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Disaster Strike rocks Tune Up the Parks
by Sylene Argent As part of the Arts, Culture, and Tourism (ACT) Committee’s ongoing Tune Up the Parks summer concert series, local rock...

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Aug 8, 20181 min read


Spin H2O making a splash at Essex’s pool
by Sylene Argent A new program is being offered at the Essex Recreation Complex that is sure to make waves within the community. On the...

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Aug 8, 20181 min read


Local farmers display plowing talent during annual competition
by Sylene Argent On Saturday, local and out-of-town farmers took to the competition field, located along County Road 34 in Cottam at the...

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Aug 8, 20182 min read


Essex Non-Profit Homes hosts summer block party
submitted to EFP Essex Non-Profit Homes hosted a summer block party on Friday, July 27, 2018. The event is being called a huge success as...

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Aug 8, 20181 min read


Rotary supports Hospice through fish fry
by Adam Gault Rotary Clubs from across Essex County came together last Friday evening to host the annual fish fry at the Roma Club...

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Aug 8, 20182 min read


Amherstburg showcases the uncommon
by Garrett Fodor Wizards and inventors came together for a first-of-a-kind festival to Essex County. This past weekend, historic downtown...

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Aug 8, 20182 min read


Wheat prepared for upcoming Steam & Gas Engine show
Recently, members of the Essex County Steam & Gas Engine Museum rolled up their sleeved to help take off wheat with a grain binder. These...

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Aug 8, 20181 min read


Hogs for Hospice attracts thousands to Leamington
by Adam Gault Motors revved and rubber burned as over a thousand motorcycle riders and many more non-riding festival-goers took over...

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Aug 8, 20182 min read


Essex BIA Cruise In brings in a crowd
by Sylene Argent Around 200 antique, classic, and vintage vehicles were parked along Talbot Street, between Victoria Avenue and Brien...

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Aug 8, 20182 min read


Sunparlour Rodeo continues raising funds for the community
by Sylene Argent After 17 years, the Sunparlour Rodeo, hosted on the Pavao family farm in Ruthven, is still attracting a huge crowd and...

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Aug 8, 20182 min read


EDHS student jams with Foo Fighters
by Sylene Argent Any teen who throws on a pair of headphones to listen to favourite albums fantasies about getting onstage with those...

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Aug 1, 20183 min read


Explore the Shore promotes community along County Road 50
by Adam Gault The annual two-day Explore the Shore took place this past weekend, highlighting numerous businesses and community groups...

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Aug 1, 20182 min read


Essex Sun County Reds Soccer U11 Win Championship!
submitted to EFP The 20th annual Colansanti Cup regional soccer tournament was held July 20, 21, and 22, at the Kingsville Sports park....

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Aug 1, 20182 min read


Community Living Essex County scores high in re-accreditation
submitted to the EFP Community Living Essex County scored high marks from an independent auditor in securing its second FOCUS...

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Aug 1, 20181 min read


The Rio Michaels Trio attract big crowd to Tune Up the Parks
by Sylene Argent The Rio Michaels Trio entertained a large audience last Wednesday evening, from within the newly installed pavilion...

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Aug 1, 20181 min read


Essex Business Expo a success
by Sylene Argent Committee members were pleased that months of planning and organizing resulted in a successful 1st annual Essex Business...

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Aug 1, 20181 min read


Essex Community Services in dire need of support - any help is welcome
by Sylene Argent Since 1975, Essex Community Services has provided an array of programs to area residents in need, including a...

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Aug 1, 20183 min read


Two volunteers recognized as 40 years of Co-An Park is celebrated
by Garrett Fodor Members of the McGregor community, and those who enjoy Co-An Park’s amenities, gathered to celebrate its 40th...

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Aug 1, 20182 min read


Official ribbon cutting welcomes pavilion to Essex Centre
by Sylene Argent The idea of adding a pavilion to the Essex Centre Heritage Gardens Park stems back to 2014 when consulting firm,...

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Aug 1, 20182 min read


Recommendations for Hanlan extension presented at info night
by Sylene Argent During the second Public Information Centre, held on Wednesday, July 25, interested residents and stakeholders learned...

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Aug 1, 20182 min read
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