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Speeding drivers on nearly empty roads remain 'a problem', York police say

Speeding drivers on nearly empty roads remain 'a problem', York police say

22-year-old Bradford man travelling 170 in an 80 km/h zone was charged with impaired, stunt driving on Bloomington last night
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Ontario has 379 new COVID-19 cases; 2 more deaths in York Region

Ontario has 379 new COVID-19 cases; 2 more deaths in York Region

One more case in Newmarket, 2 more in Aurora, among 21 additional confirmed cases in the region this morning
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Mark World Health Day today by supporting Southlake during COVID-19 fight

Mark World Health Day today by supporting Southlake during COVID-19 fight

The foundation's COVID-19 action fund will help purchase needed equipment, including portable isolation tents, ventilators, PPE
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Please don't go to the cottage, Simcoe County urges

Please don't go to the cottage, Simcoe County urges

Stay close to home; 'Seasonal property owners may feel inclined to return early to distance themselves from urban centres amidst the COVID-19 pandemic,' says warden
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Good morning, Newmarket!

Good morning, Newmarket!

Find something good in the day today
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BEYOND LOCAL: How home cooking could make a comeback during COVID-19 pandemic

BEYOND LOCAL: How home cooking could make a comeback during COVID-19 pandemic

Self-isolating may mean many Canadians will be forced to spend more time in the kitchen, a place that’s been foreign to most millennials, according to a new survey
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Arrest warrant issued for Newmarket man following Beaverton drug bust

Arrest warrant issued for Newmarket man following Beaverton drug bust

Durham police say the man ran off during a routine traffic stop that resulted in the seizure of more than $20,000 in cash and drugs Saturday night
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Newmarket yet to reach peak in COVID-19 cases: York Region medical officer of health

Newmarket yet to reach peak in COVID-19 cases: York Region medical officer of health

While York Region is likely nearing its 'plateau', Dr. Karim Kurji identifies Newmarket as one of three communities where cases are continuing to rise
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Backlash brews over closure of York Regional Forest's 120-km trail system

Backlash brews over closure of York Regional Forest's 120-km trail system

Convergence of cars, people during peak spring time prompted the move, which will help prevent further spread of COVID-19, region spokesperson says
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Emergency order allows first responders to access COVID-19 positive status information

Emergency order allows first responders to access COVID-19 positive status information

The move comes in an effort to protect frontline first responders who are at great risk of being directly exposed to COVID-19
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