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Judge dismisses defence application to quash accused cold case rapist's committal to trial – Kingston News (Kingston, Ontario) Justice Robyn Ryan Bell of the Ontario Superior Court of Justice has dismissed a defence application seeking to quash the preliminary inquiry decision that committed Lawrence Serso...

Though the defence sought to quash an earlier ruling that committed Lawrence Serson to stand #trial, the judge dismissed the request in #court yesterday.
Serson is accused in a 1994 #Kingston home invasion and sexual assault.
#YGK #KFLA

Full story: www.kingstonist.com/news/judge-d...

It’s snow fun: Kingston councillor wants to explore cost to keep plowed snow off residential driveways (Kingston, Ontario) It is one of winter’s never-ending frustrations. After spending time shovelling your driveway following a big snowfall, a City snowplow shows up and buries the end of your driveway...

“I just think we all have that feeling of defeat,” Councillor Ryan Boehme said of finding “heavy snow & ice chunks” at the end of your driveway after a plow goes by.
He's proposing #Kingston explore the ways & costs to address the issue.
#YGK

Details: www.kingstonist.com/news/its-sno...

City Views: ‘A winding path’ – Kingston’s long quest to buy a prized farm and waterfront space next to Lemoine Point (Kingston, Ontario) Persistence has paid off for the City of Kingston in its long pursuit to own the Lemoine Point Farm.

#ICYMI
"Lemoine Point Farm has its own separate stone-walled entrance to a private dusty road that conservation area visitors were never allowed to enter," Bill Hutchins writes.
"Soon, hopefully, we can."
#YGK #Kingston #KFLA

Full #column here: www.kingstonist.com/news/environ...

Letter: Rideau Waterway Land Trust opposes potential southern route of high-speed rail line (Kingston, Ontario) Rideau Waterway Land Trust (RWLT) has helped the community protect environmentally sensitive lands in the Ottawa–Kingston corridor for over 30 years.

"If this route proceeds, the impacts could be significant. Lands the community invested in, in good faith, to preserve forever may face ecosystem degradation or even expropriation," RWLT Board Chair John Grass writes.
#HSR #Alto #KFLA #YGK

Full letter: www.kingstonist.com/culture/opin...

Exceptional searches, suspected drone drops lead to seizure of multiple packages at Collins Bay Institution – Kingston News (Kingston, Ontario) The Correctional Service of Canada (CSC) seized multiple packages of contraband and unauthorized items at Collins Bay Institution in the week between Thursday, Feb. 26 and Thursday...

The CSC stated that multiple packages were seized at the multi-level security federal institution on Bath Road in Kingston between Thursday, Feb. 26 and Thursday, Mar. 5, 2026, thanks to "the vigilance of staff members." #YGK #Corrections

Details here: www.kingstonist.com/news/excepti...

‘An information void’: Kingston councillor floats online petition to seek permanent solution for LaSalle Causeway (Kingston, Ontario) Kingston city councillor Ryan Boehme has launched an online petition to pressure the federal government to fast-track the construction of a permanent bridge for the LaSalle Causewa...

#ICYMI
“Temporary has a weird way of becoming 10 years all of sudden,” said Councillor Ryan Boehme, noting that the removal and replacement of the temporary bridge is costing the federal government around $3 million annually.
#YGK #Kingston #canpoli

Details: www.kingstonist.com/news/an-info...

Inmate dies at Bath Institution after more than 35 years in prison – Kingston News (Kingston, Ontario) The Correctional Service of Canada (CSC) has reported the death of an inmate at Bath Institution.

The Correctional Service of Canada reported the death of a 77-year-old inmate, who had been serving a sentence since June 2, 1989. #Corrections #InmateDeath

More details here: www.kingstonist.com/news/inmate-...

Ontario proposes expanding Charleston Lake Provincial Park by more than 2,200 acres (Kingston, Ontario) Charleston Lake Provincial Park could grow by one third, according to a new proposal from the Ontario government aimed at expanding outdoor recreation and boosting tourism in the r...

The expansion would allow Charleston Lake Provincial Park visitors more opportunities to enjoy #outdoor activities like #hiking, mountain #biking, cross-country skiing, and #ATV & #snowmobile travel, according to the province.
#TLTI #LocalNews

Details: www.kingstonist.com/news/ontario...

Kingston Police seeking suspects, vehicle in Woodbine Road weapons offence – Kingston News (Kingston, Ontario) Kingston Police are requesting public assistance to identify two suspects and a vehicle involved in a weapons offence in the city’s west end.

#Kingston Police are looking to identify two suspects who were reportedly firing a rifle into a wooded area off Woodbine Road last night.
The suspects had parked a white Pontiac Grand Am in a church parking lot at the west end of the road.
#YGK
Details: www.kingstonist.com/news/kingsto...

Kingston area 2026 summer camps offer music and dance, tennis, and outdoor fun (Kingston, Ontario) From nature camps and apprenticeships to sports and music, area organizations are excited and ready to offer fun and engaging options for your kids.

From nature camps and apprenticeships to sports and music, local organizations are excited and ready to offer fun and engaging summer camps. #SummerCamp #YGK

Take a look at some options for #Kingston and area kids here: www.kingstonist.com/news/kingsto...

City of Kingston seeking feedback on child care and early years programs to help direct planning – Kingston News (Kingston, Ontario) The City of Kingston is calling on parents and caregivers to weigh in on the quality, affordability and inclusivity of local child care and early years programs in Kingston Fronten...

“Hearing directly from families helps us understand what’s working well and where improvements can be made,” said Heather Mitchell, Manager of Social Services and Early Years at the City of Kingston. The survey is open until Apr. 2, 2026. #YGK

Learn more: www.kingstonist.com/news/city-of...

OPP seek information regarding snowmobile through ice on Arden Lake – Kingston News (Kingston, Ontario) The Frontenac County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) say they are investigating after “a snowmobile fell through the ice” in Central Frontenac.

#ICYMI
"We want to confirm that the person is safe," the OPP said after finding a hole in the ice near #snowmobile tracks on #Arden Lake.
Police are looking to speak with anyone who was in the area on March 4 or 5, 2026.
#KFLA #InFrontenac #LocalNews
Details: www.kingstonist.com/news/opp-see...

Charges laid after K9 tracks Kingston resident in cemetery building break in (Kingston, Ontario) A K9 officer named Juice found his guy in about five minutes when tasked with locating the suspect in a break and enter at Cataraqui Cemetery, according to Kingston Police.

#ICYMI
According to #Kingston Police, a cemetery staff member noticed a building unlocked yesterday, only to find the person who'd broken in was still inside.
Though the suspect fled, police say the K9 unit was able to track them promptly.
#YGK

Details: www.kingstonist.com/news/charges...

French-language films win major KCFF awards for second year in a row – Kingston News (Kingston, Ontario) The 26th Kingston Canadian Film Festival (KCFF) wrapped up on Sunday, Mar. 1, 2026, handing out a record 13 awards at a ceremony on Sunday evening.

#ICYMI
According to KCFF, the 2026 festival set a new attendance record with 16,000 tickets sold, selling out 85 per cent of the screenings, and handing out a record 13 awards at a ceremony on Sunday evening. #YGK #FilmFestival

More details here: www.kingstonist.com/news/french-...

City asks University District residents to 'avoid unsafe behaviours' ahead of St. Patrick's Day – Kingston News (Kingston, Ontario) The City of Kingston is asking those in the University District who plan to celebrate St. Patrick's Day to do so responsibly, helping to ensure "everyone goes home safe."

#ICYMI
“We want everyone to have an enjoyable St. Patrick’s Day, so please watch out for one another, avoid unsafe behaviours, & keep the roads clear for emergency vehicles,” said Kyle Compeau, Director of Licensing & Enforcement Services at the City. #YGK

More: www.kingstonist.com/news/city-as...

Prince Edward County arts organizations receive funding from the Ontario government (Kingston, Ontario) Two Prince Edward County arts organizations will receive provincial funding to support upcoming programming and attract cultural tourism.

#ICYMI
Through the Ontario Cultural Attractions Fund, the provincial government has offered partially repayable loans of $25K to the County Stage Company and $40K to the County Arts Lab for upcoming #arts and #culture programming in #PEC.

Full story: www.kingstonist.com/culture/prin...

City Views: ‘A winding path’ – Kingston’s long quest to buy a prized farm and waterfront space next to Lemoine Point (Kingston, Ontario) Persistence has paid off for the City of Kingston in its long pursuit to own the Lemoine Point Farm.

"Lemoine Point Farm has its own separate stone-walled entrance to a private dusty road that conservation area visitors were never allowed to enter," Bill Hutchins writes.
"Soon, hopefully, we can."
#YGK #Kingston #KFLA

Full #column here: www.kingstonist.com/news/environ...

OPP seek information regarding snowmobile through ice on Arden Lake – Kingston News (Kingston, Ontario) The Frontenac County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) say they are investigating after “a snowmobile fell through the ice” in Central Frontenac.

"We want to confirm that the person is safe," the OPP said after finding a hole in the ice near #snowmobile tracks on #Arden Lake.
Police are looking to speak with anyone who was in the area on March 4 or 5, 2026.
#KFLA #InFrontenac #LocalNews
Details: www.kingstonist.com/news/opp-see...

Judge reserves decision in Napanee bylaw case over Bridge Street property (Napanee, Ontario) A Superior Court judge has reserved her decision after hearing arguments in the Town of Greater Napanee’s application to enforce municipal bylaws against a rural Bridge Street prope...

#ICYMI
“I hope to have [my decision] out... within the next couple of weeks,” the judge told the #court, signalling the coming end to a year-long dispute regarding a potential zoning and property standards bylaw violations in #Napanee.
#KFLA

Details: www.kingstonist.com/news/judge-r...

Expanding ‘pawsibilities’: Kingston Humane Society plans move to new, larger shelter (Kingston, Ontario) The Kingston Humane Society (KHS) needs more shelter space for its four-legged friends.

#ICYMI
While early in the planning – and still in negotiations with the municipality – the #Kingston Humane Society is making moves to make a move.
“The goal is to be in the new building within 3 to 5 years,” said Executive Director Gord Hunter.
#YGK
Details: www.kingstonist.com/news/expandi...

‘An information void’: Kingston councillor floats online petition to seek permanent solution for LaSalle Causeway (Kingston, Ontario) Kingston city councillor Ryan Boehme has launched an online petition to pressure the federal government to fast-track the construction of a permanent bridge for the LaSalle Causewa...

“Temporary has a weird way of becoming 10 years all of sudden,” said Councillor Ryan Boehme, noting that the removal and replacement of the temporary bridge is costing the federal government around $3 million annually.
#YGK #Kingston #canpoli

Details: www.kingstonist.com/news/an-info...

Charges laid after K9 tracks Kingston resident in cemetery building break in (Kingston, Ontario) A K9 officer named Juice found his guy in about five minutes when tasked with locating the suspect in a break and enter at Cataraqui Cemetery, according to Kingston Police.

According to #Kingston Police, a cemetery staff member noticed a building unlocked this morning, only to find the person who'd broken in was still inside.
Though the suspect fled, police say the K9 unit was able to track them promptly.
#YGK

Details: www.kingstonist.com/news/charges...

French-language films win major KCFF awards for second year in a row – Kingston News (Kingston, Ontario) The 26th Kingston Canadian Film Festival (KCFF) wrapped up on Sunday, Mar. 1, 2026, handing out a record 13 awards at a ceremony on Sunday evening.

According to KCFF, the 2026 festival set a new attendance record with 16,000 tickets sold, selling out 85 per cent of the screenings, and handing out a record 13 awards at a ceremony on Sunday evening. #YGK #FilmFestival

More details here: www.kingstonist.com/news/french-...

City asks University District residents to 'avoid unsafe behaviours' ahead of St. Patrick's Day – Kingston News (Kingston, Ontario) The City of Kingston is asking those in the University District who plan to celebrate St. Patrick's Day to do so responsibly, helping to ensure "everyone goes home safe."

“We want everyone to have an enjoyable St. Patrick’s Day, so please watch out for one another, avoid unsafe behaviours, and keep the roads clear for emergency vehicles,” said Kyle Compeau, Director of Licensing & Enforcement Services with the City. #YGK

More: www.kingstonist.com/news/city-as...

Freezing rain warning issued for Kingston and area (Kingston, Ontario) Environment Canada has issued a yellow-level freezing rain warning for Kingston and the area, advising of icy conditions beginning this evening.

With icy conditions expected to begin tonight, Environment Canada says up to two millimetres of ice buildup are possible, and is urging residents to stay safe on roadways and sidewalks in #Kingston and parts of #KFLA.
#YGK #Weather #Forecast

Details: www.kingstonist.com/news/freezin...

Prince Edward County arts organizations receive funding from the Ontario government (Kingston, Ontario) Two Prince Edward County arts organizations will receive provincial funding to support upcoming programming and attract cultural tourism.

Through the Ontario Cultural Attractions Fund, the provincial government has offered partially repayable loans of $25K to the County Stage Company and $40K to the County Arts Lab for upcoming #arts and #culture programming in #PEC.

Full story: www.kingstonist.com/culture/prin...

Napanee artist turns creativity into support for Wounded Warriors Canada (Napanee, Ontario) Mark Thompson’s art began as something deeply personal — a way to steady himself, to process, and to feel like himself again. Now, he is using it to help others find that same peace...

#ICYMI
"Art has always been a way for me to process, express & connect,” says Mark Thompson. “Supporting Wounded Warriors Canada allows me to help my brothers & sisters in service and their families… This feels special. It feels important.”
#YGK #KFLA
Details: www.kingstonist.com/news/napanee...

Addington Highlands resident facing impaired driving charges (Napanee, Ontario) An Addington Highlands resident is facing impaired driving charges after officers from the Central Hastings Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) investigated a concerne...

#ICYMI
An Addington Highlands resident is facing impaired driving charges after officers from the Central Hastings Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) investigated a report from a concerned citizen. #KFLA

Details here: www.kingstonist.com/news/addingt...

First Nations artist JP Longboat to join The Isabel Voices for ‘The Journey’ – Kingston News (Kingston, Ontario) he Isabel Voices invite audiences on The Journey, an afternoon performance that weaves together dramatic oratorio and contemporary choral storytelling to explore urgent ecological,...

#ICYMI
Special guest JP Longboat will join The Isabel Voices to enhance the immersive experience of 'The Wound in the Water', one of the many pieces audiences will experience at 'The Journey', their upcoming #concert event. #YGK

Full details here: www.kingstonist.com/news/first-n...

Epilepsy South Eastern Ontario organizes Kingston events during Epilepsy Awareness Month (Kingston, Ontario) Epilepsy South Eastern Ontario has organized events in Kingston throughout the month of March to share information and to fundraise for their non-profit organization.

#ICYMI
"When we have these fundraisers, we always have information booths set up so people can get information... so that we're helping, not just financially, but breaking the stigma around [epilepsy]," said Brandy Sheahan, Executive Director of ESEO. #YGK

More: www.kingstonist.com/news/epileps...