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Gooood morning, Kingston!

The universe is putting on quite the light show this week, as the Perseid meteor shower reaches its dazzling peak.

Star-gazers can catch up to 100 meteors per hour streaking across Canadian skies, though you'll want to head somewhere dark and pack your patience.

And while lying in a field at 2am might seem questionable, it beats doomscrolling through your ex's Instagram for the third time. Full Story

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News Notes

📊 Kingston Region Faces Record Homelessness Surge
Troubling new data shows homelessness has jumped 133% in Kingston's KFL&A region, a stark reality for our community. The latest figures reveal 483 people are now experiencing homelessness, up dramatically from 207 in 2021. (The Kingston Whig-Standard) Read More →

🔥 Kingston Implements Total Burn Ban
A complete fire ban took effect in Kingston on Saturday at 8 a.m. because Mother Nature isn't playing nice. The restrictions prohibit all open fires and fireworks, though BBQs with mechanical shut-offs are still permitted. (City of Kingston) Read More →

♻️ Kingston's Community Giveaway Day Returns This Saturday
Time to declutter with purpose! The city's popular Giveaway Day returns August 16th, letting neighbours swap unwanted treasures and keep useful items out of our landfills. Simply place your gently-used goods at the curb for others to discover. (City of Kingston) Read More →

🚗 Kingston Road Closures
Major disruptions hit Kingston streets as summer construction season peaks. Abbey Dawn Road and Middle Road face full closures, while Bayridge Drive and Highway 15 will see significant delays. Multiple downtown routes affected through August 15. (Kingstonist) Read More →

🏪 Kingston's Toys R Us Location Up For Sale
The Midland Avenue toy store has been quietly listed on the market, marking the end of an era for local families. After decades of bringing smiles to Kingston children, the iconic retailer faces potential closure as part of nationwide changes. (The Kingston Whig Standard) Read More →

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Events

🎪 Greek Fest 2025 | August 16 | 11AM-11PM | Kingston
Break out your best "Zorba the Greek" dance moves while feasting on souvlaki and spanakopita at this food-bank-supporting celebration of all things Hellenic.

🏖️ Kingston Jetski Adventure Tour | August 16 | 9:00 AM | 53 Yonge St, Kingston
Cruise through Kingston's waterways on an epic 9-hour jetski journey featuring a lunch stop in Rockport and a visit to the magnificent Boldt Castle, capped off with a bring-your-own BBQ celebration.

🎭 Speed Dating Night | August 16 | 7:30 PM | La Vida Bistrobar & Social, Kingston
Ditch those pesky dating apps and meet actual humans face-to-face at this cleverly organized evening of mini-dates for the 41+ crowd (and those youngsters 29-40, too).

🦕 Dig Into Prehistoric Fun | August 16 | 10AM-12PM | PumpHouse Museum
Get your hands dirty making real fossil casts with paleontologist Dr. Linda Tsuji in this dino-mite adventure perfect for curious minds aged 5-12.

🎪 Beatles Lunch Cruise | Thursday Aug 14 | 12:30 PM | Island Star
Spencer Evans & Friends serve up Beatles classics with your three-course meal, proving lunch is all you need (see what we did there?).

🎣 Bass Fishing Derby | August 16, 2025 | 10am | Branch 496 Legion Sydenham
Cast your line for glory (and keep your catch!) at this laid-back fishing derby where bragging rights are almost as good as the fish stories you'll tell later.

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Weather

Monday: ☁️ High 33°C / Low 19°C - scattered clouds

Tuesday: ☀️ High 34°C / Low 21°C - clear sky

Wednesday: ☀️ High 32°C / Low 19°C - clear sky

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Signing Off

That’s a wrap. Speaking of wraps, send this to someone who owes you a gyro at Greekfest.

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