Friday, November 23, 2007

Markham's Santa Claus Parade

Saturday, November 24th, 2007

Another Markham holiday tradition is the Santa Claus Parade, organized by the Markham Sunrise Rotary Club. Every year, the Saturday morning following the Main Street Markham Festival of Lights, Markham comes back to the main street to enjoy some more holiday festivities. The parade starts at 10 am, and features more than 100 floats and bands, showcasing a wide variety of local talent

This year the parade will go NORTH on Main Street Markham starting at Highway 7 and ending at the Markham Museum.

Jones Pleads Guilty To Assault

Markham Regional Councillor Jim Jones regrets his “mistake” and wants to move on with his life, his lawyer said after he pleaded guilty yesterday to assaulting a female cleaner at a Niagara-on-the-Lake resort earlier this year. Jones, 64, pleaded not guilty to sexual assault, but guilty to one count of assault.He was given a conditional discharge with 12 months probation and ordered to have no contact with the victim and not to visit the White Oaks Resort and Spa, where the assault occurred. Jones had been attending a political retreat.He was also sentenced to 20 hours of community service.Following the sentencing, Jones declined to comment.

With files from www.yorkregion.com

Update - Markham Waxers

From www.markhamwaxers.ca

The Markham Waxers are proud to announce that Mark Cornacchia has accepted a Scholarship offer from RIT. We wish Mark well on his new endeavour.

The Waxer family formally welcomes the following additions.Kyle Rank joins Markham from the Greenbay Gamblers of the USHL. Prior to paying for the Gamblers, Kyle toiled with New York Applecore.

Chris Tanev, moves south from Stouffville. Chris’s ability to move the puck will help gear a potent offense.

Stephen DiMonte moves east from Streetsville. Stephen’s ability to stay at home and join the rush gives the Waxers a new look at the Defence position.

Steven Harding comes to Markham from the Lindsay Muskies. Steven brings grit and toughness as well as a “stay home” attitude. Tough guys be aware you won’t push this guy around.

Taylor Murphy comes home to Markham. Taylor is a Markham resident who plays with grit and determination. His speed and ability to handle the puck blends well with his new teammates

Matt Hansell has left the team for the balance of the year to concentrate on his studies. Matt will be missed, but he is welcome back when he completes his academic requirements.

Sports Report

Tonight

NHL: Toronto at Dallas; 8:30pm

AHL: Toronto at Hamilton; 7:30pm

OHL: Brampton at Kingston, 7:30pm; Oshawa at London, 7:30pm; Barrie vs. Mississauga, Hershey Centre, 7:30pm

OPJHL: Vaughan vs. Markham; 7:30pm, Centennial Arena

- ER