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This Halloween, try celebrating the tradition of welcoming 'lost spirits'

This Halloween, try celebrating the tradition of welcoming 'lost spirits'

Our modern understanding of Halloween strays from its roots as an ancient Celtic spiritual festival, says grief specialist
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Town grappling with how to stop bird deaths at Newmarket library

Town grappling with how to stop bird deaths at Newmarket library

Council weighing whether to delay on a fix to birds colliding with library's reflective windows over costs, efficiency
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Newmarket resident creating movement for change one t-shirt at a time

Newmarket resident creating movement for change one t-shirt at a time

'The people in Newmarket are amazing,' says teacher Megan Glanfield of the response to her new company that creates awareness, as well as support, for communities with a cause
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York Catholic board hosting virtual open houses to introduce Grade 8s to high school

York Catholic board hosting virtual open houses to introduce Grade 8s to high school

The open house for Sacred Heart Catholic High School in Newmarket will be held on Wednesday, Nov. 3
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Momentum builds around Holland Marsh phosphorus recycling project

Momentum builds around Holland Marsh phosphorus recycling project

'We cannot afford for political finger-pointing or posturing to get in the way of delivering this significant pollution reduction for Lake Simcoe and our watershed. So we hope York Region will clarify the timeline to move this forward,' says Bradford councillor
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Remember to 'treat' your pets with care on Halloween: OSPCA

Remember to 'treat' your pets with care on Halloween: OSPCA

'Halloween should be a fun event for the whole family, including our pets,' says SPCA, which has some tips to help you put your best paw forward
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COVID-19: A look at the numbers for Newmarket, York Region, Ontario on Wednesday

COVID-19: A look at the numbers for Newmarket, York Region, Ontario on Wednesday

2 new cases in Newmarket, active cases rise to 11; York Region confirms 33 new cases, as 7-day case average rises slightly to 28; Ontario reports 321 new cases, 10 more deaths, as 7-day average of new cases drops to 366 from 407 last week
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Newmarket's ablaze with the colours of fall <b>(17 photos)</b>

Newmarket's ablaze with the colours of fall (17 photos)

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Good morning, Newmarket!

Good morning, Newmarket!

Enjoy the little things.
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'Turning the corner on COVID': Newmarket mayor speaks on town's future to business leaders

'Turning the corner on COVID': Newmarket mayor speaks on town's future to business leaders

Mayor John Taylor addressed the Newmarket Chamber of Commerce about municipal growth and housing at its first in-person event since the pandemic began
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