Global Kingston

02/23/2026

Are you from Kingston and currently in the affected areas of Mexico, or have your travel plans been changed because of the situation there?

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01/30/2025

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.

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.

01/20/2025

The Grenville County OPP is asking for public assistance as they investigate a fatal multi-vehicle collision on County Road 43 near Van Buren Street.

Police seek dashcam footage of a fatal multi-vehicle crash near Kemptville. An 81-year-old man was pronounced dead at the scene. Call OPP with info.

01/20/2025

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

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.

01/20/2025

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

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.

01/15/2025

Contraband items seized at Joyceville Institution include to***co, ma*****na, hashish and cellphone accessories, according to the Correctional Service of Canada.

Contraband items seized at Joyceville Institution include to***co, ma*****na, hashish and cellphone accessories, according to the Correctional Service of Canada.

01/15/2025

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.

01/15/2025

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.

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.

01/15/2025

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

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

01/15/2025

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.

01/15/2025

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.

01/14/2025

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

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