Province boosts Haven Greens
Heath MacDonald, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, and Michael Ma, MP for Markham Unionville visited King’s Haven Green, to announce funding from the provincial government to bolster the company’s innovative agricultural technologies.
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Province announces support for Haven Greens innovative technologies
An innovative King agricultural operation has caught the attention of the Province.Heath MacDonald, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food visited Kinghaven Farms (Haven Greens) to announce ...
One morning, one community, one powerful reason to keep Terry Fox’s dream alive
Lace up your running shoes, bring the strollers, scooters, and skateboards, and gather the family for this year’s Terry Fox Run. Enjoy a morning filled ...
Global technology leader to move major operations to King-Jane Business Park in King City
One of the world’s most recognized electronics brands is coming to King Township. LG Electronics Canada (LG) will occupy nearly one million square feet across two buildings at the King-Jane Business Park, becoming one of the Township’s largest employers.
Many rules surrounding use of e-bikes
With the use of e-bikes on the rise, safety and the rules regarding their use are paramount. In King Township, non-motorized vehicles are prohibited in local parks. E-bikes and e-scooters are defined as motorized recreational vehicles and as such, no person in any park shall operate, ride, drive, park or be in possession or control of a motorized recreational vehicle. King Township parks and trails are for people-powered (non-motorized) recreational activities, like walking, running and cycling.
‘Farm to Table’ event, presented by Eek Farms, enjoyed by over 100 attendees at Sherwood Farm Retreat
The King Chamber of Commerce’s annual ‘Farm to Table’ Event was proudly presented by Eek Farms last Wednesday afternoon. Over 100 attendees enjoyed the hospitality and bucolic setting of the Sherwood Farm Retreat in ideal late-August conditions. The event reflected so many of King Township’s attributes.
Haven Greens developing solar facility
A King-based agricultural operation is making a significant investment in green technology. Haven Greens is developing a 2 MW nameplate capacity ground-mounted solar facility that will generate renewable electricity for its greenhouse, helping offset a significant portion of its energy needs on-site.
Save the Date: Sip & Savour goes ‘Pura Vida’ this October
Mark your calendars. King Township Food Bank is thrilled to announce Pura Vida, the 13th annual Sip & Savour fundraiser, on Thursday, Oct. 22 at ...
York University School of Medicine will train family doctors
To protect Ontario’s health-care workforce, the Ontario government is investing $55.8 million to support the planning and operations of York University’s new school of medicine.As ...
Schomberg resident Elizabeth Crowe retires after 32 years of public service as Trustee and Chair of the York Catholic District School Board
While students are enjoying the summer, one significant trustee and chair in York Region will not be returning to the school system in September. Elizabeth Crowe served with distinction as Chair of the York Catholic District School Board for over 18 years, including a continuous span from December 1998 to November 2015, followed by an additional term from December 2017 to November 2018 and another term starting in November 2023 which concluded with her retirement in 2026. The long-time resident of Schomberg served the communities of Aurora, King, and Whitchurch-Stouffville as the trustee starting with her election in 1994 and brought veteran leadership to the School Board for parts of four decades.
King farmer takes farmland protection message to the Senate
For Dean Orr, farmland protection is not an abstract policy debate. It is the view from the tractor, the traffic on King Road, the rented fields in Vaughan that may one day become subdivisions, and the question of whether Ontario will have enough land left to feed itself.
Sports
Smeeton scores back-to-back game-winners as King Junior A Rebellion remains undefeated
Rebellion power forward Adam Smeeton fired game-winning-goals to sink both the Chargers 3-2 in Mississauga on Saturday night and the Niagara Falls Canucks 4-1 at the Zancor Centre on Sunday afternoon.
Township updates ice policy for user groups
To ensure a fair distribution of arena ice time, King Township has updated its Ice Allocation Policy. Staff said the revamped policy is transparent, and provides an equitable distribution of limited arena ice time in response to continued growth in demand across the Township.
Rice earns title of national body transformation champ
It’s a dream come true for Schomberg’s James Rice. A baseball lifer, Rice has been promoted to “Manager for a Day” by the Minnesota Twins for his ongoing work with the Little League Disaster Relief Fund Charity. The US-based organization rebuilds ball diamonds that have been destroyed by natural or human disasters.
King’s U10AA Rebellion crowned tournament champs
Congratulations to King Township Minor Hockey Association, who organized the largest tournament of its storied history this past weekend Jan. 30, 31 & Feb. 1. The tournament spanned over 9 ice pads throughout King Township and the GTA, it included 78 teams throughout Ontario in the U10AA-U18AA age groups and over 500 hours of game time.
Lindsay extends King’s winless streak to seven with 5-1 win at Zancor
Kaden Koutroulides fired two goals and George Cote turned aside 34 of 35 shots to lead the Lindsay Muskies to a 5-1 win over the slumping King Junior A Rebellion on Sunday afternoon at the Zancor Centre. Koutroulides credited Cote’s stellar play for his club’s big road win: “He’s an unbelievable goalie for us. Best pickup we made as a team this year. It’s on us that he didn’t get the shutout. He made big saves for us all game.”
King Proud Charity Golf Challenge raises $20K for Easter Seals, Morning Youth Grants, and Lions Clubs
It was Shakespeare’s victorious Macbeth who uttered the famous words “So fair and foul a day I have not seen” as he peered over the misty battlefield – a civil war won in daunting conditions. The Scottish King would have been right at home at Cardinal West at the King Proud Charity Golf Challenge on Thursday. With Piper Katherine McManus atop misty Cardinal West, one could imagine playing an ancestor’s home course at the base of The Highlands. McManus called the assembly to order with a stirring version of “Scotland the Brave” and piped the intrepid players on to the course to take their places at the eighteen Scramble Shotgun tee blocks.
We Care tourney sets new record
Close to 200 friends, family, sponsors, golfers and volunteers stepped up to raise $28,316 this year at the annual We Care golf tournament,This brings the ...
King City teen captures gold at North American Youth Championships
King City native Tristan Tobin captured the gold medal at the North American Youth Championships in Traverse City, Mich. The 14-year-old, in her first appearance at NAYC, finished in first place alongside her teammates Mathilde Candele, Livia Martin, Taylor Wood and Ashlynn Crowley.
King City Secondary School says goodbye to dedicated teacher, beloved sports coach
Bradley Matwijec, all decked out in his King City Lions attire, is accompanied by a piece of memorabilia from all of his sports he coached ...
King Royals at festival
The King United U11G Royals woke up to a beautifully sunny and clear day early Saturday, June 25 and headed to The Robbie Soccer Festival. Like all tournaments, the girls packed their vehicles with their soccer gear, but this time, there was more: approximately 30 litres of lemonade and freshly baked cookies to support a good cause.
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Flirt sparkling juice is a must-try beverage
A new made-in-Canada thirst-quencher is a game-changer. Flirt is a Quebec-made sparkling lemonade that pairs real flavour with real fruit and just 100 calories per can.
LETWESAF radar unit ensures safety in all locales
Most of us are familiar with the concept of radar – using radio waves to detect objects. While an invaluable wartime tool, advances in modern innovation and the efforts of the LETWESAF team have led to the development of a compact, portable device that can help keep outdoor adventurers safer.
Rorra leads ‘revolution’ of filtered water dispensers
Pure, clean water. It’s the most valuable commodity on the planet. In our quest to drink more, we need to be aware of some basic facts. According to Rorra – a company serious about delivering quality water filtration – bottled water can hold thousands of plastic particles, and we’re injecting these microplastic particles with each sip we take. The company stresses that “clear does not mean particle-free. Sealed does not mean untouched.”
Tapo has ‘eyes’ on everything around your home
Home security has become an increasingly important issue for homeowners. An extra set of eyes can be extremely beneficial in terms of home security. It’s also an added level of comfort for residents. There are many capable cameras on the market, but a few stand out. The Tapo C246D looks like something out of a science-fiction film. But it’s not. It’s real, modern technology, specifically designed for consumers.
Orbit D220 dashcam a must for drivers
Dashcams have gone from a novelty to an essential automobile accessory. It’s estimated that roughly 11% of drivers use dashcams in Canada and 63% of trucking companies use dashcams to monitor driver behaviour (madeincanada.ca). Dashboard cameras have gained significant popularity in recent years due to increasing vehicle accidents and thefts. Auto thefts in the GTA have reached epic proportions and any tool drivers have is one more advantage.
Add Rocky Talkies to your adventure packs
As you prepare your adventure packs for a summer of trekking or exploring, you will want to add one component. To ensure your safety and connectivity, you just have to have a set of good, old-fashioned walkie talkies.
Miele’s DuoFlex offers power and convenience
Cordless vacuum cleaners are the mainstay of today’s household cleaning devices. They’ve come a long way in just a few years and that’s due to the commitment and ingenuity of producers and developers. Miele quite easily leads the pack.
PuroAir delivers smart, portable cleaner
Most of us can’t wait for summer, and getting outside for some fresh air. But we can start on the inside, by purifying our living and work spaces. PuroAir’s 100i Hepa Smart air purifier is a compact beauty that offers great features for a small, portable device.
Aegis 400 offers another layer of personal security
Staying safe in this world has become a new priority. We need all the help we can get. One perfect device – for security people and average citizens – is a personal body camera. And the Aegis 400 Body Cam by MyGekoGear (an Adesso company) fits the bill.
AirFlux takes the stress away from daily driving
Commuting is stressful enough, for new and veteran motorists alike. Anything that can ease our travels is a godsend. Gekogear has created a roadside companion that no one should be without. Their AirFlux 300 is a portable, two-in-one air pump and jump starter.
Editorial
Possibilities begin to dwindle as time goes on
I really miss my “old life” and how it took so little effort to live it! Edith and Archie sang the praises about “those were the days,” and we humans often reminisce about days gone by.
- Balancing knowledge, gain and numbers in our lives
- Share your memories like a home-cooked meal!
- Embracing things and people that make a difference
- My blessings are not mine to keep
- Burdens, trust and the ‘economy’ of a higher power
- Words have the power to shape our lives
- We have obligations in exchange for our blessings
- We are a catalogue of billions of bits of data
- Listening to the ‘silence,’ my old friend
- Resilience is one of humankind’s strengths
- Will our collective end be just a ‘whimper?’
- Summer is the best time to enjoy the grill
- What is really valuable to you in this world?
- Everything in the universe is destined to die
- With such abundance, why is there food insecurity?
- Life is fragile and unpredictable
- A sense of humour is what keeps us going
- It’s important to share our life stories
- Let’s recognize and welcome ‘breaths of fresh air’
- Struggling to always do our best
- Do we really know what time it is in our lives?
- Our inner spirit is essential to who we are
