Funding supports crops research centre

July 7, 2021 · 0 Comments

Both the federal and provincial governments are supporting innovation in agri-food, by boosting the efforts of a King-based research facility. The governments are pitching in $150,000 to help drive new research at the Ontario Crops Research Centre. Details of the plan were delivered by Caroline Mulroney, MPP for York-Simcoe, and Ontario’s Minister for Transportation and for Francophone Affairs, and Helena Jaczek, Member of Parliament for Markham-Stouffville.

Bylaw enacted for large-scale events

Some new rules are coming into effect for large gatherings on private property in King. Council approved staff recommendations for a bylaw to regulae large-scale events. Special events on private property involve consultation with York Regional Police and emergency services, to ensure safety, traffic control, etc. The bylaw also contains stronger enforcement tools, including fines.

King urges conservation to lower water bills

In order to reduce pressure on water bills, King Township is encouraging home and business owners to practice water conservation.Warm temperatures, coupled with a lack ...

Ontario Moving to Step Two of Roadmap to Reopen on June 30

With key public health and health care indicators continuing to improve, the province-wide vaccination rate now surpassing the targets outlined in the province’s Roadmap to ...

Councillors adamant about zero increase in future budget

King Township councillors sent a clear message to staff that the next budget will have a zero net increase for local taxpayers. In developing the budget cycle for the 2022 operating budget, council directed Treasurer Peggy Tollett to not only aim for, but achieve, a 0% tax levy.

Upgrades coming to King City trail

The trail in King City connecting the GO station will get some upgrades, thanks to investments by both the federal and provincial governments. Governments are looking at active transportation methods that help Canadians get around in faster, cleaner and more affordable ways. Pathways and trails for cycling, walking, hybrid e-bikes and scooters, and wheelchairs gives everyone the opportunity to get out, get active, and access public transportation.

Espresso done right in your own kitchen

Turning your kitchen into an espresso bar is now a reality. You can make a cafe-quality espresso right in your own home. Renowned company illy has proven it with its lineup of coffee-makers, including the innovative X7.1 iperEspresso Machine. The company’s entire selection of marvellous machines combine an understated elegance with retro excitement. It’s eye-catching to say the least. The X7.1 looks like something you’d find in a 1960s malt shop. The iconic Italian design is married to a modern, almost space-age face.

PS752 investigator engineers world’s most lethal bullet

Innovations in design are coming faster than the proverbial speeding bullet, thanks to the efforts of a team of ballistics experts. Led by Schomberg’s Andre Milne, of Unicorn Aerospace, field testing continued on a state-of-the art bullets. They say there’s no “magic bullet,” but Milne and his team have proven otherwise. What started as discussions with an Israeli General on the legendary German 88 Millimeter Artillery shell from WW 2 and the now world famous Iron Dome Anti Missile System led to Schomberg’s PS752 investigator engineering two completely new bullets that are generations ahead of any type of ballistic munitions now being used by any military on the planet.

Main Street patio season begins in Schomberg

King joined the rest of Ontario in getting back to normal last Friday, with the easing of restrictions.Ontario moved into step one of its Roadmap ...

Township eager to get shovels in the ground for new Rec Centre

The recent government funding for King’s new recreation complex has accelerated the project, to the point where local politicians are anxious to get the shovels in the ground. An update on the project was provided by Chris Fasciano, King’s director of community services. Fasciano noted he’s received many inquiries from the public, following the historic contribution and funding announcement.

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