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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


Comber residents plugged into Hydro One's planned expansion
by Greg Layson Hydro One is seeking the public’s input about a new massive transmission line planned to run through the heart of...

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Apr 3, 20243 min read


Community weighs in on Co-An Park Master Plan conceptual design
by Sylene Argent, Local Journalism Initiative The Town of Amherstburg and the Town of Essex are undertaking the steps to create a...

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Apr 3, 20243 min read


73’s draw first blood in Stobbs Division Final
by Garrett Fodor One of the longest and most contentious rivalries in the Stobbs Division added another brick to its legacy, as the...

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Mar 27, 20243 min read


Essex welcomes youth to enjoy ‘Bites with the Bunny’ before Easter
by Sylene Argent, Local Journalism Initiative While many families may look forward to Sunday as a morning to sleep in, around 50...

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Mar 27, 20241 min read


GECDSB sticks to “Erie Migration Academy” as future K-12 Kingsville school name
by Sylene Argent, Local Journalism Initiative The new Kingsville K-12 school on Jasperson Road will be named “Erie Migration Academy,” as...

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Mar 27, 20248 min read


Essex gets CWATS trail network update, includes plans for multi-use trail on Maidstone
by Sylene Argent, Local Journalism Initiative Essex Council received an annual overview of the County Wide Active Transportation System...

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Mar 20, 20245 min read


73’s push away Blades, drawing Canadiens in Stobbs finals
by Garrett Fodor The Essex 73’s is now shifting attention to a familiar opponent after starting and finishing the semi-final matchup,...

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Mar 20, 20244 min read


March for Meals campaign raises awareness with local mayors
by Sylene Argent, Local Journalism Initiative Essex Mayor Sherry Bondy showed support to, and helped raise awareness for, the Meals on...

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Mar 20, 20242 min read


Lancers football signs Red Raider stars Bildfell and Smith
by Greg Layson University of Windsor Lancers’ Head Football Coach, Jean Paul Circelli, calls local recruiting “really the lifeblood of...

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Mar 13, 20243 min read


Lumberjack weekend taps into ‘2024 Maple Fest’ at John R. Park Homestead
by Garrett Fodor From tapping trees, to learning the techniques and the process of making nature's sweet treat, the John R. Park...

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Mar 13, 20242 min read


Essex Admin directed to amend Short-Term Rental By-Law
by Sylene Argent, Local Journalism Initiative Essex Council directed Town staff to return to the municipal decision-making table with a...

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Mar 13, 20245 min read


Gosfield North students enjoy a day dedicated to French language and culture
by Sylene Argent, Local Journalism Initiative The students at Gosfield North Public School were able to spend all of last Thursday...

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Mar 6, 20241 min read


Essex Area Food Bank moving into Fitness Fury facility, with Council support
by Sylene Argent, Local Journalism Initiative The Essex Area Food Bank has a new home, the former Fitness Fury Training Grounds facility;...

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Mar 6, 20245 min read


Essex Council urged to up flood prevention subsidies
by Greg Layson The Town of Essex might soon have the most comprehensive residential flood prevention program in Windsor and Essex County....

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Mar 6, 20242 min read
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