Caring For The Kids Of Jamaica
For years, Dave Sly has been doing what he can to help the people of Jamaica. Rather than wait for giant disasters like the earthquake in Haiti, he focuses on the every day problems that Jamaicans face and tries to help solve them. His most recent project is trying to raise $13,000 to buy a [...]
Local Man Wins Big With Lottario
We have all dreamed about what the perfect birthday gift would be. How does $880,930 sound? That is exactly what Frank Thornton received for his 51st birthday, compliments of Lottario. Frank won the Jaunary 9th draw and picked up his cheque from the Ontario Lottery Corporation’s head office in Toronto last week.
Although the jackpot isn’t [...]
2010 Ontario Men’s Curling Championship
Although the Curling Championship actually takes place in Napanee Ontario, I felt that it would be a good idea to let the people of Kingston know about it. It is a pretty big event and I am sure that a lot of people would be willing to make the short drive to see some top [...]
City Council Back Bid For Memorial Cup
The city council has decided to step up and back the Kingston Frontenacs in their bid to host the 2011 Memorial Cup. The city is being asked to waive $20,000 in fees related to the event if the bid is successful.
Aside from the obvious economic benefit, Ktown will also receive national attention which will help [...]
Rotarians Raise Money For Haiti Earthquake Victims
Canadians have really stepped up in the past week and have donated a lot of money to the Red Cross to help the people of Haiti through this tragedy. The Canadian Government said they would match donations up to $50 million and we are half way to that goal in a week’s time. Way to [...]
Kingstonian Wins An Academy Award
Mark Wolforth of Ktown won a technical achievement award from the prestigious film body for his work on a product that enables accurate colour presentation in the digital intermediate preview process. This award was not a surprise to Mark because it is based on work that he had done six years ago. In fact, you [...]
The 2010 OHL All-Star Game
If you are a hockey fan, you have to be sure to check out the 2010 OHL All-Star game on February 2nd and 3rd at the K-Rock Centre in downtown Kingston. Watch the top 40 players from the OHL’s 20 teams compete in this historic event.
Enjoy the skills competition, the alumni game and the All-Star [...]
Community Events – Jan 21st & Jan 22nd
Here are a few events taking place in Ktown on January 21, 2010 & January 22, 2010:
Mourning Coffee
A drop-in time for any bereaved person or volunteer to visit with other bereaved persons.
Thursday January 21st 10-11am – 721 Progress Ave. Unit #1 (upper suite). Call 613-634-1230 for more information.
The Kingston Heirloom Quilters
Welcomes new members. Meetings are [...]
Field For Men’s Curling Championship Finalized
The field for the Ontario men’s curling championship next month in Napanee has been finalized. Arnprior’s Chris Gardner captured the Challenge East title over Brian Lewis of Ottawa to claim the final berth. Robert Rumfeldt of Guelph was the Challenge West winner on Sunday. That earned him a spot in the Tankard at the Strathcona [...]
The Queen’s Centre Is Now Open!
Well it’s official, The Queen’s Centre is open for business! There was music, dancing and university dignitaries to help kick-off the event and if all goes according to plan, this new facility will be at the center of attention in Kingston’s athletic community.
Here are a few facts about the new Queen’s Centre:
- The building cost [...]
