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Ontario reports 258 new COVID cases Saturday

Ontario reports 258 new COVID cases Saturday

No new cases in Newmarket since July 29; Slight rise in new cases continues in York Region with 31 on July 31, with 70% of 102 cases in ages 12+ in the last 7 days unvaccinated
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CANADA: Canadian Blood Services watching supply as COVID-19 rules eased

CANADA: Canadian Blood Services watching supply as COVID-19 rules eased

The need for blood products tailed off dramatically 16 months ago as the pandemic brought travel to a near standstill and all but the most critical surgeries were cancelled
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Here's what's open and closed on the Civic Holiday weekend in Newmarket

Here's what's open and closed on the Civic Holiday weekend in Newmarket

Check out what is open and closed on Monday, Aug. 2 to plan your long weekend
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Good morning, Newmarket!

Good morning, Newmarket!

Make today amazing
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BEYOND LOCAL: Would-be entrepreneurs need to evaluate work ethic, values before taking the plunge

BEYOND LOCAL: Would-be entrepreneurs need to evaluate work ethic, values before taking the plunge

Toronto-based entrepreneur coach Lisa Jeffs said she’s seen an influx of people who are reassessing their career amid the pandemic
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Keep in mind, fireworks banned for Civic long weekend in Newmarket

Keep in mind, fireworks banned for Civic long weekend in Newmarket

Fines for improper use start at $600
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Dramatic video captures explosions at Superior Propane in Barrie

Dramatic video captures explosions at Superior Propane in Barrie

Emergency officials have cleared a one-kilometre area around Superior Propane at Bayview Drive and Lockhart Road
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York Region closing mass vaccinations centres by end of August

York Region closing mass vaccinations centres by end of August

Vaccinations at Ray Twinney Recreation Complex to end Aug. 26
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Newmarket marks Canada's first Emancipation Day with flag raising (15 photos)

Newmarket marks Canada's first Emancipation Day with flag raising (15 photos)

Aug. 1 was declared as Emancipation Day in Canada after a unanimous vote by MPs in March
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Newmarket celebrates cycling with community bike ride (14 photos)

Newmarket celebrates cycling with community bike ride (14 photos)

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