February 2024 Archive
We need to be leery of human stupidity
“Never underestimate the power of stupidity,” Robert Heinlein once warned. Martin Luther King, Jr. contended that “nothing in the all the world is more dangerous than sincere ignorance and conscientious stupidity.” And the late, great Stephen Hawking said we are destroying ourselves by our greed and stupidity.
Council decides to keep Nobleton Hall
The Nobleton Community Hall will remain as is. King council listened to the public, and backed off moving or demolishing the structure. In the face of numerous public delegations and an estimated two-hour debate, Mayor Steve Pellegrini told the audience in the council chambers of the move. Councillor David Boyd drafted a motion for council to withdraw its intention to repeal the designation bylaw. The move negated both options recommended by staff.
MOE not investigating LTC
In the Feb. 22 issue of the King Weekly Sentinel, an article incorrectly stated that the Ontario Ministry of the Environment has launched an investigation into ...
Yeti drinkware really hits the spot
We’ve come to rely on our portable beverage containers, for both work and play. Iconic portable drinkware maker Yeti has upped the ante, and adds some new items to their lineup. Yeti recently expanded its barware line to include a cocktail shaker, beverage bucket and wine chiller, and launched new soft coolers before the holidays.
The ‘ugly’ surpassing the good and the bad
Borrowing on the theme from an iconic spaghetti western, our society has always had good, bad and well, ugly. Catchy theme songs aside, life is messy. And apparently, it’s getting worse.
Debut novel by King local ‘makes a splash in the thriller genre’
A King City resident is drawing on her experience as a first-time mom for her debut novel. Brianne Sommerville’s debut thriller “If I lose Her” is due out March 5. The novel will appeal to fans of domestic suspense novels as it explores a mother’s battle with postpartum depression, trust and the shadows lurking close to home.
We should all be very concerned
Is anyone overly concerned about the state of world affairs? I know the old saying – “you can lead a horse to water but you can’t make it drink” – but come on, folks! There are so many issues, concerns, and impactful events that our plates are overflowing. I realize it’s a lot to handle and take in, but we have to not only make sense of it all, but react accordingly.
Naming rights for new recreation centre on the table
King Township is looking at how to name the new Township Wide Recreation Centre. Staff noted the building is on track and nearing completion and they’re looking at putting a value on the naming rights.
King Rebellion U18BB triumphs with season tournament sweep
In a remarkable display of skill and determination, the King Rebellion U18BB hockey team secured a season tournament sweep by clinching victory in all three ...
King-Vaughan MPP Lecce announces $1.2M in provincial funding for King Township road projects
Member of Provincial Parliament for King-Vaughan Stephen Lecce brought good news to the Township of King last week, when he announced $1.2 million in funding for local road maintenance projects. The allocation of funds is part of the Ontario Community Infrastructure Fund which is dedicated to the renewal and rehabilitation of essential infrastructure. The Provincial Grant is earmarked for rural communities.
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