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• Contraband worth nearly $96,000 seized at Collins Bay Institution

  10-07-2026 21:10 via thewhig.com
  
  Staff at Collins Bay Institution seized nearly $96,000 worth of contraband and unauthorized items over a one-week period, according to the Correctional Service of Canada.Between June 30 and July 6, staff intercepted multiple packages containing tobacco, marijuana, cannabis concentrate known as “shatter,” edged weapons and cell phone accessories. The estimated institutional value of the seized items is approximately $95,715.Correctional Service Canada said the seizures were the resul
  
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• Kingston piano honours The Tragically Hip's final concert anniversary

  10-07-2026 20:57 via thewhig.com
  
  A small piece of Kingston’s musical history will soon take centre stage as Tourism Kingston gets ready to unveil the latest addition to their public piano project, “In the Key of Kingston.”Marking the 10th anniversary of The Tragically Hip’s final concert, the piano will be painted in bright colours and feature the words “Forever Hip” in the shape of a guitar pick.“We took this opportunity to align the launch of a new piano at the Visitor Information Ce
  
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• Federal offender, known to frequent Kingston, wanted on Canada wide warrant

  10-07-2026 20:20 via thewhig.com
  
  The Repeat Offender Parole Enforcement (R.O.P.E.) Squad is asking for the public’s help in locating a federal offender wanted on a Canada Wide Warrant as a result of their breach of statutory release.Joshua Turner is described as a Caucasian male, 42 years of age, approximately 5 foot 10 inches tall, 150 pounds with brown hair and hazel eyes.Turner has the following tattoos and marks:A “cross” on his left upper arm, A large unknown tattoo on his right forearm, The words, &ldqu
  
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• South Frontenac Township promotes Rebecca Roy to development director

  10-07-2026 20:07 via thewhig.com
  
  SYDENHAM — A longtime South Frontenac Township employee has been named to a new role.Rebecca Roy is to be the township’s new director of development services and chief building official.“I am very excited for this opportunity. I look forward to working with council, staff and our community as South Frontenac continues to grow and develop,” Roy said in a news release. “Over the past six years with the Township, I’ve had the privilege of working alongside such
  
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• Province announces $3.2 million in housing funding for Kingston

  10-07-2026 19:58 via thewhig.com
  
  Kingston will be receiving a $3.2 million cheque from the provincial government, courtesy of the Building Faster Fund, the province announced at a press conference at Kingston City Hall on Friday.The funding is provided to municipalities who achieve more than 80 per cent of their provincially designated housing targets.Kingston exceeded its target by 26 per cent according to Conservative MPP and Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing Rob Flack.“I’m proud to present you guys today
  
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• Cataraqui Conservation cancels flood watch for Gananoque Lake, downgrades watch for Charleston Lake and Wiltse Creek

  10-07-2026 18:53 via thewhig.com
  
  KINGSTON – Cataraqui Conservation has issued a cancellation notice for the flood watch issued on July 3 for Gananoque Lake, and has downgraded the current flood watch to a water safety statement for Charleston Lake and Wiltse Creek.“Heavy rainfall associated with the thunderstorms on June 30 and July 1 caused increased runoff to area watercourses and inland lakes, increasing water levels and flows,” a media release from the conserveration authority stated. “It appears th
  
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• Ontario invests $6 million in MetalCraft Marine to strengthen shipbuilding

  10-07-2026 17:50 via thewhig.com
  
  The Ontario government is investing $6 million in Kingston-based MetalCraft Marine Inc. through the Ontario Shipbuilding Grant Program (OSGP).The government says the investment is to expand the company’s production capacity and meet growing demand for Ontario-built vessels. It’s part of the province’s broader strategy to strengthen Ontario’s shipbuilding industry, enhance economic competitiveness, and support Canada’s national security and defence priorities, the p
  
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• Second annual running race makes its way into Kingston Penitentiary

  10-07-2026 17:16 via thewhig.com
  
  Runners will once again hit the trails at Lake Ontario Park in Kingston in support of a cause that extends far beyond the finish line, as the second annual 9RUNRUN: The Emergency Services Run returns this year with a unique new feature.In addition to the two- and five-kilometre races, organizers have added a 10-kilometre race distance that will take participants through the historic Kingston Penitentiary, giving runners an exclusive opportunity to experience one of Canada’s most iconic la
  
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• Kingston Police seek help identifying three suspects in harassment incident

  10-07-2026 16:14 via thewhig.com
  
  The Kingston Police are asking for the public’s help in identifying three individuals involved in an incident that took place on Armstrong Road near Bath Road.According to police it happened on June 24 around 6 p.m.Three individuals who were riding bicycles allegedly began circling a pedestrian repeatedly in an intimidating and harassing manner, preventing the pedestrian from leaving the area.The individuals are described as white males, with blonde hair dressed in t-shirts and shorts. Al
  
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