June 2023 Archive

Resident presents radio with a ‘side of hot sauce’

A King resident’s love of jazz has propelled him into the spotlight, meeting and interviewing some of the top names in the industry. Snowball’s Ronnie Littlejohn hosts The Gumbo Kitchen Friday nights from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. on JAZZ.FM91 or online at jazz.fm

Unclench and enjoy the simple pleasures

Imagine this: a man and his dog, sitting on a sidewalk bench on a pleasant Saturday afternoon. The little pup, whose adventures in the real world are limited, stayed close by the man’s side, watching as each car and person passed by. It was a lot for the little one to take in.

Pressures pushing up King’s 2024 budget

As King prepares for its 2024 budget deliberations, staff are warning councilors that next year’s increase cold be in the 4% to 5% range. However, that’s just an estimate at this point, and staff have been directed to prepare options for council’s consideration to “reduce and offset” the 2024 tax increase through service level adjustments.

NIXY gear has you covered for the outdoors

You want to spend more time exploring, and less time preparing for the great outdoors. That’s the mantra behind NIXY, a U.S.-based family owned business founded by paddleboarders. While NIXY began as one of the most popular makers of ISUPs – standup paddle boards – they want you covered, literally from head to toe.

Deliberate fire costs taxpayers thousands

A deliberately set fire in one of the washrooms at Memorial Park will cost the Township thousands in tax dollars. On June 2 around 5 p.m., a fire was deliberately set in one of the washrooms at Memorial Park in King City. This placed this washroom out of service until further notice. Damage is pegged between $5,000 and $10,000.

King’s roads need attention, report reveals

While King Township has worked hard maintaining its huge road network, some local roads are in desperate need of attention. Staff presented its 10-Year Paving Strategy recently, noting much more funding is needed to address the shortfalls.

The inhospitable land of spoiled milk and tainted honey

Most of us are products (offspring) of immigrants to this great country of ours. As home-grown Canadians, we have never known anything else but the bounty this land has given us. For those who are multi-generational, their ancestors likely toiled the land, built lives and families here in Ontario.

It’s time to head outdoors with SunnyFeel products

A record number of Canadians will head outdoors this summer for adventure. Our connection with Nature has suffered in recent years, and now more than ever, people want to embrace it again. SunnyFeel, a producer of essential outdoor goods, is dedicated to encouraging healthy and active lifestyle with high-quality products.

McDonald’s offering refreshed flavours with McWraps

Variety is the spice of life, literally. Especially when referring to the new flavours of McWraps, by McDonald’s. Now available in Zesty Lime, Sweet Chili and Chicken & Bacon, these are sure to please any tastebud. The refreshed McWrap® and Chicken Snack Wrap® lineup, featuring “craveable” flavours and made with quality fresh ingredients are a welcome addition to the fast food market.

Caledon farm marks 5th anniversary

The sunflowers continue to bloom at a Caledon landmark. Campbell’s Cross Farm marks its 5th anniversary this year, attracting visitors from far and wide to one of the largest sunflower farms in the GTA. Run by the husband and wife team of Mike and Josie Gallo, Campbell’s Cross Farm has exploded into a must-see destination. It has become a renowned location for day trippers and those celebrating important milestones.

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