New strategy in the works to grow agriculture sector
Following the success of its first Agriculture and Agri-Food Sector Strategy, York Region will develop a new strategy to help
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Community
Town hires new director of public works
The Town of Stouffville hires Vaughan leader to head up its public works department. Coupled with a Master of Engineering
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Yellow Brick House honours past donors
George Redak, Local Journalism Initiative reporter Yellow Brick House, an organization providing services and programs to women and children suffering
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Almost all types of crimes increased in 2022: police
The total number of incidents reported to York Regional Police (YRP) increased 9.7 per cent last year – 52.8 per
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YR report highlights court technology updates
York Region Court and Tribunal Services 2022 annual report showcases the advancements made to the courts’ system, allowing for improvements
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Grant helps equip WSFES with state-of-the-art drone
Whitchurch-Stouffville Fire and Emergency Services (WSFES) are now better equipped to handle emergencies and keep the local community of Stouffville
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York Region CAO to step down in ‘bittersweet moment’
Following a 16-year career as York Region’s Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) and nearly 33 years of public service, Bruce Macgregor
Read MoreWell-being a ‘core mandate’ of school board budget
The public school board will spend $1.6 million to hire permanent social workers, psychological and occupational therapists, and speech-language pathologists
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Stouffville Village will be Rock ‘N Rollin on Canada Day
Make sure to cruise on over to Main Street in the Village of Stouffville for the Rock ‘N Roll Classic
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Markham to receive ‘strong mayor’ powers
Strong mayor powers will be extended to the City of Markham, along with 25 additional municipalities, to get shovels in
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