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PICKERING: Mayor Ashe’s Statement on the Deaths of OPP Constables
Mayor Ashe’s Statement on the Deaths of OPP Constable Tarun Bali and Toronto Constable Marc Pinizzotto By City of Pickering-Jun 11, 2026 News and Announcements On behalf of the City of Pickering and all Members of Council, I extend our deepest … Continue reading
PICKERING: Mayor Dave Ryan Park groundbreaking at Seaton Community
Dave Ryan: Pickering’s Longest-Serving Mayor If you’ve lived in Pickering over the past few decades, you know the name Dave Ryan. Born around 1946, he and his wife Anne have called Pickering home since 1985, raising two daughters and later … Continue reading
*** MICO Latest photos ***
Mico’s a non-stop bundle of energy and excitement. Some things he has learned: To respond to his name and he comes running like a bullet when called; SIT, STAY, COME commands and to respond to his name by looking at … Continue reading
POSITIVE REINFORCEMENT TRAINING – The Essentials
POSITIVE REINFORCEMENT TRAINING The essence of this training is that only positive reinforcements are used to train the puppy: treats, compliments, cheering. verbal bravos and the most important, a very cheery “YES” when he responds successfully. The COMMANDS must be … Continue reading
PICKERING: BILL 9 is law; Councillor misconduct subject to removal and forbidden to run again.
Bill 9 is now law Bill 9 is now law. It received Royal Assent on June 2, 2026. But “law” here has a catch: the bill passed, yet most of its actual rules don’t take effect until the province formally … Continue reading
PICKERING: Councillor Robinson facing more harrassment charges
Harassment allegations against Ontario councillor substantiated: report The City of Pickering, Ont., is taking action against a sitting councillor after an independent investigation determined harassment allegations against her were substantiated. Complaints filed and managed In 2025, city staff filed a complaint … Continue reading
POLITICS (USA): USA: About to celebrate their 250th birthday. Happy Birthday AmeriKa
A rather harsh but true and quite the indictment of the current state in the USA. 250 years Two hundred and fifty years of the most powerful, most resourced, most theoretically capable nation in the history of human civilization and … Continue reading
PICKERING: OPG NUCLEAR PLANT SEEKS 30 YR. LICENSE RENWEWAL
[Editorial comment: Are we as safe as we can be?]
PICKERING: HARASSMENT IN WORKPLACE (COUNCIL)
[Editorial comment: Incredible as it may seem to be, there are some child-like shenanigans going on in our City Council meetings. Adults? Professionals? Mature? The kind of issues in council that result in division and antipathy should not exist among a … Continue reading
PICKERING: DRPS Chief Peter Moreira sworn in as president of Ontario police chiefs association
Chief Peter Moreira sworn in as president of Ontario police chiefs association Durham Regional Police Service Chief Peter Moreira has been sworn in as president of the Ontario Association of Chiefs of Police for the 2026 to 2027 term. The … Continue reading
AGEING & SENIORS: HEALTH: Do males and females age differently? Deteriorate differently as they age? You bet !
Do male and female humans deteriorate at the same levels after becoming 80 years of age? Researchers have a blunt phrase for how the sexes age: “Women get sicker, but men die quicker.” By age 80, surviving men are actually … Continue reading
TRUE BLUE, David Baldacci
TRUE BLUE, David Baldacci Synopsis A mysterious high-profile homicide in the nation’s capital collides with the dark side of national security in David Baldacci’s new, heart-stopping thriller. Mason “Mace” Perry was a firebrand cop on the D.C. police force until … Continue reading
PICKERING; waterfront spring
[Photos by Garry Winsor] ______________ For those unable to visit the Pickering Watefront, let us take you there for a colourful visit of Mother Narture showing off her springtime beauty via the gorgeous photographs taken by local resident, Garry Winsor.
SCAMS: SCAM ALERT WORKSHOP, Chestnut Hill Cntre, June 15, 10am
AGEING & SENIORS: HEALTH: 5 Tests To Tell How Well You’re Aging
5 Tests To Tell How Well You’re Aging Source by Rachel Gresh Certain aspects of aging are inevitable, such as the silvery hairs we sprout and the crinkly lines that appear when we smile. While these surface-level indicators tend to … Continue reading
HEALTH: Ticks and Lyme Disease
A tick on grass, emphasizing the importance of Lyme disease prevention and awareness. We have written about this topic many times. But Lyme disease is a serious problem and ticks seem to be moving into backyards. My site has a … Continue reading
HEALTH & WELL: HEALTHY: Dealing with BELLY FAT
The Truth About Belly Fat After 50 Source: Ian McClymont How Older Adults Can Reduce It Safely and Naturally The Truth About Belly Fat After 50. As we grow older, many of us notice changes in our bodies that … Continue reading
HEALTH & WELL: HEALTH: Managing migraines
Managing migraine: Safe treatment and prevention strategies Source: McMaster Optimal Aging Portal While there is no cure, migraine can often be managed with the right combination of treatment and consistent daily habits. If you’re not sure whether your symptoms … Continue reading
