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The Kingston area’s online go-to source for local news, events, arts, culture, and entertainment. #YGK
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Missed last weekend’s Downtown Kingston Santa Claus parade? You can still watch it here with Bill Hutchins and Sarah Burtch, from the comfort of home!

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2025 Downtown Kingston Santa Claus Parade
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November 29, 2025 at 8:58 PM
The Kingston Frontenacs fell to the Battalion 4-1 on home ice on Friday night. www.kingstonist.com/news/sports/...
Kingston Frontenacs fall Friday night as Battalion win 4–1 – Kingston News
(Kingston, Ontario) It was another Friday night on home ice for your Kingston Frontenacs, this time playing host to the North Bay Battalion as the troops came marching into
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November 29, 2025 at 5:55 PM
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November 28, 2025 at 11:17 PM
The $57.3 million operating budget for 2026, which represents a 5.97 per cent increase over this year's budget, was approved today by the #Kingston Police Service Board, alongside a $2.3 million capital budget.
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Kingston Police board approves $57.3M budget for 2026, citing inflation, staffing pressures – Kingston News
(Kingston, Ontario) The Kingston Police Service Board has approved a 2026 operating budget of $57.3 million, a 5.97 per cent increase over 2025, along with a $2.3 million capital budget.
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November 28, 2025 at 10:27 PM
"The 34 drivers who were arrested all had their licences suspended for 90 days, and their vehicles were impounded for 7 days, plus they each have a scheduled court appearance," the OPP detailed after the first week of the Festive RIDE program.
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34 impaired driving charges laid in eastern Ontario during first week of Festive RIDE programs – Kingston News
(Kingston, Ontario) The first week of the OPP's Festive RIDE program resulted in 34 motorists facing impaired driving charges in eastern Ontario.
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November 28, 2025 at 10:06 PM
“It’s fantastic to see them applying their multi-generational expertise to solving the #HousingCrisis,” Minister Gregor Robertson said touring Lodestar Structures today.
Robertson also took questions on #Kingston Pen and #pipelines.
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Federal housing minister applauds Kingston company's 'breakthrough technology' to address housing
(Kingston, Ontario) A Kingston cement company that specializes in building precast modular homes had an opportunity to showcase its unique services to the federal minister in charge of housing.
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November 28, 2025 at 9:49 PM
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While you enjoy the last month of 2025, be sure to make time for yourself, and consider taking in some low-cost #events in and around #Kingston. #YGK

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Low cost things to do in the Kingston area, December 2025
(Kingston, Ontario) December. Busy weeks, short days, and (sometimes) winter weather are the norm for the last month of the year. Shopping, events, and a sense of being too busy often accompany holida...
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November 28, 2025 at 9:48 PM
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Voting to amend a contract with Waste Management, #Napanee Council will now reduce the levy from $200 to $150 per household, pending discussion during budget deliberations. #KFLA

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Trash talk turns tense: Napanee Council questions proposed bag tag reduction
(Napanee, Ontario) The Town of Greater Napanee has announced that next year’s budget will include a recommendation to reduce the Town’s special tax levy for waste collection by approximately $50.
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November 28, 2025 at 9:08 PM
Since launching in 2022, the red light camera program has resulted in a 19% reduction of intersection collisions, and over $1.5 million in fines.
According to the City of #Kingston, revenue from the program has gone to road safety measures. #YGK
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Kingston has issued over $1.5 million in tickets from red light cameras… so far
(Kingston, Ontario) The controversial speed cameras may be gone, but the City of Kingston continues to operate red light cameras that are reducing accidents at intersections while netting city coffers...
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November 28, 2025 at 8:51 PM
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November 28, 2025 at 2:46 PM
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In this wonderfully wintry season, shop local and try some new #experiences to bring warm wishes and cheer to your friends and family, even ahead of the holidays! #YGK #GiftIdeas

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Celebrate the holiday season in the Kingston area with festive outings, activities, and gifts – Kingston News
(Kingston, Ontario) This holiday season, shop local and try some new experiences to bring holiday cheer to your friends and family, even ahead of the holidays!
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November 28, 2025 at 8:00 PM
“I’m thrilled to be joining the NorthStar SailGP Team. SailGP represents the pinnacle of high-performance sailing and I’m excited to join the Canadian team next season,” said Ali ten Hove. #YGK #Sailing

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Kingston sailor Ali ten Hove named to Canada's SailGP Team
(Kingston, Ontario) The NorthStar SailGP Team has announced the addition of Kingstonian Ali ten Hove to its roster as Reserve Strategist for the 2026 season of the Rolex SailGP Championship.
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November 28, 2025 at 7:47 PM
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According to #Kingston Fire & Rescue, the cost of damages is estimated at $500K after a fire kept crews working through the night at Suits Nightclub - the former Plaza Hotel.
Six people were rescued, no injuries were reported. #YGK
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Six people rescued, multiple displaced after fire at Suits Nightclub – Kingston News
(Kingston, Ontario) Firefighters rescued six people after a fire broke out at Suits Nightclub, the adult entertainment venue in the historic Plaza Hotel location in downtown Kingston.
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November 28, 2025 at 7:06 PM
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A Wolfe Island resident with a novice driver permit is facing a handful of charges after a decision to rev their engine at a red light in downtown Kingston, according to Kingston Police. #YGK #Racing #OpenAlcohol

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Wolfe Island driver facing stunt driving, Liquor Licence Act charges – Kingston News
(Kingston, Ontario) A Wolfe Island resident with a novice driver permit is facing a handful of charges after a decision to rev their engine at a red light in downtown Kingston.
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November 28, 2025 at 6:40 PM
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Heather Bell, a previously wanted federal offender, who is known to frequent the #Kingston area, has been located in Hamilton, according to provincial authorities. #YGK #LocalNews #CrimeNews

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Update: Arrested – Wanted federal offender known to frequent Kingston – Kingston News
(Kingston, Ontario) Arrested: The provincial Repeat Offender Parole Enforcement (ROPE) Squad has released a photo of Heather Bell, a federal offender currently wanted on a Canada-Wide Warrant.
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November 28, 2025 at 6:21 PM
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“It’s super important to have a safe place for [students, particularly racialized students] to spread their #culture around, spread their traditions throughout the school,” said Vrain Rikhi, founder of the Multicultural Team at FSS. #YGK
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Frontenac Secondary Multicultural Team puts on event for Hindu Appreciation Month – Kingston News
(Kingston, Ontario) Here at Frontenac Secondary School, diversity is happening now. The Multicultural Team put together a special event for Hindu Appreciation Month during the lunch period on Tuesday,...
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November 28, 2025 at 6:05 PM
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At their most recent meeting the Southeast Public Health Board of Health voted to revisit the decision to shutter #rural #PublicHealth offices in #Almonte, #Cloyne, #Gananoque, #Kemptville, #Napanee, #Perth, #Picton, & #Trenton.
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Public Health office closures to be re-evaluated ahead of December meeting – Kingston News
(Kingston, Ontario) Southeast Public Health’s plan to close seven leased offices across the region is now under review after the board voted to have Medical Officer of Health Dr. Piotr Oglaza revisit ...
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November 28, 2025 at 5:13 PM
"I am honoured and humbled to return home to Ontario and join the Kingston Police... The members of this service have built a proud legacy of frontline professionalism," Chief-Designate Adam MacIntosh said. #YGK #NewChief

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Adam MacIntosh to assume duties as chief of Kingston Police in January 2026
(Kingston, Ontario) The Kingston Police Service Board has announced that Adam MacIntosh has been selected as the next Kingston Police chief, and will assume his duties on Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2026.
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November 28, 2025 at 4:08 PM
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"By improving how severe #weather is reported, we are helping Canadians better understand and prepare for potential impacts," said Julie Dabrusin, Minister of Environment and Climate Change. #WeatherReporting

Details here: www.kingstonist.com/news/environ...
Environment Canada rolls out colour-coded weather alerts – Kingston News
(Kingston, Ontario) Environment Canada has announced an "important update" to its national weather alert program, designed to make weather information clearer for Canadians, according to a release dat...
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November 28, 2025 at 3:18 PM
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November 28, 2025 at 2:46 PM
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Citing the upcoming County Transportation Master Plan, #Napanee Council deferred decisions on 'Community Safety Zones' near area schools at this week's meeting.

Details on that, a break for taxpayers, & the beloved Shopping Party here: www.kingstonist.com/news/greater...
Greater Napanee council notes: school zone traffic report deferred, garbage levy to decrease, Shopping Party set for Dec. 12
(Napanee, Ontario) The Town of Greater Napanee Council tackled a full agenda during their Tuesday, Nov. 25, 2025, regular meeting.
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November 28, 2025 at 2:33 PM
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One #Kingston city councillor is aiming to deliver more than 1,000 slices of pizza to those living in shelters or encampments throughout December - and those in the community can help. #YGK #KFLA

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Kingston councillor serves up 6th annual holiday tradition to help the homeless – Kingston News
(Kingston, Ontario) A Kingston city councillor wants to celebrate the season of giving – one slice at a time.
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November 28, 2025 at 2:13 PM
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"The aircraft will operate at altitudes no less than 500 feet above the highest obstacle on their route. Flight activities may generate unfamiliar noise and attract the attention of local residents," the Canadian Armed Forces said.
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CAF helicopter scheduled to conduct flying operations in Kingston next week
(Kingston, Ontario) On Monday, Dec. 1, 2025, a CH-146 Griffon helicopter from 1 Wing is scheduled to conduct flying operations in the Limestone City.
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November 28, 2025 at 1:48 PM
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As November 2025 winds to a close, the City of Kingston is reminding everyone that the weather-based on-street overnight winter parking restrictions go into effect on December 1. #YGK #Parking #Winter

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Kingston's weather-based winter parking restrictions take effect December 1
(Kingston, Ontario) As November 2025 winds to a close, the City of Kingston is reminding everyone that the weather-based on-street overnight winter parking restrictions go into effect on December 1.
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November 28, 2025 at 1:24 PM