August 2015 Archive

The Barber Shop in Schomberg keeps the tradition alive

There’s a certain charm surrounding the traditional men’s barber shop. It’s a place where men gather, talk shop – a man cave with a purpose.

Alliance says GTA West corridor not in public’s best interest

Ontario’s leading environmental groups believe the planned GTA West Corridor is not in the public’s best interest. In fact, they see no real need for it at all.

Couples Hair Design giving away back-to-school haircuts

A local hair salon is giving back in a big way. Couples Hair Design & Aesthetics in Nobleton is giving back to the community that has supported them throughout their many years of business.

Insect consumption may be the answer

I don’t know if the world was ever designed to house and feed more than 7 or 8 billion souls. There are those who are already ringing the alarm bells, saying we need to re-examine our food sources and agricultural production methods, to ensure long-term sustainability.

Canadian baseball hero has roots in King

It was a moment every “boy of summer” dreams about. Down two runs and down to its final two outs in the 10th inning, the Canadian Pan Am baseball team was in danger of failing to defend their gold medal to the rival United States team. With runners on first and second, a single by Peter Orr, hailing from Newmarket, brought the Canadian team within one.

Dog Tales sanctuary holds its first two-day festival

The public is invited to get a glimpse into King’s leading animal sanctuary this weekend. Enjoy the first Dog Tales Festival, which will become an annual event. Its goal is to raise awareness for the shelter, and for the dire situation of abused animals in general.

Sanctuary rescues more horses

A King animal sanctuary rallied the troops once more, saving some magnificent horses from the worst fate of all. Dog Tales staff visited an auction last week, purchasing the animals that were slated to be sold as meat.

Hindle working to ensure Canadian film industry has staying power

Countless souls are beating the drums, working behind the scenes to ensure that Canada’s film and TV industry has staying power. One such cheerleader is veteran actor and King resident Art Hindle. If you’re involved in the entertainment biz, Hindle and his colleagues have your back.

Nobleton park construction now under way

Nobleton’s newest park is taking shape. Preliminary grading is taking place on the site.

CCKT endorses OGA position on planned corridor

July 31 marked the deadline by the GTA West Project Team, part of a private consultancy group hired by the Provincial Government called “URS Canada Inc.” to receive public input on the current phase of their environmental assessment for a proposed new 400-series highway route.

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