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PICKERING: Mayor Ashe on ‘STRONG POWERS’ regulation
Mayor Ashe has made a public statement explaining his “Use of Strong Mayor” powers. Budget The mayor will: prepare a budget prior to the February 1st timeline. provide the budget to the Council for consideration. The Strong Mayor Powers give … Continue reading
CANADA DAY: ‘Change the world’
My friends, love is better than anger. Hope is better than fear. Optimism is better than despair. So let us be loving, hopeful and optimistic. And we’ll change the world. Happy Canada Day! In memory of Jack Layton
CANADA DAY: After travelling the world….
I too am an immigrant as is my husband and my entire family for that matter. I love and appreciate this country, especially after having spent my career travelling all over the world. Janice F Airline staff person
UKRAINIAN SCORPIONS: A Tale of Larceny and Greed, Ronald M. Derrickson
UKRAINIAN SCORPIONS: A Tale of Larceny and Greed, Ronald M. Derrickson If you are like me, you have been watching the current war in Ukraine with interest and fear. Having lived in a Canadian area populated with many Ukrainians, I … Continue reading
PICKERING: Councilor Brenner clarifies the ‘Strong Mayor’ powers
An interpretation of the meaning of Mayor Ashe’s statement regarding ‘Strong mayors:” Step 1 is to accept the Power through a communication to the Clerk which he did. Step 2 is refers to the legislation he will assume … Continue reading
PICKERING: An explanation of “STRONG MAYORS” powers
Powers and Duties The Mayor has special powers and duties under Part VI.1 of the Municipal Act, 2001 S.O. 2001, c. 25 and in accordance with O. Reg. 530/22 and O. Reg. 580/22. These powers include the ability to: Appoint/dismiss the Chief Administrative Officer;* Hire/dismiss … Continue reading
EDITORIAL: MEDIA staff cuts begin ( Updated 7-5-23 )
It has started, the destruction of journalism as we know it. Artificial Intelligence tolled the first peals. As more and more writers explore and experiment with AI, its viability becomes a real concern. AI can produce near-professional and acceptable-quality articles … Continue reading
NEWS: Flying cars to hit retail market in 2025
Zounds! Zowie! Flying cars? Eeyikes! They’re about to hit the retail market. 2025 is the launch date. Jettisons here we come. See full story: FLYING CARS
NEWS: Conservative ‘shadow’ cabinet minister for seniors, Anna Roberts
The PICKERING-UXBRIDGE Conservative Electoral Association hosted a TOWN HALL recently, July 5, in Pickering. ANNA ROBERTS, MP, King-Vaughan, and Shadow Cabinet Minister for Seniors was guest speaker. The approximately one hundred attendees had the opportunity of putting questions, criticisms and issues to Roberts. … Continue reading
PICKERING: Comments and opinion of “Strong Mayors” by Steve Parish, former mayor of Ajax
These comments were copied from material submitted to “The Editor” of Durham News (Media) and are presented here for the benefit of residents interested in the topic. The comments were written by Steve Parish, former mayor of Ajax). We invited interested residents … Continue reading
PICKERING: Response to comment by former mayor of Ajax, Steve Parish
[The views here are the personal opinion of the undersigned and not necessarily those of the website management.] Former Ajax mayor Steve Parish has made a number of worthwhile and valid cautions about the “Strong Mayors” policy in Ontario. Agreed, … Continue reading
POLITICAL: * * * REPORT CARDS * * * Elected reps
Knowing what is happening in the community is important to every resident. However, most residents lack enough time or the capacity to keep up with current information. The Representative Report card is an effort to keep residents up-to-date about their … Continue reading
RECIPES: *** TESTED*** Fluffy lime pie 9/10
REVIEW: 8/10 Very good recipe: easy to make, very light if dinner was filling; buy proper ingredients rather than frozen (fresh whipping cream not frozen) or prepackaged where you are able; light, tasty and low in calories, 100 cal/serving Modifications … Continue reading
RECIPES TO TEST: Buffalo Wings – AIR FRYER
Buffalo Wings YOU NEED 1 pound chicken wings, mix of drumettes and flats Avocado oil For the dry rub: 2 teaspoons brown sugar 2 teaspoons Korean chili powder 1 teaspoon ground coriander ½ teaspoon ground fennel seeds ¼ teaspoon ground … Continue reading
KITCHEN: AIR FRYERS use very little oil, nearly none,…healthier eating
Air fryers are becoming increasingly popular because they produce fried foods very much like the old-fashioned deep-fried foods we all love. Benefits: cook food with less oil and fewer calories; cook food with fewer calories; more energy-efficient than traditional ovens … Continue reading
KITCHEN: Using parchment paper in an Air Fryer
What Is Parchment Paper – and Is It Safe for the Air Fryer? Parchment paper might sound more like a tool for drawing than for the kitchen, but it is paper safe for the oven. Its most common use … Continue reading
EDITORIAL: Try paying your taxes late? Try paying less than invoiced? 7-9-23
NEWS: “STEADY,” a blog written by DAN RATHER, American news journalist
“Steady” is Dan Rather’s steady take on the state of chaotic and complex world. Rather is 91 going strong with the energy and vigour that belies his real age, 91. He writes a daily blog that comments and critiques the … Continue reading
