Newly named FINA mascot Splasher is seen Mayor Drew Dilkens on July 14, 2015. (Photo courtesy City of Windsor)Windsor is getting another big boost to host the world swimming championships, this time from the federal government.
Minister of State (Sport) Bal Gosal says the feds are committing $3.5-million to Swimming Canada to be used for the 13th FINA World Swimming Championships.
Earlier this year, the provincial government forked over $2.5-million for the international event.
Windsor will host the FINA World Swimming Championships from December 6-11 2016 at the WFCU Centre.
Environment Canada has issued a yellow rainfall warning for parts of Ontario.
Hanover Police Service arrested a trespasser and ended up seizing drugs from the accused after an incident on July 30.
The Jays opened their home series against the Cardinals with a win off another Dylan Cease gem.
Nine young volunteers aged 11 to 17 spent three days exploring and protecting the Lake Huron coastline during the Coastal Conservation Youth Corps' inaugural program in Grand Bend from July 21 to 23.
An no-swim advisory has been issued for Kelso Beach at Nawash Park heading into the long weekend
Wheat finished lower to end the week.
