January 2015 Archive

Cold Creek strategic plan released; input sought

The future looks bright for one of King’s most precious natural resources.

Top environmental issues for the coming year

After gazing into my green crystal ball, and consulting with several legitimate scientific organizations (like the mythical anchor William Duncan McAvoy on The Newsroom, I protect my sources) I can pronounce with more certainty than a long-term Weather Channel forecast, the top environmental issues of 2015.

Parents no longer masters in our castles

We had thought that growing up, becoming adults and assuming the responsiblity of home ownership came with certain perks. As kids, we all wanted to be “king of the castle.”

Cougars remain in hunt for GMOHL playoff home-ice advantage

With the Georgian Mid-Ontario Hockey League standings so tightly packed late in the season, every point counts for Schomberg’s Junior C Cougars.

Schomberg Red Wings win juvenile Silver Stick title

As a result of winning the Regional Silver Stick tournament on Dec. 7, 2014 in Lucknow, the Schomberg Red Wings juvenile hockey team advanced to ...

Plasa steals the show in shutout over rival Aurora squad

In what was mostly a goaltenders’ battle at the Nobleton rec. centre on Saturday afternoon, the Knights’ Matthew Plasa came out on top for his team.

Eric Lamaze goes two for two in $30,000 WEF Challenge Cup Series

It was a case of déjà vu as Canada’s Eric Lamaze and Rosana du Park stood in the winner’s circle following the $30,000 Ruby et Violette WEF Challenge Cup Round II on Jan. 15 at the Winter Equestrian Festival in Wellington, FL.

Council approves increased subsidy for curling club

King Township council has granted the King Curling Club a one-year extension on their phased-in user fee subsidy, but if the club runs a revenue surplus, they will have to pay it back.

Township wants to ensure features are maintained

King Township wants developers to pitch in for the long-term costs of maintaining physical features of subdivisions, after the projects have been assumed by the municipality.

Municipal gas tax payments not impacted by drop in prices

While plummeting gas prices can be a double-edged sword, it won’t impact the municipal share of federal gas tax payments.

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