More along the road
Windsorites may have to pay more if city council approves a progressive road tax. A revised road tax levy was brought up at the executive committee meeting at city hall on Nov. 23. The proposal is an incremental tax
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Windsor-Essex Catholic District School Board to move forward with accommodation reviews
Three elementary schools could be closed in June 2016, could lead to two new middle school facilities The Windsor-Essex Catholic District School Board’s trustees have decided to start three accommodation reviews which, if approved, could close and consolidate schools in
Local Muslims react to Paris terror
Terrorist attacks,violent conflicts, increased global security – it all seems to be related to radical Islam. But Muslim students at the University of Windsor want people to know Islam is really a peaceful religion. The Muslim Student association held a student candle
Windsorites say pets get PTSD too
Although she was only a puppy when her past owners mistreated her, two years later, the abuse she received still affects her today. Siberian husky Miley was four months old when she was rescued by Jenn St. Jean. Back then,
Launch of Uber app has mixed reactions
The ride-sharing app Uber has rolled out in Windsor and while residents say they’re happy to have another means of transportation, taxi drivers are concerned of a possible drop in business. As a result, a report went before council and
New schools: Good news for the public board, ‘disappointment’ for the Catholic
Windsor’s public school board has been given funding by the province to build two new schools, but the Catholic board has been left with nothing. Education minister Liz Sandals announced $498 million in funding Nov. 9 to build 30 new
Mobile Data Terminals could reduce fire department response times
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
Body found in Detroit River
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Bicycle safety laws
On Nov. 6, a cyclist was traveling northbound on Dougall and when he came to the intersection of Erie he saw a vehicle. Unable to move in time he slid under the vehicle and was run over by the back
Investment going into after school
A fraction of over $13 million going towards afterschool programs in Windsor could help out struggling families and their children. The Ontario Government announced Tuesday it will be investing $13.5 million into afterschool programs in Ontario, which could include those
Number of Windsorites opening small businesses is growing
By Taylor Busch In a recent report released by the Canadian Federation of Independent Business, Windsor is quickly climbing up the list of the best communities to start a small business in. Matt Marchand is the president and CEO of
Uber comes to Windsor
Story By Sean Previl Uber has arrived in Windsor. The ride-sharing program started operating at 3 p.m. Nov. 12. Mayor Drew Dilkens, who has been supportive in bringing the service to the city, said he was not surprised the service
Investment into after school
The provincial government is investing $13.5 million dollars into after-school programs across the province. This is especially important for low-income families in Windsor to help kids start healthy eating habits. According to Sandwich Teen Action Group centre, executive director John
Residents raise money for Downtown Farmers Market
By Jillian Toman A concerned resident took matters into his own hands after City Council rejected a proposal by the Downtown Residents Association. The organization requested that the city reduce its annual rental fees for its use of Charles Clark
Windsor Fire and Rescue Services response timed
By Jillian Toman Windsor Fire and Rescue Services has the longest response time among 10 large cities surveyed in Canada, according to the Ontario Municipal CAO’s Benchmarking Initiative. The survey results revealed Windsor takes 20 seconds longer than any of
Escape rooms on the rise in Windsor
From the outside looking in, most people who walk by the Windermere building on Tecumseh Rd. would see just a normal structure. But for those who enter the basement of one of the stores located inside it their experiences are
Martial arts benefit children with ADHD
Participation in martial arts is proving to be favourable for kids living with ADHD. While many alternatives to medication for children who have ADHD come and go, participation in martial arts does not seem to be going anywhere. In fact,
Windsor’s one night date with the NBA
The Windsor Express competed in an exhibition game of historic proportions. On Nov. 5, the Windsor Express played against the Raptors 905, a team in the NBA’s development league owned by the Toronto Raptors. The exhibition game marked the
Downtown farmers market raises funds to pay high city bills with tweet
Following council’s decision on Oct. 2 to not waive an additional $3,000 in fees for the use of Charles Clark Square next summer, one Windsorite used social media to launch the campaign that could help the Downtown Windsor Farmers
St. Clair College Open House
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
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