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Newmarket council 'not rushing' to return to in-person meetings: mayor

Newmarket council 'not rushing' to return to in-person meetings: mayor

Town is still weighing options as neighbouring Aurora eyes September return
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Good morning, Newmarket!

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New sign recognizes Humber River as protected urban valley in York Region

New sign recognizes Humber River as protected urban valley in York Region

The river is one of 21 urban river valleys connecting the Greenbelt to the Great Lakes, inland lakes and areas beyond
OPINION: Theatre, live music and other performing arts should be a priority in COVID-19 reopening plans

OPINION: Theatre, live music and other performing arts should be a priority in COVID-19 reopening plans

Prof asks, why are Ontario reopening rules treating live arts like a luxury instead of something critical?
Games, slots — and masks, physical distancing — slated for July 29 reopening of Casino Rama

Games, slots — and masks, physical distancing — slated for July 29 reopening of Casino Rama

Hotel, restaurants, concerts not included in first phase of reopening after 487-day shutdown
Vaughan restaurants among 8 charges laid for COVID-19 violations in York Region

Vaughan restaurants among 8 charges laid for COVID-19 violations in York Region

Enforcement officers targeted locations not following physical distancing requirements for outdoor dining
Is more enforcement needed? Continuous fireworks in Newmarket draw concerns

Is more enforcement needed? Continuous fireworks in Newmarket draw concerns

'It’s not (about) eradicating them, but we’re also being compassionate toward other people in our community who could be struggling,' therapist says
Newmarket opens first fully accessible splash pad (6 photos)

Newmarket opens first fully accessible splash pad (6 photos)

The $1.4M splash pad at Dr. Margaret Arkinstall Park is complete after pandemic-related construction delays
Strong winds, large hail, heavy rainfall possible today

Strong winds, large hail, heavy rainfall possible today

Severe thunderstorms are expected this afternoon and into this evening, Environment Canada advises
Pandemic curtails fundraising for Newmarket Islamic Centre expansion

Pandemic curtails fundraising for Newmarket Islamic Centre expansion

A new 16,000-square-foot facility, which would include a mosque, community centre and school, would accommodate the growing community