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BRENNER AUG NEWSLETTER
The post is MAURICE BRENNER AUG 2025 NEWSLETTER providing updates on community events, initiatives, and local government activities for August 2025.
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EDITORIAL: Pickering launches E-Scooter pilot program…are they nuts !
Are they nuts? City of Pickering launches E-Scooter Pilot project. The City has lost it with the launch of this e-scooter project. They are opening the door to so many injuries, they will lose count at the outset. Worse, … Continue reading
PICKERING: Official Plan Review – the City’s planning for the future
Official Plan Review Public engagement sessions were held on a broad range of topics related to the City’s growth. Pickering currently has two Official Plans: its own and the recently approved Envision Durham. The province, which is also the approval … Continue reading
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EVENTS: Aug 24 – 29
Date Event August 24 2025, 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM Summer Concerts in Esplanade Park The City of Pickering proudly presents the Summer Concert Series 2024. Join us Sundays from 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm for a free concert in … Continue reading
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Soaring costs, no recourse
Tenants in seniors’ residences say ballooning fees are forcing them out Source: By Frédérik PlanteInvestigative Reporter There are growing calls for the province to regulate service fees the same way it does rent to stop ‘price gouging.’ John Simmons, 96, … Continue reading
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EDITORIAL: AGEISM – Old people are “NO people” in western society
Old people are “NO people” in our society. Being old has its inherent problems. Old people have growing physical incapacities and inabilities which are problematic enough. It is unfortunate and inextricable that society and governments add to these problems. Our … Continue reading
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PICKERING: FOOD BANK Golf Tournament, Sept 11 – Register by Sept 1
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PICKERING: Pawprints BBQ
Join us for the Pawprints of Purpose BBQ on Saturday, September 13, from 1-4 PM at 909 Beachpoint Promenade. Enjoy food, games, and pet services. Donations support City of Pickering Animal Services. A rain date is set for September 14.
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FIDDLERS-TOMLINSON STREET PARTY, Sept. 20, 4pm
A great neighbourhood with an elementary school nearby, a secondary school within walking distance, the kind of neighourhood where living is relaxed, calm and comfortable. This month, a bit of noise, our Fiddlers-Tomlinson neighbourhood committee holds its annual street party … Continue reading
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POLITICS (Ont): “Something is broken,” Premier Dog Ford
Castle Law, non-existent in Canada. Call 911. If you attack the intruder, you’ll be charged. Get a lawyer fast.
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POLITICS: America’s erosion into autocracy well on its way.
TorStar contributor, Justin Ling, has written a superb summary of the threat to American democracy by Trump. This is very real and we are all living in historic times. ____________ JUSTIN LING article interpreted FNAL DRAFT
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RED CROSS: Donate to help victims of Canadian forest fire destruction
Just a word about wildfires: In my reading I am reminded how the Canadian Red Cross has played such a major role this year and in the past helping those who have faced wildfires in their area. The CRC has … Continue reading
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Dynamic speaker for your next event
Ruth Coghill loves to teach others the transformational power of God’s Word. Her call to ministry and women was born through her godly heritage. Her calling is a passionate inner flame to equip and empower women of this generation with … Continue reading
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PETS: Dog Training Seminar: It’s all a Trick! with Animal Services and Who’s Walking Who Dog Training Centres
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Pickering: Lifts ban on fires
City-wide fire ban implemented on August 11, 2025 has been lifted The city-wide fire ban that was implemented on August 11, 2025 has now been lifted. The city-wide fire ban that was implemented on August 11, 2025 has now been … Continue reading
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You can slow, maybe even stop muscle loss due to ageing
Muscle loss (sarcopenia) doesn’t have to be part of getting older, and anyone is actually in the perfect position to turn things around or keep the muscle they’ve got. Resistance training Resistance training is literally like a fountain of youth … Continue reading
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55+ RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES – *** FREE ***
TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THESE FREEBIES – The City of Pickering offers many recreational activities of interest to 55+ adults. Click on the IMAGE below to view the many FREE workshops being offered.
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Exercises that quietly rewire your brain for deep sleep
Exercises That Quietly Rewire Your Brain for Deep Sleep Heather Hurlock. Super Age 7/25/2025 New research suggests that Tai Chi, yoga, and jogging may be more effective than sleeping pills for treating insomnia, with fewer side effects. If you’ve ever … Continue reading
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Best time to pay off your credit card
The Best Time to Pay Your Credit Card Bill Better report Credit card debt is at an all-time high, increasing by 18.5% in 2022 to a jaw-dropping sum of $930.6 billion. The average balance rose to $5,805, with one analyst warning … Continue reading
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Life is getting better
Nine Ways the World Is Getting Better With everything going on, it can be easy to become consumed by the prevailing negativity. Yet, The Economist reminds us: “Of all the progress of the past 10,000 years…half has occurred since199O. Of … Continue reading
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Need for water regulation
Forest fires are raging all across Canada and that is no exaggeration. From Newfoundland, through the Maritimes, in Ontario, across the prairies and on to Vancouver Island. Even Durham Region is threatened with fires burning just north, in the Kawarthas. … Continue reading
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INVESTING: Be patient, take a broader picture and become informed
The Speed of Change (Valuable advice about investing with emphasis on being patient, taking a broader look and becoming better informed about your investments.) Six minutes: that’s the time the median individual investor spends researching a stock Before purchasing it … Continue reading
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COMPUTERS: The EPITOME of stress and frustration
Computers are great for causing stress and frustration. When computers work, they are invaluable, worth their weight in gold. They recall vast quantities of information quickly and efficiently. When they malfunction, they will drive a computer user crazy. Today many … Continue reading
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Councillor Lisa Robinson salary docked again for 6th time
BULL HEADED? Either Councillor Robinson or Pickering Mayor and Pickering Council but this conflict is becoming a very silly affair, the laughing stock across all of Canada.
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This story is too big to leave alone: Bill Clinton and Ghislaine Maxwell were an ‘item’
This story is borders on being gossip but the author, Jessica Reed Kraus of the Substack-House Inhabit claims it is factual and stands ready for any libel suit. _________ The Long-Buried Secret of Bill Clinton’s Affair with Ghislaine Maxwell and … Continue reading
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License renewal
Renew a G driver’s licence: 80 years and over Driving is independence. To be able to drive gives one freedom and independence like nothing else. Go where you want, when you want, any time, any season and in any weather. … Continue reading
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The SZPINNER AUG 2025 Issue
AUG 2025 NEWSLETTER Copy
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Trump’s D.C. Takeover Uses Classic Strongman Tactics Source: Ruth Ben-Ghiat, Lucid Substack Multiple favored strongman tactics are being deployed in President Donald Trump’s current authoritarian assault on Washington D.C. They include inventing a crisis to justify the expansion of executive … Continue reading
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CDN AUTHORS: Angels on assignment
Wanna know how angels get elevated to archangel status? Read this story about two regular angels on their Toronto, Canada assignment.
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Canadian authors and their works
Coming this fall… Canadian authors will be posting samples of their works, some of which will be their full work such as a short story, a poem or even a set of poems. These authors are just starting out with … Continue reading
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TECH DESK: Two apps you really should have on your WIN desktop
Normally, I avoid pushing technology on my website, but these two apps are so good, I urge all WINDOWS users to consider adding them to their computer work area. mymind mymind app acts like a camera for your mind, snapping … Continue reading
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HEALTH: Eating disorders in older adults: An overlooked but important issue
McMaster Optimal Aging Portal The Bottom Line When we think about eating disorders, we often picture teenagers or young adults. But these conditions don’t disappear with age, they can persist or even begin later in life, often going unrecognized and … Continue reading
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PICKERING LIBRARY: Poetry in the Park
Poetry in the Esplanade Park Sat, Aug 30, 2 pm Poetry lovers, this is an event for you. Come out and share your love of poetry with others poetry fans at the Pickering Library’s Come out to hear or share … Continue reading
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FOLLOWUP: Pickering decides to keep Elexicon investment
About a month ago, Councillor Lisa Robinson wrote about Pickering’s likelihood of selling its investment in Elexicon. Robinson was critical of the sale for many reasons besides questioning its merit from the investment value aspect. Seems like the Pickering municipal … Continue reading
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Do you believe everything you see ? This illustration will drive you crazy.
There are 4 distinct CIRCLES in the illustration. They are independent of each other. Can you see the 4 distinct CIRCLES ?
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Fed-Prov Tax Benefits coming: August and September, 2025
Here is a breakdown of what federal and provincial payments are coming and when to expect them: Canadian Pension Plan and Old Age Security The Canadian retirement benefits system includes the Old Age Security pension, the Guaranteed Income Supplement, and … Continue reading
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HEALTH ALERT: Long-Term Use of Statins Linked to Heart Disease
[Source: Vance Voetberg, Epoch Health ] An expert review suggests that long-term use of statins may be inadvertently aiding the enemy by accelerating coronary artery calcification. For decades, statins have been heralded as reliable heroes in the battle against heart … Continue reading
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Blessing of backpacks, Aug 30 & 31st masses.
Blessing of Backpacks As we prepare for a new school year, all students and teachers are invited to receive a special Blessing of Backpacks during Mass on the weekend of August 30th & 31st. Simply bring your school backpack with … Continue reading
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Not sure what to make of this: Prince Andrew and Virginia Giuffre photo A FAKE
Prince Andrew, Virginia Giuffre and Ghislaine Maxwell __________________ Well, here we go. Not intending to gossip, just responding to the news that is slowly percolating to the fore. There is a newstory starting to spread that this photo of Prince … Continue reading
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Strangers in Time, David Baldacci
Strangers in Time, David Baldacci From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of A Calamity of Souls comes David Baldacci’s newest novel, set in London in 1944, about a bereaved book shop owner and two teenagers scarred by the … Continue reading
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Dragon’s Den star Arlene Dickerson sued by shareholders
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The Epstein Files cannot be swept under AmeriKa’s carpet
Why the Epstein Files are important to AmeriKa The release of the Jeffrey Epstein files, a trove of documents related to the disgraced financier and convicted sex offender, represents a pivotal moment for America, far transcending the immediate sensationalism. The … Continue reading
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Israel resurrects ancient warfare
The alternative to nuclear warfare: Starvation In the annals of human conflict, the methods of warfare have evolved from crude implements to sophisticated technologies. Yet, amidst the advancements, one ancient and insidious tactic persists, often shrouded in silence: the deliberate … Continue reading
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COMMUNITY BOARD: Upcoming events and latest notifications
T**** on the homeless in Washington,D.C. <- Click Holly Lynn CONNOR to hear her. Then read her story in the Sept issue of Water management information: Need for water regulation Water management regulation BULLETIN Coming this fall…. _Click IMAGE for … Continue reading
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PICKERING Events: July 25 – Aug 28
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SELF-CHECKOUT: Speed and efficiency, a MYTH…stick with HUMAN CASHIER instead
“What Grocery Stores Don’t Tell You About Self-Checkouts”: Myth of Efficiency: Self-checkouts are not always faster due to customer assistance needs and increased pressure on shoppers. Increase in Theft: Both accidental and intentional theft are on the rise at self-checkouts, … Continue reading
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TECHNOLOGY: Access any specific app, easily and directly
A very practical tip for accessing an installed app on your computer Three steps: Click startup Click any letter displayed to access all alpha listing Choose letter of the app you want to access BINGO: You’re there in the list … Continue reading
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EPSTEIN FILES: Notable names mentioned in the Epstein Files
Notable names mentioned in the Epstein files include: Prince Andrew (Duke of York): Accused by Virginia Giuffre and Johanna Sjoberg of sexual misconduct, which he firmly denies. Court documents describe allegations without providing new evidence beyond prior media reports. His … Continue reading
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TECHNOLOGY: Is AI, the wave of the future, to be feared or accepted? [a very long read 10 mins]
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BEST BUDDIES: Jeffrey and Donnie
The lengthy article is attached… Click -> EPSTEIN ARTICLE
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Google MAPS losing one of its most useful features
If you use Google MAPS, you be disappointed in hearing Google is removing one of its most popular features: ASSISTANT DRIVING MODE. Read details at MAPS
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COMMUNITY BOARD: Harvest time in Ontario…FRUIT and CORN too
With summer in full swing, so too is the sweet season of Ontario fruits — fresh from the orchard, grove, bush, field or vineyard. Mid-June harvesting begins Local fruit season starts in early to mid-June with the much-anticipated strawberries, then … Continue reading
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ON TRYANNY, Timothy Snyder
ON TYRANNY, Timothy Snyder Synopsis On Tyranny: Twenty Lessons from the Twentieth Century is a concise yet powerful guide for citizens seeking to understand and resist the rise of authoritarianism in the 21st century. Published in 2017 amidst growing concerns … Continue reading
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BOOKS: Why I prefer books on my iPad rather than actual books
I prefer reading my books on my iPad rather than the actual book. iPpad convenience With an iPad, I can do things that enhance my actual reading. In a second window, I can confer with a map to find the … Continue reading
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R’s DESK: More than just whining and complaining
Every now and then, a bit of whining and complainin’ soothes the irritated soul ! Here’s random selection of whining and complainin’ to relieve the irritated inner self: Queen’s Park takes control of four school boards The politicians at … Continue reading
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HEALTH: Ibuprofen: consider your use of this pain killing drug
Revaluate use of Ibuprofen as it may pose health risks to some users. Ibuprofen is a readily available over-the-counter medication, a go-to for many seeking quick relief from headaches, muscle aches, and inflammation. Its widespread use often leads people to … Continue reading
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T**** wins; Stephen Colbert gagged; CBS cancels the LATE SHOW
CBS cancels Stephen Colbert’s Late Show This is another example of the T**** autocracy growing stronger and destroying AmeriKan democracy. The backstory CBS’ 60 minutes interviewed Kamala Harris and T**** during the last presidential campaign. The interview was edited as … Continue reading
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COMMUNITY BOARD: Fairport Beach Neighbourhood Assoc. PRESENTIAL TRANSITION
The update story coming to newsletter… Retiring President Paul White and incoming President Phil Warne have both been invited to write a little about the change in the office of President in the FBNA. We look forward to hearing from … Continue reading
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‘mymind’ – a digital tool for the ages
ATTN: Computer users interested in easier record keeping…read the material below which is about a very useful application called ” mymind ” This application records information and data you are exploring on your computer and saves it to storage organized … Continue reading
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ST PAUL on the HILL: CHARITY GOLF EVENT, Registration by Sep 1, Tee off Sep 11
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MONEY MATTERS: Save more of your food money
We are among the richest countries in the world but we waste so much. Forty percent of the food we buy ends up wasted because we mishandle it, store it improperly or just don’t know what to do with it. … Continue reading
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POLITICS: MPP Peter Bethlenfalvy Newsletter
Dear Residents of Pickering-Uxbridge, The Ontario government is investing an additional $8.9 million to support the redevelopment and expansion of Oak Valley Health’s Uxbridge Hospital site, connecting more people in Uxbridge and across Durham Region to world-class care close to home. … Continue reading
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PICKERING: “Pickering Council Pushes Forward with Elexicon Share Sale — Behind Closed Doors and Without Public Consent,” says Councillor Lisa Robinson
Councillor Lisa Robinson raises some interesting and important questions about the sale of Elexicon shares, a municipal investment. _________________________ Councillor Lisa Robinson is sounding the alarm over what she calls an “undemocratic and dangerous” plan to sell the City of … Continue reading
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POLITICS: Israel – the new criminal nation of the world?
The Gaza War, launched by Israel in retaliation for the October 7, 2023 attack of Israel by Hama, continues unabated as the world turns a muted criticism. The roots of the conflict are deeper than the October incident. Israel captured … Continue reading
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TECHNOLOGY: AI’s just in the cute tiger cub phase, Dr. Geoffey Hinton
Geoffrey Hinton Warns Current A.I. May Soon Grow Past Its ‘Cute Tiger Cub’ Phase Geoffrey Hinton, an acclaimed computer scientist often dubbed the “Godfather of A.I.” for his pioneering work on artificial neural networks, helped lay the foundation for today’s … Continue reading
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A CLOCKWORK ORANGE, Anthony Burgess
A CLOCKWORK ORANGE Anthony Burgess Synopsis Anthony Burgess’s A Clockwork Orange is a dystopian novel set in a futuristic England plagued by youth violence and societal decay. The story follows Alex, a 15-year-old gang leader who narrates his life in a distinctive … Continue reading
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SUMMER EATING: ZUCCHINI FRITTERS
Gardens are bountiful now…ZUCCHINIS. A recipe that’ll have you chomping at the bit as you prepare it. I prefer sour cream instead of tzatziki. zucchini fritters
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USA: Is this the PRESIDENT of the USA….it can’t be possible !!
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Councillor Robinson may be legitimately viewed as a troublemaker. She polarizes municipal councillors. She constantly opposes and conflicts with Mayor Ashe as chair of the municipal council. She disregards rules of discussion, debate and social interaction. She is an obstacle … Continue reading
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PRESS RELEASE: PICKERING COUNCILLOR URGES Premier FORD TO INTERVENE
Councillor Robinson Urges Premier Ford to Intervene in Pickering Sanctions, Warns of Growing Threat to Democracy Under Proposed Bill 9 City Councillor Lisa Robinson has once again called on Premier Doug Ford to step in and address what she describes … Continue reading
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PICKERING: WARD BOUNDARY REVIEW – Special Council Meeting, July 15, 2pm
“Special Council Meeting Agenda Electronic Meeting July 15, 2025 – 02:00 PM Chair: Mayor Ashe” Special Council meeting Agenda is below. The second link is what was proposed and recommended for the 2nd Ward Boundary Study 2022 and 2025. I … Continue reading
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PUBLISHING: Note I also publish on Substack
Substack is an online platform that enables writers, journalists, and other content creators to publish newsletters and other digital content, primarily through a subscription-based model. It allows creators to build direct relationships with their audience and monetize their work through … Continue reading
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HEALTH: The ongoing battle against Alzheimer’s
The Toronto Star published this article about new drugs to slow the progression of treatment for Alzheimer’s disease in Canada and the challenges Canadians may face in accessing them. Promising new drugs Health Canada is currently reviewing two promising drugs, … Continue reading
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SPEED DIAL 2: Absolutely the best app to organize, manage and navigate INTERNET SITES
SPEED DIAL 2 “An absolutely essential tool for every Internet explorer.” Speed Dial 2 is an applet, a Google extension, that is absolutely the best tool for your INTERNET exploration. It is intuitive, easy to learn, and very easy to manage … Continue reading
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BULLETIN: ST. ISAAC JOGUES PARISH, July Bulletin
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COMMUNITY BOARD: Ontario communities defend against Premier Dog Ford’s Bill 5
A message from Marit Stiles as she fights Premier Ford’s Bill 5 which aims to decrease Ontario’s green lands.
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PUBLICATIONS: I am adding another publication to my repertoire
Substack is a publishing venue where people can publish articles in a section of the venue which they have created. Like publishing a column in a newspaper but it is digital only. I like Substack because I found there are … Continue reading
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Animal bites need immediate medical attention.
Animal bites need immediate medical attention. Any bite from a dog, coyote, racoon, any domestic or wild animal…get medical attention right away. As a career Public Health Inspector, part of our job was following up with people bitten by, or … Continue reading
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POLITICS: Psycho makes world leaders dance to his tune…AMAZING!
The world leaders and AmeriKan people dance to the psycho pied piper of Washington continuously. This is a perfect example of apathy by the leaders and populace, or example of cowardice, or stupidity, or acquiescence. Likely all of those. The … Continue reading
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The SZPINNER JULY 2025 Issue
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HEALTH: Four foods that delay aging
Many people start the morning on an empty stomach. But if you eat only 4 things correctly every morning, then not only does the body get strength but they help slow down the arrival of old age. These 4 things … Continue reading
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Councillor Robinson: The saga never ends
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VACATION PLANS: Flying is becoming increasingly dangerous
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TABLE OF CONTENTS: Councillor Brenner eNewsletter
Read this TABLE OF CONTENTS before reading the Brenner eNewsletter CONTENTS Acknowledgement: National Indigenous Peoples Day Promotion: Pickering’s 55+ community Promotion: Pickering’s got talent promotion of hip hop dance crew Free Waterfront Shuttle Service up and running; detailed explanation … Continue reading
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PICKERING: EDITORIAL – Robinson saga needs to be ended
The Robinson-City of Pickering Council feud needs a resolution, the saga needs to be put to rest but not without some considerations. From the Mayor’s side Councillor’s need to consider due responsibilities and appropriate conduct in their role as City … Continue reading
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PICKERING: CANADA DAY celebrations
July 1 2025 12:00 – 5:00 pm Canada Day – at Esplanade Park July 1 2025 7:00 – 10:00 pm Canada Day at Kinsmen Park July 3 2025 7:00 – 9:00 pm Summer Concerts at the Waterfront _____________
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PICKERING: PORSCHE launches unique centre in Pickering
Have you always wanted to drive a Porsche? You can do so right in Pickering. Porsche Cars Canada, Ltd., importer and distributor for the sports car manufacturer from Stuttgart, has opened its Porsche Experience Centre (PEC) Toronto, located on Porsche … Continue reading
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COMMUNITY NEWS: IKEA making significant changes to combat rising cost of living
A huge change is coming to IKEA in Canada. The largest IKEA retailer, Ingka Group, announced Wednesday that the price of restaurant meals will be cut in half Monday through Friday. Children will also be able to eat for free. … Continue reading
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POLITICS: Only one President goes ‘potty mouth’ in the media
Everybody’s dropping bombs: AmeriKa, bunker bustin’ bombs, Iran, bombs on Israel, Israil, defense missile bombs and T**** with new presidential language “f-bombs.” President Trump on Tuesday emphatically dropped an f-bomb, on camera, expressing frustration that Israel and Iran appeared to … Continue reading
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STUPIDITY: VENICE to be sunk even more by Amazon and Bezos
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POLITICS: Doug Ford, one of our “honest” politicians
Oh we should have more political leaders like ‘Dog’ Ford ! Click the IMAGE below to read the Toronto Star story:
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PICKERING: Fairport Beach Neighbourhood Assoc./ West Shore Charity Breakfast BBQ update
And the distribution of the collected donations: St. Paul’s $324 cash plus 252 lbs of food. Animal Services $605 cash plus $50 gift card from Pet Smart, plus about 90lbs of cat food. DARS $489 cash plus surplus cooked … Continue reading
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PICKERING: Court upholds City of Pickering decision against Councillor Lisa Robinson; Robinson rebutts Court statement
The City of Pickering welcomes a decision of the Divisional Court that fully supports how the City of Pickering and its Integrity Commissioner handled two significant code of conduct complaints involving Councillor Lisa Robinson. The Court confirmed that the City … Continue reading
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EDITORIAL: Why? Why? Why?
T****’s devastating influences on our world Our society here in the GTA is deteriorating and crumbling away and it may be due to the psycho in Washington. An examination of the graphs below indicates that the battle against crime is … Continue reading
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HEALTH: Sleep
Sleep Apnea vs. Insomnia Although everyone has an occasional bad night’s sleep, people with sleep disorders have more persistent or severe sleeping problems. Among all sleep disorders, sleep apnea and insomnia are two of the most common, affecting millions of … Continue reading
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CANADA DAY: How PICKERING will be celebrating
Pickering is gearing up for its annual Canada Day celebration, with festivities planned throughout the day and night. The daytime event on July 1 will take place at Esplanade Park from noon to 5 p.m. and the fun will continue … Continue reading
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MACLEAN’S: The story contents inside differ from what the cover titles suggest
MACLEAN’S: The New Nationalism The newest MACLEAN’S magazine is an example of great publishing and superb editing. This issue is “must reading” for any and every Canadian. However, the 120th Anniversary Edition, in some areas is a let down. Its … Continue reading
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HEALTH: Frequent showering ages the skin
Nothing soothes sore muscles, wakes one up on a groggy morning, or helps one wind down at the end of a long day like a nice, warm, relaxing shower. In fact, the older one gets, the hotter one wants that … Continue reading
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FROM CHINA: Coming soon – CAR THEFT made easy
Do you think you are taking all the correct precautions to safeguard your car from car thieves? China just created the ideal CAR THEFT DEVICE. No matter how expensive it may be, thieves will recover the cost quickly and very … Continue reading
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CANADA: Missing since Sunday, 3 yr old girl found alive
This is amazing. Claire Bell, a 3 year old girl from Quebec, missing since Sunday, was found alive miles from home, in Ontario. It means she survived outside, in the forested area between Quebec and Ontaro for 3 days. Amazing. … Continue reading
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PICKERING: City highlights local benefits of casino partnership
Pickering Highlights Local Benefits of Casino Partnership The City of Pickering is highlighting the significant benefits of its partnership with Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) since the opening of the Pickering Casino Resort in 2021. Financial Impact: Pickering has … Continue reading
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HEALTH: Cataracts can be effectively treated
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COMMUNITY NEWS: LAND OVER LANDINGS’ Two apologies
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HEALTH: What is the best way to live 10 years longer?
Ong Kim Hwa, 88 years old, finished a 10 km. marathon in Malaysia in 90 minutes. Not suggesting you can do it, but maybe you can with training? The major point is just to live longer, better and healthier. Why … Continue reading
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PICKERING: Councillor Lisa Robinson speaks out against Bill 5
Hey guys, Councillor Lisa Robinson here. I want to talk to you today about something that concerns every single one of us here living in Ontario, and that’s Bill 5, also known as the “Protecting Ontario by Enabling Economic Growth … Continue reading
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POLITICS: Israel may not merit the respect many think it should
OK…in response to the Hamas led massacre in the fall of 2024, Israel’s aggressive response with the goal of eliminating Hamas may have been justifiable at the outset but when it reached more than 50,000 killed in Gaza, the justification … Continue reading
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PICKERING: Party in the Park – presented by the Rougemount Community and Recreation Association
Rougemount Community Recreation Association, a neighbourhood association, one of two major neighbourhood associations in Pickering, held another of its annual summer party, first launched in 2024 as a family fun in the park celebration. This year, Association President, Peggy Bowie, … Continue reading
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EDITORIAL: G7 KANANASKIS – Carney’s invitation is too open, too broad
Shri Narendra Modi and Donald psycho T**** have been wrongly invited to the G7 Kananaskis Conference. Modi’s government has been under investigation for the murder of a Sikh leader in British Columbia a couple of years ago. The RCMP … Continue reading
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COMMUNITY NEWS: FBNA neighbourhood association – marvellous breaksfast
Fairport Beach Neighbourhood Association served a great breakfast to neighbours and Pickering visitors to their annual back bacon breakfast. Delicious! A number of booths, Pickering Museum, Animal Services and jewellry items at other booths. A perfect summer day, cool, sunshine … Continue reading
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PICKERING: Keeping up with the community !
It’s important to keep up to date with the community… here’s the latest from St. Isaac Jogues!
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PICKERING: 21 year old escooter rider killed in collision with SUV
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COMMUNITY: Tree maintenance of your property
Border Tree or Boundary Tree? Don’t Cut BEFORE you know! Have you ever had a dispute with your neighbour about a tree between your lots? They are often about removal, pruning, maintenance, ownership, or damage and they can become very … Continue reading →