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Queen’s, city officials expect quieter homecoming weekend during Reading Week - Kingston | Globalnews.ca Queen’s and Kingston officials expect a quieter homecoming due to reading week, with police focusing on education and safety ahead of next weekend’s 'faux-coming.'

Queen’s and Kingston officials expect a quieter Homecoming due to reading week, with police focusing on education and safety ahead of next weekend’s 'faux-coming.'

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The City of Kingston has maintained its AA+ credit rating with a stable outlook for the fourth straight year. Standard & Poor’s cites Kingston’s strong financial management and stable economy, which ensures continued access to favourable borrowing terms and investor confidence. #ygk

Southeast Public Health is temporarily reducing sexual health clinic services starting October 27 to support staff integration during its merger. Clinics in Gananoque, Perth, and Carleton Place will pause, while Kingston and Belleville will see reduced hours. #ygk

Level 3 Low Water Condition remains in effect for the Cataraqui Region due to ongoing dry weather and below-normal rainfall after receiving just 41% of usual levels in September. Cataraqui Conservation urges residents to conserve water and boaters to watch for exposed hazards. #ygk

Kingston Penitentiary site to be transformed for housing under federal plan - Kingston | Globalnews.ca The historic Kingston Penitentiary has been added to the Canada Public Land Bank. The site will support 1,770 housing units under the federal plan to build four million homes.

The historic Kingston Penitentiary site at 560 King St. W. is among six newly identified properties added to the Canada Public Land Bank to address the country’s housing crisis. #ygk

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Kingston becomes latest Ontario city to declare food insecurity an emergency | Globalnews.ca Kingston city council declared food insecurity an emergency last week, becoming the third Ontario city to do so over the past few months.

Kingston City Council declared food insecurity an emergency last week, becoming the third Ontario city over the past few months.

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Ontario’s SIU investigates police-involved shooting in Camden East - Kingston | Globalnews.ca SIU investigates police-involved shooting in Camden East. A 41-year-old man was seriously injured after officers deployed non-lethal weapons and a firearm.

Ontario’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating a police-involved shooting in Camden East that left a 41-year-old man with serious injuries.

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Wolfe Island ferry service to be temporarily suspended for maintenance - Kingston | Globalnews.ca No Wolfe Island ferry service from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Jan. 22 for planned maintenance. Emergency response will be available during the suspension. Service resumes at 2 p.m.

No Wolfe Island ferry service from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Wed., Jan. 22 for planned maintenance. Emergency response will be available during the suspension. Service resumes at 2 p.m #ygk

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Contraband worth $80,000 seized at Joyceville Institution - Kingston | Globalnews.ca Contraband items seized at Joyceville Institution include tobacco, marijuana, hashish and cellphone accessories, according to the Correctional Service of Canada.

Contraband items seized at Joyceville Institution include tobacco, marijuana, hashish and cellphone accessories, according to the Correctional Service of Canada. #ygk

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Kingston council moves forward with soccer stadium proposal - Kingston | Globalnews.ca Kingston council voted 9-3 to explore a 4,000-seat soccer stadium, sparking debate over green space and community impact. Consultations are ahead to shape its future.

Kingston council voted 9-3 to explore a 4,000-seat soccer stadium, sparking debate over green space and community impact. Consultations are ahead to shape its future. #ygk

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Kingston and District Sports Hall of Fame announces 2025 inductees - Kingston | Globalnews.ca Kingston’s Sports Hall of Fame has named six inductees for 2025, including Olympian Simon Whitfield, coach Jim Hulton and dirt racing legend Pat O’Brien.

The Kingston and District Sports Hall of Fame announced its 2025 inductees Tuesday night at city council, honouring two athletes and four builders for their significant contributions to sports. #ygk

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Belleville police seek help identifying break-and-enter suspect - Kingston | Globalnews.ca Belleville Police seek help identifying a break-and-enter suspect from a Bridge St. business. Recognize him? Contact Const. Fernandes or Quinte Crime Stoppers.

Belleville police are asking for the public's help in identifying a break-and-enter suspect at a local business.

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Trenton couple win $550,000 in The Bigger Spin lottery game - Kingston | Globalnews.ca A Trenton, Ont., couple have won $550,000 with The Bigger Spin. Judy and Dave Burrows are thrilled to share their jackpot plans.

A Trenton, Ont., couple have won $550,000 with The Bigger Spin. Judy and Dave Burrows are thrilled to share their jackpot plans.

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2 killed in Quinte West collision on Old Highway 2 - Kingston | Globalnews.ca A fatal crash on Old Highway 2 in Quinte West has left two dead and one injured. Police are seeking dashcam footage.

A fatal crash on Old Highway 2 in Quinte West has left two dead and one injured. Police are seeking dashcam footage.

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Kingston’s State of the City highlights health care, housing, trade issues - Kingston | Globalnews.ca Kingston’s State of the City address tackled health care, housing and trade challenges. Leaders shared plans for collaboration and optimism for solutions.

The event provided local businesses with updates from municipal, provincial and federal leaders on pressing issues facing the region. #ygk

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Kingston expands HONK cashless parking app to on-street locations - Kingston | Globalnews.ca Kingston is expanding the HONK app for cashless on-street parking payments. Use the app or scan a QR code for quick, contactless parking.

The City of Kingston has expanded its partnership with the HONK parking app, offering cashless payment options for on-street parking. #ygk

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Napanee man charged with impaired driving after traffic complaint - Kingston | Globalnews.ca A Napanee man has been charged with impaired driving after a report of a vehicle swerving into oncoming traffic. His driver’s licence has been suspended and his vehicle impounded.

A Napanee man has been charged with impaired driving after a report of a vehicle swerving into oncoming traffic. His driver’s licence has been suspended and his vehicle impounded.

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Kingston police investigate serious assault - Kingston | Globalnews.ca A man was assaulted with a weapon in Kingston after being picked up by a white sedan. Police seek tips to help solve the case.

Kingston Police are investigating a violent assault after a man covered in blood sought help on a Montreal Street porch near Highway 401 late Monday night. #ygk

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Live grenade discovered at Kingston waste facility - Kingston | Globalnews.ca Live grenade found in Kingston waste facility’s scrap metal bin prompts evacuation. OPP safely disposes of it. Investigation into origins underway.

Live grenade found in Kingston waste facility’s scrap metal bin prompts evacuation. OPP safely disposes of it. Investigation into origins underway. #ygk

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Kingston council to consider $4M tax incentive for brownfield redevelopment - Kingston | Globalnews.ca Kingston council will vote on a $4.1-million tax rebate for a brownfield redevelopment at 0 Cataraqui St., transforming a contaminated site into a 75-unit residential project.

Kingston, Ont., city council is set to review a proposal to provide up to $4.1 million in brownfield tax rebates for the redevelopment of a long-vacant industrial site at 0 Cataraqui St. #ygk

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Man charged following knife assault at Kingston bar - Kingston | Globalnews.ca Kingston police arrested a 53-year-old man after a knife assault at local bar left one injured. The victim was hospitalized.

Kingston police arrested a 53-year-old man after a knife assault at local bar left one injured. The victim was hospitalized. #ygk

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Impaired driving charge laid after Highway 401 collision in Kingston - Kingston | Globalnews.ca A Kingston crash on Highway 401 has led to impaired driving charges. No injuries were reported but a man faces court, a 90-day suspension and vehicle impoundment.

A single-vehicle collision on Highway 401 in Kingston, Ont., led to impaired driving charges for a local man. #ygk

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Queen’s University workers set strike deadline over pay and staffing concerns - Kingston | Globalnews.ca Queen’s University workers have set a Feb. 3 strike deadline. CUPE cites falling wages, understaffing and rising workloads. Unions are urging action to improve conditions.

Queen’s University workers have set a Feb. 3 strike deadline. CUPE cites falling wages, understaffing and rising workloads. Unions are urging action to improve conditions. #ygk

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Proposed Memorial Centre soccer stadium sparks debate in Kingston - Kingston | Globalnews.ca A 4,000-seat soccer stadium at Kingston’s Memorial Centre sparks debate over green space and community use. Council to decide its fate Tuesday.

A 4,000-seat soccer stadium at Kingston’s Memorial Centre sparks debate over green space and community use. Council to decide its fate Tuesday. #ygk

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Belleville police expand Collision Reporting Centre with new online tool - Kingston | Globalnews.ca Belleville Police’s Collision Reporting Centre introduces "Start from Home," letting drivers report minor collisions online before visiting.

Belleville police’s Collision Reporting Centre introduces Start from Home, an online tool that allows drivers to report minor collisions before visiting the centre in person.

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Kingston police welcome new deputy chief - Kingston | Globalnews.ca Scott Gee has been sworn in as Kingston police deputy chief. With over 20 years of experience and community involvement, he brings leadership and expertise to the role.

Scott Gee has been sworn in as Kingston police deputy chief. With over 20 years of experience and community involvement, he brings leadership and expertise to the role. #ygk

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Kingston doctors receive award for innovations in patient care - Kingston | Globalnews.ca Kingston doctors win awards for health-care innovations, including a kidney cooling device and outpatient cancer care, to enhance patient outcomes and system efficiency.

Kingston Health Sciences Centre physicians have been given two 2024 Elaine and Michael Davies Award for Innovation, receiving $25,000 for each award to advance groundbreaking medical practices to improve patient outcomes and health-care efficiency. #ygk

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Kingston’s In From the Cold shelter expands to meet winter demand - Kingston | Globalnews.ca Kingston’s In From the Cold shelter expands from 24 to 34 beds, addressing growing winter demand and offering meals, laundry and housing support.

Kingston’s In From the Cold shelter expands from 24 to 34 beds, addressing growing winter demand and offering meals, laundry and housing support. #ygk

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Proposed housing development raises concerns for Kingston’s Cataraqui Cemetery - Kingston | Globalnews.ca A 900-unit development near Cataraqui Cemetery sparks concerns over heritage preservation. Kingston’s planning committee reviews the proposal Thursday night.

A proposed 900-unit housing development near Kingston’s historic Cataraqui Cemetery is sparking debate over balancing housing needs with preserving cultural heritage. #ygk

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Belleville Police Service swears in 5 new officers - Kingston | Globalnews.ca The event was attended by Chief Murray Rodd, Deputy Chief Sheri Meeks, and family and friends of the new recruits.

Belleville Police welcomes 5 new constables, including recent Ontario Police College grads and experienced officers.

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