Kingston Local Community News

A street or something else? Kingstonians voice ways to honour the Hip

Posted on Jan 26, 2012 by Bill Hutchins

EMC News - One block of Barrack Street should be renamed in honour of The Tragically Hip, according to most people who spoke at a public meeting on the subject. The City...

From protest to programs:, The evolution of Occupy Kingston

Posted on Jan 26, 2012 by Bill Hutchins

EMC News - Occupy Kingston is not just about in-your-face protest tactics anymore. And the group may have found a new home on municipal property - both indoors and legal - to promote its expanding message. Seven weeks after city council's widely-publicized decision to evict the group from Confederation...

Local students create a Visual Paradise

Posted on Jan 26, 2012 by EMC News

EMC Events - The Creative Arts Focus Program of LDSB/QECVI presents their Visual Paradise Gallery Exhibit of fine art and design at 122 Princess Street from January 19th through January 29th. The exhibit also includes work from QECVI Photography, Culture Focus Program, Providence Care, St. Lawrence...

Arts Council's upcoming seminar eyes increased collaboration within artistic community

Posted on Jan 26, 2012 by Hollie Pratt-Campbell

EMC Events - A quick glance through any local events listing reveals that Kingston is a very happening town in matters of the arts. But imagine how much more vibrant we could be if local arts communities learned to better coordinate talents and resources, and collaborate more effectively with one another? To...

Getting to know the mayor of Kingston, This new Q&A style EMC feature will give readers a more personal look at some of the public figures in our community.

Posted on Jan 26, 2012 by EMC News

Name and age: Mayor Mark Gerretsen, 36 Background: I was born, raised and have lived most of my life in Kingston. I served one term as City Councillor for Portsmouth District from 2006 to 2010. I was elected Mayor of Kingston in October 2010. Speak to your time as Mayor. What have been some...