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Education unions concerned by early reading screening implementation

Education unions concerned by early reading screening implementation

Province mandating boards to have screening for kindergarten to Grade 2 starting in September as status quo is not acceptable, says Ministry of Education spokesperson
Share your memories of 'Growing Up Aurora' with historical society

Share your memories of 'Growing Up Aurora' with historical society

'Part of the reason for this exhibit is to highlight the more recent time period and get people involved because…I think people are very nostalgic for these memories,' says AHS curator
Ice cream lovers can help SickKids on DQ's Miracle Treat Day

Ice cream lovers can help SickKids on DQ's Miracle Treat Day

On Aug. 10, net proceeds from every DQ Blizzard sold will help SickKids Hospital
Good morning, Newmarket!

Good morning, Newmarket!

Here's a look at the current local weather and gas prices
VIDEO: Ron MacLean open to 'cameo role' next season

VIDEO: Ron MacLean open to 'cameo role' next season

Back for another year at Hockey Night in Canada, iconic host told our podcast that it's 'very important' to have a succession plan; 'I don't mind playing on the fourth line'
Large sinkhole closes Highway 400 southbound lane near Bradford

Large sinkhole closes Highway 400 southbound lane near Bradford

Left lane north of Line 5 to remain closed until at least Tuesday, according to the Ontario Provincial Police.
Health Canada wants your opinions on long-term care services

Health Canada wants your opinions on long-term care services

New process is asking for input by Sept. 21 on developing new standards for long-term care in every province and territory
Fond memories endure following end of Magna Hoedown

Fond memories endure following end of Magna Hoedown

As the impossible-to-miss white tent went up on the lawns of Magna each summer, it was a sure sign that September was coming and, with it, an extravaganza of music, giving and memory-making
Good Brothers, Sadies show Newmarket a real good time

Good Brothers, Sadies show Newmarket a real good time

Building for future was Barnes’ mission in life — and in death

Building for future was Barnes’ mission in life — and in death

As he looked back at the end of his life, active volunteer, artist, environmentalist Gordon Barnes said the blueprint to success is simple: having a good start