(Blackburn News file photo)The unemployment rate in midwestern Ontario rose sharply to 6.3% in February.
That's higher than Ontario's jobless rate which sits at 6.2%, up from 6%.
January's local jobless rate was 5.2%
In February, employment in the Stratford to Bruce Peninsula region decreased by 2,200, including 1,400 full time positions.
Agriculture and construction represented the majority of job losses.
The midpoint of the summer travel season is marked by the long August weekend.
An increase in cases of a parasitic illness in Michigan has appeared to make its way to Windsor-Essex.
The Windsor-Essex Community Health Centre is the first in Canada to offer screening outside of a hospital or academic setting.
With the words "May Peace Prevail on Earth" printed in four languages, including English, French, Arabic and Mandarin, on the pole, it is meant to inspire peace on Earth.
The Jays opened their home series against the Cardinals with a win off another Dylan Cease gem.
Another Windsor-Essex mayor has decided to ask voters for another four years in office.
