November 2022 Archive

Plan for large residential development in Nobleton

A plan for more than 400 homes plus commercial uses in Nobleton was unveiled Monday during King’s virtual council meeting. But it will be many years down the road. The owners of the Boynton lands made the application for the 57.2 acres on the east side of Highway 27 just south of the village core.

Holiday Favourites

Nothing picks up our moods like colourful lights. Vibrant lighting makes our homes more inviting, warm and comfortable. It can also add excitement to a bland gaming or entertainment room. Leading lighting maker Govee answers the call with some amazing products.

Favourite Holiday Picks

Getting the most out of your home decor items just sweetens the pot. Design firm Koble offers an array of “smart” furniture and lighting. You have to include their Ava X on your holiday shopping list.

Government launches legal proceedings in light of job action

Immediately following proclamation of the Keeping Students in Class Act, the Province filed a submission to the Ontario Labour Relations Board in response to CUPE’s ...

Holiday Favourite Picks

The need for “more power” never wanes, and in fact, revs up during the holidays. Appliances, power tools and “man cave” essentials are great gift ideas.

Holiday Favourite Picks!

When you’re looking for just one great cup of coffee, Cuisinart’s Grind & Brew Single-Serve Coffeemaker fits the bill.

Sip & Savour hybrid extends reach to great success

After two dubious years of any group gatherings, the King Township Food Bank was pleased to host this year’s Sip & Savour fundraiser as a hybrid edition. Themed La Ville Lumière, the 9th annual Sip & Savour featured the sights, sounds and tastes of Paris in two ways – an in-person gathering at WaterStone Estate & Farms or a home-delivered takeout option with a webcast presentation – enjoyed by over 130 and 60 ticket holders respectively.

‘Bold’ action by Province to build more homes receives strong reaction

The Province is tackling the housing shortage with “bold” action to build more homes. But opponents say it will impede local land use planning, and adversely affect our green spaces. The Ontario government, last week, introduced the More Homes Built Faster Act, which addresses the housing crisis by building 1.5 million homes over the next 10 years.

Splurging means getting ‘fries with that’

With a few “extra” bucks in my pocket, I decided to splurge, run some errands and get the family some take-out one recent Friday afternoon. “Splurge?” My first stop was the LCBO for some overdue “tonic.” My poison of choice went up $2 since I last purchased it. Next stop, grabbing a couple of long “underwater” sandwiches. My pocket became $22 lighter.

Ontario introduces the Keeping Students in Class Act

Talks between the Province and CUPE stalled Thursday, setting the stage for a planned strike on Friday. The government tables the Keeping Students in Class ...

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