September 13, 2023 — KINGSTON, Ontario – A group of international astronomers, including researchers from Queen’s University, has identified two potential polar ring galaxies, according to results published today in the Monthly Notices of the Royal Astronomical Society. Queen’s researchers Nathan Deg and Kristine Spekkens (Physics, Engineering Physics & Astronomy) led the analysis of data obtained using a telescope owned and operated by CSIRO, Australia’s national...
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September 12, 2023 — The City of Kingston and Kingston Police are reporting a decrease in fines and charges following another busy weekend in the University District. With the University District Safety Initiative (UDSI) in effect this past weekend, City Enforcement and Kingston Police had an increased presence in the area and issued several fines and charges. No nuisance parties were declared. Bylaw Enforcement reports the...
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September 11, 2023 — Tickets are now on sale for this unique culinary experience that blends education, local food and beverage, with storytelling The City of Kingston, in partnership with the County of Frontenac, will showcase the end of Open Farm Days celebrations with the 2nd annual Open Farms Harvest event presented by Hartington Equipment on Saturday, Oct. 14 from 1-4:30 p.m. This ticketed autumn...
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September 11, 2023 — Stay connected with the issues important to you in your city. In this edition of City Matters: City Matters in a Minute: Budget Engagement Black resilience and creativity celebrated during Emancipation Day Beat the heat with City pools, beaches and splash pads Tell me more about... Public Art! News to use Mark your calendar: Coming up in Kingston Feature...
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September 11, 2023 — Sept. 11, 2023 In its commitment to environmental sustainability and climate action, Utilities Kingston is growing the organization. The new Sustainability and Climate Action branch will position the company to deliver on its strategic goal to support the City of Kingston as a climate action leader. The branch is led by Remi Adedapo, Director of Utilities Engineering. Utilities Kingston appointed Stephanie...
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September 11, 2023 — The Township of Leeds and the Thousand Islands council has deferred a decision on the creation of a Lou Jeffries Arena Board of Management, amid questions about the money the township pays for the facility. This occurred during the Tuesday, Sept. 5 committee of the whole meeting, after a number of councillors questioned the management of the facility and the...
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September 11, 2023 — Motorists, cyclists and pedestrians: review the listing of streets and related messages below for travel information of interest to you. LaSalle Causeway Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) wishes to advise motorists of an alternating lane closure on LaSalle Causeway for repair work during the following periods: Monday, Sept. 18 to Wednesday, Sept. 20 from 9:30 a.m. to 3...
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September 8, 2023 — KINGSTON, Sept. 8, 2023-- Ten Queen’s University students have been named recipients of the prestigious Schulich Leader Scholarship. Out of a pool of 350,000 potential candidates across Canada, more than 1,400 students were nominated, of which 100 received this celebrated award. This year’s 10 Queen’s Schulich Leaders are: Keegan Amos is a recipient of the $100,000 Schulich Leader Scholarship. A...
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September 7, 2023 — Kingston Fire & Rescue (KFR) will be hosting a charity car wash on Saturday, Sept. 9, in support of Hockey Helps the Homeless. All are invited to Fire Station 3, 211 Gore Rd., between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., where KFR members will be making a splash and accepting donations for a good cause. Hockey Helps the Homeless (HHTH) is...
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September 7, 2023 — KFL&A Public Health has received laboratory confirmation of the first case of influenza A for the 2023-2024 season. The risk of influenza transmission follows the pattern of disease activity in the community, which is currently low. Influenza activity typically increases over the fall months and peaks towards the holiday season. "Influenza vaccine is anticipated to arrive in October, with initial availability...
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September 6, 2023 — The 7th Annual Firefighter Bike Pilgrimage, a three-day torch of remembrance and unity, will be stopping in Kingston on Thursday, Sept. 7.This year, 74 firefighters from across Ontario and as far away as Montreal and Newfoundland and Labrador will gear up for this 575km bike ride. Led by the Toronto Professional Firefighter Celtic Society (TPFCS), they will cycle from Hamilton...
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September 6, 2023 — Utilities Kingston electricity customers in the CFB Kingston, and Barriefield Village areas will be affected by a planned power outage on Saturday, Sept. 9. Customers in these areas will experience a 30-minute planned power outage starting at 8 a.m., and a 30-minute planned power outage starting between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. For a map of the affected area, please visit Power.UtilitiesKingston.com/Outages and click...
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September 6, 2023 — Gord Edgar Downie Pier and Breakwater Park beach will be closed to the public nightly, from 8 p.m. to 8 a.m. on Sept. 7, 2023, until the morning of Sept. 10, 2023. The decision to close the park follows the declaration of multiple Nuisance Parties in the University District, including one at the Pier on the evening of Sunday, Sept....
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September 6, 2023 — The Downtown Kingston Business Improvement Area (BIA) is thrilled to extend an invitation to non-profit community groups in Kingston to participate in the upcoming Princess Street Promenade. Set to take place on Saturday, September 23, 2023, this vibrant and popular event, produced by the BIA, is dedicated to transforming Princess Street into a pedestrian-friendly oasis. This is the final Promenade...
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September 6, 2023 — Utilities Kingston electricity customers in the CFB Kingston, and Barriefield Village areas will be affected by a planned power outage on Saturday, Sept. 9. Customers in these areas will experience a 30-minute planned power outage starting at 8 a.m., and a 30-minute planned power outage starting between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. For a map of the affected area, please...
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September 6, 2023 — The 7th Annual Firefighter Bike Pilgrimage, a three-day torch of remembrance and unity, will be stopping in Kingston on Thursday, Sept. 7.This year, 74 firefighters from across Ontario and as far away as Montreal and Newfoundland and Labrador will gear up for this 575km bike ride. Led by the Toronto Professional Firefighter Celtic Society (TPFCS), they will cycle from Hamilton...
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September 6, 2023 — Gord Edgar Downie Pier and Breakwater Park beach will be closed to the public nightly, from 8 p.m. to 8 a.m. on Sept. 7, 2023, until the morning of Sept. 10, 2023. The decision to close the park follows the declaration of multiple Nuisance Parties in the University District, including one at the Pier on the evening of Sunday, Sept....
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September 6, 2023 — Get ready to embark on a journey that is truly out of this world! The countdown is on for an event that will take you on a stellar ride through NASA's incredible 65-year legacy, presented by Frank Hitchens, an amateur astronomer with a passion for all things cosmic. Hosted by the Kingston Frontenac Public Library (KFPL), this event promises enlightening...
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September 5, 2023 — The City of Kingston and Kingston Police are providing information on their efforts to enforce the University District Safety Initiative (UDSI) between Friday evening and Monday morning.“Last weekend’s activities have shown an unsettling trend in reckless behaviours, as well as a lack of respect toward the community and all of its members,” says Acting Chief of Kingston Police, Scott Fraser....
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September 5, 2023 — The City of Kingston and Kingston Police are providing information on their efforts to enforce the University District Safety Initiative (UDSI) between Friday evening and Monday morning.“Last weekend’s activities have shown an unsettling trend in reckless behaviours, as well as a lack of respect toward the community and all of its members,” says Acting Chief of Kingston Police, Scott Fraser....
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