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Municipal election information session readies candidates
by Adam Gault With around six months to go before voters across Ontario head to the polls to cast their ballots in October’s municipal...

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May 2, 20182 min read


Long-Term Funding Agreement – Harness Horse Racing in Ontario
Negotiations with Ontario Lottery & Gaming Commission On Friday, April 13th, the Ontario Government and its Gaming Agency, the Lottery...

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May 2, 20182 min read


Essex Home Hardware Building Centre’s 5th anniversary celebratedÂ
by Sylene Argent On Saturday, the community was welcomed to the Essex Home Hardware for a celebration of the Seguin family’s fifth year...

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May 2, 20181 min read


Organ Donation ambassador turns 16, consents to joining the registry
by Sylene Argent Last Wednesday, Essex resident Kaidyn Blair turned 16-years old. He took time away from his celebration to stop by the...

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May 2, 20182 min read


Hockey tournament fundraiser for Humboldt Broncos
by Adam Gault In the wake of last month’s tragic Humboldt Broncos bus crash that claimed the lives of 16 players and support staff of the...

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May 2, 20182 min read


Beaver spotted in Essex Centre
by Sylene Argent When Essex resident Justin Deroy was driving along Talbot Street last Thursday morning, he had to take a double look at...

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Apr 25, 20182 min read


Late Jim Whelan’s family recruiting 66 blood donors in his honour
by Sylene Argent Before his passing on December 18, 2017, McGregor resident Jim Whelan was an avid blood donor, rolling up his sleeve to...

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Apr 25, 20182 min read


Colchester North celebrates Earth Day with fun activities
by Sylene Argent In celebration of Earth Day, and as a way to help students mature into environmental stewards, Colchester North Public...

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Apr 25, 20182 min read


Continued Council Notes for April 16
by Sylene Argent Enlarging the CIP area for Colchester Essex Council received the report “Colchester and County Road 50 Community...

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Apr 25, 20184 min read


Howling at the Moon - The great outdoors
by Sylene Argent I was so excited to hear a resident had seen a beaver walking around Essex Centre last week. I am a huge animal fan and...

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Apr 25, 20182 min read


Essex Special Council Meeting for April 23
by Sylene Argent Rezoning request accepted for 214 Maidstone Avenue West Essex Council accepted a change to the zoning bylaw regarding...

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Apr 25, 20184 min read


Optimist Club recognizes outstanding youth
by Garrett Fodor The Essex Area Optimist Club hosted its ninth annual Youth Appreciation Awards event last Tuesday evening at the Royal...

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Apr 25, 20182 min read


Holy Name student’s art to be featured on Harrow Fair book cover
by Sylene Argent Holy Name Catholic Elementary School grade eight student Emma Tellier won the 2018 Harrow Fair poster contest, which...

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Apr 25, 20182 min read


Essex Council discusses dog pound options
by Sylene Argent At a special meeting hosted at the Essex Civic and Education Centre on Monday evening, Essex Council discussed dog pound...

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Apr 18, 20184 min read


Howling at the Moon - Humboldt Strong
by Sylene Argent Last week, it was uplifting to witness our local businesses and residents support those associated with the Humboldt...

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Apr 18, 20182 min read


Essex Council Notes for Monday, April 16
by Sylene Argent Essex County cemetery outreach program Geography teacher David Brian, of Academie Ste. Cecile International School, and...

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Apr 18, 20184 min read


Panthers host, win All-Ontario Peewee Championship
by Adam Gault As they entered into last Monday’s first game of the 2018 All-Ontario Peewee Triple A Championship, the hosting Sun County...

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Apr 18, 20182 min read


Harrow Public School supports Ronald McDonald House
by Sylene Argent The kindergarten students and staff at Harrow Public School hosted a special collection for the Ronald McDonald House in...

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Apr 18, 20181 min read


Christian Reformed Church presented $500 to Food Bank
by Sylene Argent With the desire to support local families and individuals in need, Essex Christian Reformed Church hosts a variety of...

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Apr 18, 20182 min read


Local historian explains importance of local fur trade
by Adam Gault Local historian and author, Chris Carter, brought his passion of our region’s history to life last weekend as he hosted a...

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Apr 18, 20182 min read
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