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Volunteers needed for Newmarket's Santa Claus parade

Volunteers needed for Newmarket's Santa Claus parade

Parade committee is searching for a volunteer band co-ordinator and treasurer in preparation for the parade Nov. 18.
Local kids with cancer getting free port shirts to ease anxiety

Local kids with cancer getting free port shirts to ease anxiety

Design-your-own kits being sent to Southlake and other hospitals 'will provide much needed fun for these brave kids'
New Newmarket housing to support seniors escaping domestic violence

New Newmarket housing to support seniors escaping domestic violence

United Way and federal government are providing $1.6 million in funding for Blue Door to purchase a fourplex in Newmarket to support individuals experiencing homelessness
Kempenfest takes over Barrie waterfront this weekend

Kempenfest takes over Barrie waterfront this weekend

51st annual arts and crafts festival, not to mention loads of live entertainment, kicks off Friday at 5 p.m.; Finger Eleven hits the stage Friday night
Tavares back on the top line for Barn Burner charity hockey game

Tavares back on the top line for Barn Burner charity hockey game

Toronto Maple Leafs captain will be joined by fellow NHLers Bo Horvat and Andrew Mangiapane, among others, for Aug. 9 event in Barrie
ADOPT ME: Blue has a colourful personality

ADOPT ME: Blue has a colourful personality

This American bulldog can be easily won over with some treats
'It’s difficult': Coats for Kids in need of new home this winter

'It’s difficult': Coats for Kids in need of new home this winter

Newmarket Lions Clubs' are seeking new donated space so they can continue to provide free winter clothing to local families in need come October
'Gave me so much hope': Parkinson's SuperWalk returns to Newmarket

'Gave me so much hope': Parkinson's SuperWalk returns to Newmarket

Shortly after her husband was diagnosed, Katherine Viegas was inspired to step up to volunteer for the Saturday, Sept. 9 fundraising event at Fairy Lake after meeting a family that gave her hope for the future
HELPERS: Local volunteer pays community’s support forward

HELPERS: Local volunteer pays community’s support forward

When Nina Doiron’s family arrived in Canada as refugees 40 years ago, the outpouring of support from the local community was enormous. Today, her volunteer work honours their generosity.
York Region Youth Food Committee calling for submissions to community booklet

York Region Youth Food Committee calling for submissions to community booklet

The theme of the booklet is food for thought and submissions can range from essays to pieces of art. The deadline for submissions is July 31 at 11:59 p.m.