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Illness breaks out in beleaguered Ontario First Nation
January 23, 2026
By Sonal Gupta, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Health tests at Kashechewan First Nation, which is already in a state of emergency due to water contamination, show a widespread outbreak of…
Museum of Healthcare renamed as the Canadian Museum of Healthcare
January 22, 2026
By Christena Lawrie, CFRC's Broadcast Journalist and Local Journalism Initiative Reporter. The Museum of Healthcare is entering a new chapter, announcing it will now be known as the Canadian Museum…
Kingston to investigate feasibility of fare-free transit
January 21, 2026
By Christena Lawrie, CFRC's Broadcast Journalist and Local Journalism Initiative Reporter. Council has unanimously approved a motion directing City staff to examine the feasibility of free transit in Kingston. The…
Rink sports take centre stage in the heart of downtown with Boards Up!
January 21, 2026
By Christena Lawrie, CFRC's Broadcast Journalist and Local Journalism Initiative Reporter. Boards will soon be going up around the outdoor rink in Springer Market Square, a familiar sight each winter…
Workshop series kicks off for Kingston food entrepreneurs
January 21, 2026
By Owen Fullerton, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, YGK News Kingston Economic Development Corporation has partnered with counterparts in London, Ontario's London Small Business Enterprise Centre to give local aspiring food…
Council looks to expand and simplify accessible transportation options
January 21, 2026
By Christena Lawrie, CFRC's Broadcast Journalist and Local Journalism Initiative Reporter. Council has unanimously approved a motion calling for a comprehensive review of accessible transportation options across the city. The…
KCHC expands trauma-informed care training beyond Kingston
January 21, 2026
Kingston, Ontario – January 22, 2026 – Kingston Community Health Centres (KCHC) is leading a shift in how health care is delivered, moving toward a trauma-informed, community-based model that is…
Council urges residents to ensure their measles vaccinations are up to date
January 21, 2026
By Christena Lawrie, CFRC's Broadcast Journalist and Local Journalism Initiative Reporter. At their last meeting, Council passed an advocacy-based motion encouraging residents to ensure they have their measles vaccinations. This…
In Hockey’s Birthplace, Youngblood Opens the 26th Kingston Canadian Film Festival
January 21, 2026
KINGSTON, ON (January 21, 2026) – In a city long recognized for its foundational role in the history of hockey, a reimagined hockey story takes centre ice at the 2026…
Downtown Kingston Launches Free Learn to Skate Program with Support from Jumpstart
January 19, 2026
Kingston, ON – The Downtown Kingston Business Improvement Area (BIA) is proud to announce a new Learn to Skate program at the outdoor rink in Springer Market Square, made possible…