June 2021 Archive

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.

Searching for what’s right in front of us

I’ve become a bit more pensive in recent weeks. On a drive to work, I stopped at a light and just starred into the distance. The wind blew gently, the trees swayed and grass danced. It’s a common thing, a little thing. But a miracle of sorts. I soaked up all I could in the minute or so I had available.

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 ...

Mesay brings the world closer together

The past year has taught all of humankind an important lesson – we are all in this together. Connecting people and helping to eliminate communication barriers is the idea behind Mesay 3 Technology’s AI Translator.

Drastic changes in our vehicles

Innovative, luxurious, curated interiors. Automated everything, sensors that sense, well everything. There’s no precise definition of “luxury car” and it all depends on personal taste. Some say it’s an “indulgence that provides pleasure, satisfaction or ease.”

Petition presented to review victims’ rights

Led by Jennifer Neville-Lake, a petition containing thousands of signatures has been submitted to the federal government to review victims’ rights. MP for Humber River-Black Creek Judy Sgro presented the petition virtually last week. The petition (e-3319) began in April, and contained more than 4,000 signatures.

Kingbridge Innovation Hub Welcomes 80,000 honey bees

The newly announced Kingbridge Innovation Hub is losing no time in getting demonstration projects up and running, sparking interesting discussions and discovery about the natural environment along the way. Several weeks ago, 1,500 white cedar trees, were planted on the property, as part of a tree nursery for native trees and species at risk. Another 9,000 trees of different varieties have been planted in a holding area and will be moved later this year. Now, the trees have been joined by bees.

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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