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After discussion between senior staff and much public outcry, it would seem that Murney’s job with Kingston Police mounted unit is stable once again following the city’s 2020 budget conversations. The public first heard about the potential retirement of Murney a few weeks ago when the removal of the mounted
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Another St. Patrick’s Day is behind us and, according to Kingston Police, things went relatively well. Despite the hundreds of green-clad, beer-drinking students who filled Aberdeen Street Friday afternoon, the day went off without any unexpected mishaps. Some fines were given out for drinking in public but no one was
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Back in 2014, Kingston city council launched a 2-year plan to set up cameras at selected intersections in ygk. The purpose of the cameras is to catch drivers who go through red lights. The cameras capture the license plate of the offending car and send a fine of $325 to
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Since its inception in 2010, our Community Soapbox has allowed Kingstonist’s readers to contribute their thoughts and ideas to the site through op-ed posts. We have published numerous submissions exploring topics ranging from cycling in Kingston to the great casino debate, and from reckless development to election signs. We love
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The patios are hopping, the gardens are blooming and the temperatures are steadily rising in our favour. June is two days away, which means that the end of another school semester and glorious summer vacation are now in sight. As we look forward to the summer solstice (aka the longest
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Kingston Fire and Rescue recently announced support for a potentially lifesaving mobile application – PulsePoint. CPR-trained individuals, who have downloaded the app, can be alerted when someone nearby is in cardiac arrest. This simple technology can extend the possibility of saving a life if a trained community member is able
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The document above is the arrest record of the City of Kingston police department for September 4th, 1882. One can imagine the story behind this list, perhaps a raid on a saloon, arresting barkeeps and customers alike. Using records such as this The Cellar Door Project has created “The Lockup,”
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Last night, city council, staff and the public gathered in City Hall for Kingston City Council meeting number 02-2014. The city has published the agenda and addeds online. A quick note before today’s summary; as a result of the fire that consumed the north-west corner of Princess and Victoria streets
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A few weeks ago, my wife and I had the unfortunate pleasure of contributing one more incident to Kingston’s 2013 crime figures. To be clear, we were on the receiving end. Being a victim of a petty, senseless crime is definitely not fun, but we’ve been continuously reminding ourselves of
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Four years ago, Queen’s University decided to take a break from traditional Homecoming celebrations due to excessive partying – specifically the well-known, alcohol-fueled takeover of Aberdeen Street. Subsequently, the focus of Homecoming appropriately shifted on the Alumni, while subdued celebrations took place in May, when a majority of the student
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The legalization of marijuana has been a contentious issue within North American politics for decades. Opponents to marijuana’s legalization argue that the drug has addictive qualities and that it encourages users to explore other illicit substances. Proponents to its legalization argue that a controlled oversight over the drug would ensure
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“Murderer,” “Colonialist.” These are not the typical titles that I would use to describe one of this city’s most recognizable and celebrated citizens, Sir John A. Macdonald. The harsh designations were spray painted on Sir John A.’s statue at City Park, mere hours before the public was scheduled to converge
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