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Lake Simcoe conservation authority looking for environmental heroes

Lake Simcoe conservation authority looking for environmental heroes

You can nominate someone who is doing great things for the health of the Lake Simcoe watershed by June 2
Here's how you can 'get green' for Earth Day in Newmarket

Here's how you can 'get green' for Earth Day in Newmarket

You'll be able to recycle electronics, plant a tree, buy a rain barrel or help clean up your community park
'The rewards are endless': Community steps up to aid injured wildlife

'The rewards are endless': Community steps up to aid injured wildlife

'If an animal needs help, I will always get involved. They can’t help themselves,' says volunteer with Procyon Wildlife Rehabilitation and Education Centre
Hero dad's 12-hour workout challenge raises funds for autism

Hero dad's 12-hour workout challenge raises funds for autism

Inspired by son Caleb, York Regional Police Const. Adam McEachern is seeking your support as he takes on his third annual Autism Heroes challenge Saturday, April 15
York Region food bank seeks support to meet rising food costs

York Region food bank seeks support to meet rising food costs

'So far in 2023, the number of people accessing our network has increased by over 20 per cent in comparison to the same period in 2022,' says Food Bank of York Region CEO
Yellow Brick House 'Breaks the Silence' on domestic violence

Yellow Brick House 'Breaks the Silence' on domestic violence

The May 5 gala aims to raise $200,000 to support nights of safety for women and their children at the shelter
OMHA, KidSport team up to remove financial barriers for youth

OMHA, KidSport team up to remove financial barriers for youth

'More kids than ever before have been left out of participating because costs are increasing,' said official, noting KidSport will provide up to $300 per player for fees
York Region Animal Centre marks 35 years of compassion, care

York Region Animal Centre marks 35 years of compassion, care

The Ontario SPCA and Humane Society is also celebrating a milestone this year — 150 years of caring for animals in need across the province
CFUW hosting home, garden tour in Newmarket and area

CFUW hosting home, garden tour in Newmarket and area

The tour will feature six homes and two gardens in Holland Landing, Aurora, Newmarket, and Oak Ridges; proceeds from the tour benefit the club’s scholarship program for young women
York organizations partner to improve children, family services

York organizations partner to improve children, family services

York Region Children’s Aid Society, Dnaagdawenmag Binnoojiiyag Child and Family Services, and Jewish Family and Child Service host Newmarket forum to discuss needed changes