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Vaughan woman in her 20s York Region's 9th COVID-19 case

Vaughan woman in her 20s York Region's 9th COVID-19 case

There is no evidence of community spread locally and the risk to residents of acquiring the virus in the community remains low, medical officer of health Dr. Karim Kuriji says
COVID-19 concerns postpone April 26 Run for Southlake

COVID-19 concerns postpone April 26 Run for Southlake

Southlake Foundation share the new date for the fundraising event once confirmed.
Newmarket mayor in self-isolation, awaiting COVID-19 test results

Newmarket mayor in self-isolation, awaiting COVID-19 test results

'If you believe that you have had contact with me recently, and are concerned, please understand that once the test results are in, and if they are positive, York Region Public Health Officials will do a thorough investigation and follow-up with all relevant direct contacts,' mayor says
COVID-19 concerns halt Costco's free food samples

COVID-19 concerns halt Costco's free food samples

The popular program reportedly added a risk to both public and employee safety, as the number of COVID-19 cases continue to escalate here and and around the globe
Mackenzie Health selected as dedicated COVID-19 testing centre

Mackenzie Health selected as dedicated COVID-19 testing centre

The province has appointed the Richmond Hill hospital as one of several assessment centres in a bid to prevent further spread of the virus and ease the burden on emergency departments
Visitor to Markham from Egypt 8th COVID-19 case in York Region

Visitor to Markham from Egypt 8th COVID-19 case in York Region

As the travel-related case is confirmed, York Region public health says the risk to residents remains low
York Region Transit ramps up cleaning of fleet over COVID-19 concerns

York Region Transit ramps up cleaning of fleet over COVID-19 concerns

High-touch surfaces such as poles, seats, handles to get daily cleaning
From cancelled birthday parties to business as usual, Newmarket reacts to COVID-19

From cancelled birthday parties to business as usual, Newmarket reacts to COVID-19

NewmarketToday asked if you are changing habits and plans in the wake of the new coronavirus; here's what you said
March break travel to COVID-19 hotspots means self-isolation on return: York Region health officials

March break travel to COVID-19 hotspots means self-isolation on return: York Region health officials

Local residents who travel to Iran or Hubei province, China must not go to school, work, or social gatherings upon return