Category: Kingston
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The past and future of Providence in the Limestone City
Anyone who has spent significant time in the Kingston area will likely be familiar with the word “providence.” From the health-care organization Providence Care to the growing Providence Village in the city centre, the word is seen and used repeatedly in the Limestone City.
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Behind the Scenes: ‘Murdoch Mysteries’ films 300th episode in Kingston
The first week of October saw a bustle of activity in downtown Kingston, as Murdoch Mysteries filmed scenes for their 300th episode in the Limestone City. Props and equipment began arriving in and around Springer Market Square on Monday, Sept. 30, and the filming wrapped on Friday, Oct. 4, 2024. *This article was originally published…
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Things to do in and around Kingston in April 2024
*This article first appeared on Kingstonist.* After the cold, wintry end of March, we’re ready for the nicer weather to come and stay! This April, an extra-special event is taking place in the Kingston region. A total solar eclipse will darken the day on Monday, April 8, and Kingstonist has created a guide with everything…
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Things to do in and around Kingston in March 2024
*This article was originally published on Kingstonist.* March is often the month when our thoughts start to turn toward spring. While we wait for the warmer weather to come and stay, there are plenty of low cost events and activities that might put you in a spring frame of mind this month! Take a look:…
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Kingston author highlights the struggles of Dutch immigrants in the 1950s
*This article was originally published on Kingstonist. Thank you to author Gesina Laird-Buchanan for providing this book free of charge to facilitate this article.* Anneke – The Immigrants follows the Verbeek family as they emigrate from post-war Holland to Canada. Anneke, the youngest daughter of the Dutch family at 10 years old, is convinced they…
