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YRP getting chill for March 7 polar plunge for Special Olympics

YRP getting chill for March 7 polar plunge for Special Olympics

All are welcome to join York Regional Police members in taking the chilly dip for a good cause, or donating to support local athletes
Today is Cupcake Day: Ontario SPCA needs help to raise some dough

Today is Cupcake Day: Ontario SPCA needs help to raise some dough

'By enjoying a cupcake today and making a donation at cupcakeday.ca, you are giving animals in need the second chance they deserve,' says OSPCA
Beware, fraudsters targeting seniors over heating, A/C equipment

Beware, fraudsters targeting seniors over heating, A/C equipment

'The fraudster offers to come to people's homes to take pictures of their existing equipment as a way for them to get into your home,' OPP warns
Good morning, Newmarket!

Good morning, Newmarket!

Here's a look at the current local weather and gas prices
Olympic skating legend lands lifetime achievement award

Olympic skating legend lands lifetime achievement award

'Brian Orser is an outstanding athlete, performer and coach that has always pushed the limits of the sport, leaving an enduring impact on generations of figure skaters,' International Skating Union says
456 walkers brave cold to raise more than $170K for Inn From the Cold

456 walkers brave cold to raise more than $170K for Inn From the Cold

Aurora food bank meets rising demand with new freezers

Aurora food bank meets rising demand with new freezers

Aurora Food Pantry adds new freezers, thanks to a $10,000 grant from the Regional Municipality of York
OUTDOORS: Arrival of purple finch leaves birdwatcher tickled pink

OUTDOORS: Arrival of purple finch leaves birdwatcher tickled pink

'In the wild, purple finches are masters at seed extraction from cones or from within fleshy fruits,' says outdoors columnist
Newmarket Farmers' Market celebrates 25 years with Ontario award

Newmarket Farmers' Market celebrates 25 years with Ontario award

Newmarket apologizes after reserving accessible parking spots for council

Newmarket apologizes after reserving accessible parking spots for council

The town explains the temporary displacement of accessible parking spots was intended to be in place only for the kickoff event Thursday night, but it extended into Friday