January 2023 Archive

Rebellion U14 win championship

The week before Christmas, most of us were busy getting the last few things done before the holidays. That wasn’t the case for the King ...

Nobleton player crowned World Junior champ

As Dylan Guenther slotted home the game-winning goal in overtime against the Czech Republic last week, it wasn’t solely a victory for Team Canada but it was also a big victory for Nobleton and King Township.

Water, sewer charges increase in 2023

The cost of municipal water and sewer services are going up again in King this year. Council approved the new higher rates, with a 3.41% hike in the variable rate, but no increase for the fixed component. Therefore, the blended rate will work out to 2.42% or $40.50 for the average user per year.

Too small to make a difference? Think again

We are inconsequential specs; tiny dots in the grand scheme of things. But there’s that saying, if you think you’re too small to make a difference, just think of a mosquito flying around your bedroom at night. Aside from all the quaint sayings, quotes and memes, our existence is truly remarkable.

Contemplating the ‘little things’ in 2023

For some of us, the holidays and bit of a break were a time of reflection. I think it’s valuable to take time, every so often, to pause, think, look back, look ahead, look inside. We should continually ask, discuss, debate and chat. We spend so much time in our own heads, it’s important to “get out” once in a while, interact, and learn from others. And then, sometimes it’s better to just remain silent and smile.

CDS student committed to play D1 hockey in Providence

In her youth, Hannah Clarke was always an arbiter for competition. She was never one to back down from a challenge and even if that meant going up against her brother Caleb and his friends.

Council concerned about changes to conservation authorities

There’s no question the Province’s Bill 23 will have major impacts on municipalities. King has joined other municipalities in making their concerns known to the government, meeting the end-of-year deadline. The Bill, aimed at increasing the supply of housing in Ontario, may not achieve the intended outcomes, King staff point out. Rather, green lighting projects doesn’t equate to “shovels in the ground.”

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