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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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ESSEX FREE PRESS
- May 29
- 1 min
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
- 8 min
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
- 3 min
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 22
- 4 min
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
- 2 min
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 15
- 5 min
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
- 7 min
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
- 3 min
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 8
- 1 min
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
- 6 min
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
- 3 min
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 1
- 4 min
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
- 2 min
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
- 4 min
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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- Apr 24
- 2 min
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
- 3 min
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
- 4 min
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 17
- 2 min
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
- 11 min
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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