Local art gallery launches virtual portal for artists and aspiring artists
By: Ewa Chwojko What do toilet paper rolls and art have in common? Look at the images below! When you unleash your creative powers even humble...
Routes offers phone call service for residents feeling isolated during the pandemic
By: James Burrows When you're anxious there's nothing better than hearing a friendly voice at the end of the phone. That feeling of being connected...
Mayor of Georgina’s statement on COVID-19
Media Release: Georgina, ON – The following is a statement from Mayor Margaret Quirk on the COVID-19 pandemic in the Town of Georgina: “This week marks one...
Legions begin fundraising to save branches as financial challenges mount
TORONTO — A number of Royal Canadian Legion branches across the country have launched online fundraising efforts to keep their doors open after suffering...
Pandemic raises fears for families with loved ones in long-term care
By: Mike Anderson With more than 50 nursing homes across the province reporting outbreaks of COVID-19, these are anxious times for people with loved ones...
Community initiatives pop up during COVID-19 crisis
By: Michelle Poirier While the COVID-19 crisis brings anxiety and uncertainty, it is also inspires the best in people. And that's what's happening in Georgina,...
Bars, cannabis sector eligible for $40B credit program from government bank
TORONTO — Devastated bars and lounges as well as the country’s hard-hit cannabis sector will have access to $40 billion in new credit being made...
York Regional Forest closed to the public until further notice
By: Mike Anderson York Region has closed its 21 forest tracts in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. In Georgina, the Metro Rd., Cronsberry and...
Editorial: The case for wearing a face mask
By: Mike Anderson From the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic our public health officials have been unanimous in their condemnation of uninfected people wearing face...
Town of Georgina challenges community to donate to local food bank
By: Mike Anderson The Town of Georgina will match each dollar donated by the community to the Georgina Community Food Pantry, up to a total...
