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Kick off your New Year’s Eve with K-Town Countdown!
December 19, 2023
The City of Kingston will be taking over the INVISTA Centre from 5 - 9 p.m. on Dec. 31, 2023, with fun activities for all ages. This year’s K-Town Countdown,…
Former ‘Leon’s Centre’ new name to be decided by city council tonight
December 19, 2023
Story by Christena Lawrie, CFRC's Broadcast Journalist, for the Local Journalism Initiative. At tonight’s city council meeting, councilors will be considering a new naming rights partner for the large entertainment…
Holidays to affect City and Utilities Kingston services
December 18, 2023
City of Kingston and Utilities Kingston services and facilities will be affected by the holidays as outlined below. Christmas and New Year’s holiday green bin, garbage and recycling schedule: There…
Kingston Community Health Centres feels effects of low compensation increases, advocates for staff
December 16, 2023
A new report highlights the growing wage gap between Ontario’s community health care workers and health workers in other sectors. Despite the rising cost of living and a competitive health…
Kingston Famous Cat 'Buckaroo' Gone Missing
December 14, 2023
Kingston's most famous cat, 'Buckaroo,' has gone missing. For several years, Buckaroo has been the subject of much conversation in the McBurney Park Neighbourhood Association Facebook group. The cat is…
New name for Kingston Large Venue Entertainment Centre to be considered at City Council
December 13, 2023
The City of Kingston, in partnership with the Kingston Frontenacs, is bringing forward a new naming rights partner for the Kingston Large Venue Entertainment Centre for approval by Kingston City…
Sandy Pines calls, squeaks, squawks, barks, and chirps for help
December 12, 2023
By Michelle Dorey Forestell, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, The Kingstonist.com “Call Sandy Pines.” Those three words are a familiar refrain on eastern Ontario social media whenever someone posts about a…
City, Utilities Kingston, and Kingston Fire & Rescue share snow and ice safety reminders
December 12, 2023
Winter is here. The City, Utilities Kingston and Kingston Fire & Rescue urge you to review these winter-related safety tips: 1. Be a good neighbour. Show your family, friends and…
Toys for Tickets program collects 275 toys for children in the community
December 12, 2023
Parking enforcement staff stand around the Christmas tree at the City Hall payment centre, displaying the toys collected during Toys for Tickets 2023. This year’s Toys for Tickets program collected…
Senior-led cooking class comes to Kingston this week
December 11, 2023
By Owen Fullerton, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, YGK News In partnership with Metro, Seniors Kingston will be hosting a free cooking class this week led by one of the association's…