Windsor Star

Wed, 01 May 2024 03:27:22 +0000
WESPY Awards once again shines the light on area's athletic excellence
It’s an event that continues to showcase just how deep the talent pool runs in the area. It was on full display Tuesday as the winners were unveiled at the 17th Windsor/Essex Sports Persons of the Year (WESPY) Awards at the Caboto Club, which featu...

Tue, 30 Apr 2024 20:02:07 +0000
Free comic book day Saturday downtown
Superheroes, rogue agents and daredevils unite! Comic book lovers of all ages are expected to flock to several downtown locations Saturday for free comic book day. The fun begins at Rogues Gallery Comics, which is teaming up with neighbouring Chimczu...

Tue, 30 Apr 2024 19:49:47 +0000
Keith 'Babyface' Edmonds to play Caesars Windsor July 25
Thirteen-time Grammy Award-winning recording artist, songwriter and producer Kenny “Babyface” Edmonds will take the stage at Caesars Windsor July 25. Over five decades, Edmonds has released numerous multi-platinum albums including Tender Lover, ...

Tue, 30 Apr 2024 19:18:13 +0000
For Windsor-Essex schools, new cellphone rules ‘doesn’t change much’
The Ontario government’s new rules for cellphone use in schools announced Sunday won’t change much in the classroom, says Mario Spagnuolo, president of the Greater Essex Elementary Teachers’ Federation of Ontario. On Sunday, Ontario Educat...

Tue, 30 Apr 2024 16:39:39 +0000
Essex mayor questions frequency of county’s new police oversight board
Essex Mayor Sherry Bondy is concerned that the county’s new OPP oversight board will not be able to address community safety concerns promptly enough due to its sparse meeting schedule. The Essex County OPP Detachment Board — North, which dis...

Tue, 30 Apr 2024 16:22:43 +0000
Company with Windsor links achieves 'extreme-fast charging' battery breakthrough
In a technological breakthrough, a battery firm with Windsor links announced Monday it’s figured out how to charge electric vehicle batteries in mere minutes. StoreDot announced said it successfully demonstrated the implementation of its Extrem...

Tue, 30 Apr 2024 13:56:25 +0000
Juno-winning comedian Kyle Brownrigg to perform at Kordazone Theatre
Juno award-winning comedian Kyle Brownrigg brings a night of fun, laughs and excitement to Kordazone Theatre May 3. A stand-up comedian who has toured across the country, Brownrigg will be joined by Ben McKay and Tobi Solebo. Brownrigg received his J...

Tue, 30 Apr 2024 13:53:44 +0000
Updated: Windsor to expropriate land for homelessness hub near downtown
The City of Windsor says it has found a location near the downtown for its proposed permanent Homelessness and Housing Help Hub. The city announced Tuesday it had selected 700 Wellington Ave. as the location of the H4, but the 7.14-acre property curr...

Tue, 30 Apr 2024 13:47:13 +0000
Windsor police aim to speed up top-priority 911 response times
The time it took Windsor police officers to respond to highest-priority calls in 2023 averaged 11 minutes and 48 seconds — 85 seconds slower than the service’s five-year average. But officials say recent changes were made that are already showing...

Tue, 30 Apr 2024 13:08:29 +0000
'Acts of hatred' — UWindsor Pride Centre shuts after homophobic vandalism attacks
After a series of targeted “hate crimes” sparked safety concerns, the University of Windsor’s Campus Pride Centre has temporarily closed — during the most stressful time of year for many students needing its support. The University of Windsor...

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