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Politicians weighing options following Leamington Heinz closure

Politicians weighing options following Leamington Heinz closure

🕔14:43, 25.Nov 2013

  By Richard Riosa Local and provincial politicians are still reeling from the recent announcement of the Heinz plant shutdown in Leamington – and many would like more than a token cheque from the provincial government. The H. J. Heinz

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Former CEO finds Rob Ford “Peddie”

Former CEO finds Rob Ford “Peddie”

🕔14:30, 22.Nov 2013

  By Richard Riosa Richard Peddie appeared in Windsor Nov. 21 to discuss his vision for the city. The former CEO of Maple Leafs Sports and Entertainment was the guest speaker for the Windsor-Essex Regional Chamber of Commerce’s annual general

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New coach strives for European Tour

New coach strives for European Tour

🕔10:50, 22.Nov 2013

By Adam El-Baba There was nothing but excitement when St. Clair College announced their new head for the Women’s Varsity soccer team, Nov. 20. New coach Steve Vagnini didn’t hesitate to outline his immediate goals to the team. “We are

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Breaking Bad co-star RJ Mitte says ‘stand up to bullying’

Breaking Bad co-star RJ Mitte says ‘stand up to bullying’

🕔13:46, 15.Nov 2013

  By Richard Riosa Breaking Bad co-star RJ Mitte wants to raise awareness about the effects of bullying and brought his message to Windsor Nov. 13. Mitte, 21, was the keynote speaker at an event held at the Giovanni Caboto

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Windsor refuses to lose thoracic surgeries from hospitals

Windsor refuses to lose thoracic surgeries from hospitals

🕔13:44, 15.Nov 2013

By Sean Previl Hundreds of people are showing their support of Windsor Regional Hospital’s decision to continue thoracic surgery in the city. Residents of Windsor and Essex County gathered at the Vollmer Complex in LaSalle Nov. 12 to voice their

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Windsor’s newest bike shop is open for business

Windsor’s newest bike shop is open for business

🕔11:34, 15.Nov 2013

By Y. Murad Erzinclioglu Bike enthusiasts are flocking to a popular bike shop’s new location that is creating a buzz in Walkerville. The City Cyclery opened its new location at the beginning of November and has already drawn more than

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Mold industry experts predict growth

Mold industry experts predict growth

🕔10:41, 12.Nov 2013

  By Richard Riosa Local tool and mold industry experts are predicting a bright future for Windsor’s manufacturing economy. The Canadian Association of Mold Makers held its annual general meeting at the Giovanni Caboto Club Nov. 6. The event was

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Thieves make off with $70,000 in merchandise

Thieves make off with $70,000 in merchandise

🕔15:15, 8.Nov 2013

By Chris Mailloux A robbery has left a local video game store to pick up the pieces after a significant amount of merchandise was stolen. The Game MD on 5452 Tecumseh Rd. E. was broken into Nov. 3. The thieves

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How to budget for a charitable event

How to budget for a charitable event

🕔13:13, 8.Nov 2013

  By Richard Riosa Canadian Diabetes Association executives say accuracy and detail are crucial when budgeting for a charitable event. The CDA is a national non-profit organization which operates regional offices supporting diabetes research, education and advocacy to the government.

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Shane Koyczan comes to Windsor

Shane Koyczan comes to Windsor

🕔12:14, 8.Nov 2013

By Taylor Desjardins The St. Clair College Student Representative Council brought in a spoken word artist who has been featured on TEDTalks and the Vancouver Olympics to the Chrysler Theatre on Oct. 28. Shane Koyczan was introduced by vice president

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Rotary raises money with wine and food

Rotary raises money with wine and food

🕔12:00, 8.Nov 2013

By Jolene Perron A group in Windsor is showing how a simple glass of wine, fine dining and good company can impact the city. Wines of the World took place Nov. 1 at the St. Clair Centre for the Arts

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Special donation helps youth center stay on budget

Special donation helps youth center stay on budget

🕔11:55, 8.Nov 2013

By Jolene Perron A donation of 12 computers is helping an Amherstburg youth centre maintain their yearly budget. When government funding is out of the picture and only half of the budget is guaranteed, The House of Shalom Youth Centre’s

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Marine shipping on the rebound following 2009 recession

Marine shipping on the rebound following 2009 recession

🕔11:00, 8.Nov 2013

  By Richard Riosa Businesses folded, purchasing power decreased and many families were left homeless. The global recession of 2009 has had a lasting impact on the economy worldwide. Canada’s recession lasted roughly nine months, starting in late 2008 and

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Second annual Windsor-Essex Tech Show connects students with local tech companies

Second annual Windsor-Essex Tech Show connects students with local tech companies

🕔13:30, 6.Nov 2013

By Richard Riosa Technology industry executives say they are hoping to change Windsor’s manufacturing reputation and diversify its economy. The second annual Windsor-Essex Tech Show, hosted by the Windsor-Essex Chamber of Commerce, was held Oct. 29 at the Giovanni Caboto

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DWBIA looks to Windsor Police for action

DWBIA looks to Windsor Police for action

🕔14:17, 25.Oct 2013

By Adam El-Baba Windsor Police Service have released details of the downtown stabbing that occurred on the block between University Avenue West and Park Street Oct. 19. The brawl left five people with minor injuries and one University of Windsor

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Local haunted house owner are looking to scare Windsorites

Local haunted house owner are looking to scare Windsorites

🕔14:06, 25.Oct 2013

by Liam Higgins Windsorites wanting a good scare will be able to get their fix for again this at the Scarehouse. The Scarehouse at the corner of Tuscarora Road and Ouellette Avenue is in its seventh year of operation. The

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Windsor gets a taste of craft beer

Windsor gets a taste of craft beer

🕔13:32, 25.Oct 2013

By Sean Previl Craft beer is gaining popularity in Windsor and two local people are working to increase the awareness of the brew. Adriano Ciotoli and his sister Pina held Windsor’s first Craft Beer Festival Oct. 18-19 bringing 3,000 people

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This is Halloween – Then and Now

🕔20:36, 20.Oct 2013

By Jolene Perron Ghosts, goblins and witches, oh my! Halloween is nearly upon us. The festive children’s holiday filled with costumes, candies and junk food. Take away all of those things and what is left? This tradition we have been

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Downtown stabbings leave one dead, five injured

Downtown stabbings leave one dead, five injured

🕔16:32, 19.Oct 2013

Updated Oct. 27, 2013 By Sean Previl Five men are injured and one dead from stab wounds after an early morning incident downtown Oct. 19.  The Windsor Police Service was called to Pelissier Street near University Avenue around 2 a.m.

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Riverside Reunion digs up memories

Riverside Reunion digs up memories

🕔17:30, 18.Oct 2013

By Sandee Nho Twnety-five years ago students at Riverside Secondary School buried a time capsule filled with memories and letters. On Oct. 12 they dug up their past. Graduates filled the cafeteria as the contents of a time capsule were

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