Trouble sleeping? Maybe it’s time to consider feng shui
“One’s living environment can have a determinate effect on one’s mindset and mental well-being,” according to one feng shui master.
Markham
GTA libraries find creative ways to keep kids connected with books during pandemic
Library systems in and around the Greater Toronto Area are rolling out new programs and some are reducing late fees to help connect patrons with their materials during the COVID-19 pandemic. In Toronto, the library…
Andre De Grasse cheered at Markham parade
Olympic medallist Andre De Grasse wasn’t participating in the city’s Terry Fox Run Sunday. The sprinter passed by the route of the run at noon, which was when the annual event ended. De Grasse was heading to the Markham Pan Am Centre for a ceremony to honour local Olympians. The city will name a street in De Grasse’s honour. The mayor, Frank Scarpitti, rode along in the convertible.
Atos Markham Pan Am / Parapan Am Centre
The Atos Markham Pan Am / Parapan Am Centre opened its doors in November and has since hosted many test tournaments and regional competitions. It is to be handed over to Pan Am officials May 17, according to organizers.
Caroline Ouellette nets OT winner in Clarkson final warm-up
MARKHAM, Ont. — Forward Caroline Ouellette scored a power-play goal in overtime to help the Montreal Stars narrowly defeat the Boston Blades 1-0 on Friday afternoon at the Clarkson Cup. The game was fast-paced and…
New Markham arena looking to add a basketball team
There may be another professional sports team coming to the GTA.
Graeme Roustan, who is the man behind the approved $325 million arena to be built in Markham, thinks that bringing in a Canadian National Basketball League team would be profitable for the city.
Scarborough consumers and restaurant owners uncertain about reason for shark fin ban
Scarborough Centre councillor Glenn de Baeremaeker proposed a ban on shark fins, which was approved by the Toronto Council late October. Scarborough Chinese restaurant consumers and staff gave their comments on the recent legislation.
Daughter charged with murder in Markham home invasion
The daughter of a woman killed during a Nov. 8 home invasion in Markham has been arrested for murder. Jennifer Pan, 24, was charged with first-degree murder and conspiracy to commit murder, York Regional Police Chief Armand La Barge told reporters Nov. 23.
Markham mayor-elect credits successes of previous term
Frank Scarpitti says he campaigned and reclaimed the Markham mayor’s chair on a winning record. On Monday night, the Town of Markham re-elected him as its mayor.