Media Releases
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Hogs for Hospice Motorcycle Rally
The Hogs for Hospice Motorcycle Rally is taking place in Leamington on Friday, August 1, Saturday, August 2, and Sunday, August 3, 2025. Due to scheduled events, there will be temporary road closures throughout the weekend.
Fire Code Violations Lead to Fines for Local Greenhouse OperationThe Municipality of Leamington has obtained convictions resulting in fines totalling more than $2,500 to a local greenhouse operation following a fire safety inspection of an associated worker bunkhouse. The inspection revealed multiple violations of the Ontario Fire Code related to the maintenance of life safety systems.
Nemesis to Perform at Leamington’s Music Onthe42 Summer Concert Series – August 9The Municipality of Leamington, in partnership with The Bank Theatre, is excited to announce the next performance in the Music Onthe42 Summer Concert Series, featuring the high-energy sounds of Nemesis on Saturday, August 9, 2025, at Leamington’s SUNSET® Amphitheatre in Seacliff Park.
Taking the stage at 8:30 PM, Nemesis is a dynamic horn-driven cover band made up of talented musicians from both Michigan and southwestern Ontario.
Winners Announced for the 2025 Mayor’s Recognition AwardsThe Municipality of Leamington is proud to announce the winners of the 2025 Mayor’s Recognition Awards, which were revealed during a Special Council Meeting held on July 22, 2025. This esteemed annual awards program celebrates individuals, groups, and organizations that have brought distinction, honour, and pride to the Leamington community.
Waterfront Market Plaza and Parking Lot ExpansionThe Municipality of Leamington is excited to announce the upcoming Waterfront Market Plaza and Parking Lot Expansion Project, an important initiative within the broader Waterfront Destination Master Plan.
About the Project
The Waterfront Market Plaza and Parking Lot Expansion Project, located at the foot of Erie Street South, will enhance the waterfront area with new amenities and improved infrastructure.
Leamington Residents to Join EWSWA Green Bin Program in 2026The Municipality of Leamington is informing residents that while the Essex-Windsor Solid Waste Authority’s (EWSWA) new Green Bin Program is currently being rolled out in Phase 1 communities (Essex, Lakeshore, LaSalle, Tecumseh, and Windsor), Leamington will be included in Phase 2 of the regional project. Green Bin delivery and collection in Leamington are scheduled to begin in the fall of 2026.
Precautionary Boil Water AdvisoryDr. Mehdi Aloosh, Medical Officer of Health, Windsor-Essex County Health Unit, has issued a Precautionary Boil Water Advisory for some customers serviced by the Union Water Supply System.
Leamington Dedicates John Jacobs Way at Marina in Honour of Late CouncillorThe Municipality of Leamington has formally dedicated a new sign at the Leamington Marina in memory of the late Councillor John Jacobs, naming the marina roadway “John Jacobs Way” in his honour.
Councillor Jacobs passed away in 2020 while serving his third term on Leamington Council.
Municipality of Leamington Enhances Safety and Enforcement Measures at WaterfrontAs part of its ongoing commitment to public safety and the enjoyment of its public spaces, the Municipality of Leamington is implementing new measures to address concerns related to noise, loitering, and disruptive activity in the waterfront and marina areas.
In May 2024, the Municipality established a Waterfront Committee, comprising residents, municipal officials, and members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP).
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