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POLITICS: Caroline Mulroney quitting politics
By Robert BenzieQueen’s Park Bureau Chief  __________________  Treasury Board President Caroline Mulroney is calling it quits. Mulroney announced Monday she had informed Premier Doug Ford she would resigning as minister and as York-Simcoe MPP when the legislature rises next month. In … Continue reading
TRAVELLING: Minimize risk of contracting Legionaire’s easily.
The good news is that even if Legionella spreads through a hotel showerhead, it can be flushed out in mere minutes. For this reason, Legionella Control International advises all hotel guests to run their shower at the hottest possible temperature for five to 10 … Continue reading
COMMENTS/OPINIONS: “Spoken like a true white settler”…..possibly a tempest in a teapot
John Meloche, Pickering resident and president of one of its neighbourhood associations, made the following commentary available to us at www.szpin.ca The commentary is a criticism of words spoken by Councillor Linda Cook at a recent Council meeting, May 20, … Continue reading
PICKERING: “Spoken like a true white settler”
During the Special Council Meeting of May 20, 2026, while City of Pickering Council was debating the Northeast Pickering Secondary Plan — a file the City itself has identified as one of Pickering’s most significant long-term planning matters — Regional Councillor Linda Cook directed the following remark … Continue reading
Stephen COLBERT: All the best in your future endeavours
Ciao Stephen COLBERT…ya gave us 11 great years. Thank you. _______________
PICKERING: City’s a winner with OLG contribution
Pickering receives $16.38 million Fiscal 2026 payment from OLG Pickering, ON, May 23, 2026 – Today, the City of Pickering proudly recognized the significant economic and community benefits generated through its partnership with the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) … Continue reading
COMMENTARY: Steve Paikin interviews ex NB Premier Frank McKenna
MCKENNA INTERVIEW
COMMENTARY: (updated 5.26.26) Young people suffering….does anyone care?
TorStar contributor wrote an excellent column, “Job hunting is so bad….” ( JOBHUNTING ) about how we are mistreating, lying, ignoring, disregarding and bull shitting young people. Here is an attempt at encapsulating what Schofield writes… resumes from young people … Continue reading
BETWEEN the LAKES: Interview with Mayor Kevin ASHE
Fahad Rehman interviews Mayor Kevin Ashe. ______________ Mayor Ashe presents himself as a personable and engaging politician. Fahad tossed soft questions at Ashe, so there was no need for an agressive defence. Still the interview does put Ashe under that … Continue reading
The 6:20 MAN, D. Baldacci
The 6:20 MAN, a Baldacci read, a little weaker than his earlier style.
RICHARD’S Desk: There’s just too damn much…
There’s just too much coming at us every day…too much news, too much information, too much action, too much noise….it’s all overwhelming. Do you find yourself overwhelmed these days with so much information coming at you from every direction. Consider … Continue reading
PICKERING: Memorial monuments vs Plaques
The City of Pickering may be justified in erecting memorial monuments as recognition of citizens who have made significant contributions to the City. However, with time, these monuments could salt and pepper every park, parkette and green space throughout the … Continue reading →