March 2022 Archive

Compact marvel sanitizes the air, surfaces

Technology comes in many forms. Thanks to HypoAir, their NASA-inspired tech takes indoor sanitization to new levels. Their Air Angel fits in the palm of your hand and is an advanced air purifier and surface sanitizer that you can take anywhere.

Revised plan offers little improvement, residents say

Revisions to a multi-storey development in King City prompted Township staff and members of the public to weigh in on the matter. While the proponents made alterations, opposition to the large-scale building has mounted, with some calling it a “monstrosity.”

Local artist’s work showcased in OFL March 8 Project

A King artist’s work is highlighting female empowerment stories. Schomberg’s Giovannina Colalillo has applied her talents to promotional art for the Ontario Federation of Labour once again. The OFL’s March 8 Project has been supporting women’s organizations across Ontario as they rise, resist, and organize for equality across our province.

Karl Subban speaks with children at Schomberg Public School for Black History Month

Retired teacher, principal, and father of three NHL players, Karl Subban spoke to children at Schomberg Public School last Friday. Students from kindergarten all the way to Grade 6 attended the virtual presentation. Teacher Jennifer Watt, reached out to Subban, to educate her students on Black Heritage Month as well as wellness and well-being.

Student-led ‘Bags of Promise’ a lifesaver for homeless youth

Trust students to know the value of a good backpack. Schomberg’s Celina Lovisotto, a student at Queen’s University, and partner Brooke Baker, a student at the Royal Military College of Canada, are the founders of Bags of Promise, an organization that supplies at-risk youth aged 13 to 24 with reusable backpacks full of essential resources and supplies.

Newly released videos take you on a journey to discover the Oak Ridges Moraine

STORM (Save the Oak Ridges Moraine) Coalition released two videos in a 12-part series on the Oak Ridges Moraine.Each video segment is a visual feast ...

Quanta Vici delivers world’s best heated wearables

The cold is no longer a hurdle for outdoor enthusiasts and pain sufferers. Thanks to the efforts of Canadian company Quanta Vici, their high-end heated wearables make any outdoor task more enjoyable, and fashionable.

Rich rise while rest of humanity stumbles

Poverty is an anomaly to the rich. And it’s odd that God gave the poor a rich heart, and some of the rich, a poor one. A new survey indicates that one new billionaire is “minted” every 26 hours and inequality contributes to the death of one person every four seconds.

Municipal services opening up

With the easing of public health measures, King Township is opening up its facilities. CAO Dan Kostopoulos told councillors that masks remain, but capacity limits were lifted at Township facilities March 1. King staff can now start planning for future events, both indoors and outdoors.

Cober not seeking re-election

Long-serving councillor Bill Cober will not seek re-election in this year’s municipal vote.Cober said it’s with mixed emotions that he decided not to seek another ...

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