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King Township celebrates dual honours for AI adoption

It’s twice as nice for King Township as it celebrates a second major honour recently, receiving the prestigious E.A. Danby Award for its groundbreaking Artificial Intelligence (AI) program.This award followed its recent Municipal Information Systems Association of Ontario win.The E.A. ...

King’s DC reserves are in good shape

King Township has as healthy Development Charges Reserve Fund. In a report to council, Treasurer Peggy Tollett noted the current balance of the fund is $9.8-million, of which the Township has $5.5 million in commitments. This results in a healthy $4.3 million surplus. She also noted there’s a $3.7-million surplus in the Cash in Lieu of Parkland Reserve Fund.

Police appeal for witnesses in single-vehicle collision in King

Investigators with the York Regional Police Major Collision Investigation Unit are releasing additional details and renewing an appeal for witnesses following a serious single-vehicle collision ...

Appeal for witnesses following serious collisions in King

Investigators with the York Regional Police Major Collision Investigation Unit are appealing for witnesses of two serious collisions in King Township.On Friday, June 6 at ...

Small deficit for Township from 2024

King Township ended 2024 with a small deficit, which will be paid for through the Tax Rate Stabilization Reserve Fund. Staff reported that year-end totals for 2024, showed a shortfall of $23,532. Departmental staff have a responsibility of monitoring operating budget variances throughout the year with the assistance of the Finance Department and accountability for financial performance (e.g. actual revenues and expenditures) with the Senior Leadership Team.

King Township to transition to new recycling collection system in 2026

King Township will transition to a new recycling collection system next year as part of a province-wide initiative to provide consistent recycling services and allow ...

 

Community comes together to launch garden

King Mayor Steve Pellegrini planted sage during the launch of King’s Indigenous Medicine Garden at the King Heritage and Cultural Centre. It will be a place to reflect, harvest and learn. The garden will also be a source of healing and reconnecting wtih the land.

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Pilot error cause of fatal aircraft crash in 2024

The cause of the plane crash that killed a King family last year was pilot error. According to the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), “the pilot’s failure to ensure the proper placement of the fuel selector during the approach and landing … resulted in fuel starvation and a subsequent total loss of engine power.”

King Township Food Bank rallies community for Spring Food Drive

As food insecurity continues to rise across York Region, the King Township Food Bank is calling on residents to come together for its Spring Food ...

Local comedian turns tragedy into humour

Live can be funny. It can also be quite tragic. Combine the two and you have a pretty good jumping off point for humorous storytelling. Brent Bowlin of King City is sharing his personal experiences in a positive way. His journey is like many others – he deals with grief by taking viewer on a comedic adventure.

Gary Vogan retires after 20 years with the King Township Food Bank

After two decades of steadfast dedication as Director of Operations for the King Township Food Bank, Gary Vogan is stepping down from his volunteer role, ...

King Township encourages residents to attend Nobleton Victoria Day fireworks for a safe celebration

As the Victoria Day weekend approaches, the Township of King encourages residents to enjoy the spectacular Nobleton Victoria Day fireworks instead of setting off their ...

King Township promotes tree planting and recycling initiatives to combat climate change

Let’s protect our planet by keeping recyclables out of landfills and planting trees to create a greener future! That’s the message King Township is sending in advance of upcoming community tree planting events and several recycling initiatives.

Residents help shape community vision at master plans public open house

King Township residents came together April 15, for a Public Open House that encouraged community input on updated master plans for the Township’s facilities, parks, trails, and transportation. The event, held at the Zancor Centre in King City, drew hundreds of engaged residents, eager to contribute to the future of their community. The open house was designed as a drop-in format, allowing residents to arrive at their convenience, view draft proposals, ask questions, and provide feedback. Township staff, consultants, and representatives from York Region were available to discuss the key elements of each plan, gather input, and explain how public suggestions could shape future improvements.

Home improvement experts shine in ‘Renovation Resort’

Home improvement reality shows have viewers glued to their screens in record numbers. As people decide to stay put and improve their biggest investment, TV shows help inspire creativity. Season 2 of the Corus original Renovation Resort is showcasing some amazing talent. It airs on the Home Network. Led by hosts Scott McGillivray, and Bryan Baeumler, teams are tackling ambitious projects, transforming a waterfront property into a stunning, four-season vacation retreat.

Historic investment will extend McMichael’s lifetime for decades to come

The Ontario government is investing up to $50 million over three years to update and expand the McMichael Canadian Art Collection (McMichael) facility and grounds ...

From Ice Age to present day: A journey through the history of King Township

Three years ago, at the outset of the King Township Historical Society’s 50th anniversary year, local author and King resident Ann Love and King’s retired deputy chief librarian Sharon Bentley, took on the monumental task of writing “The History of King Township: A Community Shaped by the Land.”

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U9 NobleKing Knights complete perfect season with championship win

The U9 Nobleking Knights capped off a dream season with a commanding three-game sweep of the Innisfil Winterhawks (Team 3) to win the Simcoe Region ...

Rebellion U9 captures York-Simcoe title

For the 2024/2025 season the U9MD King Rebellion went undefeated during the regular season and playoffs, with the lowest GAA average in all of York Simcoe Minor Hockey League. They took to the ice on April 5 at the new Zancor Centre for their Championship game against the Barrie Colts White. With a packed house of fans cheering them on, they were victorious, winning the game 6-3 for the first-ever York-Simcoe U9MD Tier 1 Championship for the King Rebellion.

U15 Nobleking Knights go from worst in 2024 to first in 2025 to win the Simcoe Region Local League Title

The U15 Nobleking Knights captured the Simcoe Region Local League Championship with a 7-0 shellacking of the Lefroy Ice Breakers at the Nobleton Community Centre last Sunday. Winning the championship with seven consecutive playoff wins completed a remarkable metamorphosis by the hockey club.

Collingwood follows its season-long winning recipe to eliminate King from OJHL playoffs in five games

After dropping Game 1 on home ice to the upstart seventh-seed Rebellion, the Collingwood Blues swept the next four OJHL West quarterfinal contests by deploying a winning recipe that has served the reigning Canadian Junior Champions all season.

King Rebellion upsets national champion Blues 4-3 in Collingwood to take Game 1 of OJHL Quarterfinals

The King Junior A Rebellion drove north to snowy Collingwood on Friday night and upset the second-seeded Blues 4-3 to take a 1-0 lead in their best-of-seven OJHL West quarterfinal series. The seventh-seeded Rebellion – in front of 761 raucous fans at Eddie Bush Arena – also ended Collingwood’s league-best 14-game unbeaten streak. The Blues’ last loss was January 18 when they dropped a 4-1 decision to the first-place Flyers in Leamington.

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.

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 ...

Nobleton player crowned World Junior champ

As Dylan Guenther slotted home the game-winning goal in overtime against the Czech Republic last week, it wasn’t solely a victory for Team Canada but it was also a big victory for Nobleton and King Township.

Schomberg native took the road less travelled and now he’s finding success at SPIRE

Schomberg native Riley Melvin understands what it’s like to not be gifted with a talent, but to achieve it through belief and effort. In an exclusive interview with the King Weekly Sentinel, the 18-year-old joked that he had zero athletic ability growing up.

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 ...

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Oscar nominees will benefit from better sleep, thanks to Canadian company

For the second consecutive year, Helight Sleep was chosen to be part of the prestigious gift bag given to the nominees at the Oscars ceremony. Inspired by NASA research on the circadian rhythm, this patented sleep aid device uses red light. Initially controversial in Quebec, Helight Sleep is now establishing itself as a pioneer and a must-see tool.

Quesada’s Drunken Chicken is bold, smoky, and cooked with tequila

If you’re looking for authentic Mexican taste sensations, you have to check out Quesada. The Canadian chain relaunched its “Drunken Chicken,” a favourite that delivers a bold new twist to all Quesada classics. The flame-grilled chicken cooked with tequila is available in burritos, bowls, tacos, quesadillas and nachos at all participating Quesada locations until April 8.

Pizza Nova rolls out new meatball pizza for ‘National Meatball Day’

Pizza Nova unveiled its latest Signature Pizza – the Meatball Pizza. For many lovers of Italian food, this is a gift from heaven. Crafted with high-quality ingredients and bold flavours, this new pizza brings the comfort of a classic Italian dish to Pizza Nova’s signature handcrafted pizzas. This is a work of art, and tastes as good as it looks.

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.

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.

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.

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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