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Birdwatchers gather at Hillman Marsh to catch a glimpse of shorebirds
by Greg Layson People and birds alike are flocking to one of the most rich and diverse ecological stops in Essex County. Hungry migratory...

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May 22, 20242 min read


Council approves eight-year waste collection contract, weekly collection will remain for now
by Sylene Argent, Local Journalism Initiative After hearing the rationale from Town staff, Essex Council opted to award the Request or...

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May 15, 20245 min read


Additional Essex Council notes for Monday, May 6, 2024
by Sylene Argent, Local Journalism Initiative Essex adopts new Energy Consumption and Demand Management Plan With the Province of Ontario...

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May 15, 20247 min read


Community remembers Gerry Schinkel: former Mayor, businessman passes away
by Sylene Argent, Local Journalism Initiative A former Mayor of Essex, businessman, greenway and historic Essex Railway supporter, Gerry...

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May 15, 20243 min read


CTMHV flea market helps shoppers hunt for rare finds, tour the museum
by Sylene Argent, Local Journalism Initiative With the warmer weather finally here, the Canadian Transportation Museum & Heritage Village...

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May 8, 20241 min read


Town of Essex Council Notes for Monday, May 6, 2024
by Sylene Argent, Local Journalism Initiative Council hears, approves two separate requests for second driveways Gary McLean requested...

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May 8, 20246 min read


Road works on the go in Essex Centre
by Sylene Argent, Local Journalism Initiative Improvements to Essex Centre’s road network did not conclude with last year’s rejuvenation...

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May 8, 20243 min read


E.L.K. Board to set own remuneration, based on third-party recommendation
by Sylene Argent, Local Journalism Initiative On Monday, members of Essex Council revoked the portion in the Shareholder Declaration for...

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May 1, 20244 min read


Educational Day at Lazee G gets connects visitors to the farm animals
by Garrett Fodor Spring has sprung, bringing with it April showers, plenty of excitement, and new members of the “family” around Lazee G...

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May 1, 20242 min read


Essex reviewing 22 listed properties to determine the suitability of designation in response to Bill 23
by Sylene Argent, Local Journalism Initiative Members of Essex Council received a presentation during a special meeting on Monday evening...

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May 1, 20244 min read


Cottam participates in Kingsville-wide Rotary clean-up
by Sylene Argent Kingsville received a spring spruce up on Saturday, as the Rotary Club of Kingsville Southshore hosted a community-wide...

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Apr 24, 20242 min read


County receives revised Pathway to Potential Strategy aimed to reduce regional poverty
by Sylene Argent, Local Journalism Initiative The County of Essex received the revised strategy for Pathway to Potential (P2P) at the...

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Apr 24, 20243 min read


Essex Council to decide on Short-Term Rental request in Colchester
by Sylene Argent, Local Journalism Initiative Council for the Town of Essex will have to decide if an existing single-detached dwelling...

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Apr 24, 20244 min read


Colchester rescue vessel back in the water under a new name
by Sylene Argent, Local Journalism Initiative As of April 4, the rescue vessel based out of the Colchester Harbour is ready to ensure the...

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Apr 17, 20242 min read


Essex Council Notes for Monday, April 15, 2024
by Sylene Argent, Local Journalism Initiative Colchester wins Best Beach TWEPI Award Through this year’s installment of the Tourism...

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Apr 17, 202411 min read


73’s go the distance, but fall as Lakeshore earns fifth consecutive title
by Garrett Fodor Going into last week, there was going to be a winner and a loser declared, as the Essex 73’s and Lakeshore Canadiens...

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Apr 10, 20243 min read


Villanova grad gets 'the call' from the Toronto Blue Jays
by Greg Layson A graduate of Villanova Catholic Secondary School has landed a spot on the Toronto Blue Jays, though not on the...

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Apr 10, 20243 min read


Essex Fire experiences 17% increase in calls in 2023, conducts 330 inspections
- Essex Emergency Management Program approved - by Sylene Argent, Local Journalism Initiative 2023 proved to be another busy year for...

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Apr 10, 20244 min read


Total Solar Eclipse draws thousands to southern-end of the County
by Sylene Argent, Local Journalism Initiative All eyes were fixed to the sky for the Total Solar Eclipse on Monday afternoon, and the...

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Apr 10, 20243 min read


And they’re off: rain didn’t dampen Essex Gospel’s annual Easter Egg Hunt
by Sylene Argent, Local Journalism Initiative The drizzly, cold rain did not deter around 1000 individuals from heading down to the Essex...

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Apr 3, 20242 min read
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