undefeated
Queen’s comes back from a six-point halftime deficit to beat Ottawa 41-20
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Frontenacs suffer first loss of season against Sting
Kingston falls 5-3 to Sarnia in its second home game of the season
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Kingston police searching for inmate missing from Collins Bay Institution
Mason Jenkins was last seen Thursday morning at the minimum-security unit of Collins Bay Institution.


