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Province pitches in for Dufferin bridge replacement

Dr. Helena Jaczek, MPP for Oak Ridges-Markham, was recently joined by King Mayor Steve Pellegrini and Ward 6 Councillor Avia Eek to announce the provincial government’s funding grant of up to $1.8 million for the replacement of the Dufferin Street Bridge ...

Residents concerned by another subdivision proposal in King City

Residents living in rural King City are keeping a close eye on another residential subdivision.

York police seek witnesses following serious collision

Officers with the York Regional Police Collision Investigation Unit are seeking witnesses following a serious collision in King, On Friday, June 7, at approximately 3:30 ...

Provincial funding for Dufferin Street bridge

The provincial government has pledged up to $1.8 million in funding for the replacement of the Dufferin Street Bridge in King’s north end. Councillor Avia Eek joined Oak Ridges-Markham MPP Dr. Helena Jaczek and Mayor Steve Pellegrini for the announcement. Photo by Jeff Doner

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Editor honoured by Food Bank

Mark Pavilons, editor of the King Weekly Sentinel, received an award for supporting the King Township Food Bank recently. Carol Ann Trebert presented the honour ...

Italian celebration in Nobleton Saturday

The King Township Museum,  Arts Society King and King Township Archives invite you and your family, to reminisce and share stories at our Italian Heritage ...

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Farmers’ Market opens at All Saints

King City has its own farmers’ market, which kicked off Sunday at All Saints Church. The market runs every other Sunday fron 8 a.m. to ...

York Region District School Board and Ontario Secondary School Teachers’ Federation ratify agreement

The York Region District School Board (YRDSB) ratified the two-year collective agreement for its secondary teachers. The Ontario Secondary School Teachers’ Federation, District 16 (OSSTF ...

Mr. Joe Melo, Charles Sousa & Mayor of Schomberg

King entrepreneurs ensure Portuguese history and culture are alive and well

The contributions of Portuguese Canadians will forever be showcased, thanks to the efforts of two King Township entrepreneurs.

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Sense of family drives long-serving councillor

“Unless someone like you cares a whole awful lot, Nothing is going to get better. It’s not.” Dr. Seuss That sentiment summarizes the tireless efforts of King’s most senior politician – Councillor Linda Pabst.

Creativity abounds at ASK Festival workshops

At this year’s Arts Society King (ASK) Festival, take time to discover the creative you!  Whether you are male, female, young, old, beginner or experienced, ...

York Region District School Board approves balanced 2013-2014 budget

The York Region District School Board approved a balanced 2013-2014 budget with a total of $1,2 billion. “The 2013-2014 budget is aligned with the goals ...

Visit local farmers’ markets this summer in King

King Township residents can sample a variety of local produce at two farmers’ markets this summer.

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Young Nobleton rapper is on fire performing and writing

Known as “LIL M,” Nobleton’s Michael Furlano is most likely the only 10-year-old rapper you’ve heard of lately.

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King officially joins the Hills of Headwaters equine initiative

The Hills of Headwaters Tourism Association has announced that King Township has joined the Association’s equine initiative, becoming a standing partner on the Headwaters Equine Leadership Group (HELG).

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Scotia McLeod Cobras win tourney

The Scotia McLeod King Cobras won all five games in the Vaughan Mid-Season Classic Tournament by scores of 16-6, 19-1, 16-6, 16-6 & by a ...

The Roots Wake series kicks off Saturday in King with triple event lineup

The Roots, Canada’s largest amateur wake series, will make its way to King Township this weekend for three headline events. The Boardsports Open is presented ...

Get your tush in gear for Saturday’s walk

It’s time to get your rear in gear!

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Big day for Kingridge stables in Palgrave Sunday

Sunday was a pretty good day for King City’s Kingridge Stables.

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King speed skater sets Ontario speed record

Local speed skater Andria Scarpelli, a member of the King Speed Skating Club, set two Ontario Speed records this spring in the girls age class 8 during a competition held in Oakville.

York recognizes athletes during Access Awareness Week

As part of National Access Awareness Week, York Region showcased some impressive local athletes and celebrated the work that is being done to make programs and services more accessible for people with disabilities at the Administrative Centre recently.

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CDS girls’ rugby team captures CISAA championship

The Country Day School’s senior girls’ rugby team secured their ninth straight CISAA championship with a 29-12 win over Trinity College School (TCS) recently on ...

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Underhill tops at Caledon events

King’s Beth Underhill grabbed two impressive top finishes at recent events held at the Caledon Equestrian Park in Palgrave. Beth and Cavendish owned by Underhill and ...

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