January 2025 Archive

Every day is a challenge for many

For those who are suffering – from any kind of illness – every day is a challenge. It takes every ounce of strength just to get out of bed, go through the motions, only to sink back into your pillow at night with a sense of indifference, even dread. We put on a brave face – for our friends and loved ones. When asked how we are doing, we mutter something like “okay.”

Courtney Allen named new Fire Chief for King Township

Following a competitive recruitment process, King Township is pleased to announce that Courtney Allen has been named the new Fire Chief of King Fire and ...

Hundreds attend ribbon-cutting ceremony at Zancor Centre

Hundreds of residents, visitors, and dignitaries attended the ribbon-cutting ceremony in the Municipal Maintenance Athletic Centre at the Zancor Centre on Sunday morning. The grand entrance of Premier Doug Ford, MPP Stephen Lecce, and Mayor Steve Pellegrini through the north doors caused a stir among those assembled for the 9 a.m. event. Premier Ford, Minister Lecce, and Mayor Pellegrini traversed the length of the artificial turf field along the synthetic track. The gregarious trio mingled freely with hundreds of folks assembled on the tarped multipurpose sports court prior to the ceremony.

Extra set of eyes provides peace of mind

We all want to feel safe and secure in our own homes. With break-ins and home invasions on the rise across the GTA, homeowners need to stay one step ahead of the would-be criminals.

Trust and respect keys to successful dog training

Our canine family members love us unconditionally. We want them to “behave,” and act, well, like a family member. That takes training, practice and some key fundamental behavioural tweaks.

Courage, fortitude needed to face the year ahead

Jan. 1 was like any other Wednesday, other than it was a day off. It was a day to reflect, ponder and look ahead, because looking back was no longer an option. Like a “bridge over troubled water,” I had been weary, feeling small, with tears in my eyes. There were multiple times in the past year when I simply had “to lay me down.”

Police looking for suspects in Nobleton home invasion

Investigators with the York Regional Police #1 District Criminal Investigations Bureau are seeking at least three suspects after an armed home invasion resulted in an ...

MPP Lecce represents Ontario at inauguration

Stephen Lecce, MPP for King—Vaughan, was joined by Minister Vic Fedeli to represent the province of Ontario at the inauguration of President Donald J. Trump. MPP Lecce was proud to meet with elected officials, business leaders, and industry associations to advance Ontario’s Fortress Am-Can strategy, which focuses on strengthening cross-border supply chains, promoting energy independence, and driving economic growth through collaboration on clean energy and critical industries.

Humour makes my world go ‘round

While I’m nowhere near the comedic talent of one of the most talented men on the planet, I am a funny guy. That’s funny haha not funny strange. Okay … Jorge Garcia once said that mixing humour and harsh reality is a very human behaviour – “it’s the way people stay sane in their daily lives.”

Humour makes my world go ‘round

While I’m nowhere near the comedic talent of one of the most talented men on the planet, I am a funny guy. That’s funny haha not funny strange. Okay … Jorge Garcia once said that mixing humour and harsh reality is a very human behaviour – “it’s the way people stay sane in their daily lives.”

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