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Good morning, Newmarket!

Here's a look at the current local weather and gas prices
Infection Control Week prompts public health advice

Infection Control Week prompts public health advice

During this week's National Infection Control Week, public health unit advises new COVID, flu vaccines should expand to general public by Oct. 30
Hong Kong prison ordeal abruptly ends for 'unwitting drug mule'

Hong Kong prison ordeal abruptly ends for 'unwitting drug mule'

Suzana Thayer, the victim of an alleged romance scam, spent nine months in prison before being released with no explanation
Queen's Park begins days-long debate on Israel-Hamas war

Queen's Park begins days-long debate on Israel-Hamas war

Politicians from all sides condemned terrorism by Hamas but the NDP also called for an end to the bombardment of Gaza, and said domestic politics are at play
Newmarket hospices have it in the bag with first Handbags for Hospice

Newmarket hospices have it in the bag with first Handbags for Hospice

Handbag-themed event on Thursday, Oct. 26 supports Margaret Bahen Hospice, Doane House Hospice in providing palliative care without cost
York school board offering support sessions for Jewish, Muslim families

York school board offering support sessions for Jewish, Muslim families

In response to concerns of potential hate incidents amidst conflict in Israel, Palestine, York Region District School Board offering virtual counselling tonight, and Oct. 20
Former U.S. Olympian launching her memoir in Newmarket

Former U.S. Olympian launching her memoir in Newmarket

Mary Sanders, former rhythmic gymnast and Cirque du Soleil acrobat, is hosting a book launch event in support of the Canadian Cancer Society at Old Town Hall Thursday
Moped driver injured, cab driver witness sought in Vaughan collision

Moped driver injured, cab driver witness sought in Vaughan collision

A taxi driver told officers he had dashcam footage, but left the scene before handing it over
Newmarket chamber recognized with national inclusive growth award

Newmarket chamber recognized with national inclusive growth award

The local business organization is being honoured with the prestigious new award from the Canadian Chamber of Commerce for 'outstanding efforts to advance economic reconciliation and foster diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility'
ROAD HOME: Broken system pushing food bank usage to all-time high

ROAD HOME: Broken system pushing food bank usage to all-time high

In this month's column, Blue Door CEO says the answer to addressing food insecurity lies in affordable housing