June 2017 Archive

Will self-driving cars save us all?

If you look really closely at our habits in the “first world,” you’ll undoubtedly uncover some nasty bits, sort of like the mucky stuff under rocks that bugs like so much. We are the authors of our own story. And the current edition of humankind contains all the aspects of a great story – greed, hubris, irony, grief, sadness, regret ....

Keep King blooming!

It’s June. Not long ago on the northwest corner of the King Road and Keele Street, a cheerful country garden of perennials welcomed one to ...

Nobleton Public School junior boys win championships

The Nobleton Public School Junior Boys’ basketball team had a very successful season, culminating in two championship titles. They began their season in April and ...

Jessop’s Auto Repairs closes its doors

Sadly, another little piece of Schomberg’s history and heritage has been chipped away. Jessop’s Auto Repairs Ltd, closed its doors on May 31. That closure ends a family tradition of 63 years serving the community of Schomberg and the surrounding area.

Retooled OPA for MOVE adopted by council

A local developer had King Township staff and politicians jumping through hoops regarding an Official Plan amendment that affects its new municipal site. The Township’s zoning bylaw amendment (2016-18) was recently appealed by the Milani Group to the Ontario Municipal Board.

Township prepares for Laskay Hall relocation

It’s been an emotional journey, but King Township is preparing to relocate the historic Laskay Hall. Councillors approved staff recommendations for the move, which include declaring the current site as surplus land and preparing it for sale.

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