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COMMENTARY: Mayor Ashe receives Certificate of Appreciation…A joke, folks [12/19/25]
I like Mayor Ashe. He seems to be really involved in the community, showing up at almost every event people invite him to attend, showing interest in every group in our community. He seems to be doing a very commendable … Continue reading
COMMENTARY: Be on the alert, eyes, ears wide open…the POLICE can’t do it all [12/19/25]
Are you ‘old’ or ‘OLD’? ‘OLD’ suggests someone not with it mentally, kind of lost, memory gone, awareness and mentality slipping. Well, in this day and age, you can’t be like that. You have to be ‘old,’ not ‘OLD.’ There … Continue reading
PICKERING: CHANUKAH Party
Pickering CHANUKAH Party Sun, Dec. 21, 2:00 pm Chestnut Hill Recreation Complex
PICKERING: Christmas event for the kids, grandkids and parents
A Magical Community Fundraiser for the Pickering Animal Shelter DEC. 20, 12:00 – 8:00 pm Christmas In The RONA Village is a festive outdoor market bringing together our Pickering community for eight magical evenings of holiday cheer. Stroll through beautifully decorated … Continue reading
The ARMOR OF LIGHT, Ken Follett
The Armor of Light Ken Follett A Riveting Journey through History Ken Follett, a master of historical fiction, has once again captivated readers with his latest novel, “The Armor of Light.” Set against the backdrop of the tumultuous late 18th … Continue reading
COMMENTARY: (*** see ADDENDUM***) Mayor Kevin ASHE, the kind of mayor we all want???
The Durham Region Council tabled a review of property taxation. The proposal was to LOWER TAXATION. Interesting how MAYOR ASHE voted compared to Maurice Brenner, Linda Cook and Dave Pickles. Kind of makes ya wonder about Ashe, doesn’t it? _________________ … Continue reading
HEALTH: Better sleep tips for the over 60s
Tips for Better Sleep After 60
DURHAM REGION: Vote abolishes tax increase…but look how Mayor Ashe voted voted
First, a comment relating to pursuit to confirm this story which suggests a tax reduction has been voted/passed. It has not. The Durham Post reporter has misguided readers with the implied information. The tax reduction is being voted on at … Continue reading
PICKERING: Tax increase in these difficult economic times…amazing !
Oshawa, Whitby, Pickering, Ajax, Clarington residents facing 6.04% increase in regional taxes Average municipal blended increase will be 4.6 per cent hike for 2026 Durham Region tax raise would lift taxes $18 per month for average homeowner in 2026 should … Continue reading
PICKERING: New Carbon Monoxide Alarm Rules in Effective Jan 1, 2026
We wanted to quickly share an important safety update from the City of Pickering and Pickering Fire Services. Starting January 1, 2026, new Ontario Fire Code rules will take effect requiring expanded use of carbon monoxide (CO) alarms in homes and residential … Continue reading
PICKERING: Perhaps this is what people mean by ‘corruption’ in Pickering
The dept to which the City of Pickering, is involved with FGF Brands and the Skills Development Fund Training Stream may need investigation and public awareness. Millions of dollars have been exchanged. What quid pro quos are attached?
COMMENTARY: Should you donating to the FOOD BANK?
Consider me Mr. Grinch as I call for a cessation of donations to Food Banks. Food Bank use is at an all-time high everywhere in Canada, in cities, in towns, in rural areas. Where there’s a Food Bank, user attendance … Continue reading →