York’s Next Generation 911 improves location accuracy
York’s Next Generation 911 (NG911) network enhances emergency communications and continues advancing improvements to support future service delivery. “York Region
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Police Chief Jim MacSween retires
York Regional Police Chief Jim MacSween has retired after dedicating 37 years to policing, including the past six as chief
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Significant partnership investment accelerates smart mobility innovation
The Regional Municipality of York has been named an Ontario Vehicle Innovation Network (OVIN) Regional Technology Development Site (RTDS). The
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Markham-York Region Greek Festival returns in July
The Markham Greek Festival is set to return this July, bringing six evenings of authentic food, music and culture to
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‘Travel far and wide’ at Family Fun Fest
You’re invited to “travel far and wide” this summer without ever leaving home. That’s the theme of Markham Public Library’s
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Public school board approves $1.7-billion budget
Student achievement and well-being are the focus of the York Region District School Board’s (YRDSB) $1.7-billion 2026-27 budget. “As we
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New milestone for Highway 7 East BRT
York Region is advancing plans for the Highway 7 East Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) corridor, a key rapid transit project
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York Region Food Bank use surges 57% in five years
Food bank usage in York Region has increased by 57 per cent over the past five years, according to a
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YRP conduct proactive patrol to inform shop owners about counterfeit goods
York Regional Police conducted proactive patrol aimed at shops suspected of selling counterfeit goods through outreach and education. On June
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Canada’s top badminton player to compete at YONEX Canada Open
Canadian international badminton player Victor Lai made history this month, becoming the first Canadian to win a Super 1000 on
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