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Fun-filled Springfest at Cold Creek

Residents enjoying the great outdoors flocked to Cold Creek Conservation Area for the annual Springfest event, hosted by King Township. Youngsters enjoyed the bouncy castle and slide. More...

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Conversation from the Heart Circle

Every third Friday of the month, join in for a Conversation from the Heart Circle meeting at the Postmaster’s House, 7 Old King Road, Nobleton. The next meeting will be May 18, from 7:30-9:30 p.m. More...

Asnorveldt properties added to King’s heritage register

By Mark Pavilons

A host of properties on the main street in Asnorveldt were added to the King Township Heritage Register. The properties, stretching from 19030 through 19130 Dufferin Street, line the hamlet. More...

The 162nd Schomberg Spring Fair hits town!

The stage is set for the 162nd Schomberg Agricultural Spring Fair. Celebrate the heart and soul of King in this annual extravaganza, running this year Thursday, May 24 to Sunday, May 27. The event promises fun, excitement and of course, agriculture! More...

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Letters

Letter NCC proud of lands preserved in Happy Valley

Thanks so much for the terrific article on the Happy Valley Forest and the Nature Conservancy of Canada’s efforts to help protect this wonderful and significant woodland in the heart of King Township. More...

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Sports Beat

KCSS Lions baseball team struggling at outset of season

By Kevin Michie

The York Region Athletic Association baseball season is under way, and the King City Secondary School Lions are off to less-than-productive start. The Lions have played three games so far, beating St. More...

Markham proud to host the Pan American Games

Thousands of sports fans and tourists will be heading to Markham in 2015. Dr. More...

Schomberg Minor Hockey wraps up season, launches 2012-13 registration

Schomberg Minor Hockey recently wrapped up a highly successful season, with the association marking a number of important milestones. More...

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Celebrate Victoria Day in Nobleton

Nobleton is the place to be May 21 for the annual Victoria Day celebration. Visitors come from far and wide to what’s described as one of the best community events around. More...

News

More trips for Barrie GO service

This summer, Ontario is making it easier for people along the Barrie GO line to take public transit with new weekend GO Train and Bus service. The pilot service will start June 23 and will run until Sept. 3. The new service includes: More...

‘Push For Your Tush’ fundraiser nears

A total family and community effort will help spread awareness and make the 16th annual Colon Cancer Canada Push For Your Tush Walk/Run a success. This year’s event will be held June 2. More...

A plan for jobs, growth and long-term prosperity

By Peter Van Loan
MP York-Simcoe

It has been a year since Canadians elected our government with a mandate to focus on the economy, and we have delivered results. More...

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Columns

Epiphanies happen every day!

Epiphanies have eluded me for most of my life. Other than the creation, births and subsequent evolution of my offspring, I haven’t had any life-altering experiences or monumental occurrences. I feel somewhat cheated; ripped off so to speak. More...

Tumber presents talk at Schomberg horticultural society

The Schomberg Horticultural Society is pleased to present a garden design lecture by Randy Tumber, Canadian Landscape Designer of the Year for 2011. More...

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King's Corners

King’s Corners

By Eleanor Fry

King City United What a great way to start a sunny Sunday morning service listening to Dorothy's “Bell ringers” as they presented a rendition of “Perseverance.” Good listening! Thanks to all. More...

Tips on what to do with your yard and garden

By Susan Beharriell

Have you recently moved to King Township, perhaps into one of the new subdivisions in one of our villages? If so, congratulations on choosing our rural way of life! More...

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Nobleton Notes

Lions, community groups combine efforts to celebrate Victoria Day

Nobleton Notes
By Angie Maccarone
905-859-5174

Our Prayer Group meets this evening, Wednesday, May 16 at 7:30 p.m. The St. Paul’s Community Youth Group will meet Friday, May 18 at 7:30 p.m. at the church to prepare for their involvement in the Victoria Day Parade on Monday, May 21. More...

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Community Events

Demolition Derby Friday at the Fair

Smash em, crash em, make some noise under the big lights on Friday, May 25. More...

Heavy Horse Pull a Fair favourite!

The Heavy Horse Pull is a Fair favourite! The invitational event that tests the power and strength of the mighty draught horse. More...

ATV Pull

Returning back for its 3rd year, the ATV Pull is on Saturday at 1 p.m. The ATV Pull takes a classic Fair event and gives a new meaning to the term horsepower. More...

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