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'A glimpse of hope': Tragedy inspires new song from singer/songwriter

'A glimpse of hope': Tragedy inspires new song from singer/songwriter

Shane Cloutier says new song, album is 'a cathartic response to some traumatic events in my life, facing the death of my wife and mother of my children'
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'Crazy cat lady' reunites lost pets with owners

'Crazy cat lady' reunites lost pets with owners

Local pet owners have been reunited with their cats, dogs, birds and even reptiles, thanks to Irene Louro, founder of a local lost and found pet Facebook page
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Ontario government makes U-turn on in-car beginner driver training

Ontario government makes U-turn on in-car beginner driver training

Newmarket driving school owner welcomes news that puts students back on the road
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The benefits of dandelion, and other herbal health hacks

The benefits of dandelion, and other herbal health hacks

There are a number of herbs that are indigenous to our area that are very medicinal in nature, nutritionist Nonie De Long advises
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Chickadees are the friendliest birds you'll ever meet (6 photos)

Chickadees are the friendliest birds you'll ever meet (6 photos)

LISTEN: Their song is two notes, and it often sounds like they are calling out to their friends like "yoo-hoo!" 
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Book Time: 7 fun books that will keep kids reading this summer

Book Time: 7 fun books that will keep kids reading this summer

Who could resist answers to the question 'why' and science experiments that you can eat?
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Thunderstorms on the way, heat continues, says Environment Canada

Thunderstorms on the way, heat continues, says Environment Canada

Severe thunderstorms are possible today
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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

No new cases in Newmarket, 16 active cases; York Region reports 3 new cases, lowest number since March 13; spike continues in Ontario with 164 new cases
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COVID-19: Majority of Canadians believe fraudulent CERB users should be fined

COVID-19: Majority of Canadians believe fraudulent CERB users should be fined

An Ipsos poll also found that the older population doesn't want to see CERB extended as much as the younger generation does
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Organization gives forgotten dogs hope for a new family

Organization gives forgotten dogs hope for a new family

Lost Boys Hope is accepting applications from families looking to adopt
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