Local News KINGSTON
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Kingston Police lay second degree murder charges after newborn found dead
Investigators were looking into a suspicious death at a home in the city's west end.
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Man arrested in Prescott in Kingston assault investigation
A 31-year-old is facing a number of charges stemming from an attack in an north end neighbourhood.
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Ontario SPCA urges pet safety this long weekend
Some tips to help your pets cool on hot days.
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OPP warns: one simple mistake could cost your life this long weekend
OPP wants to make sure everyone is having a safe holiday weekend.
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Don’t miss this! What’s open and closed in Kingston this August long weekend
Banks and post-offices will be closed, most grocery stores, LCBO's and Beer stores are expected to be open.
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Dangerous street drug 100 times stronger than fentanyl found in Kingston
Carfentanil increases the risk of drug poisonings and death.
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Big changes coming to Kingston’s Inner Harbour as Ontario Land Tribunal approves Tannery project
The mayor says it is a major step forward for Kingston.
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Police recover stolen bike along with drugs and weapon during arrest
An officer on patrol recognized the high-end bicycle which was stolen from a home in a break and enter earlier this year.
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Two credit unions enter merger talks, eyeing province-wide growth
If approved, Kawartha Credit Union and Libro Credit Union will have a combined $11 billion in assets.
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Annual Limestone City Car Classic returns to support Melanoma Clinic
The 11th annual event takes place at the Kingston Memorial Centre on Aug. 30.
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Kingston’s first inclusive playground gets surprise $82K boost from local volunteers
A major community donation is helping push Kingston’s first inclusive playground closer to reality.
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Two more days added to LaSalle Causeway closure schedule
The closures on Aug. 5 and 7 is to allow a commercial vessel through the channel and reach the inner harbour.
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Investigation into paving scam in Kingston leads to an arrest
Two men are charged under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act, two others including one with an Irish accent remain at large.
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Line Spike bleeding red weeks after festival ended
Organizer Jeremy Campbell says the event in Harrowsmith ended up $225K in debt .
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Canada's top young ballplayers heading to Napanee for national championship
The tournament is seen as a major boost to the local community.
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Ontario just announced $260M in job training—here’s how it helps workers and the economy
The province says the investment will not only protect workers but also help employers find trained staff in fast-growing sectors.
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New bus service to take air passengers from YGK to Pearson
The service which is a partnership between Air Canada and Landline will begin operating in September.
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Urgent call for O-negative blood donors as summer demand surges
Only 7 per cent of Canadians have O-negative blood, but this small group plays a critical role in saving lives.
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Kingston artists turn traffic boxes into eye-popping public art installations
Kingston’s downtown streets are getting a colourful makeover this July
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Dozens of charges laid including one for drugs during truck inspection blitz
OPP and MTO teamed up to conduct the blitz at the Gananoque inspection station.
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End of an era: Navy to retire Kingston-class ships in tribute-filled fall ceremonies
The navy says the retirements are part of a plan to modernize Canada’s fleet.
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Expert advice gets the green light at Health Unit Board
The policy ensures that such appointments align with procurement guidelines and are subject to available budget.
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City of Kingston looking to sell off recycling centre property
Over 4 acres of land will be on the market once City Council declares it surplus.
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OPP investigating single-vehicle crash on Perth Road
A 28-year-old suffered what investigators say is life-altering and life-threatening injuries.
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UPDATE: Gananoque Police issue alert for missing 37-Year-Old man
Police say the missing man was found deceased.
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Kingston mother files human rights complaints after son’s schoolyard injury
The case is about how the Board handled the 12-year-old's brain injury that he apparently suffered on the school grounds in 2023.
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Military helicopters, blank gunfire expected near Kingston Airport this week
Members of the Royal Canadian Air Force and Military Police are conducting security training at the airport.
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Historic steamliner SS Keewatin wins top U.S. award after Kingston relaunch
Members of the Great Lakes Museum received the award in a ceremony on Saturday.
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Police uncover fentanyl and other drugs at Kingston home
A loaded weapon was also found; a 19-year-old from the Toronto-area is also facing charges in Durham Region.
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Drivers beware: Kingston roads to look ‘stained’ as city rolls out asphalt fix
The work will be done during the daytime, possibly causing minor traffic delays.
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Fire ban takes effect in South Frontenac
Dry weather gets the blame.
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Eastern Ontario sees spike in drownings
OPP: Wear a life jacket
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Cyclist with type 1 diabetes makes inspiring stop in Kingston
Cross-country ride raising awareness.
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Health Units in sync, merger moves ahead
Key developments include the creation of an implementation plan.
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Kingston tobacco seizure linked to organized crime?
One expert weighs in.
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Major changes coming to lighting up Kingston City Hall
Groups will have to follow new rules.
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UPDATE: Charges laid in head-on collision north of Kingston
Two people were taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuires.
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Free summer concert returns to downtown Kingston with award-winning headliner
This all-ages event is presented by the City of Kingston and draws thousands each summer.
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Greater Napanee shuts down social media comments starting today
The move follows a growing trend among municipalities working to limit misinformation and maintain respectful communication.
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Another successful Tim Horton's Camp Day in Kingston
Over $60,000 was raised from sales of hot and iced coffee.
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City seeks public input ahead of relaunch of Better Homes program
The program first launched in 2002 program aimed at providing incentives for energy retrofits in residential homes.
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Inconsistent ferry service has Frontenac Islands mayor grinding her gears
Issues with Wolfe Islander IV has proven to cause more than just an inconvenience to residents and visitors to Wolfe Island.
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Historic steamship SS Keewatin named museum ship of the year
Now docked in Kingston, the Edwardian-era vessel reopened to the public in May 2024.
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Provincial funding going towards improvement to Harrowsmith park
South Frontenac received $665,000 from the Community Sport and Recreation Infrastructure Fund.
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Crow found with West Nile Virus in Brockville sparks health warning
It’s the first confirmed bird case in the South East Health Unit region this year.
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BIA believes downtown Kingston will be fine after hospital moves
Executive director says the move is a long-term process, would like to see the buildings converted to housing.
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Generator issue behind weekend ferry outages
Latest issue with the Wolf Islander IV.
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Totals released: Kingston pulls together for epilepsy
Eight teams raise impressive amount.
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Think it's safe to vape outdoors? Here’s where it's actually banned this summer
Patios, school grounds and transit shelters are all smoke-and vape-free.
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Bail breach charges laid after man spotted in Kingston backyards
Officers treated the incident as a possible break-and-enter in progress.
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Inverary man celebrating surprise $100,000 Encore win
He matched the last six of seven Encore numbers in exact order on April 8th.
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Kingston Police help arrest Windsor man in human trafficking case
The two-month investigation was led by the OPP’s Anti-Human Trafficking Unit under the Intelligence-led Joint Forces Strategy.
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Another couple of years before delayed Kingston ferry dock is opened: MPP
Ted Hsu has asked the Auditor General to investigate what is causing the delays.
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Young man drowns near Gananoque after falling from boat without life jacket
Police say no foul play is suspected.
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OPP investigating armed home invasion in Sharbot Lake
No injuries were reported, but the suspects fled with several stolen items.
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Kingston brewery taproom goes dry
Liquor licence expires.
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Drivers with suspended licenses and bad weather linked to dozens of Kingston crashes
Kingston Police release collision report.
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Cuts to US public broadcasters to impact PBS station near Kingston
Canadian viewers have supported WPBS and the station has a long history with Kingston and surrounding areas.
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Free food, bouncy castles and police dogs drew crowds to Kingston Police Community Fun Fair
The fair gave the public a chance to meet local officers in a relaxed setting and learn more about policing in Kingston.
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Kingston to see part of $1 million in AI funding to help doctors manage admin work