Windsor is expected to accommodate 900 refugees this year, about four times more than in most years. “Last year, a regular year, we received approximately 250 people,” said Marcela Diaz with the Multicultural Council of Windsor and Essex County. “This
A new study suggests Canadian kids are the least active worldwide. In the 2014 study by ParticipACTION, Canada gets a D grade on its Physical Activity for Children and Youth Report Card. It is recommended children and youth get at
The graduate student society’s referendum campaign committee presented a $72-million proposal to build a new recreation facility for students and faculty at the University of Windsor this Wednesday. Located in Room 100 of the Anthony P. Toldo Health Education Centre,
The Herman Griffins took home the WECSSAA football championship for the ninth time in a row. Herman battled it out with Holy Name Knights and came out victorious 25-17 in regulation time at the University of Windsor’s Alumni Field. The
For anyone looking for dinner, Artilicious Windsor cooks up a combination of local food and art. The third annual Artilicious was a celebration of food and art held on Nov. 9 at Caesars Windsor. More than 500 attended the event
Unifor and Catholic School have reached a tentative deal. The deal was reached on Nov. 17 and will affect 370 custodians, secretaries, and office and clerical staff. Unifor and Representative from the Ministry of Education discussed the deal for a
After a shocking video of a man abusing a dog was sent to the Windsor Police Services, a Windsor man was charged with causing unnecessary pain, suffering or injury to an animal. He had sent the video to a family
Santa will be arriving at the Devonshire Mall on Dec. 3 just in time for the Christmas Season. His chopper is scheduled to touch down in the mall parking lot at 11 a.m. So parents and children who want to
For the first time in the history of FINA world swimming championships, 3D gifts will be distributed to the winners instead of medals. The 13th edition of the FINA championship will attract the world’s best swimmers from more than 175
By Joe Gibel Singer-songwriter Leonard Cohen whose career spanned six decades and inspired generations has died. The 82-year-old died on Nov. 7, in his home. His death was not announced until Nov. 10. A memorial service is planned for the
By Md Nuruzzaman The second volume of From The Vault is now on shelves. The visual history book depicts the timeline of Windsor’s history from 1950 to 1980. These photos were gathered from the Windsor Star archives. This volume represents
By: Maryam Farag Windsorites have been trying to break into filmmaking careers, hoping to help advance the film industry in the city. Film Camp for Kids & Youth was founded by Amanda Gellman in Windsor. The organization is committed to
By Kaitlynn Kenney The Chthonic Youth’s art project has been attracting locals to the downtown Windsor visual display. Local artist Gustave Morin and his artistic display has been drawing in many Windsorites with his collage of artwork. Between Oct.13 and
By Zander Kelly Windsor can get ready for a new boost of national pride as the Great Canadian Flag Project gets closer to completion. The Great Canadian Flag Project was first proposed in 1980 by Thomas McDade. His idea was
By Aaron Wharram People in the Town of Amherstburg gathered around the cenotaph at King’s Navy Yard Park Friday morning to remember veterans who have given their lives in Canadian military operations. The ceremony started with a parade led by
By Lt-Col. David Lafreniere (ret’d) At the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month, the cannon roared and silence fell at the Windsor cenotaph marking a moment of remembrance. The Remembrance Day memorial service at City Hall
By Quentin Doak Remembering those who gave their lives in past wars is still important to young people and many of them were present at the cenotaph in City Hall Square Nov. 11. Nick Robinson and Kassidy Morency are students
By Ryan Jones Media outlets and national polls were left in disbelief following the outcome of the 2016 U.S. Election. Election Day was an important day for American citizens as they made their way to the polls to vote. Despite
By Barry Hazlehurst The new legislation proposed by the province of Ontario is looking to treat vapourizers and related products similar to the way tobacco is being regulated. The government of Ontario has put legislation forward, but has a more
By John Perry-Goodson The Greater Essex Catholic District School Board is on strike, impacting both Unifor members and students. The strike started Oct. 17, and there have been no negotiations with WECDSB. If the school board is unwilling to participate
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