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Suspect fires gun at closed Markham business: YRP

Suspect fires gun at closed Markham business: YRP

Police seeking suspects, witnesses
Since ancient times, solstice a reminder that even darkest days give way to light

Since ancient times, solstice a reminder that even darkest days give way to light

It’s a tribute to the sun’s imminent return—a reason for everyone to celebrate. Best of all? No shopping lists required, columnist notes
Newmarket lifts ban on street parking during holidays

Newmarket lifts ban on street parking during holidays

You can now park on residential streets in Newmarket overnight until Jan. 3, but not during snowfall events
Newmarket is all lit up with festive spirit (25 photos)

Newmarket is all lit up with festive spirit (25 photos)

Central York Fire Services brings on two new deputies

Central York Fire Services brings on two new deputies

Dan Waters, Lorianne Zwicker to support new fire chief Rocco Volpe
York Region Transit offering free rides on New Year's Eve

York Region Transit offering free rides on New Year's Eve

Additional service changes coming into effect Dec. 22 and Jan. 5
POLL: Most say Trudeau should go, and want early election

POLL: Most say Trudeau should go, and want early election

After a turbulent week in Ottawa, very large majorities of readers say that Canada needs a federal election before October of 2025, the latest date it could legally be held, and also that it's time for Justin Trudeau to announce plans to end his term as leader of the federal Liberals
Beware winter hazards along local water bodies: conservation authority

Beware winter hazards along local water bodies: conservation authority

Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority offers safety tips for the season
New generation of Riverdance performers coming to Toronto

New generation of Riverdance performers coming to Toronto

'Riverdance 30 – The New Generation' will run from March 18 to 23 at the CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre
AT THE MOVIES: More hedgehogs? More Jim Carrey? More fun!

AT THE MOVIES: More hedgehogs? More Jim Carrey? More fun!

Sonic the Hedgehog 3 is the funniest (and most fan serving) film in the series, with great new characters and enough goofy antics to make you feel like a kid on Christmas morning