Veterans Village Funding, Food Security & More

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Gooood morning, Kingston!

The city has been buzzing this week/weekend. Lots to go over, so let’s jump right in.

Top Stories

🐱 Feline Friends Need Forever Homes
A heartwarming opportunity to adopt three kittens and their mum who were thankfully rescued from a west-end park. Matt, Lilly, Milly and mother Sasha are now safe at Urban Paws on Midland Ave, ready to meet their new families. (Kingston Daily) Read More →

🏠 Kingston Veterans Village Receives $1.9M Boost
A $1.9 million federal investment is transforming lives at Kingston's Homes for Heroes village, where local veterans receive much-needed housing and support. The funding provides transitional housing, mental health services, and job training through this innovative community-based programme. (Kingston Daily) Read More →

🌱 Kingston Launches $300K Food System Pilot Program
Local agencies and food producers can now tap into a $300,000 funding pool to strengthen Kingston's food security. The initiative, which cleverly combines city budget with Fines for Food revenue, will support everything from food access programs to innovative agriculture projects. (Kingston Daily) Read More →

In Other News

🚔 Help Police Identify Local Shoplifting Suspect
Kingston Police need help tracking down a suspect who stole $300 worth of goods from a mid-town grocer on August 8th. Contact S/Sgt Geoff Dempster or call 613-549-4660 with information - anonymous tips welcome. (Kingston Police) Read More →

👊 Late-Night Assault at Downtown Business
A 35-year-old Bath resident went from asking for a cigarette to causing chaos at a Division Street shop in the wee hours of Saturday morning. After assaulting staff and making threats, the individual returned with a crowbar to smash windows before Kingston Police made the arrest. (Kingston Police) Read More →

🌱 Green Bin Swap Program Now Underway
Kingston residents can now trade in their old green bins at 196 Lappan's Lane for shiny new ones. Time for a rubbish refresh! Simply collect your disposal sticker, pop it on the old bin, and set it out with regular waste. (City of Kingston) Read More →

🚕 Kingston Taxi Companies Welcome City Oversight
A major shift is coming as Kingston City Council votes to dissolve the local taxi commission and take over the sometimes bumpy ride of industry governance. Amey's Greenwood Taxi fully supports the transition, citing improved transparency and better accessible service delivery starting September 2026. (KingstonDaily.ca) Read More →

Events

🚗 Limestone City Car Classic | August 30 | 8am-4pm | Kingston Memorial Centre
Polish up those chrome bumpers and cruise on over to this classic car extravaganza featuring live music, trophies, and free admission for spectators - all while supporting melanoma research.

🏪 All Star Sports Mega Sale | Aug 28-31 | 10AM-8PM | Quality Inn Kingston
Score major league savings on NHL, NFL, NBA and more sports gear with everything priced 60-90% off retail - we're talking $80 jerseys, $30 hoodies, and enough athleisure to outfit a whole team.

🛍️ The Mom Market Summer Pop-Up | August 30-31 | 10AM-6PM Sat, 11AM-5PM Sun | Cataraqui Centre
Browse handmade treasures, local treats, and unique finds from Kingston's craftiest entrepreneurs while enjoying the sweet, sweet mall air conditioning.

🌅 Zumba in the Park | August 28, 2025 | 7:00-8:00am | Breakwater Park, Kingston
Shake off those morning cobwebs with a free waterfront workout that proves you're never too old to shimmy (and no one's watching anyway).

_{Note: Events may be cancelled or have changed times. Be sure to see our event calendar and reach out to the venue before going.}

Home of the Week

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This meticulously rebuilt 2.5-storey stone residence offers dual-unit flexibility with 1500-2000 sq ft of luxuriously updated living space, priced at $999,900.

• 🏛️ Completely renovated historic property featuring two separate units - 2-bed upper with private deck and 1-bed executive lower suite

• 🔧 Comprehensive upgrades including new electrical, plumbing, spray foam insulation, steel roof, and smart home features

• 💰 Turnkey investment opportunity with all furnishings included, perfect for Airbnb or long-term rental income

(Bill Stevenson, Century 21 Lanthorn Real Estate Ltd.) Read More →

Weather

Wednesday: 🌧️ High 23°C / Low 12°C - light rain

Thursday: ☁️ High 23°C / Low 12°C - broken clouds

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Signing Off

That’s all folks, send this to someone who could use 4 extra paws around the house.

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