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COMMENTS & OPINIONS: More transparency needed about Councillor expenses
The City of Pickering tries to maintain proper “Accountability and Transparency” with Council Expenses. Please take note of the list that is called “Council Expenses” which residents can find in the newly designed and highly expensive, tax payer paid, … Continue reading
POLITICS: CANADA VOTES: I like Jagmeet Singh !
I like Jagmeet Singh ! Jagmeet Singh looks like a very sincere man, one who has principles and values. I recognize one cannot judge a book by its cover, but this cover offers a sense of authenticity and … Continue reading
HEALTH & WELL: HEALTH: Be aware of the SYMPTOMS – Stroke, Heart Attack
Pay attention to warning signs our body gives us. Strokes and heart attacks often come with early symptoms, but they’re easy to brush off if you’re not aware. For heart attacks, some of the common early signs are: Chest discomfort … Continue reading
PICKERING: Councillor Brenner publishes excellent newsletter
Check out Councillor’s NEWSLETTER… _____________ Councillor Brenner lets no grass grow under his feet. He’s everywhere, participating in everything, attending events everywhere. Now, he issues another edition of his informative and comprehensive newsletter. Newsletter covers a lot Brenner’s newsletter covers … Continue reading
POLITICS: CONSERVATIVE PARTY: PICKERING-BROOKLIN
CAMPAIGN OFFICE: 1755 Pickering Parkway, Unit A14, Pickering PH: 289-401-4451 Candidate availability Alicia Vianga is available at the campaign office every morning at 10 am. This availability may be changed during the Easter Weekend. ________________
POLITICS: LIBERAL PARTY: PICKERING-BROOKLIN
CAMPAIGN OFFICE: 1899 Brock Rd., Pickering PH: 1-905-237-6091 Candidate availability Juanita Nathan is canvassing door-to-door every day. To contact her, phone the campaign office at 905-237-6091 ________________
PEOPLE’S PARTY: PICKERING-BROOKLIN
CAMPAIGN OFFICE: not available at press time Ph – not available.
POPE FRANCIS COMMEMORATION
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The passing of the Pope: Richard reviews the best seller, The Conclave, and provides links to more information about the passing of a pope
Pope’s passing: What happens next
Day 1: Immediately Following the Pope’s Death The papal chamberlain (camerlengo), currently Cardinal Kevin Farrell, temporarily takes over the church’s reins. The camerlengo’s first task is to officially confirm the Pope’s death, typically with attending doctors making the determination. The … Continue reading
A magical escape for young readers by Canadian author, Chris Evans
Any young readers in the family? Canadian author, Chris Evans, offers you a great read. Timeless, adventuresome, whimsical and magical, your young one will be transported to a world they won’t experience on any digital device. ______________________ The Dream Whistle: … Continue reading
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Jean-Marc Aveline, archbishop of Marseille, French, aged 66 According to the French press, he is known in some domestic Catholic circles as John XXIV, in a nod to his resemblance to Pope John XXIII, the round-faced reforming pope of the … Continue reading
Comment & Opinion: We need more neighbourhood associations like the Fairport Neighbourhood Association
Kudos and ‘Kongratulations’ to the Fairport Beach Neighbourhood Association and President Paul White…. The association is responsible for the one and only all candidates panel presentation at Dunbarton High School, Thurs, Apr 24th, 6:30 pm in Pickering. What a great … Continue reading
BONE IN THE THROAT, Anthony Bourdain
The acclaimed first novel by the New York Times bestselling author of Kitchen Confidential and host of Parts Unknown on CNN. A wildly funny, irreverent tale of murder, mayhem, and the mob. Synopsis When up-and-coming chef Tommy Pagana settles for a less than glamorous … Continue reading
AmeriKa: insane or foreboding?
Yay AmeriKa ! This land is for you and me!! For sale in AmeriKa… This is really available for purchase in AmeriKa…. food for long time storage, just in case….with this sales pitch… “These emergency food kits are the … Continue reading
BLACK DOG, Stuart Woods
Black Dog by Stuart Woods Synopsis Stone Barrington must battle a nasty opponent in the latest action-packed thriller from the #1 New York Times bestselling author.
Ward boundaries up for review in Ontario city
PICKERING: PICKERING FORWARD PLANNING REVIEW SESSION Information
Hello Everyone, As part of the City’s ongoing Official Plan Review (“Pickering Forward”), we will be hosting upcoming in-person and virtual public information centres on the topic of Community Elements and Infrastructure. Help us plan complete communities that include parks, offer mobility … Continue reading