June 2024 Archive
We could use some personal self-healing
Let’s face it, humans are frail creatures who suffer countless emotional and physical wounds in our lifetime. While these scars may not be our fault, our healing rests with us. Byron Katie once noted that a clear mind “heals everything that needs to be healed.” And the late, great Leonard Cohen said everything has a crack – “that’s how the light gets in.”
Township begins work on 2025 budget
King councillors want to keep next year’s budget affordable. While very early in the 2025 budget process, staff had asked for an increase of between 4 and 5%, but councillors rejected that. Council conveyed a clear message to staff that the projected increase of 4.8 per cent was too much to ask from residents, who are experiencing tax fatigue.
Seeking contentment and inner peace
I agree that we are all on a journey to mastering our inner peace. Unfortunately, I think the majority never find it. Some get fleeting, glorious moments of inner peace and then reality sinks in and you’re just a human being trying to make it through the day. According to one of my favourite sources – The Dalai Lama – true peace begins within oneself.
King Township Food Bank announces Spring Food Drive
In conjunction with other local community food banks in York Region, the King Township Food Bank proudly announces its Spring Food Drive, running from June ...
Craftsman pressure washer delivers the muscle
Sprucing up the exterior of our homes can be a daunting task. According to a Stanley Black & Decker survey, 71% of homeowners say they enjoy the time they spend caring for their yard. And sometimes we need all the help we can get. Cleaning everything from patio stones to second-storey windows is made easy, thanks to Craftsman’s electric brushless cold water pressure washer.
King Township offering five cooling centres during extreme heat event
With the arrival of an extended Heat Warning, King Township is offering five cooling centres for residents to beat the heat.Environment and Climate Change Canada ...
Missing my dad on Father’s Day
Boy, has a lot happened since you departed in 1998. Twenty-six years, 9,490 days. Untold events and memories.
King Theatre Company aims to provide high quality programs
A new group will raise the bar of community theatre in King and beyond. King City resident Chloë Rose Flowers founded the King Theatre Company, a brand new professional theatre company located in the heart of King Township. The not-for-profit organization is dedicated to enriching the lives of King Township and GTA residents through high-quality, professional theatre, entertainment, and educational programming.
Lecce becomes new Energy minister
King-Vaughan MP Stephen Lecce is the new Minister of Energy and Electrification. His cabinet post has been swapped with Todd Smith, who now becomes Education Minister. Lecce has served as Education Minister since 2019. Premier Doug Ford unveiled his renewed team last week that “will keep rebuilding Ontario’s economy and deliver on the government’s core commitments, including building Highway 413 and the Bradford Bypass, keeping costs down by fighting the carbon tax and training more people for rewarding careers in the skilled trades.
King Township to Host Public Information Centre on June 11 for Kettleby Road reconstruction project
King Township is inviting residents to attend a Public Information Centre for the Kettleby Road reconstruction project. This event will provide an opportunity for community ...
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