King City library, seniors centre recognized with design award

King City’s library and seniors centre has been recognized for its stunning architecture. The facility was awarded Canada’s top architecture award by Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada, at a ceremony at Rideau Hall last week.

Second-degree murder charge following arson in King

Investigators with the York Regional Police Homicide Unit have charged a 22-year-old man and are seeking witnesses following an arson at a restaurant in the ...

King maintains top water quality in villages

King’s water quality meets, even exceeds government standards. Staff presented the 2024 Water Annual Summary Report to councillors recently, outlining the service and quality in local towns and villages. Staff noted the Township of King consistently provides safe drinking water to residents, businesses, and visitors through the Ansnorveldt, King City, Nobleton, and Schomberg municipal water distribution systems.

King Township Council approves 2025 municipal budget

King Township Council approved the first service based municipal budget for 2025, which includes a 3.68% municipal tax rate increase.This translates to an approximate $127 ...

Suspects facing multiple charges after failed carjacking in King

nvestigators with the York Regional Police Hold-Up Unit have laid multiple charges against three men after a failed carjacking in the Township of King. On Jan. 9, at 8:22 p.m., police responded to an attempted carjacking in the area of King Road and Highway 27. The victim was travelling on King Road when their vehicle was rear ended by the suspect vehicle. As the victim exited, two suspects approached wearing face coverings and at least one was armed with a firearm.

Churches hold ‘SOUPer Bowl’

No doubt many people will be watching the Super Bowl on Sunday, Feb. 9 – Chiefs or Eagles?Did you know that there is another event happening ...

Victims urged to come forward in fraud investigation

Police are asking anyone who has come in contact with a King man to come forward and help them in their investigation.Investigators with the York ...

Nobleton Lions present Pavilons with Helen Keller Fellowship

With the creed, “Service to Others” in mind, the Nobleton Lions Club presented Mark Pavilons with the prestigious Helen Keller Fellowship. The award is given to Lions and community members for “untiring service,” and given “light in the darkness” and compassion to their fellow human beings.

Courtney Allen named new Fire Chief for King Township

Following a competitive recruitment process, King Township is pleased to announce that Courtney Allen has been named the new Fire Chief of King Fire and ...

Trust and respect keys to successful dog training

Our canine family members love us unconditionally. We want them to “behave,” and act, well, like a family member. That takes training, practice and some key fundamental behavioural tweaks.

Schomberg’s Don Dippo appointed to the Order of Canada for founding ‘Borderless Higher Education for Refugees’

Former Schomberg resident Don Dippo is enjoying retirement life in British Columbia where he has rejoined his children on the West Coast. “We moved out to Comox Valley two years ago. All four of our children had relocated to BC so the move made sense to us. It’s great to see our two grandchildren regularly, instead of on Zoom. We’ve seen more of them in two years than we saw in 10 years.”

Fire Chief Jim Wall retires, leaving a legacy behind in King

Jim Wall is a fighter. And he’s a champion in his own class. Most people know him as King’s Fire Chief and a veteran firefighter. But others see him as fighting for the community, on a daily basis.

Internet upgrades will connect homes in King Township

Stephen Lecce, MPP for King—Vaughan, was joined by Steven Del Duca, Mayor of Vaughan and Steve Pellegrini, Mayor of King to announce that YorkNet’s high-speed ...

King Road property receives 2024 King Heritage Award

A story of craftsmanship, community and timeless charm has earned 2145 King Road, King City the prestigious 2024 King Heritage Award.Members of the King Heritage ...

Erik Powers’s 42-save performance leads King Junior A Rebellion to 5-0 Home Opener win over Aurora Tigers

Erik Powers’s first start of the OJHL season was an auspicious one. The King Rebellion goaltender, who hails from Edgewater, British Columbia, got the nod from Head Coach Mark Joslin to backstop his hockey club in a historical game for the transplanted Brantford 99ers franchise.

Junior A Hockey Returns to King Township as Brantford 99ers Relocate and Rebrand as the King Rebellion

King Councillors welcome new team, unveil jerseys By Jim Stewart After a 37-year absence, Junior A hockey has returned to King Township. A jersey-unveiling ceremony ...

King Rebellion U18BB triumphs with season tournament sweep

In a remarkable display of skill and determination, the King Rebellion U18BB hockey team secured a season tournament sweep by clinching victory in all three ...

Schomberg U18 Red Wings win Dunnville tournament

The Schomberg U18 Red Wings won five straight games in Dunnville to claim the championship of the 25th annual Albert Schram Local League hockey tournament.The ...

Schomberg’s Micaela Aguiar advances to quarterfinals as the number 1 seed in Ms. Health and Fitness Global Competition

Schomberg resident Micaela Aguiar is ranked #1 heading into the quarterfinals of the 2023 Ms. Health & Fitness Competition. The winner of the competition will be featured on the cover of the Muscle and Fitness HERS magazine and pocket $20,000 U.S. After five elimination rounds, the dedicated local fitness and yoga instructor was still leading the international event. Aguiar – who described herself as a “shy and introverted person” during our meeting at The Grackle Coffee Shop on Main Street – is nonetheless “super excited and nervous simultaneously to have passed through five phases of the competition from Top 50 in the world to Top 15 to Top 10 to Top 5 to the quarterfinals of the competition.”

Zhou and Zhang strike silver for CDS at OFSAA Mixed Doubles Badminton

The mixed doubles team of Rayna Zhou and Zhi Wei Zhang captured OFSAA silver medals at the provincial high school badminton championships played at Trinity College School in Port Hope. Zhou and Zhang inscribed their names last week into the historical records of Country Day School by winning the Cyclone’s first-ever OFSAA medal in badminton.

CDS Cyclone track team captures 8 gold medals at CISAA Championships in Toronto

CDS Cyclone Track and Field Coach Denise Steadman was pleased with her team’s results at the CISAA Championships at York University last week. Eight of her athletes captured gold medals at the meet in Toronto, but she was even more impressed with the level of individual achievement beyond the podium: “We had so many great performances. Our focus is to get personal bests at track meets and one of our athletes – Reese Falkenberg – dropped an incredible 7 seconds off her personal best in the 400m hurdles.”

U18 Rebels win York-Simcoe championship

Another week and another championship for King Township Minor Hockey.It was an exciting night last Wednesday at the Nobleton arena. In front of a packed ...

U12AA King Rebellion captures York-Simcoe M.H.L. Championship with a pair of Final Four shutouts

King’s 12AA rep team continued its winning ways on the weekend. The Rebellion ran the table in a convincing manner at the York-Simcoe Minor Hockey League Final Four playoff tournament by shutting out both their opponents. A 7-0 win over Barrie in the semi-final on Saturday secured a berth in the YSMHL final. In the championship game on Sunday afternoon, the Rebellion used back-to-back goals in the second period and a stifling defence to earn a 2-0 win over Richmond Hill and hang a York-Simcoe championship banner at the Nobleton Arena.

U12AA King Rebellion runs roughshod over Richmond Hill and Stouffville in 5-0 and 4-0 playoff

When the U12 King Rebellion AA hockey team took to the ice for their playoff game at Ed Sackfield Arena in Richmond Hill on Wednesday, they did so amid the cacophony of bell-clanging hockey moms impelling their sons to victory. “The Rebellion Ringers” rang their red bells in raucous unison off the ice and King’s powerhouse squad took care of business on the ice as they defeated the Richmond Hill Stars 5-0 in opening round York-Simcoe playoff action.

Extra set of eyes provides peace of mind

We all want to feel safe and secure in our own homes. With break-ins and home invasions on the rise across the GTA, homeowners need to stay one step ahead of the would-be criminals.

VIBE provides needed boost for your body to heal itself

Miraculously, the human body is capable of healing itself. But it doesn’t hurt to give it a boost now and then. Sometimes modern breakthroughs are, in fact, rocket science. It’s science that backs up the efficacy of VIBE, a portable resonance frequency therapy device. VIBE is designed to help ease a multitude of conditions and ailments.

Hasbro helps you complete your Xmas list

We all need a little help checking those boxes on our Christmas lists. We recommend turning to renowned toy-maker Hasbro for help this holiday season. The company has been creating memories for over a century, so they know what they’re talking about when it comes to imaginative playthings.

Remaining vigilant in our quest for pristine air

We’re on an upward trend in pursuing ways to maintain our health and well being. The air we breathe is paramount and we must remain vigilant in keeping our homes pure and clean. It’s our first and best defence against airborne nasties. There are many residential air purifiers on the market, with more emerging every day.

Pepperoni lovers have a new reason to cheer

Pepperoni lovers rejoice! Pizza Nova has introduced Cup & Char Pepperoni and Doppio Pepperoni Signature Pizza to its menu. The move was made, fittingly, on National Pepperoni Pizza Day (who knew?) on Sept. 20. Ontario’s leading artisan pizza makers, also debuted a new Classic Signature pizza, Doppio Pepperoni Signature Pizza, alongside the new topping.

PuroAir helps you breathe easy in your home

There is nothing more important than the air we breathe. And everyone should have control over their indoor air quality. That’s the mantra of PuroAir and their line of air purifiers.

Echo Water sets the industry standard in hydrogen water technology

We are all looking at ways to improve our lifestyles and adopt a healthier way of living. Staying hydrated is a must and the old adage of drinking plenty of water has never been more accurate. One of our newest allies in the battle against toxins is hydrogenated water.

Big Arch is big on taste

The Golden Arches have come to life again, through an amazing new burger from McDonald’s. The Big Arch made its debut and boy, will customers love this new sandwich. It’s heralded as the “biggest bite” on the Canadian menu, and they’re right.

Countertop ice-maker is the perfect companion for entertaining

Any family gathering or party wouldn’t be complete with an additional ice-maker. How many times have you run out of ice during a backyard BBQ, having to run out to the store? The built-in refrigerator ice-makers take time, something you don’t have when guests arrive.

Victrola Rock Speaker sets a new industry standard

Enjoying the outdoors, in our own bit of paradise, includes a lot of moving pieces. One of them is music. You can’t enjoy summer without your favourite tunes. There are many portable speakers on the market, but none come close to the discreet Rock Speakers from venerable Victrola. These are beasts, and have really set the industry standard in outdoor listening.

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