The virtual pet adoption program of Windsor Essex County Humane Society has led to lower pet-returns. With the increased demand for pets during the COVID-19 lockdown, the Humane Society has found foster homes for 2,300 animals this year. About 75
Essex town council members are reviewing the community’s 2021 budget and where it will spend tax dollars for the upcoming year. On Nov. 30, Essex councillors brought up multiple topics and concerns they will need to deal with in the upcoming year. The council focused on most heavily were replacing several old pieces of fire department equipment within the Essex area. Chief Rick Arnel of Essex Fire and Rescue has announced that they will be replacing and getting new equipment for
Askin Avenue residents are against the creation of an addition and partial demolition to a home at 436 Askin Ave. – a heritage-listed property. Askin Avenue is one of the few areas left in Windsor, which has several 100-year-old homes
Some experts think investing in a nation’s military could increase the chances of an armed conflict. In international relations, a “security dilemma” is when the improvement of the military capabilities of a nation leads to heightened tensions with other nations who develop capabilities
This past October has taken Saamer Mansoor to new places, even if he never left his house. Mansoor was selected out of thousands of applicants to become a delegate for Canada at the G20 Young Entrepreneurs Alliance Summit, a global meeting of young entrepreneurs from all G20 members. But what went into him getting there? To start, he was born in
Shoes have always been a fashion statement for many people, but, for indigenous people, shoes are also a symbol of cultural pride. Rock Your Mocs is a week-long event where indigenous people can show off their moccasins in any
Managers of a tourism program are encouraging businesses and entrepreneurs to create new travel ideas. The Spark Mentorship and Grants Program, started in 2018, awards three applicants who pitch the best tourism ideas in a designated region each year. Winnings include a $3,000 grant, three-month mentorships and ongoing access to support networks.
With the use of foodbanks on the rise across Canada, volunteers at Feeding Windsor have stepped up to fill a much-needed hole in both the hearts and bellies of people in Windsor-Essex County. Feeding Windsor has fed approximately 180,000 hungry people from Essex County and their various animals in 2019 alone. Their current
North Star Cheer is Windsor’s only cheer team, open since 2006. Owned and coach by Cheri McCurdy-Ducre and Linda McCurdy, they not only teach cheerleading but also teamwork and dedication, according to their website. Even the name has a story. “I considered a number of
Many Canadians realize how great life can be in Canada, but some refugees say it is a struggle with hardships paving the way to a better future. The Immigration Act of 1976 gave refugees a distinct status for those fleeing poverty, war, gangs, persecution and other types of hardships. The act defined
You better watch out! You better not cry! And you better wear your mask! Because Santa Claus, Ms.Claus and the whole North Pole gang are headed to St.Clair College for Windsor’s annual Santa Claus parade with a few adjustments to
Staff at one doctor’s office in Amherstburg have completely changed the way their patients visit with their physicians by bringing almost everything they do online. Dr. Tim O’Callahan said they broke up into groups with one doctor going into the office
Artists say they are experiencing the struggles and hardships that COVID-19 has brought to the music industry. Just like many professions, the pandemic has taken its toll on those making their living in music. The year 2020 has been a challenge for the
Business owners who are looking to profit from Halloween spending during COVID-19 are experiencing mixed results. Nationally, 62 per cent of Canadians have no plans to celebrate the occasion this year. As such, themed attractions have adjusted for new customer spending. Sue Hancock is the manager of Exodus Escape Room which has a Halloween-themed room. She said the
Amid COVID-19, owners and employees said flexibility and adaptation are helping their small businesses survive. A Statistics Canada data chart reveals roughly 52 per cent of all small businesses in Ontario alone have added new ways to interact and sell to customers in the new normal. Such adaptations are part of Meghan
Halloween today, for many people, means candy, costumes and decorations. What some people do not know is the religious background behind the holiday. Halloween originated as a Pagan Celtic holiday called Samhain (SOW-wen). The name Halloween came from All Hallows Eve, meaning “all
Countries who experience high levels of poor air quality have seen noticeable drops in pollution since the start of the global pandemic. The novel coronavirus has had various impacts around the globe. One of those impacts is strict stay at home orders. These orders halted travel in most countries last spring. More people staying at home is believed to have led to a decrease in air pollution. Less pollution equals better air
Teachers are reuniting with students as schools reopen this fall. The decision to hold indoor classes was based on meetings organized by the Ministry of Education in the summer. Suggestions were offered on how schools should be re-opened while ensuring the safety of the students during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Those accused of crimes are now more likely to get bail because of COVID-19 concerns, according to legal experts. According to the Windsor Police Service website, on Wednesday Sept. 23, 2020, patrol officers responded to a report of a fight in the area of
By Precious Alasa Religious organizations in Windsor-Essex have been allowed to reopen their places of worship after a lockdown of three months. Ontario premier Doug Ford made the public announcement on June 8 that churches can now reopen at 30
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