Extreme cold is affecting Windsor-Essex.  Extreme cold is affecting Windsor-Essex.  The Windsor Police Service reminds residents to be mindful and take the precautions during the cold weather. Police listed several tips on its social media last week.  •Travel carefully: Roads may be icy. Slow down, leave extra space, and drive with caution. •Check on vulnerable neighbours: Seniors, children, and those with medical conditions may be at risk. Failing to help someone in danger c

The Windsor Police Service – Amherstburg Detachment has released its policing statistics for 2025. The report was before town council at the Jan. 19 meeting and was received by council members.  The statistics show a total of 8,841 incidents last year, 8,674 being dispatch generated incidents, also known as CAD calls, while 167 were self-generated walk-in incidents. In December, there were 563 total incidents with the busiest month of the year being March, with 867 incidents.

Amy Bailey and Morghan Shearon from The House Youth Centre show candles that are for sale as part of this year’s Amherstburg’s Coldest Night of the Year event. Amherstburg’s Coldest Night of the Year (ACNOY) returns next month with it helping bolster a local youth organization. Coldest Night of the Year walks are held all over Canada, with the local 2K and 5K walks taking place in Amherstburg Feb. 28. Proceeds from the local walk will benefit The House Youth Centre. The ACNOY