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.
Friday, November 23, 2007
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
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.
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
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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
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Thursday, November 22, 2007
York School Buses Cancelled
All school buses across York Region have been cancelled due to inclement weather. Durham Region school buses north of Hwy. 7 are also cancelled. The freezing rain and snow are expected to continue into the afternoon, with accumulations of up to 20 cm in some areas
With files from yorkregion.com
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With files from yorkregion.com
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Press Release - Four Markham Community Achievers Honoured for Outstanding Citizenship
Markham, ON– Four citizens who have made outstanding contributions to the community and brought recognition to Markham will be presented with the Town’s Achievement and Civic Recognition Award (ACRA).
“Through their success, these Markham residents have brought honour and strength to our community. Their diverse endeavours and talents add to Markham’s quality of life,” said Markham Mayor Frank Scarpitti. The four 2007 ACRA award winners are:
Vilvan Gunasingham (category: Environmental Achievement) – Mr. Gunasingham, who holds the highest number of engineering awards in environmental controls in the history of Ford Electronics, Markham Plant, is recognized for his commitment to environmental protection. He has received a number of awards including the prestigious Henry Ford Award, which was for his work to eliminate environmentally unfriendly CFCs.
Terry Meads (category: Sports and Recreation) – Mr. Meads is recognized for the several thousand hours he devoted to the creation and operation of two volunteer-run outdoor skating rinks at the Markham Museum during the 2006-2007 winter season.
Brian Roman (category: Business/Corporate Achievement) – Mr. Roman gave up a fulltime career to pursue his dream of becoming a professional performer. Building on his entrepreneurial skills, in the past several years, he has arranged and performed one-man sold-out shows at Toronto’s Roy Thomson Hall; in New York; Dallas, Texas; Florida and throughout Ontario.
Jared Sharen (category: Community Service) –- Mr. Sharen has been involved with the Markham Museum over the past five years. Through his leadership within the Deloitte and Touche Markham office, he has encouraged others to participate in community events, while organizing and contributing his services to the Museum at the annual wine tasting evening and on-site painting and gardening.
“We are proud of this year’s ACRA recipients,” says Gordon Landon, Regional Councillor and chair of this year’s award ceremony. “They inspire us all to do the best for our community.”-30-
The Achievement and Civic Recognition Award (ACRA) was initiated in 1985, by Markham Council for the purpose of determining and recognizing individuals, associations, businesses or corporations who have made an outstanding contribution to the community and brought recognition to the Town of Markham.
Members of the 2007 ACRA Committee:
Regional Councillor Gordon Landon
Regional Councillor Tony Wong
Imran Ali
Sheynoor Karsan
Hemant Misir
David Taylor
Ken Wade
“Through their success, these Markham residents have brought honour and strength to our community. Their diverse endeavours and talents add to Markham’s quality of life,” said Markham Mayor Frank Scarpitti. The four 2007 ACRA award winners are:
Vilvan Gunasingham (category: Environmental Achievement) – Mr. Gunasingham, who holds the highest number of engineering awards in environmental controls in the history of Ford Electronics, Markham Plant, is recognized for his commitment to environmental protection. He has received a number of awards including the prestigious Henry Ford Award, which was for his work to eliminate environmentally unfriendly CFCs.
Terry Meads (category: Sports and Recreation) – Mr. Meads is recognized for the several thousand hours he devoted to the creation and operation of two volunteer-run outdoor skating rinks at the Markham Museum during the 2006-2007 winter season.
Brian Roman (category: Business/Corporate Achievement) – Mr. Roman gave up a fulltime career to pursue his dream of becoming a professional performer. Building on his entrepreneurial skills, in the past several years, he has arranged and performed one-man sold-out shows at Toronto’s Roy Thomson Hall; in New York; Dallas, Texas; Florida and throughout Ontario.
Jared Sharen (category: Community Service) –- Mr. Sharen has been involved with the Markham Museum over the past five years. Through his leadership within the Deloitte and Touche Markham office, he has encouraged others to participate in community events, while organizing and contributing his services to the Museum at the annual wine tasting evening and on-site painting and gardening.
“We are proud of this year’s ACRA recipients,” says Gordon Landon, Regional Councillor and chair of this year’s award ceremony. “They inspire us all to do the best for our community.”-30-
The Achievement and Civic Recognition Award (ACRA) was initiated in 1985, by Markham Council for the purpose of determining and recognizing individuals, associations, businesses or corporations who have made an outstanding contribution to the community and brought recognition to the Town of Markham.
Members of the 2007 ACRA Committee:
Regional Councillor Gordon Landon
Regional Councillor Tony Wong
Imran Ali
Sheynoor Karsan
Hemant Misir
David Taylor
Ken Wade
Sports Report
NBA: Toronto 95 Memphis 89
AHL: Toronto 2 Lake Erie 1
York Region Athletics
Sr. Boys' Hockey — Stouffville 7 (Jamie Wise, 3, Scott Vanallen, Sam Carrick, Matt Raguseo, Nathan James), Alexander Mackenzie 4 (Daniel Novak, 3, Val Borschevsky); St. Elizabeth 5 (Patrick Cuddemi, 2,Steve Mihalis, 2, Ralph Cuddemi), Father Bressani 3 (Michael Stroud, 2, Steve Colagiacomo)
Tonight
No Games Scheduled
With files from thestar.com
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AHL: Toronto 2 Lake Erie 1
York Region Athletics
Sr. Boys' Hockey — Stouffville 7 (Jamie Wise, 3, Scott Vanallen, Sam Carrick, Matt Raguseo, Nathan James), Alexander Mackenzie 4 (Daniel Novak, 3, Val Borschevsky); St. Elizabeth 5 (Patrick Cuddemi, 2,Steve Mihalis, 2, Ralph Cuddemi), Father Bressani 3 (Michael Stroud, 2, Steve Colagiacomo)
Tonight
No Games Scheduled
With files from thestar.com
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