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Kingsville man charged in string of break-ins
A Kingsville man is facing charges for a string of break-ins in the lakeside town. Ontario Provincial Police said the investigation involved three different victims throughout Kingsville and date back...
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Leamington man faces several charges after traffic stop
A Leamington man faces several charges after a vehicle stop Sunday night. The Ontario Provincial Police found a quantity of methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA) and marijuana valued at $4,100, as well...
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From The Vault: Heritage Village
Jim Moir, left, and Les Dickens of the Windsor Branch of the Historic Vehicle Society of Ontario check over final plans for 18th century British and American battle re-enactment at the society’s...
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Windsor Spitfire Ben Johnson ordered to stand trial in second sex assault case
Windsor Spitfire Ben Johnson was ordered Wednesday to stand trial for allegedly sexually assaulting a girl at downtown bar on St. Patrick’s Day 2013. Johnson’s lawyer Patrick Ducharme told a judge a...
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Tecumseh may soon see outdoor smoking ban
Smokers in Tecumseh may soon face a fine if they smoke in parks and at public gatherings. The Town of Tecumseh is considering a Smoke-free Outdoor Spaces bylaw that would restrict smoking in...
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No deal yet for harness racing in Leamington
Horse tracks in Dresden and Sarnia have worked out contracts and obtained licenses to offer live racing later this month but a similar deal continues to elude a local Lakeshore group. A slate of 21...
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County of Essex looking for photo submissions for new website
A prominent feature of the county’s new website, which is currently under construction, will be a photo gallery and to fill it up administration is looking to the public to share personal photos that...
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Video: Local strawberries are here
Brad Raymont of Raymont Berries in Cottam said LaSalle Strawberry Festival goers will be getting fresh strawberries daily this year. He’ll be able to deliver 300 flats of strawberries to the festival...
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Fitness gym employs community philosophy (With Video)
In today’s business world, fitness gyms are opening everywhere. No one can deny the fitness trend is in full swing. But as quickly as some gyms open and thrive, others struggle to keep their membership...
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What’s Happening in Windsor and Essex County on June 5, 2014
1) The Bluesfest is kicking off its 20th year with a press conference today in The Windsor Star News Cafe. The event runs from 11:30 to 1:30 and all are welcome. The Bluesfest takes place July 11 to...
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Tecumseh crash sends one to hospital
A motorist was transported to hospital with non-life threatening injuries following a collision in Tecumseh Thursday afternoon. The collision occurred shortly before 3 p.m. near the intersection of...
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Windsor In Pictures: June 5, 2014
Ancaster Bishop Tonnos keeper Yannick Golanbari tips the ball to teammates against Windsor Holy Names in boys AAAA OFSAA soccer at McHugh Park Thursday June 5, 2014. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star A...
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Photos: OFSAA Soccer Action In Windsor And Essex County
Isabella Sockett of E.J. Lajeunesse is covered by Sidney Smith, right, of Sudbury Marymount in girls soccer action from Voilmer Soccer Complex Thursday June 5, 2014. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)...
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Windsor unemployment rate edges up to 8.6 per cent
The unemployment rate in the Windsor census metropolitan area edge up to 8.6 per cent in May from 8.4 per cent in April, Statistics Canada said Friday. “There’s been little change,” said Vincent...
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What’s Happening in Windsor and Essex County on June 6, 2014
1) The unemployment numbers were released this morning by Statistics Canada. Windsor’s jobless rate for May edged up to 8.6 per cent from 8.4 per cent and the national jobless rate was 7 per cent. 2)...
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Tecumseh printing shop to reproduce historic wallpaper for local museum
It’s not every day Jeff Lappan is asked to reproduce a 160-year-old wallpaper pattern but the owner of Lacasse Printing in Tecumseh is up for the challenge. “This will be the first one,” Lappan said of...
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Windsor in Pictures: June 5, 2014
The Windsor Star’s award-winning photographers covered the city and county yesterday. Check out the gallery. Windsor Police investigate at the scene of an alleged assault with a hammer near the corner...
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New buy local logo hits store shelves
Windsor-Essex has a new buy local logo that is already appearing on store shelves in Kingsville and Leamington. Leamington Stands Strong issued the new red logo to go with Local Food Week which ends...
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Pics and Vid: Probert Classic
The inaugural Probert Classic hockey game was held Friday, June 6, 2014 at the Tecumseh Arena. Proceeds from the game support the upcoming annual Bob Probert Memorial Ride, which has raised more than...
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Pics and Vid: Heart and Stroke Big Bike rolls through Windsor
Volunteers from across Windsor and Essex County jumped on the Heart and Stroke Foundation’s Big Bike Friday afternoon and took a cruise for a cause in downtown Windsor. The bike has toured throughout...
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