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CTV News
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- CTV News
‘A big family': Hogs for Hospice roars in Leamington
The Hogs for Hospice event seen in Leamington, Ont. on Aug. 2, 2025. (Robert Lothian/CTV News Windsor) Revving engines sent vibrations across Leamington as the annual Hogs for Hospice event continued Saturday. Well over 1,000 bikes lined up around Seacliff Park for the 'Tour the Tip' registered ride that takes participants around the region. Only partway through the event, Tricia Stevenson, a longtime volunteer, noted an impressive turnout to start the weekend. 'We had a good turnout for registration last night, and actually an extremely [good] amount of pledges that we weren't expecting,' Stevenson said. The three-day event features motocross shows, wrestling matches, and biker rodeos, among many other activities. Funds raised throughout the event supports the Erie Shores Hospice, and to date, it has raised more than $5 million for the cause. 'It's very near and dear to my heart. My mom is very involved with hospice, but it's one big family helping other families that need help and other associations that are requiring help,' Stevenson said. 'People actually realize that there might be one day that their family needs this, and it's actually, like I say, a big family.' The event continues Saturday night with a concert featuring Mitchell Tenpenny and Carly Pearce.
CTV News
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- CTV News
What's happening in Windsor-Essex Aug. 1 to 4
If you're looking for some activities to do this weekend, here's a full outline, courtesy of Tourism Windsor Essex Pelee Island. Do you have an event to add? Email us at ctvwindsorweb@ Aug. 1 to 3 Hogs for Hospice at Seacliff Park in Leamington Leamington Rib Fest at Seacliff Park in Leamington Amherstburg Open Air Weekends in downtown Amherstburg from 3 p.m. Friday until 8 p.m. Sunday Aug. 1 to 10 Windsor-Essex Pride Fest and Parade at various locations throughout Windsor and Essex County Aug. 1 Aug. 1 and 2 The Explorer's Secret: An Immersive Escape Room at the Canadian Transportation Museum and Heritage Village in Kingsville. Bookings available from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Aug. 2 Aug. 2 to 3 Living History Festival at Ford Malden National Historic Site in Amherstburg Aug. 2 to 4 Emancipation Jubilee 2025 – The Black Council of Windsor-Essex at the Caribbean Centre in Windsor. Full schedule available here Aug. 3
CTV News
31-07-2025
- Automotive
- CTV News
Hogs for Hospice coming up this weekend
Essex County OPP are reminding of increased traffic and road closures in Leamington this weekend. The Hogs for Hospice motorcycle rally will take place, beginning Friday and wrapping up on Sunday. You are asked to be patient, as more motorcycle traffic than normal is anticipated. Drivers should be extra vigilant and take more time checking blind spots, mirrors, and signaling your turns to prevent collisions. An increased police presence will also be in Leamington to ensure safety and help with any traffic issues. New to the event this year is enhanced security to get into the concert area, where you will see more hand metal detectors and bag searches. OPP also reminds that Seacliff Drive West will be closed from Erie Street South to Sherk Street, as well as Forest Avenue, from 2 p.m. on Friday until 8 p.m. on Sunday.
CTV News
01-07-2025
- Health
- CTV News
Hogs for Hospice and ESHF move forward as separate organizations
Erie Shores Health Foundation (ESHF) and Hogs for Hospice are moving forward as separate, independent organizations, the foundation announced. As the 2025 Hogs for Hospice motorcycle rally approaches in August, ESHF issued a news release on Monday thanking the founding organizers and long-time supporters of Hogs for Hospice for their extraordinary contributions to local hospice care over the past 15 years. 'As we look ahead, given the event's growth and size, Erie Shores Health Foundation and Hogs for Hospice have mutually agreed to move forward as separate, independent organizations,' said the statement. 'This formal transition reflects best practices in charitable governance and reinforces each organization's autonomy.' Erie Shores Health Foundation will remain fully focused on its strategic priorities, including stewarding donations, supporting hospice and hospital care, and investing in long-term health outcomes for the region.
CTV News
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- CTV News
Leamington's Hogs for Hospice concert series lineup released
Lineup announced for Hogs for Hospice concert series in Leamington. The three-day motorcycle rally supporting hospice care in the region has released its lineup for this year's concert series. The event takes place from Aug. 1 to Aug. 3, featuring great acts like Theory of a Deadman, Kim Mitchell, Mitchell Tenpenny, and Carley Pearce. Theory of a Deadman will headline Friday night's show with Mitchell as a special guest. Tenpenny and Pearce will co-headline Saturday's show. If you're interested in attending, it will take place at the Seacliff Park Amphitheatre. Tickets can be bought here. In the first five years, more than $2.5 million has been raised for the Leamington Hospice Campus.
