Posts By Mark Pavilons

King approves updated rural bylaw for first time in 40 years

Setting the direction for King’s rural countryside is now cast in stone. Council approved its long-awaited Zoning Bylaw for the Countryside Area, updating its current 48-year-old document. Covering 80% of the King’s geographic area, the bylaw not only conforms to the OP, regional and provincial policies, it recognizes the importance of our agricultural and environmental lands.

Things we should be teaching our children

We’re all products of the education system. Some are recent graduates, others like us Boomers, are throw-backs to simpler times. But we’re all formed, molded and changed by those years in high school and post-secondary school. Most of us remember those times, awkward moments and yes, shenanigans, in high school. Weird sentiments in our yearbooks stand as testaments to times enjoyed, but forgotten.

JS Dash 4.0 is a must-have for today’s drivers

For today’s commuters, dash cams just make sense. They offer a sense of security, and can often catch a glimpse of things we can’t. The JS Dash 4.0 enters the fray with some great features.

Pizza Nova introduces chorizo sausage, Italian wings

Pizza lovers are in store for a treat, thanks to some new, authentic flavours. Pizza Nova, one of Ontario’s leading artisan pizza makers, has launched a series of new menu options including a chorizo sausage topping featured on two signature pizzas, and Garlic Parmesan Wings.

Former KCSS students inducted into Case of Distinction

Since its inception in 2003, King City Secondary School Case of Distinction Induction Ceremony finally returned following a two-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The ceremony, which took place at King City Secondary School Saturday morning, honoured four KCSS alumni, who have gone on to accomplish incredible feats in their professional careers. President of the KCSS Alumni Association, John Peddle, began the ceremony welcoming all guests into the school’s front foyer where all guests gathered.

You can’t always build a better mousetrap!

Our technology is moving at light speed and we’re continually pushing boundaries and coming up with innovative solutions. We’ve come so far in such a short span of time, almost exponential. And yet, in 2022, there are many contraptions, contrivances and yes food staples that have gone unchanged. It’s been said that you just can’t build a better mousetrap, noting that one simple device has stood the test of time and can’t be improved.

Local all-candidates’ debates on tap

Residents will have a chance to see their municipal candidates in action, at three local debates. Concerned Citizens of King Township (CCKT) is offering back-to-back events next week.

A sense of calm is important for us all

We’re all familiar with Winston Churchill’s oft-copied sentiment “stay calm and carry on.” In fact, we now see various iterations of it on our shirts and coffee mugs, almost like a call to action. Humans have been burdened by stress since the dawn of time and yes, my friends, that will be our undoing.

Homestar Flux brings the universe to you!

Leading game producer Sega has once again shown its expertise, in a really cool way. As we receive more and more images from outer space, interest in the universe is growing. Many people are looking for a way to view the wonders of space in their own homes. Look no further.

Schomberg Country Run arrives Saturday

Founded in 2011 by the late Rev. Sheilagh Ashworth, the Schomberg Country Run has taken place every year, raising tens of thousands of dollars to ...

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