Kingston was ranked 18th in a Top 20 list of the most riskiest online cities due to cybercrime across the country.
The study by Norton Security Software company, ranked cities based on access to Wi-Fi hotspots, consumer spending on computers, the use of internet and smartphones and social networking behaviour.
Burlington took the number one spot, with a number of cities in British Columbia following close behind.
At least 7.3 million Canadians were victims of cybercrime last year, with about 20,000 new victims each day.
O.P.P. have arrested and charged a Roman Catholic priest in connection with an alleged sexual assault against a tennage boy during the summer of 2004.
62-year-old Rene Labelle is facing charges of sexual assault, sexual exploitation and invitation to sexual exploitation.
Labelle worked as a priest chaplain at Holy Cross Secondary School in Kingston and was ordained by the Archdiocese of Kingston in 1977.
The large bronze plaque commemorating “The Old Red Patch” 1st Canadian Division has been located, not far away from where it was removed.
Kingston Police confirm that the plaque was found in the Barriefield Rock Garden underneath a pile of leaves and branches, about 10 to 15 feet from the cenotaph.
Constable Steve Koopman says the person(s) who removed the plaque may have given up on their attempt to steal it, either because the item was too heavy or was returned to the area due to the extensive media coverage the theft received.
Forensic investigators are on scene at the rock garden today, taking photos and collecting evidence.
Koopman says police are still trying to the find the culprits responsible for the plaque’s removal.
Anyone with information is please asked to contact Detective Jason Cahill at 613-549-4660 ext 6233 or via email at jcahill@kpf.ca. Anonymous tips can be made to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8744 (TIPS) or on the website at www.tipsubmit.com. Tipsters are eligible for a cash reward of up to $2,000.
Matt Hutcheon has been named the new CEO for the Greater Kingston Chamber of Commerce.
Hutcheon, founder of the company Vista Enterprises, has been a member of the Chamber since the mid 1990′s and was chosen as interim General Manager in June 2011.
Chamber President John Ryce remarked, “We conducted a thorough search for this position. Many qualified candidates from across North America applied. We are delighted Matt is joining the Chamber in a full-time capacity. During his tenure as Interim GM, Matt has spearheaded a new strategic plan, envisioning a new focus and direction for the organization. Matt has strong ambitions and a clear understanding of what we need to deliver to meet member’s changing needs.”
For nearly 20 years, Matt operated Vista Enterprises, a company offering consultant services for everything from bookkeeping to teaching financial-based decision-making strategies. In 2006, he also co-founded IGNITE Consulting, a firm commissioned by the Kingston Economic Development Corporation to provide leadership to the Kingston Entrepreneurship Centre.
Highway 7 between Zealand Road and County Road 369, north east of Kingston, is closed due to multi-vehicle collision around 7:30 this morning.
O.P.P. are on scene investigating the collision that involved two vans near Perth. The driver of one van is dead, while the driver and passenger of the other van were also pronounced dead at the scene.
Two others were taken to hospital with serious injuries.
A detour is in place. Motorists heading westbound are advised to take County Rd 36 at Maberly, while eastbound traffic should take Zealand.
Highway 7 is expected to remain closed until late this afternoon.
History has been made in Kingston.
City Council voted last night in favour of renaming a portion of Barrack Street after the rock band, The Tragically Hip. The final vote was 7-to-6 in favour of the name-change.
At a public meeting last month, some residents said renaming Barrack Street could be seen as a slight to Kingston’s military history.
A delegation in favour of the concept, spoke to council at the start of Tuesday’s meeting, one of those speakers was former CFB Kingston Base Commander Gerry Coady. He stated that the Hip is known for being a staunch supporter of the military, having performed for Canadian Forces members overseas.
Meanwhile of the six options council had to choose from, they decided to approve the concept for a Walk of Fame and piece of public art, which is subject to future budget approval.
Prince Edward O.P.P., EMS crews and firefighters were called to rescue four men from the Bay of Quinte yesterday afternoon, following a fishing trip.
Police say three of the men left Massasauga Conservation Area around 10 Tuesday morning and walked onto the ice, when they were joined by a fourth male in an ATV, who drove onto the ice.
When the group returned around 3:45 p.m., they found themselves stranded on a piece of ice that had broken away from a larger ice area.
Firefighters managed to rescue all four men, bringing them to shore with no injuries.
O.P.P. are warning the public that conditions on the Bay of Quinte are unsafe due to the mild weather conditions and the above zero temperatures.
The bronze plaque before it was removed from the cenotaph at Barriefield Rock Garden. Supplied by Police.
A military plaque removed from thestone cenotaph in Barriefield Rock Garden sometime over the weekend, is now being investigated by Kingston Police.
Officers were told about the missing bronze plaque by a visitor on Sunday.
Police say “The Old Red Patch” 1st Canadian Division plaque was removed sometime between Saturday and Sunday. The plaque measures 3 feet by 4 feet, and 2 inches thick.
It is quite heavy and authorities believe the plaque would not be easy to carry or conceal.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Detective Jason Cahill at 613-549-4660 ext. 6233 or by email at jcahill@kpf.ca.
Kingston Police say the military plaque was removed sometime between Feb. 18th and 19th.
Trips to Quebec City and Cuba this March Break are not being endorsed by the Limestone District School Board.
Officials say that’s because travel companies like Breakaway Tours and S-Trips are “aggressively recruiting” high school students, despite the fact that their trips are unchaperoned.
Spokesperson Jane Douglas says these kind of destination offers usually appear ahead of March Break, when semesters crossover.
She says the notice was issued as a precautionary measure so parents can be more informed on the matter.
If you have any questions about any trip information your son or daughter brings home, please contact your school directly.
Kingston area teenagers will get the real deal on pregnancy tonight during an information session hosted by the Limestone District School Board and the local health unit.
A study published last year in the Journal of Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology found a local peak in teenage pregnancy during the month of March.
The reason for the increase is unclear, but officials with the health agency, school board and Queen’s University hope tonight’s discussion will raise awareness about the issue and help prevent unintended pregnancies.
“The reasons for the increase in March may be from a number of different factors, but one plausible theory is that around March Break there may be increased opportunity for teens to engage in sexual activity,” said Dr. Mary Anne Jamieson. “Teens who become pregnant face many challenges. Pregnancy is demanding physically, and also leads to a variety of socioeconomic challenges for teens. The achievement of educational goals, employment and earnings potential, and social stability are often limited for pregnant teenagers.”
Tonight’s discussion begins at 6:30 at KFL&A Public Health. Another information session is scheduled for Saturday, February 25th at 1 p.m. at the health unit’s offices on Portsmouth Avenue.
A 32-year-old man wanted for a domestic-related mischief charge in Kingston, led police on a chase on Highway 401 overnight.
Kingston Police were told the accused broke a window at an area home around 2 a.m., but the accused fled after hearing authorities had been called.
He was picked up by Napanee O.P.P. a short time later and remains in custody awaiting a bail hearing.
Kingston Police are looking for the male suspect who assaulted a woman a week ago in the area of Portsmouth Avenue and Fairview Road.
It happened around 12:15 a.m. Tuesday, February 14th, as the victim was walking alone. Police say the victim was struck in the back of the head and suffered minor injuries following a struggle with her attacker.
The suspect is described as white, in his early twenties, 6’0″ tall with a muscular build, with shaggy dark hair and a lip ring and he was wearing a black or blue down-filled jacket. Police say the suspect reeked of alcohol.
Anyone with information on the suspect is advised to call Detective Adam McMullen at 613-549-4660 ext 6281 or via email at amcmullen@kpf.ca or call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or on the website at www.tipsubmit.com.
