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Local libraries hope Ford government review lifts 20-year funding freeze

Local libraries hope Ford government review lifts 20-year funding freeze

A $51-million boost for local libraries in the former Liberal government's budget is on hold as Ontario’s new Conservative government works its way through a line-by-line audit of Liberal spending. The Town has allocated $4 million to Newmarket Public Library for 2018.
Diet meal replacements that may contain harmful bacteria recalled

Diet meal replacements that may contain harmful bacteria recalled

One person has become sick consuming the diet products
Good morning, Newmarket!

Good morning, Newmarket!

Clouds gather today and showers begin in the evening
Free family movie Sunday celebrates National Forest Week

Free family movie Sunday celebrates National Forest Week

York Region and the Town of Newmarket are hosting the free screening of Dr. Suess' The Lorax at the Old Town Hall, 460 Botsford Street from 12:30 to 2 p.m. Sept. 30.
Rebel Heartland takes over downtown for re-enactment weekend

Rebel Heartland takes over downtown for re-enactment weekend

The Rebellion of 1837 returned yesterday and continues today until 5 p.m. at various downtown locations and at Fairy Lake Park with the re-enactment of the battle involving the Reformers, supported by the Quakers, and the red-coated militia.  
Nine farmers markets you can visit this season

Nine farmers markets you can visit this season

It's harvest season in York Region
Newmarket board gamers bring strategy, friendship to the table

Newmarket board gamers bring strategy, friendship to the table

Billion-dollar tabletop gaming industry finds local fan base growing
Good morning, Newmarket!

Good morning, Newmarket!

Daytime temperatures rise to a high of 19°C under sunny skies today
You are invited to say farewell to Newmarket mayor, councillor

You are invited to say farewell to Newmarket mayor, councillor

Mayor Tony Van Bynen and Ward 2 Councillor Dave Kerwin are holding community farewell events next weekend for their upcoming retirements
Construction on York Region's first university to begin at end of year

Construction on York Region's first university to begin at end of year

Partnerships like the one with Newmarket's NewMakeIt exemplify the strategy for student success at the new York University Markham Centre Campus, official says