Remembrance: WW2 veteran Jim Parks recalls landing at Juno Beach
By Mike Anderson Private Jim Parks was 19 when he landed at Juno Beach on June 6, 1944, with the Royal Winnipeg Rifles (RWRs). He joined...
Local food bank calls for government funding to address food insecurity crisis
By Mike Anderson Faced with soaring food costs and increasing demand, the Georgina Community Food Pantry is calling on York Region and the Town of...
Dancing for a Cause: Georgina waltzes, steps and grooves at ‘Let’s Dance Around the World!’ fundraiser
By Ewa Chwojko-Srawley Georgina rocks! But also waltzes, steps and hip-hops! The "Let's Dance Around the World!" fundraiser for Georgina Cares, held at the ClearWater...
Keswick girl inspires new youth road safety initiative
By Michelle Poirier A new youth road safety initiative is ready to roll out across York Region next year, after a successful initial run. The initiative...
Scotiabank slated for closure after 120 years on High Street
By Mike Anderson Scotiabank has announced it will close its Sutton branch and move customers to its Keswick branch by April 18, 2024. According to a...
Green Glam: The Eco-Fashion Show
By Ewa Chwojko-Srawley Georgina, with its stunning landscapes and a community dedicated to protecting the environment, is just the right place for an eco-fashion show. A...
Georgina Senior Games – Showcase of Champions
By Ewa Chwojko-Srawley Resounding applause and echoes of cheers filled the hall at the ROC on October 18, at the award ceremony celebrating the winners...
Georgina delves into mysteries at the Mystic Fair
By Ewa Chwojko-Srawley The inaugural Georgina Mystic Fair, held on Friday, 13th October (date Intended!), drew an impressive crowd of over 1300 attendees. It was...
Georgina’s sweet tooth raises funds for Peaceful Hearts Foundation
By Ewa Chwojko-Srawley That makes four years in a row – Georgina has indulged in a gooey, buttery adventure like no other! This year the Tarts4Hearts Festival...
Evening vigil held at the ROC remembers victims of Hamas terrorist attacks
By Mike Anderson More than 50 people attended an evening vigil held Wednesday night at the ROC to remember the 1,200 victims of last weekend’s...
