Oxford County OPP are on the scene of a serious three-vehicle crash that sent a truck diver to hospital with life-threatening injuries Monday morning.

Ottawa is grappling with a political bombshell after Chrystia Freeland resigned as finance minister from Justin Trudeau's cabinet on Monday. CBC’s Lorenda Reddekopp has the latest details — and reaction.

The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) has made an arrest and laid charges after a stabbing involving two juveniles in Oakville.

On Saturday, at approximately 4:30 pm police were called to Memorial Park on Oak Park Boulevard for a report of a stabbing. A 13-year-old male of Oakville was transported to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. He has since been released from hospital.

The suspect was located and arrested by the HRPS on December 15 in Oakville. The accused and victim were known to one another and had arranged to fight in the park.

A 15-year-old male of Oakville has been charged with Assault with a Weapon and Possession of a Weapon for a Dangerous Purpose.

Anyone with information regarding this investigation is asked to contact the 2 District Criminal Investigations Bureau at 905-825-4777 ext. 2216.

Tips can also be submitted anonymously to Crime Stoppers. at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or through the web at www.haltoncrimestoppers.ca.

Hamilton Police are seeking the assistance of the public in locating a missing 30 year old female, Lorna Hicks.

Lorna was reported to be last seen at approximately 2:00 am on Friday December 13th 2024 in the area of Mt. Hope.  She is described as female, white, 5’3”, 150 lbs with shoulder-length dark brown hair and dark green/ brown eyes.  She typically wears rings on both hands.  Lorna is known to frequent restaurants and grocery stores in the area of Upper Paradise Rd and Stonechurch Road West in the City of Hamilton.

Police have been unable to confirm where Lorna Hicks may have gone and suspect she may be driving one of two vehicles registered to her:

 Green 2003 Subaru Forester- licence plate # CXLJ 381

 White 1999 Ford F250 pickup truck- licence plate # BR50388.

Anyone with any information that could assist investigators, are asked to call the Division 30 Staff Sergeant at 905-546-3886.

To provide information anonymously, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or submit tips online at http://www.crimestoppershamilton.com.

Halton region is among the safest municipalities in Canada and, in 2022, experienced its lowest crime rate since 1974, according to police data. 

Canada Post employees have been ordered to return to work on Tuesday, ending a strike that's lasted a month during the busiest time of the year for deliveries. CBC's Clara Pasieka got reaction from workers voicing their concerns outside Chrystia Freeland's Toronto office.

The Committee of Adjustment and Appeals will review the following application at its December 17, 2024 meeting:

1500 Heritage Road (County Road 50): Applications for consent & minor variance. The applicant is proposing the creation of 1 new residential lot. The sizes of the proposed new lots are less than the required minimum, so the applicants are requesting relief from the zoning by-law. B-2024-28 & A-2024-10

The meeting starts at 6:00 pm. Please review the above notice and follow the directions to submit your comments.

We are now holding Council and Committee meetings at the Unico Hall Community Centre, 37 Beech Street.

Image by Dmitriy from Pixabay

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Here’s what’s happening in Kingsville next week!

Free public skates every Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday from December 4, 2024 until December 31, 2024! As well as more dates throughout the holiday season. See the Free Public Skate Schedule.

Monday, Dec 16

• Drop-In Indoor Pickleball – 7:30 am to 1:00 pm – Kingsville Arena
• Adult Skate – 9:00 am to 9:50 am – Kingsville Arena
• Shinny – 10:00 am to 10:50 am – Kingsville Arena
• Home School Skate – 12:00 pm to 12:50 pm – Kingsville Arena
• Home School Shinny – 1:00 pm to 1:50 pm – Kingsville Arena
• Tai Chi All Levels – 7:15 pm to 8:15 pm – Lakeside Park Pavilion

Tuesday, Dec 17

• Senior Shinny – 8:00 am to 8:50 am – Kingsville Arena
• Parent and Tot Skate – 9:00 am to 9:50 am – Kingsville Arena
• Drop-In Parents & Tots (10-24 months) – 9:30 am to 10:30 am – Kingsville Arena
• Drop-In Parents & Tots (2-3 years) – 10:45 am to 11:45 am – Kingsville Arena
• Drop-In Indoor Pickleball – 12:30 pm to 2:30 pm – Kingsville Arena

Wednesday, Dec 18

• Drop-In Indoor Pickleball – 7:30 am to 1:00 pm – Kingsville Arena
• Adult Skate – 9:00 am to 9:50 am – Kingsville Arena
• Shinny – 10:00 am to 10:50 am – Kingsville Arena
• School Skate – 12:00 pm to 12:50 pm – Kingsville Arena
• School Shinny – 1:00 pm to 1:50 pm – Kingsville Arena
• Free Public Skate – 3:00 pm to 4:20 pm – Kingsville Arena
• Kingsville Painters Guild – 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm – Grovedale Arts and Culture Centre

Thursday, Dec 19

• Drop-In Indoor Pickleball – 7:30 am to 12:00 pm
• Drop-In Indoor Badminton – 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm
• Free Public Skate – 3:00 pm to 4:20 pm – Kingsville Arena

Friday, Dec 20

• Drop-In Indoor Pickleball – 7:30 am to 12:00 pm – Kingsville Arena
• Adult Skate – 9:00 am to 9:50 am – Kingsville Arena
• Shinny – 10:00 am to 10:50 am – Kingsville Arena
• Parent and Tot Skate – 11:00 am to 11:50 am – Kingsville Arena
• Home School Skate – 12:00 pm to 12:50 pm – Kingsville Arena
• Home School Shinny – 1:00 pm to 1:50 pm – Kingsville Arena
• Kingsville Express – 5:30  pm to 8:30 pm – Lakeside Park

Saturday, Dec 21 – Fantasy of Lights Concert

• Free Public Skate – 4:30 pm to 6:10 pm – Kingsville Arena
• Drop-In Cornhole Toss – 4:30 pm to 6:00 pm – Kingsville Arena
• Fantasy of Lights Concert: Live Performances from the Colin Gronert Jazz Trio – 6:00 pm – Lakeside Park Pavilion
• Kingsville Express – 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM – Lakeside Park

Sunday Dec 22

• Drop-In Parents & Tots (10 months to 6 years) – 10:00 am to 12:00 pm – Kingsville Arena: Auditorium A
• Kingsville Express – 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm – Lakeside Park

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ART WALL DISPLAY

This December, we’re excited to showcase the incredible talent of young artists from Erie Migration District School! Each year, we look forward to showcasing the creativity and talent of these budding elementary grade students.

You won’t want to miss it … an annual tradition of artistic expression and community pride!

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DROP-IN ACTIVITY FOR TEENS

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Teen Art Cart at the Kingsville Branch:
The library Teen Art Cart is packed with art and craft supplies.

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DROP-IN ACTIVITY FOR FAMILIES
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Drop-In Scavenger Hunt:
Holiday Fun

Drop-In Craft of the Month:
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Deer Reindeer

Holiday Movie Matinee Christmas with the Kranks
Saturday December 28th at 2 p.m.
Admission: Free

All ages movie matinee for the Holiday

Get in the Holiday spirit with a hilarious tale of the Kranks as they plan to skip Christmas — only to find that the season is hard to resist.

Popcorn will be provided, bring your own drinks (non-alcoholic of course!)

Bring your friends and family!

Don’t miss out on the fun!

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Essex County Library – Kingsville Branch:
40 Main Street West, Kingsville

Phone: (226) 946-1529 ext. 445

Website: Essex County Library

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Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, a physician, wrote, “It has long been an axiom of mine that the little things are infinitely the most important.” If he’d had his fictional detective Sherlock Holmes investigate the mysteries of nature, he’d have found quercetin – an element of many plant-based foods that is often overlooked.

Quercetin is a flavonoid, found in fruits, vegetables, and grains, with particularly high concentrations in onions, apples, red grapes, berries, and green tea. It takes its name from Quercus, meaning “oak”. So no wonder its strength. Quercetin has powerful immune-boosting properties that help the body fend off infections and reduce the risk of chronic disease.

It enhances the activity of immune cells like natural killer cells and macrophages, which are a type of white blood cell that surrounds and kills microorganisms, removes dead cells, and stimulates other immune system cells. It’s fair to say that quercetin plays a role in defending the body against pathogens and cancer cells.

Like vitamins A, C, and E, quercetin is a potent antioxidant, meaning it can neutralize harmful free radicals in the body. Free radicals are unstable molecules that can damage cells, proteins, and DNA, leading to aging and a host of chronic diseases, including cancer and heart disease.

Quercetin is unique among antioxidants due to its ability to regenerate other antioxidants, such as vitamin C and vitamin E. This synergistic effect amplifies its protective properties and reinforces the body’s defense mechanisms.

One of the ways quercetin supports heart health is by improving endothelial function. The endothelium is the inner lining of blood vessels, and dysfunction in this layer can lead to high blood pressure and atherosclerosis. Quercetin helps relax blood vessels, reducing blood pressure and promoting healthy circulation.

Moreover, quercetin has anti-inflammatory properties that can reduce inflammation in the arteries, which is a primary driver of heart disease.

Quercetin alleviates allergic reactions and improves respiratory health too. Its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties can help reduce the severity of allergy symptoms, such as sneezing, runny nose, and itchy eyes. It does so by inhibiting the release of histamines and other inflammatory compounds.

A consistent intake of quercetin is possible with a healthy diet, but using a daily supplement provides a guarantee. When taken in combination with vitamin C, studies show better absorption of quercetin. This is why I added it to my new heart health formula in CardioVibe, including it alongside vitamin C, lysine, magnesium, coenzyme Q10, and l-proline.

But it’s not just your cardiovascular system that benefits from the combination. Diabetics and people with pre-diabetes will benefit. Numerous studies show that quercetin and vitamin C can help lower blood sugar levels by improving insulin sensitivity and glucose metabolism.

Brain health is another consideration. Both these antioxidants protect neurological cells from oxidative stress and inflammation, which may be part of the battle in preventing the onset and progression of Alzheimer’s or Parkinson’s disease.

I recall patients who were perpetually plagued by colds every winter. They would try every over-the-counter remedy but never considered the simplest precaution—boosting their immune systems naturally. I recommended consistent daily supplementation with vitamin C, paired with a balanced diet.

The next winter, no colds. Not only that, but their energy levels improved. One patient joked that I saved her marriage because she was no longer grumpy from being sick all the time.

Think of Aesop’s tortoise winning the race against the hare by taking a slow but steady course forward without getting discouraged. It’s this wisdom of thinking ahead and taking small, consistent actions to maintain health that will make the winners. Prevention isn’t glamorous, but it’s effective.

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The Municipality of Leamington is warning residents about a scam involving individuals falsely claiming to represent the Municipality’s Water Services Department to gain access to homes under the pretense of conducting water meter inspections.

Residents have reported being contacted by these individuals, who do not represent the Municipality. Please note the following to help protect yourself:

• Municipal staff will never conduct water meter inspections without prior notice.
• Municipal employees will always wear official uniforms, carry proper identification, and arrive in clearly marked municipal vehicles.
• If someone requests access to your home for a water meter inspection, you are encouraged to contact the Municipality’s Water Services Department at 519-326-4454 to verify the visit.

The Municipality has contacted the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) about this issue and encourages residents to report any suspicious activity to the OPP immediately.

“We take the safety and security of our residents very seriously,” said Mayor Hilda MacDonald. “We are working with law enforcement to address this matter and want to ensure our community remains informed and vigilant.”

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Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland has announced she is resigning from Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's cabinet.

Some school buses outside of London have been cancelled Monday morning due to heavy fog.

On Thursday, December 12, the Municipality of Leamington held a dedication ceremony at the Leamington Fire Hall to honour the late Lieutenant Adam Kroeker of the Leamington Fire Service.

A shadowbox commemorating Adam’s legacy was unveiled in the presence of his family, and colleagues.

The tribute, which prominently displays Lieutenant Kroeker’s turnout coat, will serve as a lasting reminder of his dedication and service to the community.

Lieutenant Kroeker, who passed away on February 15, 2023, following a prolonged illness, was a valued member of the Leamington Fire Service for 13 years.

He began his career as a firefighter in 2010 and was promoted to Lieutenant in 2018, a role in which he displayed exceptional leadership and commitment.

During the dedication ceremony, Fire Chief Don Williamson shared remarks about Lieutenant Kroeker’s impact on the department and the community.

“Firefighting is a dangerous profession, and Adam’s loss is a sombre reminder of the risks our team faces every day,” said Fire Chief Williamson. “This shadowbox not only honours Adam’s dedication and sacrifice but also serves as a powerful reminder of why we prioritize looking out for one another and using the tools and equipment designed to keep us safe.”

“In circumstances like these, words often fail to capture the depth of our emotions,” said Peter Neufeld, Chief Administrative Officer. “The installation of the shadowbox was an important way to memorialize Adam’s legacy through honour and respect.”

The Municipality of Leamington expresses its condolences to Lieutenant Kroeker’s family and extends its gratitude for his selfless service and dedication to the community.

The shadowbox dedication ensures that Lieutenant Kroeker’s contributions and memory will continue to inspire current and future members of the Leamington Fire Service.

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On December 13, the Minister of Labour established a process with the Canada Industrial Relations Board (CIRB) to assess the likelihood of Canada Post and the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) reaching agreements by the end of 2024. 

After two days of hearings, the CIRB has issued its ruling confirming the parties are at an impasse.

As a result, the CIRB has ordered employees to return to work and postal operations to begin to resume at 8 am local time on December 17, 2024.

We will share further details shortly, but want to remind employees and customers that postal operations will remain closed on Monday, December 16. 

Retroactive pay increase to employees as process unfolds

We look forward to welcoming our employees back to work and serving the millions of Canadians and businesses who rely on our services.

While the terms of the existing collective agreements will be extended until May 22, 2025, we also put forward an offer to implement a wage increase of five per cent for employees, which was proposed in the company’s last global offer.

With both parties in agreement, the wage increase will be retroactive to the day after each collective agreement expired.

The increase will be in effect going forward, and the retroactive portion will be paid out to current employees in two portions:

• An upfront payment before Christmas of $1000 for all regular employees (full-time and part-time) and $500 for temporary employees based on a minimum number of hours
• The remainder of the retroactive pay to be forwarded by the end of January

 Collective agreements between Canada Post and CUPW expired on December 31, 2023, for the RSMC (Rural and Suburban Mail Carriers) unit and on January 31, 2024, for the urban unit.

Commitment to the negotiations process

Our commitment has always been to reach negotiated agreements with CUPW that would help us better serve the changing needs of Canadians and provide good jobs to those who provide the service.

We remain committed to doing so within this new process while also meeting the postal needs of Canadians. 

More detailed information on our start-up plans will be made available at canadapost.ca on Monday, December 16.

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When she first started working with pregnant women facing mental health crisis and addiction in 2005, about 20 babies a year were delivered in London and suffering withdrawal. Now, that number has more than doubled.

A looming tariff battle between the United States and Canada could be a factor in a long-rumoured early Ontario election, some political experts say, suggesting the fight may give Premier Doug Ford a reason to call a snap vote.

Some mayors in cities and towns that operate their own police force say OPP cost increases are affecting them, too — but they don’t have any provincial support to show for it.

The federal government's two-month GST/HST holiday kicked off Saturday, aiming to provide Canadians relief on certain goods, including toys, prepared foods, and some alcoholic beverages.

Leading up to the adoption of Quebec’s secularism law in 2019, Premier François Legault said the proposed legislation was “moderate.” Now, he says it doesn’t go far enough.

Bylaw enforcement officers with Ontario's Bayham municipality have told a landlord that his rural property, which has been used as a makeshift trailer park for months, will have to be cleared of tenants before Jan. 10. Paula Martin, for one, says the order to vacate has left her in a "very difficult situation."

Ottawa Senators emergency backup goalie Zach Dietz recounts the moment he ran with his gear on the side of a road to make it to a game on time after getting stuck in traffic.

As the work stoppage at Canada Post hits one month, the Crown corporation said it will notify Canadians "as quickly as possible" when its operations resume.

Hamilton Police are investigating the City’s 10th homicide after a stabbing at Peddles Tavern.

This morning, just before closing time, Hamilton Police were called to Peddles Tavern after a male had been stabbed. Shah Ghafoori, 34-years-old, was taken to hospital where he succumbed to his injuries.

Pierce Herod, 28-years-old, from St. Catharines, was arrested at the scene and has been charged with 2nd degree murder.

At this time, it appears the victim and suspect were not known to each other and the attack was unprovoked.

Anyone with any information about this occurrence that could assist Police with this investigation, can contact Frank De Vuono at 905-546-3827.

Additionally, for those who wish to remain anonymous, they can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS or visit: http://www.crimestoppershamilton.com

Hamilton police say they don’t know why one man allegedly stabbed another outside an east-end pub on Sunday morning.

The ongoing occupation of Gage Park by encampments has to end. The discovery this week of a network of tunnels, enabling the establishment of a makeshift power theft operation has reduced Hamilton to a laughing-stock in Toronto media outlets. It has once and for all shown the total failure of the city’s encampment protocol where “low barrier” apparently means “no barrier,” and “Housing first”—what does that even mean?

Monday, the case of the 19 people who were evicted from encampment a couple of years ago will finally be heard, unless there is another adjournment. City legal staff say we can’t take aggressive action on encampments until that matter is settled. We disagree. The city has already decided to ban encampments in Bayfront Park and Pier 4 Parks once the Barton-Tiffany site is opened. That hasn’t been tested in court and who’s to say it won’t be challenged? The fact is, a lot of this stuff is being made up as we go along. The city has also banned encampments in parks where construction is taking place. So, encampments are being banned on a piecemeal basis for more than one reason, notwithstanding whatever the courts are doing.

There never should have been encampments allowed in Gage Park. All parks are not created equal. Gage Park should be viewed not only as a park, but as a historical site, showcasing the creative genius of Canada’s foremost landscapers, architects and artists of the first half of the last century. It is the centrepiece of the entire Hamilton Park system. Its desecration is intolerable. In addition to its role as a public park, it is also an arboretum with more than 100 varieties of trees and shrubs, including copper beech trees that are almost 200 years old. It is a refuge for the Ward Three residents who live within walking distance of the park, but also for Hamiltonians who come from all parts of the city to enjoy its magnificence.

The councillor whose ward includes Gage Park says she still feels safe taking her child through the park. Many others don’t, but the issue goes beyond safety—it’s the protection of one of the city’s most significant cultural assets from vandalism that is equally at issue. So much of our heritage is being trashed these days by victimhood grifters, in many cases taxpayer supported; its time to say enough is enough and start showing some pride in our community. Let’s start by giving the community back its beloved Gage Park.

On the eve of the long-awaited hearing of the case of 19 individuals suing the city for evicting them from encampments, the Ontario Court of Appeal has ruled that the Ontario Human Rights Commission cannot appear as an intervenor in the case. The OHRC along with the Canadian Civil Liberties Association, Women’s Legal Action Fund, the British Columbia Civil Liberties Association had applied to intervene in the case. In September a judge ruled none of the parties could appear as intervenors in the case, stating, “The Applicants, who are very well-represented, propose to file expert evidence on the impact of the by-law in question and to make argument with respect to constitutional implications, the effect of international law and the particular impact of the by-law on vulnerable communities, including women. I do not think that the proposed interveners have much to add. The applications to intervene are dismissed. “

In a unanimous decision made on November 27 the appeals court ruled that it did not have proper jurisdiction to interfere with the earlier decision but added, “to be clear, nothing in these reasons should be taken as suggesting, had there been jurisdiction, that we would have found that the application judge erred.”

Hamilton council has been told on several occasions by city legal staff that the case in question is based on the Charter of Rights and Freedoms, and has far -reaching implications, and for that reason they have advised the City to avoid any widespread clearing of encampments until the court has ruled. Cities across Ontario have also been mindful of the Kitchener court ruling that declared homeless people can’t be evicted from encampments if there is no alternative shelter available.

That being the case, London Ontario has banned encampments in several parks and even Hamilton has plans to ban encampments in Bayfront Park and Pier 4 Park once the tiny shelter site on Barton-Tiffany land is up and running. That site is scheduled to be open on December 20^th. Crews have been seen working through weekends fencing the area, dumping and spreading fill and paving the site with asphalt in order to comply with orders to create a barrier between the historical contamination of the site and the proposed shelters.