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By Ken Pastusyhn   For the 14th consecutive year, Raymont Berries of Cottam has proudly served as the official supplier of local strawberries to the LaSalle...

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Raymont Berries: Supplying Local Flavor to the LaSalle Strawberry Festival

By Ken Pastusyhn   For the 14th consecutive year, Raymont Berries of Cottam has proudly served as the official supplier of local strawberries to the LaSalle...

Peter Corbett, Citizen of Distinction

“Among the representative farmers of the former Township of Maidstone, who not only looked after their own interests, but were important figures in the...

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By Devan Mighton For Erik Chovan and Stephanie Trepanier, running has become much more than a hobby. The Lakeshore-area couple recently completed the prestigious Boston...

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The Town of LaSalle is inviting older adults from across the community to take part in the LaSalle Senior Expo 2026, taking place Wednesday,...

Ron Suchiu’s stories and artwork captured in new book “Wizard of Art”

By: Sylene Argent, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, Essex Free Press   Years ago, world-renowned artist Ron Suchiu of Essex County found himself bedridden in New Orleans...

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By: Sylene Argent, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, Essex Free Press   The old adage “it takes a village” is certainly fitting to describe the partnerships Community...

WECYAC’s 5th Annual Victims and Survivors of Crime Week Breakfast highlights needs

By: Sylene Argent, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, Essex Free Press   The Windsor-Essex Child/Youth Advocacy Centre (WECYAC) hosted its fifth annual Victims and Survivors of Crime...

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By: Emily Plihal, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, South Peace News   McLennan Royal Purple is preparing to host its 43rd annual Walk for Children on May...

Province provides $1.4M to expand access to primary care to additional 4000 patients

By: Sylene Argent, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, Essex Free Press   Three Essex-County based primary healthcare clinics have been collectively provided $1.4M from the Ontario Government...

Fresh Breath kicking-off summer tour in Sweden after winning North2North Competition

By: Sylene Argent, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, Essex Free Press   Cottam musicians Katie (KT) and Josh Pascoe are at the core of Fresh Breath, which...

OPINION | Why Disconnecting Isn’t as Easy as It Sounds

By Sana Abbas In this day and age, social media is constantly within reach. Apps like TikTok, Instagram, X, YouTube, and many others have become...

Inspiring Community: Mayors Unite for Inclusion at Community Living Essex County Luncheon

By Matt Weingarden A spirit of unity and hope filled St. Mary’s Hall in Maidstone as approximately 150 community leaders, dignitaries, and advocates gathered for...

Essex MP supporting local jobs in response to new tariffs impacts

By: Sylene Argent, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, Essex Free Press   Essex MP Chris Lewis is fighting for local manufacturing jobs.    Recently, Lewis and fellow local Conservative...

Collavino Conservation Area: A Legacy for Nature and Community

By Matt Weingarden   Having made their mark in concrete, the Collavino family is now laying the foundation for nature to flourish.   Recently, their gift of green...
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OPINION | Why Disconnecting Isn’t as Easy as It Sounds

By Sana Abbas In this day and age, social media is constantly within reach. Apps...

Raymont Berries: Supplying Local Flavor to the LaSalle Strawberry Festival

By Ken Pastusyhn   For the 14th consecutive year, Raymont Berries of Cottam has proudly served...

Collavino Conservation Area: A Legacy for Nature and Community

By Matt Weingarden   Having made their mark in concrete, the Collavino family is now laying...

Peter Corbett, Citizen of Distinction

“Among the representative farmers of the former Township of Maidstone, who not only looked...