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Kingston Police reflects assisting New York first responders in the aftermath of 9/11
Several officers went to New York City to help in the recovery and clean up efforts.
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Funding available for rural Ontario businesses
Eligible businesses can receive funding covering 35 percent of project costs, up to a maximum of $10,000.
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Local MP Michael Barrett weighs in on Canada’s recent retaliatory tariffs
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Queen Mary Road site opens its doors during Kingston open house
Community members and project partners toured the new shared-care facility Thursday.
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Kingston Police warn of food delivery scam targeting bank cards and PINs
Police say suspects are posing as food delivery drivers and customers to steal debit cards and banking information.
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Gaels prepare for their home opener this weekend
The football team welcome Waterloo to Richardson Stadium on Saturday.
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United Way KFL&A set $4.25 million goal for this year's fundraising campaign
They announced the goal Thursday morning during their annual kick-off breakfast.
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Greater Kingston Chamber of Commerce to honour top women in business with an award
20 are vying for the first-ever Pinnacle Award.
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Kingston Police volunteers looking for new members
Applications are open until Sept. 30 for people interested in supporting community safety and engagement.
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OPP warns damaging election signs could lead to criminal investigation
Residents are being reminded to respect both public and private property during the election period.
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Trails Fest 2026 returns September 11 through 13
Hikes are planned in South Frontenac, Brockville, Rideau Lakes and Gananoque.
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Classroom and attendance now part of final grade for high school students in Ontario
The changes took effect last Wednesday and applies to students in grades nine to 12.
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KHSC receives AI-assisted MRI upgrade thanks to Kingston philanthropist
Stephen Sorensen's latest gift will allow more patients to be scanned each day while enhancing the overall patient experience.
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Alto opponents in Kingston organizing another meeting on the impact of high-speed rail
The event hosted by Save South Frontenac will take place at Legion Branch 560 in Kingston.
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Loyalist Township warns of fake $150 rebate letter
A letter is being circulated to homes near the construction site in Odessa suggesting it may qualify for a rebate.
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Wanted individual arrested in Kingston after extensive search
A 28-year-old is facing charges in connection to violent incidents in the Belle Park area.
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Habitat for Humanity cut the ribbon on a new semi-detached home in Kingston
Two families will be living in the new dwelling on Wilson St.
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Tim Horton's to set up shop at old Starbucks location in downtown Kingston
The new store won't have a drive-thru but it will offer the full menu of items.
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40 young Kingston professionals named in KEDCO's annual list
Educators, civil servants, and lawyers are among those chosen.
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Limestone City Car Classic draws hundreds of cars and thousands of visitors
Over 300 cars and thousands of visitors packed the Memorial Centre Fairgrounds for the Melanoma Cancer Clinic at Kingston General Hospital.
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Kingston bladder cancer walk aims to bring community together this September
The Sept. 13 event at Lake Ontario Park will raise awareness and funds for bladder cancer research and patient support.
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SIU investigates after two found dead following South Frontenac traffic stop attempt
OPP were trailing a suspicious vehicle that was reported stolen.
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Kingston families get new support option for school concerns
Limestone’s Student and Family Support Office is now part of a provincewide expansion aimed at helping families find answers faster.
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Nearly 4,850 first-year students move into Queen’s residences in Kingston
Most first-year students arrived Saturday as Queen’s University kicked off the new academic year.
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Charges laid after disturbance involving weapons in Kingston's university district
Officers were credited with containing the situation quickly.
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Labour Day closures: What Kingston residents need to know this long weekend
Garbage collection, transit and several city services will be affected on Labour Day, with some facilities remaining open.
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Unemployment holding steady in Kingston, across Ontario and nationally
200 people found part-time work, no change in the number of full-time employment.
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Kingston town crier heading to world championship — and he needs the city's help
Chris Whyman has been invited to compete in the 2026 World Invitational Town Crier Tournament in Chester, England, this September.
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OPP issues Labour Day warning as long weekend approaches
They are encouraging everyone to slow down, stay alert and drive sober.
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Fire safety tips every Kingston student needs to know before heading back to school
Kingston Fire & Rescue is reminding students that fire prevention should be at the top of their back-to-school checklist.
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Top anglers are in Kingston for CISA Open tournament
65 teams will be competing for over $100,000 in cash prizes.
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Queen's is bringing back graduate from US to teach geological engineering
Dr. Gabriel Walton is currently a professor at the Colorado School of Mines and a recipient of the Eddie Goldenberg Research Chairs of Canada.
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Lower Brewers swing bridge closing Friday
Between 9 am and 1 pm, the bridge will swing open and vehicles will not be able to cross.
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Police forces take up commercial vehicle inspection training in Kingston
15 officers took part in the two-day course which included inspections of actual vehicles, five of which were taken off the road.
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City of Kingston to review by-law after a number of dog attacks
Staff have been directed to go over the current rules and compare how other municipalities handle it.
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Kingston artists can now apply for new funding to create their next big project
More than $171,000 is available through two City of Kingston Arts Fund programs, including a new grant for artists developing work.
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Eastern Ontario woman speaks about deadly Nepal floods leaving thousands missing
She says her family members are safe, but many others have lost loved ones and homes
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University Hospital Kingston Foundation introduces new CEO
Paul McIntyre Royston takes over from Tom Zsolnay who retired last month.
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Frontenac paramedics get major funding boost as Ontario targets faster emergency response
Funding is going up 14 percent bringing its total contribution to $14,304,306 this year.
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CAA reminds drivers to stop for school buses
Drivers approaching a stopped school bus from the front should stop at a safe distance to allow children to board, get off and cross the road.
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Kingston artist to create mural honouring well-known people from the city
Shane Goudreau, who created the two Tragically Hip murals, is doing another one at the side of the Central Auto Sales building on Princess St.
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Cataraqui Region lakes begin seasonal water level drawdowns
Officials lower water levels to create more capacity for fall rain, runoff and spring snowmelt, while also helping stabilize levels before winter freeze-up.
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St. Lawrence College launches Next Wave marketing campaign
The famous wave logo will be part of the school's strategy to draw more prospective students.
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UPDATE: Police searching for person of interest in mischief case in Kingston's university district
Several unauthorized posters and stickers were placed on private property during last week of August.
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Mallorytown man charged months after fatal St. Lawrence River boating incident
OPP investigators arrested the 46-year-old on Monday and is being held for a bail hearing.
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Webinar to help businesses improve website accessibility
The free webinar on Sept 22 covers accessibility requirements for websites and practical ways to create a more inclusive online experience.
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Council to consider establishing tariff working group to help Kingston businesses
The motion is expected to be presented at Tuesday's Council meeting.
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Teachers in Kingston looking forward to the return of school
First day of class for both public and catholic boards is Wednesday.
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Howe Island Ferry out of service Tuesday
The service is being taken offline between 9:30 am and 1 pm for maintenance.
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Power of Hope tournament raises more than $205K for prostate cancer research
148 participants played through the wet conditions at Cataraqui Golf and Country Club.
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Hospital/paramedic partnership results in reduced offload times for patients in Kingston
KHSC says there was a 44 percent drop in offload times this spring compared to the year before.
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Odessa residents are preparing for another school year with road construction still underway
Construction was to have been completed last week but will continue into September.
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Wolfe Islander IV returns to service after nine months of repairs
The three-year-old electric-powered vessel has a history of mechanical issues.
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Greater Napanee council upholds grass order with 10-foot buffer
A resident challenged the Town's 25-year-old by-law.
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Kingston readers doubled their summer reading — reaching 3.2 million minutes
Kingston Frontenac Public Library says its 2026 Summer Reading Challenge saw a major jump in reading time across the community.


