Tag: Kingston Penitentiary
It took many years for someone to convince me that the limestone tower on Queen’s west campus was never, in fact, a hanging tower. Maybe I just didn’t want …
My father has been the source of much of my curiosity about local history. He is often the one who can cite our family history, and usually knows something …
For ten years, Kingston WritersFest has brought noted authors to town to discuss their work and read from their latest book. Aspiring writers have taken the influences of the …
By Bill Gowsell Very rarely will people pay money to go to prison, but that’s what my Dad and I did recently at Kingston Penitentiary. Well, my stepmother paid …
Since tours of Kingston Penitentiary began in 2016, the popular attraction for tourists and locals alike has contributed approximately $1.54 million to local youth homelessness initiatives through the United …
In 2010, the Harper government announced significant budget cuts, which included the closure of six prison farms across the country. Many Kingstonians took issue with the decision, as both …
In a few short weeks the ball will drop as we clink glasses and usher in another new year. As we look back on the year that was, how …
The Coalition of Kingston Communities is pointing to a number of problems of accountability and transparency with the plans for redeveloping the Kingston Penitentiary and Portsmouth Harbour properties. ‘For …
School’s out for the Summer, and that means the local event scene is kicking in to high gear to woo tourists and Kingstonians alike. There’s certainly no shortage of …
Earlier this month, the Correctional Service Canada (CSC) announced the establishment of a seven member advisory panel who is tasked to provide advice regarding the potential re-opening of Kingston-area …
Kingston is riven with Yes/No battles – the Third Crossing/The Capitol/The Wellington Street Extension/The Airport Extension –so when it comes to the future of the Pen, surely there could …
The #ygkchallenge is an ongoing series where we dare you to be different, resolve to be better, and or do something awesome in support of our beloved community. Each …
