New tribunal to replace OMB a step in the right direction

December 20, 2017 · 0 Comments

The provincial government’s passing of new legislation that will revamp the Ontario Municipal Board (OMB), and give municipalities a stronger voice in planning, is a step in the right direction. The Building Better Communities and Conserving Watersheds Act, 2017 will replace the Ontario Municipal Board with the Local Planning Appeal Tribunal, and help ensure that proceedings before the tribunal are faster, fairer and more affordable.

King Rebellion at Lake Placid tourney

The King Rebellion peewee A team traveled to Lake Placid to participate in their first U.S. tournament recently. The boys were proud to represent ...

John Ciarallo honoured through ‘Portraits of Giving’

The efforts of a very special King resident and entrepreneur is being showcased through the annual Portraits of Giving. The display, currently at the King Heritage and Cultural Centre, includes John Ciarallo, community cornerstone and owner of John’s No Frills in Nobleton.

Allstone installs massive rock art pieces in Scarborough park

The handiwork of Schomberg’s Allstone Quarry Products is now proudly displayed at a Scarborough park. Allstone’s Joe Melo and his crew placed several massive granite pieces at Knob Hill Park, wrapping up the work Nov. 30.

Residents provide input into gas bar and car wash proposal in King City

Residents provided a host of ideas for a proposed commercial development in King City. The community is engaged in the repurposing of a gas bar at King and Dufferin. Hopes are this site will get extra attention as a “gateway” to the village.

Body found in King Township

York Regional Police Homicide Unit is investigating and seeking witnesses after a body was found in the Township of King. On Friday, Dec. 8, at ...

King native provides naturopathic health care

Naturopathic medicine is no longer on the fringe, and has become a complementary adjunct to patient-centred care. Naturopathic doctors are key in helping our bodies help themselves, and are now a vital part of our current health care options.

Resident fights depression by assuming advocacy role

Charlotte Livingston is on a mission and this “rebel” has a new cause, one that can impact many people from all walks of life. Charlotte and her husband George planning to presenting an improved compact version of a proven medical treatment.

Sun, surf and slapshots for the King Rebellion bantam A champs

Holy mackinaw! It was sun, surf and slap-shots as the King Rebellion Bantam “A” team voyaged to Fort Lauderdale for a long weekend of hard-hitting hockey action in the Florida Panthers Thanksgiving Tournament.

Development should reflect character of Hambly House

Continuing the heritage look in Nobleton is important to residents. Preserving and enhancing the iconic Hambly House, and carrying the theme through to new developments, are paramount. Residents voiced their opinions recently, on preliminary plans for a residential development adjacent to the historic house.

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