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Gooood morning, Kingston!

Big changes are brewing, from Princess Street facelifts to a sports facility that’ll save you a winter road trip. Toss in flying garbage (literally), a Black Dog birthday bash, and a few big wins for local development… yeah, it’s one of those weeks.

Let’s get into it ⬇️

🏗️ Major Makeover Coming to Princess Street
Kingston's Williamsville district will see a complete transformation as the city announces a massive infrastructure overhaul for 2026. The $multi-million project will upgrade utilities and add dedicated cycle tracks along Princess Street from Division to Albert, making it safer for pedestrians and cyclists. (City of Kingston) Read More →

🔥 Massive Blaze Destroys Kingston Building
A five-hour inferno caused $500,000 in damage to a Creekford Road structure as Kingston Fire and Rescue battled the flames in the pre-dawn darkness. Crews launched a defensive attack after arriving at 4 a.m. to find the building fully engulfed, with no injuries reported. (Kingston Daily) Read More →

🚛 'Flying Garbage' Leads to Highway Drama Near Arden
A 71-year-old driver faces charges after an unusual highway hazard caused quite the commotion. Unsecured debris from his pickup truck on Highway 7 damaged multiple vehicles, prompting swift action from the Ontario Provincial Police. (Kingstonist) Read More →

💸 Living in Kingston Is a Bargain (Sort Of)
A new MoneySense report ranked 36 Ontario cities by cost of living — and Kingston came out as one of the cheapest big cities. You’d need about $82,488 a year to live comfortably here. For comparison? That’s $16K less than Toronto and a jaw-dropping $24K less than Richmond Hill, the most expensive city in the country. Not bad for life by the lake. (Narcity) Read More →

🏆 Kingston's Next Generation of Leaders Announced
A remarkable 40 young professionals have earned spots in Kingston's prestigious 2025 Young Professionals Awards. The winners, all under 40, represent fields from healthcare to entrepreneurship, showcasing the city's emerging talent pool. The honourees will be celebrated at a gala event on September 17 at the Frontenac Club. (Kingston Economic Development) Read More →

🏃‍♂️ Game-Changing Sports Facility Coming to Kingston
Local athletes can finally stay closer to home as Kingston Council approves a much-needed lease-to-own plan for an east end multi-sport facility. The new complex will eliminate those long winter treks to Belleville for practice sessions. (The Kingston Whig-Standard) Read More →

🍷 Black Dog Tavern Marks 25 Years With Epic Birthday Bash
Original chef Derek MacGregor returns to craft a special prix fixe menu of beloved classics during this three-day celebration from September 19-21. The weekend culminates in a Sunday afternoon party featuring complimentary hors d'oeuvres, champagne toast and jazz in the courtyard. (Downtown Kingston) Read More →

🏊‍♂️ Safety First: Glass Forces Early Pool Closure
Culligan Water Park in Kingston had to abruptly shut its gates after staff discovered broken glass in the deep end on Saturday. Despite thorough mechanical cleaning efforts, lingering fragments have made swimming unsafe, prompting officials to end the season two weeks early—though the splash pad remains open until Sept. 15. (Kingston Daily) Read More →

🏃 Terry Fox Run | September 14, 2025 | Kingston, ON
Lace up those sneakers and join your neighbors for Canada's most inspiring run, where every step helps kick cancer to the curb.

🎸 The Alan Jackson Experience | Sep 13, 2025 | 7:30PM | Kingston Grand Theatre
Grab your cowboy boots and head to Margaritaville as award-winning tribute artist Aaron Halliday channels the country legend in a show that'll have you swearing you're watching the real Alan Jackson.

🥬 Fresh Food Market @ YMCA | September 12, 2025 | 9:30am-12:30pm | 100 Wright Crescent, Kingston
Fill your fridge without emptying your wallet at this weekly pop-up market featuring fresh produce and gourmet healthy options at budget-friendly prices.

🎸 Hollerado Live | September 14 | 2:00-5:00 PM | Broom Factory, Kingston
Catch this high-energy Canadian indie rock band in an all-ages afternoon show that'll make you forget it's a Sunday.

📚 Kingston Symphony Volunteers' Book Fair | Sept 4-14, 2025 | Various Times | Kingston Symphony Warehouse
Bookworms, rejoice: this massive literary treasure hunt features thousands of titles from steamy romances to military history, with early-bird tickets available for serious collectors who want first dibs on the good stuff.

🎸 The Last Waltz - 50 Years of The Band | Sept 12, 2025 | 7:30PM | The Spire, Kingston
Dust off your bellbottoms for this all-star Canadian tribute to The Band's legendary farewell concert, featuring Levon Helm's godson and enough musical firepower to shake the rafters of The Spire.

🎭 Seven Stories | Sept 11-27, 2025 | 7:30PM | Domino Theatre, The Davies Foundation Auditorium, 52 Church St.
Jump into this wickedly funny comedy where seven quirky stories collide in one vertigo-inducing evening of theatre.

🌳 Friends of Lemoine Point Fall Plant Sale | Sept 13, 2025 | 9AM-12PM | Lemoine Point Conservation Area
Green thumbs rejoice - score native trees for $15, wildflowers for $5, and even exotic pawpaw seedlings at this popular conservation area sale where Mother Nature takes credit cards.

🎪 Princess Street Promenade | September 13, 2025 | 10:00am-5:00pm | Princess St, Downtown Kingston
Stroll car-free Princess Street while 100+ local shops and vendors tempt you with deals, treats, and tunes at Kingston's favorite street festival.

Historic Limestone Estate Offers Luxury Living Just Minutes from Kingston

This magnificent 1836-built home spans nearly 4,000 sq ft with multiple working fireplaces and has been masterfully modernized while preserving its historic charm, listed at $1,375,000.

• 🏰 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms spread across 2 stories with unique features including a book-lined study, family sunroom with exposed stone, and skylights

• 🌳 Situated on 1.4 peaceful acres with spectacular sunset views from the 30-ft covered porch

• 🏠 Modern amenities include in-floor heating, central air, updated ensuite bathrooms, and a convertible studio/mezzanine space perfect for guests

(Tim Barber & Graeme McDonald, RE/MAX Finest Realty) Read More →

Wednesday: ☀️ High 25°C / Low 13°C - clear sky

Thursday: ☁️ High 26°C / Low 12°C - overcast clouds

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That’s a wrap, send this to someone who’s taking you to the Black Dog.

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