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Police seek witnesses following fatal collision in King

Police seek witnesses following fatal collision in King

The driver of the Subaru was ejected and the Subaru caught on fire
New group nurtures sense of belonging among Newmarket's Black community

New group nurtures sense of belonging among Newmarket's Black community

The Newmarket African Caribbean Canadian Association officially launches in February 2019, but much is going on now behind the scenes to plan for celebrations of Black culture and history.
Follow these safety tips for a sweet Halloween

Follow these safety tips for a sweet Halloween

Don't criss-cross back and forth across across the street when trick-or-treating, and avoid going out alone.
In the mood for a ghost story?

In the mood for a ghost story?

“That’s where I was touched on my shoulder, up in the musician’s loft. There’s a spirit that wanders around up there," says Tara VanderMeulen, of the 500+-member Haunted Barrie group, about her otherworldly experience at the South Simcoe Theatre in Cookstown
Good morning, Newmarket!

Good morning, Newmarket!

Sunny skies today give way to gathering clouds and rain tonight
Roll up your sleeve, it's time to get your flu shot

Roll up your sleeve, it's time to get your flu shot

The annual public health campaign kicked off today urging you to get your free flu shot to stay healthy and prevent visits to our already overburdened hospital emergency departments during flu season. Help get the word out by sharing your flu shot photo on social media using the hashtag #FightTheFlu.
LETTER: Bradford farmer shouldn't be complaining

LETTER: Bradford farmer shouldn't be complaining

What kind of baloney is this, says a letter writer in response to a story about a Bradford farmer who said he has struggled under Ontario's regulatory burden, increasing minimum wage and hydro costs.
Lash out online, face criminal charges, police warn students

Lash out online, face criminal charges, police warn students

A social media threat that resulted in a hold and secure at Newmarket’s Huron Heights Secondary School last week resulted in charges against a 14-year-old boy, signalling how seriously police view these online incidents.
Aurora Tigers claim victory in Battle of Yonge tourney

Aurora Tigers claim victory in Battle of Yonge tourney

The Newmarket Redmen's home office will have to display the Aurora Tigers jersey after a 64 to 52 games loss in the annual rep hockey tournament that makes the most of the friendly rivalry between the two neighbouring towns.
Halloween goes Main Street in Newmarket

Halloween goes Main Street in Newmarket

Newmarket's BIA hosted a Halloween parade and activities on Main Street Sunday