Local News
North Durham Nature’s April 27 webinar showcases Algonquin wildlife
By Jay Thibert
North Durham Nature is excited to feature the highly respected naturalist, natural history author and nature photographer, Michael Runtz, on our April...
Town introduces new textile waste diversion program
By Sarah Grishpul
Georgina is collaborating with Diabetes Canada and York University to introduce a new textile diversion program this year to reduce the number...
Local environmental groups say provincial projects threaten Lake Simcoe’s health
By Sarah Grishpul
Local environmental groups are concerned that the province is overlooking the impact its major infrastructure projects, like the Bradford Bypass, will have...
Routes Connecting Communities pivots during the pandemic
By: Michelle Poirier
Like many community-based organizations, Routes Connecting Communities, which provides affordable transportation services for seniors and those in need, had to pivot during...
Town plans to launch new campaign this summer to promote local businesses
By: Michelle Poirier
The Town of Georgina's Economic Development and Tourism department is gearing up to launch Georgina Made, a new campaign to highlight local...
Popular Keswick barbershop may close for good after latest lockdown
By: Mike Anderson
When Ralph Hirmann heard the news that he would have to close his barbershop again, he got angry.
After all, he thought he...
CGIFN waiting for federal funding to lift boil water advisory
By: Mike Anderson
Despite significant upgrades to the water treatment plant on Georgina Island, which were completed in December 2019, the Chippewas of Georgina Island...
AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccines available to residents age 55+ at select York Region pharmacies
Media Release
Eligible York Region residents can book appointments beginning Saturday, April 3, 2021
Newmarket – AstraZeneca vaccination appointments are now available in select York Region pharmacies...
York Region expanding COVID-19 vaccines to residents age 65 years and older
Media Release
York Region residents born in 1956 or before can book appointments beginning Wednesday, March 31, 2021 at 8:30 a.m.
Newmarket – The Regional Municipality of...
Vaccine shipping delay forces temporary closure of Georgina Ice Palace clinic
By: Mike Anderson
The Georgina Ice Palace vaccination clinic will be forced to close from April 2 to 5, due to delays in shipments of...
