Scouting out a new home
By Ryan Percy After 60 years the Scouts in Windsor and Essex County have to find a new home. On Saturday, Oct. 13 the cash register at the Scout Shop on Marentette Avenue took its last sale. The Scouts moved
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Flu shots: are they really important?
By Suraj Sasi Experts emphasize the importance of the seasonal vaccine, but some people do not feel the need to get them. Stacy Manzerolle, program manager at Windsor-Essex County Health Unit, said Influenza can affect anyone and spread quickly and
Downtown still waiting for police foot-patrols during high-risk times
Staff of downtown bars are still concerned despite Windsor police saying foot patrols would be increased. Windsor’s Chief of Police Al Frederick and Mayor Drew Dilkens have offered some solutions to the increased crime in the downtown area in light
Windsor residents unnerved by spate of recent shootings
By Mirjana Janekovic A string of recent shootings and nine murders in less than ten months has Windsor residents unnerved and looking for answers. “I am disappointed with the city and the lack of action,” said Brian Yeomans. “They need
Downtown Mission head spends night outside to battle homelessness
By Xin Zhang The executive director of Windsor’s Downtown Mission spent 24-hours outside in the cold on a bench in the bid combat homelessness. Ron Dunn raised $3,000 in donations while sitting outside the Wellness Centre at 875 Ouellette Ave.
Inaugural Hummus Festival a celebration of diversity
By Yasmina Elasfar The first Hummus festival in Windsor and Essex County brought three religions together in celebration. ”It’s an amazing festival. The girls have been excited all morning to come, and the music is wonderful, and to see many
Windsor riders raise money in battle against Diabetes
By Keerthana Veerapandian Dozens of generous cyclists rode stationary bikes in Windsor recently to raise money in the battle against Diabetes. They joined more than 600 people across the country in the Revolution Ride to Defeat Diabetes sponsored by Sun Life Financial
Crowds flock to Night Market’s new location in Walkerville
By Mirjana Janekovic The Willistead Night Market has survived the death of its patron and has found new life outside the Walkerville Brewery. More than 100 people turned out for its first night in its new location on Argyle Road between
Chinese choir performs at Capitol Theatre
By Oliver Zhao About 100 Chinese performers from Windsor and Detroit took part in a concert at the Capitol Theatre to raise funds for children in Sichuan province. Zhenzhong Ma, president of the Chinese Association Greater Windsor, said the CAGW organized the event
Mega-Hospital opponents circulate petition at Open Streets festival
By Keerthana Veerapandian Opponents of Windsor’s Mega hospital project called for a “re-think” of the proposal during the city’s Open Streets festival. They urged residents to sign a petition calling on officials to restart the site selection process for a
Windsor residents split on benefits of marijuana legalization
By Gouliang Fu Cannabis will be legal in Canada in less than 24 hours. Windsor residents have mixed opinions on whether that’s a positive development. Jordan Troisi said Monday he has “no problem” with the pending change, but Miranda Hanna
Riverside Miracle Diamond facility underway
By Zander Kelly Work is underway at the Farrow Riverside Miracle Park. The former home of Riverside Arena will feature two fully accessible baseball diamonds, a playground, washrooms and a track, with “work-out stations” such as balancing beams and leg squatting
Saints’ baseball team shoots for sixth consecutive championship
The St. Clair Saints men’s baseball team is poised to win its sixth Ontario College Athletic Association championship in as many years. The team finished off a strong 2018 regular season Wednesday with a doubleheader sweep of the Fanshawe Falcons
Windsor Police sign contract to police Amherstburg
Amherstburg residents should expect a “seamless transition” when the Windsor Police Service takes over the contract for policing in the town, officials said at a signing ceremony Friday. Windsor Mayor Drew Dilkens and Amherstburg Mayor Aldo DiCarlo were all smiles
Connection between animals, humans explored at university conference
More than 120 people attended a recent University of Windsor conference focused on the connection between humans and animals. The two-and-a-half day conference was staged by the Animals and Interpersonal Abuse Research Group, an organization run by faculty and graduate students at
Missing and murdered Indigenous women remembered
By Nicole Neuts More than 100 people gathered for a vigil held at Dieppe Park to honour missing and murdered Indigenous women. Sisters in Spirit, a research and educational organization that raises awareness of the violence towards Aboriginal women in
Legalization of pot may cause border issues
By Cassidy McNea A local member of parliament is concerned about how the legalization of cannabis will affect border traffic. Each year more than six million people cross the Ambassador Bridge. With legalization coming into effect on Oct. 17 MP
Wearing Windsor’s history and culture
Two fashion designers have emerged to represent Windsor’s community and culture through their products. Jacob Deacey is the creator of Club Culture Streetwear. The company sells clothing targeted to young adults, such as graphic t-shirts and casual clothing. Deacey produces
Some effort means the world to others
By Abdul Alhusami A Windsor singer is volunteering her time and skills to support a baby with Apert Syndrome. Apert Syndrome is a genetic disorder that causes abnormal growth of the head, face, hands and feet. During pregnancy, the
The power of storytelling
By Joyce St. Antoine Book lovers will be able to attend the 17th year of Bookfest, beginning Oct. 18. The main venue this year is the University of Windsor’s School of Creative Arts Building. Activities will also be held at
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