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4 days ago | kingstonist.com | Jessica Foley

The following is a selection of the most significant road closures and expected traffic delays in and around the city of Kingston for the week ending April 25, 2025. Full lists of closures and delays provided by the City of Kingston and the MTO can be viewed here and here. Reduced load restrictions are in effect in Kingston until April 22. Heavy trucks and loads are restricted on City roads, where posted. The City said these restrictions help reduce damage to roads in the spring.

1 week ago | kingstonist.com | Jessica Foley

The YMCA of Eastern Ontario is ready to “inspire the future” by recognizing that even the smallest act of generosity — a donation, a kind word, a moment of encouragement — can uplift a child, empower a teen, or strengthen a family. According to a release from the organization, these acts create momentum that moves lives forward, shaping a stronger, more connected community. That’s the driving force behind the YMCA’s 2025 Annual Campaign, launched under the powerful theme Inspire the Future.

1 week ago | kingstonist.com | Jessica Foley

Soon, local Tim Hortons will be celebrating Smile Cookie week, in support of child and youth mental health programs at Kingston Health Sciences Centre (KHSC). The popular and delicious fundraiser features a chocolate chunk cookie topped with an icing smile, which will be available to purchase from April 28 to May 4, 2025.

1 week ago | kingstonist.com | Tori Stafford

Kingston Police are asking for the public’s assistance to locate the person pictured above, a missing 15-year-old youth. According to police, 15-year-old Dominic was last seen on Tuesday, Apr. 15, 2025, in the area of Hotel Dieu Hospital in downtown Kingston. Police described the teen as being Caucasian, standing 5’11” (180 cm) and weighing 160 lbs (72.5 kg) with a slim build and medium-length curly, brown hair.

1 week ago | kingstonist.com | Jessica Foley

A Collins Bay Institution inmate is facing new charges after an investigation into the introduction of contraband into Collins Bay Institution using a drone. According to a release from Kingston Police, in April 2025, investigators from the Kingston Police Intelligence Unit and the Correctional Service of Canada (CSC) launched an investigation into a Collins Bay inmate who was suspected of orchestrating the delivery of contraband into the multi-level-security Institution using a drone.