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COVID-19: Survey shows some bosses are using the pandemic as an excuse to push workers

COVID-19: Survey shows some bosses are using the pandemic as an excuse to push workers

Study shows that COVID has changed workplace dynamics, mostly to the detriment of workers
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Driver transported to hospital with life-threatening injuries after Mount Albert collision

Driver transported to hospital with life-threatening injuries after Mount Albert collision

A pickup truck went off the road on Friday, York Regional Police say
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Newmarket residents protest proposed apartment building that will 'change culture of neighbourhood'

Newmarket residents protest proposed apartment building that will 'change culture of neighbourhood'

A 79-unit development is proposed for five properties near Lundy's Lane
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Here's why we're having 'an overdose of pollen' in Newmarket and area

Here's why we're having 'an overdose of pollen' in Newmarket and area

A warmer spring, less frost than usual, and a 'drought like' May have all contributed, says senior climatologist
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'Like this bin, our hearts are overflowing': Newmarket Catholic schools holding food bank drive

'Like this bin, our hearts are overflowing': Newmarket Catholic schools holding food bank drive

The second annual YCDSB campaign will see 59 schools across York Region supporting eight local food banks
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Newmarket lowers flags to mourn 215 children's lives lost at BC residential school

Newmarket lowers flags to mourn 215 children's lives lost at BC residential school

'On behalf of the Town of Newmarket, I would like to extend my condolences to the Chippewas of Georgina Island and all Indigenous communities across Canada upon the discovery of the 215 children buried on the Kamloops Residential School site,' says Mayor John Taylor
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Richmond Hill man charged after vehicle clocked at 202 in 60 km/h zone, police say

Richmond Hill man charged after vehicle clocked at 202 in 60 km/h zone, police say

The 23-year-old is charged with dangerous driving, stunt driving on Bayview
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COVID-19 Today: A look at the numbers for Newmarket, York Region, Ontario

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

9 more cases in Newmarket, 1 more workplace outbreak, totalling 3; York Region confirms 96 new cases, 41-year-old Markham man dies, as weekly case average drops to 87; Ontario reports 916 cases — lowest daily case count since Feb. 17 — and 13 more deaths
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Recreational camping ban, provincial border restrictions extended

Recreational camping ban, provincial border restrictions extended

Nine orders are now in place until at least June 16
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Here are your June tips from a master gardener

Here are your June tips from a master gardener

Prune, plant, cut, stake, and do a little dance to celebrate summer in your garden this year
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