Lecce in Washington for inauguration
Stephen Lecce, MPP for King—Vaughan, was joined by Minister Vic Fedeli to represent Ontario at the inauguration of President Donald J. Trump. The photo is from the Canadian Embassy with Ontario’s Trade Ambassador David Paterson, with the U.S. Capitol Building behind.
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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.
Schomberg’s Don Dippo appointed to the Order of Canada for founding ‘Borderless Higher Education for Refugees’
Former Schomberg resident Don Dippo is enjoying retirement life in British Columbia where he has rejoined his children on the West Coast. “We moved out to Comox Valley two years ago. All four of our children had relocated to BC so the move made sense to us. It’s great to see our two grandchildren regularly, instead of on Zoom. We’ve seen more of them in two years than we saw in 10 years.”
Fire Chief Jim Wall retires, leaving a legacy behind in King
Jim Wall is a fighter. And he’s a champion in his own class. Most people know him as King’s Fire Chief and a veteran firefighter. But others see him as fighting for the community, on a daily basis.
Internet upgrades will connect homes in King Township
Stephen Lecce, MPP for King—Vaughan, was joined by Steven Del Duca, Mayor of Vaughan and Steve Pellegrini, Mayor of King to announce that YorkNet’s high-speed ...
King Road property receives 2024 King Heritage Award
A story of craftsmanship, community and timeless charm has earned 2145 King Road, King City the prestigious 2024 King Heritage Award.Members of the King Heritage ...
York Region approves 2025 $4.8 billion budget
York Regional Council unanimously approved a $4.8 billion 2025 Budget, the third year of the multi-year budget aligning with this term of council.The budget includes ...
King Township approves 2025 water and wastewater rates
The Township of King is committed to delivering safe drinking water and effective wastewater management while responsibly managing taxpayer funds.Council approved the 2025 water and ...
Residents getting money’s worth with King’s libraries
It’s sometimes difficult to put a dollar value on some intangible services provided by King Township. But a new tool, developed by Ontario Library Services, has done just that. And King residents are getting a bang for their buck with local services.
Man shot in Nobleton home invasion
York Regional Police are looking for two suspects, after a man was shot in Nobleton during an armed home invasion. Investigators with the York Regional Police Hold-Up Unit are seeking at least two suspects after an armed home invasion resulted in an adult male being shot in the Township of King.
Emmerson retires as York chair
Long-serving York politician Wayne Emmerson will retire as regional chair and CEO. Emmerson made the announcement at last week’s regional council meeting. He’s leaving effective Friday, Nov. 29. “This has been a very difficult and personal decision, but the right one and at the right time for myself and my family,” he said.
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Erik Powers’s 42-save performance leads King Junior A Rebellion to 5-0 Home Opener win over Aurora Tigers
Erik Powers’s first start of the OJHL season was an auspicious one. The King Rebellion goaltender, who hails from Edgewater, British Columbia, got the nod from Head Coach Mark Joslin to backstop his hockey club in a historical game for the transplanted Brantford 99ers franchise.
Junior A Hockey Returns to King Township as Brantford 99ers Relocate and Rebrand as the King Rebellion
King Councillors welcome new team, unveil jerseys By Jim Stewart After a 37-year absence, Junior A hockey has returned to King Township. A jersey-unveiling ceremony ...
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 ...
Schomberg U18 Red Wings win Dunnville tournament
The Schomberg U18 Red Wings won five straight games in Dunnville to claim the championship of the 25th annual Albert Schram Local League hockey tournament.The ...
Schomberg’s Micaela Aguiar advances to quarterfinals as the number 1 seed in Ms. Health and Fitness Global Competition
Schomberg resident Micaela Aguiar is ranked #1 heading into the quarterfinals of the 2023 Ms. Health & Fitness Competition. The winner of the competition will be featured on the cover of the Muscle and Fitness HERS magazine and pocket $20,000 U.S. After five elimination rounds, the dedicated local fitness and yoga instructor was still leading the international event. Aguiar – who described herself as a “shy and introverted person” during our meeting at The Grackle Coffee Shop on Main Street – is nonetheless “super excited and nervous simultaneously to have passed through five phases of the competition from Top 50 in the world to Top 15 to Top 10 to Top 5 to the quarterfinals of the competition.”
Zhou and Zhang strike silver for CDS at OFSAA Mixed Doubles Badminton
The mixed doubles team of Rayna Zhou and Zhi Wei Zhang captured OFSAA silver medals at the provincial high school badminton championships played at Trinity College School in Port Hope. Zhou and Zhang inscribed their names last week into the historical records of Country Day School by winning the Cyclone’s first-ever OFSAA medal in badminton.
CDS Cyclone track team captures 8 gold medals at CISAA Championships in Toronto
CDS Cyclone Track and Field Coach Denise Steadman was pleased with her team’s results at the CISAA Championships at York University last week. Eight of her athletes captured gold medals at the meet in Toronto, but she was even more impressed with the level of individual achievement beyond the podium: “We had so many great performances. Our focus is to get personal bests at track meets and one of our athletes – Reese Falkenberg – dropped an incredible 7 seconds off her personal best in the 400m hurdles.”
U18 Rebels win York-Simcoe championship
Another week and another championship for King Township Minor Hockey.It was an exciting night last Wednesday at the Nobleton arena. In front of a packed ...
U12AA King Rebellion captures York-Simcoe M.H.L. Championship with a pair of Final Four shutouts
King’s 12AA rep team continued its winning ways on the weekend. The Rebellion ran the table in a convincing manner at the York-Simcoe Minor Hockey League Final Four playoff tournament by shutting out both their opponents. A 7-0 win over Barrie in the semi-final on Saturday secured a berth in the YSMHL final. In the championship game on Sunday afternoon, the Rebellion used back-to-back goals in the second period and a stifling defence to earn a 2-0 win over Richmond Hill and hang a York-Simcoe championship banner at the Nobleton Arena.
U12AA King Rebellion runs roughshod over Richmond Hill and Stouffville in 5-0 and 4-0 playoff
When the U12 King Rebellion AA hockey team took to the ice for their playoff game at Ed Sackfield Arena in Richmond Hill on Wednesday, they did so amid the cacophony of bell-clanging hockey moms impelling their sons to victory. “The Rebellion Ringers” rang their red bells in raucous unison off the ice and King’s powerhouse squad took care of business on the ice as they defeated the Richmond Hill Stars 5-0 in opening round York-Simcoe playoff action.
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Hasbro helps you complete your Xmas list
We all need a little help checking those boxes on our Christmas lists. We recommend turning to renowned toy-maker Hasbro for help this holiday season. The company has been creating memories for over a century, so they know what they’re talking about when it comes to imaginative playthings.
Remaining vigilant in our quest for pristine air
We’re on an upward trend in pursuing ways to maintain our health and well being. The air we breathe is paramount and we must remain vigilant in keeping our homes pure and clean. It’s our first and best defence against airborne nasties. There are many residential air purifiers on the market, with more emerging every day.
Pepperoni lovers have a new reason to cheer
Pepperoni lovers rejoice! Pizza Nova has introduced Cup & Char Pepperoni and Doppio Pepperoni Signature Pizza to its menu. The move was made, fittingly, on National Pepperoni Pizza Day (who knew?) on Sept. 20. Ontario’s leading artisan pizza makers, also debuted a new Classic Signature pizza, Doppio Pepperoni Signature Pizza, alongside the new topping.
PuroAir helps you breathe easy in your home
There is nothing more important than the air we breathe. And everyone should have control over their indoor air quality. That’s the mantra of PuroAir and their line of air purifiers.
Echo Water sets the industry standard in hydrogen water technology
We are all looking at ways to improve our lifestyles and adopt a healthier way of living. Staying hydrated is a must and the old adage of drinking plenty of water has never been more accurate. One of our newest allies in the battle against toxins is hydrogenated water.
Big Arch is big on taste
The Golden Arches have come to life again, through an amazing new burger from McDonald’s. The Big Arch made its debut and boy, will customers love this new sandwich. It’s heralded as the “biggest bite” on the Canadian menu, and they’re right.
Countertop ice-maker is the perfect companion for entertaining
Any family gathering or party wouldn’t be complete with an additional ice-maker. How many times have you run out of ice during a backyard BBQ, having to run out to the store? The built-in refrigerator ice-makers take time, something you don’t have when guests arrive.
Victrola Rock Speaker sets a new industry standard
Enjoying the outdoors, in our own bit of paradise, includes a lot of moving pieces. One of them is music. You can’t enjoy summer without your favourite tunes. There are many portable speakers on the market, but none come close to the discreet Rock Speakers from venerable Victrola. These are beasts, and have really set the industry standard in outdoor listening.
Editorial
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.”
- Humour makes my world go ‘round
- Knowledge isn’t enough to advance our species
- Santa Claus has along and cherished history
- Holidays shouldn’t be financially stressful
- Try to avoid the evil urges of consumerism
- The ‘village’ is here to help one another
- Leave love and memories behind, not things
- It’s not about winning, just giving it a shot
- We need to douse the fuse of hatred
- Playing my own personal version of Jenga
- Someone should do something about this!
- A little bit of hope is a powerful thing
- Pay attention to litany of harmful food additives
- Sometimes ‘doing nothing’ is something
- Car ownership comes with a hefty cost
- Males shouldn’t ignore prostate health
- Learning to enjoy a half-filled glass
- The intricacies of human venting
- Knowledge, wisdom are meant to be shared
- Why do animals trust humans?
- Hoping we take the love inside with us …
- Taking time to pause and ‘stop the world’
