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Student Vote program brings democracy to the classroom

Student Vote program brings democracy to the classroom

As many as 250,000 elementary and secondary students are expected to cast Student Vote ballots in the lead up to and on June 2
Newmarket-Aurora candidates weigh in on subway development

Newmarket-Aurora candidates weigh in on subway development

'They’ll feel they can treat Newmarket, Aurora (this way). There will be a precedent,' member of residents' group says of provincial planning for development near transit
Good morning, Newmarket!

Good morning, Newmarket!

Here's a look at the current local weather and gas prices
Newmarket puts the brakes on asking public about 30 km/h roads

Newmarket puts the brakes on asking public about 30 km/h roads

Council approves speed reduction for part of Lorne, but delays on public consultation regarding dropping limits on more roads
Newmarket council endorses public art plan for Mulock Park

Newmarket council endorses public art plan for Mulock Park

Park to feature beacon statue, forest and garden art stops, with community 'kept in the loop' about art projects
Georgian College covering tuition for new PSW program

Georgian College covering tuition for new PSW program

Accelerated PSW program starts Aug. 15 at Barrie, Muskoka, Orangeville, Owen Sound campuses
York Region urges more uptake on third COVID-19 vaccines

York Region urges more uptake on third COVID-19 vaccines

Pakes said third dose is an "immunological sweet spot," younger generations trailing behind coverage
Newmarket Skating Club honours coach's 50-year career

Newmarket Skating Club honours coach's 50-year career

'The number of people that know how to skate in this community because of her is massive ... She's a community builder,' says club secretary of Ann Broughton
Newmarket breakfast spot Mel's Dinor closing after 21 years

Newmarket breakfast spot Mel's Dinor closing after 21 years

Owner James Sheng said he is looking forward to taking a break but will miss his regular customers that have become like family
2 teens arrested after video posted threatening Aurora schools

2 teens arrested after video posted threatening Aurora schools

In the video, a teen made a threat while holding what appeared to be a gun, York Regional Police say