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Fri, 21 May 2021 23:56:58 +0000
Jarvis: This could actually work
Ontario’s third bid to reopen the province could actually work. The latest tack announced by Premier Doug Ford on Thursday is both promising and reassuring. It’s a three-step plan phased in over three months. It’s based on clear and...

Fri, 21 May 2021 23:51:38 +0000
Former teacher hopes children's book inspires students and seniors bonding
When Karen DeSantis retired in 2019 after a 32-year career as an elementary school teacher, one of her favourite classroom programs left with her. DeSantis generally taught Grade 2 through 4 in the Greater Essex County District School Board and some ...

Fri, 21 May 2021 23:48:53 +0000
CAMPP pursuing 'other options' to challenge Windsor-Essex megahospital site
Despite the latest ruling against Citizens for an Accountable Megahospital Planning Process, the group believes there's a lot more to be done.

Fri, 21 May 2021 23:41:57 +0000
Town of Lakeshore to reopen West Beach
Starting Saturday, Lakeview Park and West Beach in Lakeshore will once again be accessible to the public — as long as gatherings are kept to a maximum of five people.

Fri, 21 May 2021 23:36:07 +0000
First heat and humidity caution of the season issued for Windsor-Essex
A temperature high of 31 C and a humidex of 34 prompted Environment Canada to issue Windsor's first heat and humidity weather statement of the year on Friday.

Fri, 21 May 2021 22:50:42 +0000
'Horrendous and surreal' — Leamington homeowner threatened with enormous gas leak bill
A Leamington man worries he could lose his retirement home and income property if he loses his battle with the province and the municipality over the unfortunate discovery of minute traces of foul-smelling gas leaking into the atmosphere from his bac...

Fri, 21 May 2021 22:33:55 +0000
Newly signed Spitfires' forward Birkett not unfamiliar with club
Left-winger Wylie Birkett almost seemed destined to play for the Windsor Spitfires. The team announced on Friday that the 17-year-old Birkett, who was a ninth-round pick by the Spitfires in the 2020 Ontario Hockey League Draft, has agreed to a standa...

Fri, 21 May 2021 21:56:52 +0000
'Racially motivated' harassment reported on Gordie Howe bridge project
Despite a plea from Gordie Howe bridge officials for people to call police with information about “racially motived harassment” on their project site, the Windsor Police Service wouldn’t confirm Friday if there’s even an investigation. Michae...

Fri, 21 May 2021 21:51:10 +0000
Windsor gym owner sent to court after opening for 'essential’ service
A Windsor gym owner who opened his doors to offer “essential” fitness services is gearing up for a court battle after Windsor bylaw enforcers accused him of violating lockdown orders. “I’m not going to get bullied,” said Luis Mendez, who ow...

Fri, 21 May 2021 20:13:44 +0000
Alleged trafficker found not guilty of fentanyl possession
A Windsor judge found a Toronto man not guilty Friday of possession of fentanyl for the purpose of trafficking due to a lack of evidence linking him to the powerful drug. Superior Court Justice Renee Pomerance noted several issues with evidence prese...



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