By Mark Brown/Converged Citizen Staff Hundreds of people turned out in both evening dress and costume to raise money for a local charity supporting head injury victims. The gala, called Disney Dreams, was the primary event on the fundraising calendar
By – Abass Wali. As the flood of Syrian refugees continues in Europe, Canada prepares to bring thousands into the country by the end of 2015. The Liberal Party of Canada promised to bring in at least 25,000 refugees
Dinner raises funds for young people in need Windsor’s low unemployment has been a hard hit to many in the area, especially youth living on their own. An event was held by public relations students from St. Clair College
By Mark Brown The terrorist attacks that struck Paris on Nov. 13 sent shock waves throughout the world, including those in Windsor-Essex who speak French or have come in close proximity to where the attacks took place. Like millions throughout
A renowned Windsor artist is showing off some new pieces at his first solo exhibit in 35 years, after his retirement from the political sphere. Mariano Klimowicz, vice chair of the Association of Representational Artists, featured 28 paintings at
Uber has made its entrance into Windsor’s transportation scene. UberX began in Windsor Nov. 12, but has caused a lot of controversy since it opened up for business. Uber is an American international transportation company that started in San Francisco,
Windsor cafe and bar owners are letting local artists showcase their work to promote the local art scene. There are almost 30 different establishments in Windsor that support local art. From restaurants to cafes, bars and actual art galleries most
Children in need of winter coats will be eligible to receive one free of charge from the Coats for Kids Foundation. Coats for Kids is an annual campaign that works to secure gently used coats for children who cannot afford
By Nate Hinckley The Canadian dollar is continuing to drop and Windsorites are becoming worried. Banks and travel businesses are feeling the strain of the dropping value of the Canadian dollar. The dollar fluctuating up and down since 2011
By: Lyndi-Colleen Morgan A Leamington woman would like to see Down syndrome programs and services become more coordinated. Stephanie Segave is a mother of three and her son Brady Novak, 5, has Down syndrome. Segave volunteers her time at Up About
Tattoos are becoming more acceptable in the workplace as more people are using them for personal expression. There is no law in Canada preventing an employer from refusing employment to someone who is tattooed. While there is no protection for
A Wallaceburg church has been feeding members of the community for more than nine years with one meal every month. In March 2006 Jennifer Provost-Kanally, a member of First Baptist Church in Wallaceburg, started Helping Hands Café, a monthly meal outreach
By Julia Poehlman When it comes to crop production, farmers are using soil conservation to help protect the soil. Reduced crop production or erosion can be caused by clearing land for wood or farming. This can affect the quality
By Ashley Ann Mentley Students carrying large amounts of school-related debt are hoping the newly elected Prime Minister follows through on his promises to improve the student loan system. In September 2010, the total amount of student loans owed to
In the midst of religious extremism, ignorance-based xenophobia and confusion about the relationship between religion and politics, several religious and spiritual heads showed mutual respect and understanding at a recent conference in Windsor. At the annual event “Is compassion possible
by Dawn Gray Residents of Windsor-Essex County can turn to the Salvation Army to provide them with food during hard times and transitional periods. The food bank at the downtown Salvation Army serves all of Windsor, LaSalle, Amherstsburg and Tecumseh.
By Alexandra Latremouille Two local educators have said computer-based lessons are growing in demand for elementary-level students with autism. Many special needs teachers are using computer programs, such as Proloquo2Go and AAC Autism Talk Now, to enhance their students’ educations.
By Lyndi-Colleen Morgan The St. Clair Student Representative Council wrapped up its annual Halloween Food Drive Oct. 20 and 21. The food collected will be donated to the St. Clair College food bank for students who are in need of
By – Abass Wali An expert in cross border trade is confident the Trans Pacific Partnership will benefit all the countries having signed the agreement, including Canada. The Trans Pacific Partnership is a document signed between 12 countries which has opened a new
By Mark Brown/Converged Citizen Staff Voters Oct. 19 brought on a mini-orange crush in Windsor-Essex, while much of the rest of the country went Liberal red. Three of the four ridings in Windsor-Essex became seats for the New Democratic Party
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