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ATV goes through ice on Holland River

ATV goes through ice on Holland River

Driver had to wait in water to be rescued
VIDEO: Poor, ignored wrists can benefit from strengthening exercises

VIDEO: Poor, ignored wrists can benefit from strengthening exercises

In this week's video, athletic therapist Jen Mark shows you how to develop this often ignored part of the body that's crucial for performing daily tasks — not to mention typing and tweeting — and sport
'Baby boomers beware': Young-onset dementia cases increasing

'Baby boomers beware': Young-onset dementia cases increasing

Newmarket's Jean Cooper, whose husband was diagnosed with dementia before age 65, is an advocate for increased awareness of the disease that's 'on the edge of a pandemic'
Casino Rama may add smoking room with slots to meet consumer demand

Casino Rama may add smoking room with slots to meet consumer demand

Union vows to fight move amid fears about large, new casino opening in Pickering; 'It is a huge concern for the future of Rama,' says official
In fair weather and foul, Newmarket's early doctors made house calls

In fair weather and foul, Newmarket's early doctors made house calls

In this week's Remember This?, History Hound Richard MacLeod reviews the town's early physicians, druggists and dentists
CANADA: Sequins, tie-dye, and other popular prom trends this year

CANADA: Sequins, tie-dye, and other popular prom trends this year

There are a few trends to keep in mind that are age-appropriate and will ensure your teen shines on their big day, fashion expert says
Lake Simcoe RIDE blitz finds nearly a third of drivers consumed alcohol

Lake Simcoe RIDE blitz finds nearly a third of drivers consumed alcohol

More than 100 drivers of snowmobiles and ATVS were stopped by police in the two-day campaign
Good morning, Newmarket!

Good morning, Newmarket!

Happy Saturday!
WORLD: Expert answers your burning coronavirus questions

WORLD: Expert answers your burning coronavirus questions

Expert clarifies misconceptions around closing borders, and how to get tested
Public health warns about large events as 7th COVID-19 case confirmed in York Region

Public health warns about large events as 7th COVID-19 case confirmed in York Region

'Unfortunately, we don’t have 100 per cent assurance that every traveller from a high-risk place, the newest being Iran, observes the 14-day period of self-isolation, even though we may call them frequently,” York medical officer of health says