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Essex District School Board Closes Vincent Massey After Water Main Break

9/9/2026

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The Greater Essex County District School Board closed Vincent Massey Secondary School because a water main break disabled essential services.
Students will resume classes on Wednesday, delaying the planned back-to-school start by one day.
Spokesperson Madeline McEachern said the board completed water testing and confirmed the school will reopen.
The board thanked the community for patience, understanding and flexibility during the unexpected situation.

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The Greater Essex County District School Board closed Vincent Massey Secondary School because a water main break disabled essential services.
Students will resume classes on Wednesday, delaying the planned back-to-school start by one day.
Spokesperson Madeline McEachern said the board completed water testing and confirmed the school will reopen.
The board thanked the community for patience, understanding and flexibility during the unexpected situation.