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Fun Fest kicks-off Thursday, offering full roster of entertainment
by Sylene Argent, Local Journalism Initiative Over the past three-and-a-half decades the Essex Fun Fest has been offered to the...

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Jul 4, 20243 min read


Study indicates CR 9/10 intersection will warrant traffic signal in the very near future
- Notice of Motion will ask for signalling to be done this year - by Sylene Argent, Local Journalism Initiative Essex County Council...

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Jul 3, 20243 min read


County Council updated on flood mapping project
by Sylene Argent, Local Journalism Initiative Council for the County of Essex received an updated report on the Flood Hazard Mapping...

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Jul 3, 20244 min read


Municipality of Lakeshore celebrates Canada Day
by Garrett Fodor With the calendar flipping to July, the Municipality of Lakeshore kicked-off the summer schedule with a celebration of...

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Jul 3, 20242 min read


Highland Games puts down roots at Heritage Village
by Greg Layson After two-years spent barnstorming, the Kingsville-Essex Highland Games settled into a new, permanent home at the Canadian...

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Jun 26, 20242 min read


Additional Essex Council Notes for Monday, June 17, 2024
by Sylene Argent, Local Journalism Initiative Agreement entered for second phase of Ducharme Lane subdivision Essex Council passed By-Law...

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Jun 26, 202412 min read


Harrow hosts vigil for individuals found deceased
by Sylene Argent, Local Journalism Initiative Around 1000 individuals gathered at the Harrow Soccer Fields on Sunday evening to...

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Jun 26, 20242 min read


Cottam unofficially kicks-off summer with block party
by Garrett Fodor It wasn’t just any Saturday night, as the community members, local businesses, and vendors came together to host a block...

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Jun 19, 20242 min read


P60 model approved for Essex Council pay, $22,275 shortfall to be funded from reserves
by Sylene Argent, Local Journalism Initiative Council for the Town of Essex approved the target pay policy at the P60 level – with 40...

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Jun 19, 20243 min read


Council postpones Chittle Sports Academy request to re-expand into Essex Arena hallway
by Sylene Argent, Local Journalism Initiative After a hearty debate that stretched around an hour-and-a-half – some of which got a little...

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Jun 19, 20248 min read


Annual Walleye Derby reels in great competition, family fun
by Sylene Argent, Local Journalism Initiative There may have been choppy waters on Saturday morning, which is not unusual for local Lake...

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Jun 12, 20242 min read


Additional Essex Council notes from Monday, June 3, 2024
by Sylene Argent, Local Journalism Initiative Jakana Residential Subdivision performance securities released Council released the final...

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Jun 12, 202410 min read


900 enjoy the McGregor Music Fest
by Sylene Argent, Local Journalism Initiative For over three decades, the McGregor Music Festival has not only been a source of spring...

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Jun 12, 20242 min read


CTMHV annual Fun on Wheels Car Show introduces first Miss Wheels and Heels Pageant
by Sylene Argent, Local Journalism Initiative The staff and volunteers at the Canadian Transportation Museum & Heritage Village (CTMHV)...

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Jun 5, 20242 min read


Town of Essex Council notes for Monday, June 3, 2024
by Sylene Argent, Local Journalism Initiative Source Water Protection Plan received, Essex has completed Official Plan Conformity...

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Jun 5, 20249 min read


Past students walk KDHS halls one last time
by Sylene Argent, Local Journalism Initiative It may be an end of an era, but there were endless reasons to celebrate the legacy of...

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Jun 5, 20243 min read


Glow Ride encourages safe and active summer
by Sylene Argent, Local Journalism Initiative Local youth are ready to roll into the summer, now that they have had the opportunity to...

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May 29, 20241 min read


Town of Essex Council Notes for Tuesday, May 21, 2024
by Sylene Argent, Local Journalism Initiative Construction up 94.4% first quarter of 2024, compared to first quarter of 2023 Essex...

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May 29, 20248 min read


War of 1812 Encampment recognizes a piece of local history
by Sylene Argent, Local Journalism Initiative Canon fire, 18th century cooking, weaving, looming, and embroidery demonstrations – coupled...

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May 29, 20243 min read


Additional County of Essex Council Notes for Wednesday, May 15, 2024
by Sylene Argent, Local Journalism Initiative EMS Chief Lammers reports back on brine well safety questions When presenting a report to...

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May 22, 20244 min read
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