March 2021 Archive
Stigma, access plague mental health sufferers
Our bodies may be our temples, but our minds are our palaces. Our human CPU holds everything that we are, our very essence if you will. Not only does our brain control every bodily function, but it lets us imagine, live life and yes, escape.
Air fryers have become a must-own appliance
KWS Staff – Air fryers have been soaring in popularity. People like them because they’re convenient, easy to use and provide a healthier cooking method. We found one that checks all the boxes. Uber Appliance was crafted in 2015 out of a passion for bringing functional yet retro sleek kitchen appliances for the modern home.
King couple pens book on infertility
A King City couple wants to help spread awareness about infertility to youngsters. Stephanie and Vince Macri are promoting their book, “Auston the Magical Egg,” in time for Canadian Infertility Awareness Week (April 18-24). Stephanie pointed out that 1 in 6 Canadian couples face troubles to conceive children. It is more common now than ever before that children are being conceived through assisted reproductive measures, such as in vitro fertilization (IVF).
Patios returning to King this spring, summer
Patio dining will return to villages across King this season. Councillors voted to continue the private and public land patio programs through 2021, in keeping with provincial, York and municipal COVID guidelines. The program was established last year in response to provisions set out by the provincial Alcohol and Gaming Commission, to support restaurants and food establishments during COVID-19.
York Region opens 19,000 new COVID-19 vaccine appointments
The Regional Municipality of York has opened a supply of 19,000 appointments for COVID-19 vaccination.Thos given priority include residents who are 80 years of age ...
Venturing down many rabbit holes
For decades, humans have been aware of the existence of black holes in the universe. These all-consuming regions pull in everything in their path and the gravity is so strong not even light can escape it. Black holes often occur when suns die. There’s nothing like it on earth, and fortunately not one within earshot in our solar system.
New electric vehicle chargers coming to King
King Township will be getting a boost from the federal government, to install electric vehicle chargers across the municipality. Along with funding from the municipality, this will allow for the installation of between 10 and 12 electric vehicle charging stations, amounting to over 20 charging connectors.
Studio Tour King 2021 goes virtual
Visiting the country is a wonderful way to spend a weekend. It offers the opportunity to explore quaint villages and the studios of the local artists and artisans whose artwork often reflects the landscape around them. In King Township, each spring brings the Studio Tour King, typically held at the end of April. Unfortunately due to the pandemic and public health restrictions, the studio tour cannot be in person but will be held virtually.
Groups say Bill 257 allows MZOs
A provincial act supporting broadband across Ontario contains a potentially destructive policy. Environmental Defence, Ontario Nature and Ecojustice say Bill 257 exempts Ministeral Zoning Orders (MZOs) from planning laws and policy. This new law, they stress, would allow environmentally destructive projects to go forward even if they contravene basic planning rules.
Vaccinations in York continue at fast pace
York Region opened a limited supply of appointments Monday to vaccinate those residents 80 and older. Monday marked the first week of vaccinations. Public Health opened up 3,000 appointments for residents, who can access them by visiting york.ca/covid19Vaccine
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