Back to homepage

Latest News

Mother Language Day

Mother Language Day

🕔12:59, 24.Feb 2017

By MD. Nuruzzaman Hundreds of Bengali community members gathered at Windsor City Hall to celebrate International Mother Language Day (IMLD). The celebration on Feb. 21 started with the Bangladesh and Canadian national anthems followed by  Mayor Drew Dilkens raising the

Read Full Article
Service Ontario closure sparks protest

Service Ontario closure sparks protest

🕔12:02, 24.Feb 2017

The closing of a Service Ontario outlet sparked outrage in a small town, even though the close is only temporary. Residents of Belle River met on Saturday, Feb. 18 to protest the closing of the government office. Although there were more

Read Full Article
Downtown Detroit memorial held for icon Mike Ilitch

Downtown Detroit memorial held for icon Mike Ilitch

🕔11:44, 24.Feb 2017

By Ryan Blevins Michigan residents are mourning the loss of a Detroit icon. Mike Ilitch died at the age of 87 on Feb. 10, after spending years in the public eye. A series of public visitations were arranged for fans

Read Full Article
Windsor Police Service turns 150

Windsor Police Service turns 150

🕔11:33, 24.Feb 2017

By Alyssa Leonard When Canada was becoming a country, Windsor’s police force was being created and this year they are both celebrating a special birthday — 150 years.   The Windsor Police Service have great plans for their upcoming anniversary.

Read Full Article
Powerline technician program gets zapped with cash

Powerline technician program gets zapped with cash

🕔11:21, 24.Feb 2017

By Michelle Laramie   People who want to be the heroes who keep power running will soon be getting better training. The St. Clair College powerline technician program has been awarded $2 million from the federal and provincial government to

Read Full Article
Shocking facts on use of force

Shocking facts on use of force

🕔11:01, 24.Feb 2017

The Windsor Police Service board held a public meeting and their findings in the use of force annual report may come as a shock. The number of injuries sustained by members of the community decreased in 2016 compared to previous

Read Full Article
Sales drop on Valentine’s Day

Sales drop on Valentine’s Day

🕔14:15, 17.Feb 2017

  Some Windsor businesses are reporting weak sales on their Valentine’s Day specials. The owner of Janette Florist, Brandy Sullivan, said sales this year are not as good as last year, but roses were still in high demand on Valentine’s

Read Full Article
Local poets share their work

Local poets share their work

🕔14:03, 17.Feb 2017

Local poets had an opportunity to present their work to the public at a recent literary event in Windsor. Urban Farmhouse Press presented the event ‘By the River: Poetry and Prose’, an ongoing series to showcase local poets and writers

Read Full Article
Fiber optic internet means no data caps

Fiber optic internet means no data caps

🕔14:03, 17.Feb 2017

by Dawn Gray Local internet provider MNSi Telcom is upgrading its service to allow for faster speeds, lower prices and no data caps for customers. MNSi Telecom expects to invest $35 million on the gradual installation of the new cutting

Read Full Article
LGBTQ students at University of Windsor open up about mental health struggles

LGBTQ students at University of Windsor open up about mental health struggles

🕔13:58, 17.Feb 2017

  Some University of Windsor students are hoping to change the existing stigma around the LGBTQ community and mental illness. Students hosted an LGBTQ and mental health themed open mic night at Vanier Hall. On Feb. 16, all attendees were given a creative

Read Full Article
The Vagina Monologues empowers women, sheds light on sexual assault.

The Vagina Monologues empowers women, sheds light on sexual assault.

🕔13:57, 17.Feb 2017

By Nantanaa Mutharasu Women around the world have two things in common: their vaginas and likelihood of experiencing sexual assault at least once in their lifetime. The University of Windsor’s law students took the issue to centre stage, and presented

Read Full Article
Local poets share their work

Local poets share their work

🕔13:48, 17.Feb 2017

Local poets had an opportunity to present their work to the public at a recent literary event in Windsor. Urban Farmhouse Press presented the event ‘By the River: Poetry and Prose’, an ongoing series to showcase local poets and writers

Read Full Article
Afrofest panel challenges stereotypical views

Afrofest panel challenges stereotypical views

🕔13:44, 17.Feb 2017

By David Lafreneire Panelists challenged the stereotypical views of a black man during a discussion at Afrofest last week. What is the image of a black man? was the provocative title of a seminar held during the festival. Afrofest is

Read Full Article
Vinyl revival

Vinyl revival

🕔13:21, 17.Feb 2017

by Aaron Lombardi Owners of independent record stores say the outlook is good with the closing of HMV Canada’s 102 stores. According to an article by Fortune magazine, vinyl record sales have risen to $416 million USD per year contributing

Read Full Article
CBC mental health presentation

CBC mental health presentation

🕔12:58, 17.Feb 2017

By: Justin Crouch CBC Windsor hosted a mental health presentation for students who suffer from stress-related anxieties and depression associated with studies and life stressors. A live broadcast was held discussing various mental health struggles with psychology professionals on Feb.

Read Full Article
A Night to Shine

A Night to Shine

🕔12:46, 17.Feb 2017

By Grace Bauer Individuals with special needs walked down the red carpet at what was, for most, the only prom they ever experienced. Almost 100 adults and young people with varying physical and developmental disabilities attended Night to Shine at

Read Full Article
New YMCA location off to a great start

New YMCA location off to a great start

🕔12:39, 17.Feb 2017

By Nate Hinckley The Windsor YMCA is benefiting from its move to the city’s east side. The Y moved from its Victoria Ave. location to Central Park Athletics at Central Ave. and Grand Marais in late 2016. Windsor’s YMCA was

Read Full Article
Border City Wresting returns to St. Clair College

Border City Wresting returns to St. Clair College

🕔12:32, 17.Feb 2017

By Joe Gibel Border City Wrestling fans are looking forward to its return at St. Clair College on March 25. Since late 1992 BCW has been thrilling fans with wrestling entertainment in the Windsor area and promises to continue the

Read Full Article
Hospice continues its journey

Hospice continues its journey

🕔12:12, 17.Feb 2017

The Hospice team is continuing to provide services for people in Windsor and Essex County, encouraging members of the community to volunteer. Staff at Hospice of Windsor and Essex County empowers people suffering from life-altering diagnoses and their caregivers to

Read Full Article
Black history is local history

Black history is local history

🕔11:54, 17.Feb 2017

Windsorites are learning about black history. The Windsor Public Library and the Essex County branch of the Ontario Genealogical Society held a meeting in honour of Black History Month with guest speaker Irene Moore Davis. Moore Davis is a Canadian

Read Full Article

Start Your Career in Journalism

Journalism Ad

Alumni Testimonial

Get Social!

Follow us, Like us, Love us, Watch us!

Latest TV Broadcast

The MediaPlex Insider

Latest Radio Broadcast

MediaPlex Friday Live