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103-year-old local hero captured the hearts of many with his courage, optimism

1 week ago | newmarkettoday.ca | Debora Kelly

George Markow remained a local hero and deeply patriotic Canadian to the very end. Passing away March 22 just shy of his 104th birthday, the Newmarket man who gained widespread acclaim when he walked a total of 100 kilometres by his 100th birthday to raise $180,000 for Southlake Health and Sunnybrook Research Institute during the pandemic in September 2020 continued to inspire those around him with his optimism, gratitude and desire to give back.
Newmarket advocate urges candidates to support Palestinian human rights

1 week ago | newmarkettoday.ca | Joseph Quigley

Newmarket resident Shameela Shakeel has long been an advocate for Palestine. And she has long been critical of the treatment of Palestinians by Israel’s regime, well before the most recent conflict. With the federal election underway, Shakeel wanted to see candidates be willing to stand up for Palestinian rights. “We’ve failed the Palestinian people. It’s honestly the least we can do,” Shakeel said. “It’s important for people to be aware.
PEOPLE'S PANEL: Talking federal election with Newmarket-Aurora voters

1 week ago | newmarkettoday.ca | Joseph Quigley

Meet NewmarketToday's federal election voters panel — as the campaign heats up and Election Day on April 28 approaches, we asked some engaged residents in the riding of Newmarket-Aurora to share their thoughts and opinions about the issues and happenings on the campaign trail, as well as which candidates they are supporting and why. We'll touch base with them again next week and after election. Chris Emanuel said he knows who he is voting for, though he remains non-partisan.
Coming Up at Council: Newmarket exploring options for more granny flats

1 week ago | newmarkettoday.ca | Joseph Quigley

Newmarket council will examine how regulations can encourage more detached additional residential units to help provide needed housing in the community. Council will hold a special workshop Monday, April 14 on the units, which are separate, smaller buildings on existing residential properties. Council will also consider finalizing its decision to take down U.S. flags from arenas.
Trump tariffs, economy focus of Liberal, Conservative campaigns

1 week ago | newmarkettoday.ca | Anja Karadeglija

OTTAWA — U.S. President Donald Trump and his punishing tariffs got top billing in the federal election again Friday, as the third week of campaigning drew toward a close. Liberal Leader Mark Carney left the campaign trail for the third time to return to Ottawa for a meeting with his cabinet committee on Canada-U. S. relations following a week of Trump-inflicted global economic turmoil.
‘Inspiring and humbling’: Annual Aurora art show returns for 61st year

2 weeks ago | newmarkettoday.ca | Bailey Moreton

“A cherished community tradition” will transform Aurora Town Hall into a gallery housing hundreds of pieces of art next month. Returning for its 61st year, the Aurora Art Show and Sale is on May 3 and May 4, as the Town of Aurora partners with the Society of York Region Artists for the event.
B.C. human rights commissioner says guardianship law 'opaque,' lacks oversight

2 weeks ago | newmarkettoday.ca | Ashley Joannou

A British Columbia woman could not find her very ill spouse for three months after her loved one was detained by provincial authorities. The province’s human rights commissioner said it's one example of the lack of transparency in the process that detains people under B.C.’s Adult Guardianship Act, leaving families in the dark, those in care without their rights and government authorities standing on questionable legal footing.
Southlake considering eight sites for new hospital location

2 weeks ago | newmarkettoday.ca | Joseph Quigley

Southlake Health is considering eight possible locations in East Gwillimbury, Georgina and Bradford West Gwillimbury that could be the home of its second hospital site. The hospital is undertaking a search process to find a site for a new second facility, while it will continue to operate the existing overcrowded site in Newmarket. Southlake put out a call for land suitable for a large community hospital several months ago.
PURSUIT: OJHL inducting Newmarket hockey stars, builder into hall of fame

2 weeks ago | newmarkettoday.ca | Joseph Quigley

Trent Walford said playing hockey for Newmarket in the Ontario Junior Hockey League was life changing. Raised in Mississauga but born in Newmarket, Walford said he tried out for the Newmarket 87s since he had plenty of family in the area. Walford made the team and said the coach, Wes Jarvis, helped him blossom. From there, Walford helped lead the team to a league title and make a mark on OHJL history, scoring the most points ever in a single season.
Newmarket to take 'symbolic action' of removing U.S. flags at arenas

2 weeks ago | newmarkettoday.ca | Joseph Quigley

The Town of Newmarket has decided to take down permanent American flags in local areas in response to recent U.S. trade policies. Newmarket council committee of the whole voted for the move April 7 as residents expressed concern about the flags hanging at the Magna Centre and Ray Twinney Recreation Complex. However, Newmarket will include a caveat that the flags be put back up when visiting teams come to Newmarket, namely U.S. teams coming over the border for hockey tournaments.