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OUTDOORS: Absence of porcupines bit of a prickly issue

OUTDOORS: Absence of porcupines bit of a prickly issue

At one time, seeing a porcupine on a woodland walk was commonplace; outdoors columnist explains why that is no longer the case in our region
Southlake program helps young people cope with challenges of cancer

Southlake program helps young people cope with challenges of cancer

'There are unique concerns with this population that other folks don’t experience because it is a highly developmental time in their adolescent-to-young adult space,' says clinical nurse specialist
Newmarket gets its groove on with Woodstock Lives

Newmarket gets its groove on with Woodstock Lives

Historical show spotlighted at concert at NewRoads Performing Arts Centre
Regulations make natural burial unaffordable in Ontario: advocates

Regulations make natural burial unaffordable in Ontario: advocates

Provincially mandated fees are stopping the growth of natural burial grounds in Ontario, advocates for the sector say
Faded sign marks nearby ghost town of Glenville

Faded sign marks nearby ghost town of Glenville

Hamlet's once busy main street resembles a country lane today
ADOPT ME: Casino is a safe bet for a good pet

ADOPT ME: Casino is a safe bet for a good pet

This two-year-old Doberman has lots of cuddles and affection to give
TRILLIUM TALK: What you should know about Ontario's new housing bill

TRILLIUM TALK: What you should know about Ontario's new housing bill

Every Sunday morning, one of our legislative reporters from The Trillium provides an inside look at the week that was in Ontario politics — and the week ahead
Good morning, Newmarket!

Good morning, Newmarket!

Here's a look at the current local weather and gas prices
Holland Landing man clocked at 158 km/h on Hwy. 407: OPP

Holland Landing man clocked at 158 km/h on Hwy. 407: OPP

The 25-year-old is charged with stunt driving, police said
Story came together while walking the dog, says author

Story came together while walking the dog, says author

'What really pushed me into writing it was the two main characters, who nagged me into setting down their story,' says writer Pat Michener of her first novel