May 2025 Archive

Humans and bananas, a few chromosomes apart!

We like to think we’re one of a kind, unique creatures. We are different, but we do share similarities with our counterparts, from all walks of life around the globe. Not only do we share human traits, our internal makeup is alost identical to a host of other biological, living things on Earth.

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 invites community feedback on shaping the future of digital services

In May 2024, King Township published our Digital Transformation Framework (DTF), aimed at leveraging technology, data and innovation to elevate Township services, engage the community ...

‘Brotherhood’ is a mighty powerful thing

I never had a brother and often wonder what that would have been like. My older sister and I were almost eight years apart so for most of my childhood, we weren’t close. And, in those days, having your little brother tag along just wasn’t cool.

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 ...

Police looking for witnesses in fatal motorcycle collision

Investigators with the York Regional Police Major Collision Investigation Unit are appealing for witnesses after a fatal motor vehicle collision involving a motorcycle in the ...

Looking back we enjoyed the best decades ever

Growing up today is much different than a generation ago. We not only “survived” our childhoods, fraught with danger and stupidity – but thrived. For me, a late “Boomer,” there are fewer days ahead than behind. Instead of regrets of what may be and a somewhat curtailed life, there’s been a lot of “what was” back in the day. And boy were those days fun!

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 ...

Local achievements noted at Chamber lunch

Accomplishments in King Township last year – almost too numerous to list – reverberated throughout the room at last week’s Mayor’s Lunch, hosted by the King Chamber of Commerce. The crowd of local business representatives gathered to celebrate during the annual event. They were recognized by special guests and Chamber board members.

Let’s not grow old but continue to ripen!

This isn’t the world I grew up in, and it’s not exactly the same place as the one I raised my children in. The pendulum – the constant movement of time – never stops to wait for us. We are often left, stranded on the platform, waiting for the next train. And yet, the extraordinary experiences we amass as we age give us real clarity of the past, present and future. We become almost sage-like if you will. At least that’s what I tell my family members. And then the obvious similarities with Yoda pop up!

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