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Newmarket elementary teachers hit picket line, vow to not back down (7 photos)

Newmarket elementary teachers hit picket line, vow to not back down (7 photos)

'It’s a whole community event here today, that’s what I’m seeing all the way around the region, and that’s encouraging,' ETFO York Region local vice-president says
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Scouters share pro-tips on how to survive in the cold

Scouters share pro-tips on how to survive in the cold

First Chief Scout Lord Baden-Powell knew a thing or two and Canada's youngest outdoor experts are sharing cold-weather tips gleaned from the storehouse of knowledge kept by scouters
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Fraudsters still using Google Play gift card scam

Fraudsters still using Google Play gift card scam

South Simcoe Police received several reports of citizens being contacted by suspects claiming to act on behalf of a government agency or credit company
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Barrie police still looking for answers in fatal snow plow collision

Barrie police still looking for answers in fatal snow plow collision

A Spanish translator will interview the seriously injured woman about the collision Friday that killed a 26-year-old Bradford woman
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LETTER: What qualifies as an emergency in Newmarket?

LETTER: What qualifies as an emergency in Newmarket?

Those needing roofs over their heads and food on the table, and jobs they can depend on should rank first if council is voting on resolutions to declare an emergency, letter writer says
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Newmarket's Tuptim Thai charged for food premises violation

Newmarket's Tuptim Thai charged for food premises violation

No other charges were laid during York Region public health inspections Jan. 13 to 19
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Historic Simpson building to be reconstructed, developer fined

Historic Simpson building to be reconstructed, developer fined

Main Street Clock Inc. acknowledges demolition of Newmarket Main Street building was unauthorized, agrees to follow 'stringent conditions'
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It's Blue Monday: Here are 5 tips to cope with depression, anxiety

It's Blue Monday: Here are 5 tips to cope with depression, anxiety

York Support Services Networks provides 24-7 mental health support by phone, live chat and online
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CANADA: Cheating may be under-reported across universities, colleges

CANADA: Cheating may be under-reported across universities, colleges

Violations of academic integrity show Canada is not immune to academic misconduct — and more research is needed to effectively ensure academic quality, prof says
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Magician writes book to inspire kids to believe 'I can'

Magician writes book to inspire kids to believe 'I can'

Scott Dietrich, along with wife Denise Garrido, are bringing a message of empowerment, perseverance and belief in one's self to local children
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