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Town of Newmarket exploring possibility of levying hotel tax

Town of Newmarket exploring possibility of levying hotel tax

While the timing during the pandemic isn't right, the tax 'could be an opportunity to raise some revenues that could be used for economic development and support the local industry,' says the mayor
Being single in lockdown makes cashiers, drive-thru kids targets for small talk

Being single in lockdown makes cashiers, drive-thru kids targets for small talk

Columnist Wendy King finds herself in desperate need of conversation these days
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

7 more cases in Newmarket, data qualification significantly changes case, demographic numbers, outbreak at Renoir closes; York Region confirms 105 new cases, 5 more deaths, workplace cases soar; Ontario reports 1,172 new cases, as data migration continues to impact numbers, with 67 more deaths
First-time food bank use up 50% during state of emergency in York Region

First-time food bank use up 50% during state of emergency in York Region

"Consider getting involved with (us) to help us continue to battle hunger and help those suffering the most in this pandemic," said Alex Bilotta, CEO of the York Region Food Bank
Confused about back to school? Province promises some answers today

Confused about back to school? Province promises some answers today

Testing capacity will be an integral component of school reopenings, says chief medical officer Dr. David Williams
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BEYOND LOCAL: Are once-treatable diseases growing resistant to antibiotics?

BEYOND LOCAL: Are once-treatable diseases growing resistant to antibiotics?

While the development of new molecules is slower and slower, the acquisition of resistance by bacteria is becoming increasingly rapid
Conservation authority completes wetlands restoration projects in King, Innisfil

Conservation authority completes wetlands restoration projects in King, Innisfil

Within the past five years, LSRCA has partnered or led the creation of wetlands at Lions Park in Newmarket, Rogers Reservoir in East Gwillimbury, and Pangman Springs in Whitchurch-Stouffville  
The Source in Newmarket among 30 York Region businesses fined for COVID-19 violations

The Source in Newmarket among 30 York Region businesses fined for COVID-19 violations

Nearly half the charges were for not having a business safety plan
Developer acquires 200 acres for Keswick business park

Developer acquires 200 acres for Keswick business park

The site at Woodbine and Glenwoods is zoned for a wide range of industrial uses, as well as professional offices, and has the potential to provide more than 2,000 jobs, Town of Georgina says