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Donation criteria updates mean more people can give blood

Donation criteria updates mean more people can give blood

Canadian Blood Services aims to fill 66 vacant appointments for the Tuesday, Nov. 20 blood donor clinic at Newmarket Community Centre.
Police seeking witnesses to fatal collision in Stouffville

Police seeking witnesses to fatal collision in Stouffville

The 62-year-old driver of a waste disposal truck died in hospital following a collision with a dump truck on Aurora Road during Friday morning's heavy snowfall
LGBTQ2 friends, families, allies urged to have say on survey

LGBTQ2 friends, families, allies urged to have say on survey

It's an important time to show your support, Pflag York Region president said in response to a resolution that denies gender identity passing at the Ontario PC Party's weekend convention
It's World Toilet Day . . . yes, that's a thing

It's World Toilet Day . . . yes, that's a thing

Whether you leave the toilet seat up or down, we can all agree there are certain things which should never be flushed down the toilet
Good morning, Newmarket!

Good morning, Newmarket!

Sun in the morning, but becoming cloudy in the afternoon with a high of plus 3
Deck the halls without any falls

Deck the halls without any falls

During Fall Prevention Month, CARP offers a few tips for safely welcoming older guests into your home during the holidays
Alzheimer Society’s GivingTuesday campaign brings gift of music to those with dementia

Alzheimer Society’s GivingTuesday campaign brings gift of music to those with dementia

By donating to AS York's Music Project on Nov. 27, you are helping to bring happiness and stimulation to local residents living with Alzheimer’s and other dementias
Alliance of Educators for Black Students hosts family conference

Alliance of Educators for Black Students hosts family conference

York Region District School Board students, staff, families and community members are invited to register for the Nov. 24 AEBS conference that aims to support students and families as they navigate the school experience and work toward success
This storm chaser is more of a sky watcher

This storm chaser is more of a sky watcher

Ontario stormchaser David Chapman shares his fascination and passion for wall clouds, tornadoes and other wild weather
Sisters' bonds with Barrie band span almost a lifetime

Sisters' bonds with Barrie band span almost a lifetime

Ties to high school band, community's musical bond have Newmarket resident heading north with her drum set