Author: Gene Pereira

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The environment and economy are hot-button election issues

September 16, 2019September 24, 2019 Gene Pereira 441 Views 0 Comments 2019 Federal Election, Gene Pereira, Markham-Stouffville Riding, Markham-Thornhill Riding, Markham-Unionville Riding

Federal candidates from the three Markham ridings are out knocking on doors vying for your vote. Mark your calendars for

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Markham’s Marner inks new deal with Leafs

September 16, 2019September 16, 2019 Gene Pereira 201 Views 0 Comments Gene Pereira, National Hockey League, Scotiabank Arena, Toronto Maple Leafs

The Maple Leafs announced they have agreed to a new long-term contract that will keep the star winger with the

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Palandra earns invite to Team Canada East camp

August 8, 2019August 8, 2019 Gene Pereira 212 Views 0 Comments Aurora Tigers, Brantford 99ers, Canadian Junior Hockey League, Gene Pereira, Ontario Junior Hockey League, Team Canada East Camp, World Junior A Challenge

Markham native Michael Palandra is one of 44 players invited by the Canadian Junior Hockey League and NHL Central Scouting

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Markham duo hoping for big weekend at NHL draft

June 18, 2019 Gene Pereira 441 Views 0 Comments Canadian Hockey League, Gene Pereira, Kitchener Rangers, NHL Central Scouting Rankings, NHL Entry Draft, Ontario Hockey League

A pair of Markham natives will be hoping to hear their named called this weekend at the 2019 NHL Entry

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Shanahan inks six-year extension with Leafs

May 15, 2019May 27, 2019 Gene Pereira 178 Views 0 Comments Gene Pereira, Maple Leafs Sports & Entertainment, National Hockey League, Toronto Maple Leafs

Brendan Shanahan made it clear earlier to the Toronto Maple Leafs that he wanted to stay with the organization. Maple

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Suspects sought in Markham armed robbery

April 12, 2019 Gene Pereira 3035 Views 0 Comments Crime Stoppers, Gene Pereira, York Regional Police, York Regional Police Hold-Up Unit

York Regional Police Hold-Up Unit investigators are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying suspects following an armed robbery in Markham.

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Mayor’s message emphasizes power in connection

December 10, 2018December 10, 2018 Gene Pereira 262 Views 0 Comments City of Markham, Destination Markham, Digital Markham, Gene Pereira, Markham Centre, Markham City Council, Markham Civic Square, Municipal Elections

Markham Mayor Frank Scarpitti delivered a message of unity in his address to the newly elected city council at the

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UMSC soccer duo “the best of the best”

February 17, 2018February 17, 2018 Gene Pereira 583 Views 0 Comments Gene Pereira, Level 1 Ontario Soccer, Soccer, UMSC, women's national soccer

Alex Morales has helped many young soccer players as a coach over the years, but none have earned his respect

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Rogers Hometown Hockey tour rolling into Markham

February 16, 2018March 2, 2018 Gene Pereira 300 Views 0 Comments Markham, NHL, Rogers, Sportsnet

A popular celebration of hockey is coming to Markham. The Rogers Hometown Hockey tour, which includes live local entertainment and

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