September 1, 2010 / News

More than 50 route and schedule changes will improve YRT services

York Region is introducing more than 50 York Region Transit (YRT) / Viva route and schedule changes this fall to improve services. More...

Be careful and reduce the risk of illness during hot and humid weather

York Region issued a heat advisory Monday as a result of hot temperatures and high humidity. The Region issues heat advisories when Environment Canada issues a Special Weather Statement relating to extreme heat and humidity in the area. More...

16.8 per cent of GTA population

York continued to grow in 2009

York Region recently released the Economic and Development Review 2009, a publication that showcases economic indicators such as demographics, job and employment conditions, the local real estate market, construction activities and the competitivene More...

Man charged after vandalism at school

A 21-year-old Caledon man was charged with mischief under $5,000 and entering a place to commit an indictable offence, and the investigation continues. This is in connection with a June 10 incident at St. More...

Summer internship program gives students experience at York Central Hospital

In July, York Central Hospital and Jean Vanier JV) Catholic High School launched the inaugural program for the Specialist High Skills Major (SHSM). More...

Schomberg resident Greco to seek Ward 5 seat on council

Schomberg resident Paul Greco is seeking the Ward 5 seat on King Township council in this year’s municipal election. More...

KEEPING TO THE RYHTHM

Yoruba House Project and Scared Women Centres International hosted the Harvest Celebrations 2010 at Laskay Hall Saturday. More...

Mixed views from MPPs on plan to strengthen pensions

By Bill Rea The provincial government is working on a broad package of reforms, aimed at helping to strengthen Ontario’s pensions. More...

Police holding recruiting session next Wednesday

The York Regional Police Recruiting Unit invites anyone who is interested in a career in policing to an information session next Wednesday (Sept. 8) at Newmarket Theatre, at 505 Pickering Cres., in Newmarket. It will run from 7 until 8:30 p.m. More...