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Gooood morning, Kingston!

It’s September. Here’s your official reminder. Let’s see what’s happening around the city - shall we?

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⛽ Kingston Gas Prices Surge After Refinery Flood
Local drivers are feeling the pinch as gas prices jumped significantly this week - but surprisingly, it's not holiday weekend gouging. A flooded refinery shutdown is behind the unexpected spike, according to petroleum analysts tracking the situation. (The Kingston Whig Standard) Read More →

📋 Kingston Council Pushes for Service Agreement Clarity
A new motion at Kingston City Council aims to shed light on those mysterious municipal partnerships we rarely hear about. The proposal would require detailed public disclosure of all service agreements between the City and partner organizations. (Kingstonist) Read More →

🏫 Back-to-School Health Alert from Ontario Doctors
The Ontario Medical Association is urging parents to tackle three key concerns as students head back to class. Measles prevention, rising addiction risks from nicotine pouches, and e-scooter safety top the list of medical experts' warnings for the new school year. (Kingston Daily) Read More →

📸 Kingston Lens Master Claims National Glory
Local photographer Maxime Légaré-Vézina has captured top honours in the 2025 Canadian Geographic Photography Competition with his breathtaking wolf portrait "Smoldering Gaze." His remarkable work stood out among 10,000 entries nationwide, earning him the coveted overall winner title. (The Whig) Read More →

🚧 Major Road Works Affecting Kingston This Week
Multiple closures are hitting key routes across Kingston, with significant disruptions expected on Aberdeen Street and Barrie Street for construction staging. The Lasalle Causeway will also see full weekend closures starting August 31st. (Kingstonist) Read More →

📚 Kingston Symphony Book Fair | Sept 4-14, 2025 | Various Times | 785 Sir John A Macdonald Blvd, Unit 7A
Bookworms and bargain hunters, prepare to lose yourself in thousands of titles across every genre imaginable while supporting your local symphony.

🎸 Daniel James McFadyen at The Mansion | September 3, 2025 | 7:30 PM | 506 Princess St
Catch this rising indie-folk star who's been selling out venues across Canada with his cabin-recorded tunes and magnetic storytelling style.

🎤 Makers Meetup | September 4, 2025 | 4-6 PM | Broom Factory, 305 Rideau St.
Calling all creative souls: schmooze with Kingston's arts scene heavyweights while pitching your next big thing at this free networking shindig.

🌾 Open Farms | September 5-7, 2025 | 11am | Various Kingston & Frontenac Locations
Get your farm-to-table fix as local producers throw open their barn doors for a delicious peek into where your food actually comes from (spoiler alert: not the grocery store).

🍽️ Farm to Table Dinner Experience | Sept 6-7, 2025 | 6:00 PM | Donald Gordon Hotel
Savor Executive Chef Kevin Peters' multi-course small plate extravaganza featuring local Kingston flavors in a gorgeous 1841 limestone carriage house.

🎲 Downtown Bingo Challenge | July 1-Sept 30 | All Day | Downtown Kingston
Turn downtown into your personal game board as you eat, drink, and shop your way to $3,500 in prizes with this grown-up twist on everyone's favorite game night classic.

Monday: ☁️ High 27°C / Low 13°C - few clouds

Tuesday: ☁️ High 25°C / Low 17°C - overcast clouds

Wednesday: ☁️ High 26°C / Low 14°C - overcast clouds

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Have a great week friends, and share this with someone who has put diesel in the gas tank.

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