Leonard Rd. Fire
A fire broke out around 10:30 pm on Feb. 9 in a garage on Leonard Rd. in east Windsor. There were no injuries reported and no damage estimate given.
A fire broke out around 10:30 pm on Feb. 9 in a garage on Leonard Rd. in east Windsor. There were no injuries reported and no damage estimate given.
By Dan Gray MediaPlex Alumni The dictionary defines a sports fan as an enthusiastic devotee of sports. Under this definition, for almost 35 years I have been a sports fan. If my grandmother had her way I would have
The City of Windsor announced today that Deputy Chief Stephan Laforet will be taking over as the cities fire chief. Current Chief Bruce Montone is staying in place until the official hand over which is to take place effective April 1,
The Ontario Provincial Police report someone has been killed in a car accident near Harrow. According to police, a two vehicle collision involving a tractor trailer occurred around 8 this morning. Ontario Provincial Police have closed county road 11 between
Three years. Some students who leave the MediaPlex next week will have been learning the art of journalism for three years. Four hundred hours chasing stories, taking pictures, conducting interviews and preparing ourselves for the real world. Surrounded by the
The Downtown Farmer’s Market is on the move again. For the third time in five years the market, operated by the Downtown Residents Association will uproot its operation to change location. The new location on Pelissier Street between University Avenue
FIRST Robotics teams across the county are looking for funds to help with this year’s competition. A dozen local high school teams participating in this years “stronghold event” are currently fundraising to make their robots a reality. The seemingly fun
Windsor’s emergency services are reminding residents to take extra precautions this holiday season. Both Windsor Police Service and Windsor Fire and Rescue Services have started their annual campaigns to bring awareness to recurring seasonal problems. From identity theft to dangers
If the proposed 2016 budget is approved with no changes, taxpayers will be faced with a 1.75 per cent property tax hike in the City of Windsor. This increase would be the first in seven years. It would include the
Windsor Fire and Rescue Services are experimenting with technology to fight a different type of battle – response times. “Our current state of technology allows us to keep the lights on and that’s about it,” said WFRS Chief Bruce
Harvard University doctors and studies show that participating in martial arts can benefit children with ADHD. The exercise stimulates norepinephrine and dopamine chemicals in the brain. Martial arts also requires them to use complex movements with their muscles requiring focus.
St. Clair College is opening their doors to future students soon. On Nov. 28 between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. anyone interested in the college is invited to come to the campus and see what we do. You will have
The Royal Canadian Legion will be holding a cenotaph service downtown at Windsor Cenotaph Sunday, November 8, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. The parade leading up to the service will leave Dieppe Park at 1:30 p.m. The City of Windsor will
The Windsor Express played the National Basketball Leagues of Canada’s first ever exhibition game that wasn’t against another NBLC team last night. The Toronto Raptors NBA D-League team Raptors 905 were in town to tip-off against the Express. The Express
Windsor city councillors has voted for an auditor general, just not at the municipal level. That was the decision after four hours of sometimes heated debate over a motion put forward by Ward 10 Coun. Paul Borrelli. The decision was supported
By: Dan Gray Windsor Fire and Rescues Services continues to make changes in light of the budget shortfall contained a report headed to council tonight. The City of Windsor’s 2015 budget of almost $41 million to protect citizens from fire
Residents of Walkerville are concerned a recent death of a motorcyclist is not enough and wonder what the plans are to tackle the many citywide traffic issues. Joe Baker has resided near the corner of Richmond Road and Chilver
An early morning fire forced residents out of their apartments on Windsor’s east side. Calls came in to Windsor Fire and Rescue Services to attend 2455 Rivard Ave. for a working fire on the fifth floor of the building around
“Hear the beep where you sleep, every bedroom needs a working smoke alarm” is this years slogan for the annual fire prevention week. Windsor Fire and Rescue Services along with all other departments in the province are encouraging homeowners to
Winter is coming and those living in poverty now have a place to stay warm all the time. The Downtown Mission will now be open 24 hours a day to provide safe accommodations those who require it. According to Ron