Local News
COVID-19 effects York Region Transit schedules
By: Michelle Poirier
York Region Transit is making some changes to their schedules effective March 23.
"With the closure of schools, businesses and public spaces, in...
What to do if you think you have been infected with COVID-19
By: James Burrows
If you believe you have symptoms of COVID-19 the Ontario Government is asking you to immediately self isolate and use the online...
Local food bank sees increased demand due to pandemic
By: Michelle Poirier
Residents laid-off as a result of the
pandemic are beginning to show up at the local food bank, according to
Catherine Cook, Executive Director...
Georgina residents self-isolate to stop COVID-19 spread
By: Michelle Poirier
With public health officials repeatedly urging people to practice social distancing and to self-isolate at home for weeks, it looks like the...
Town of Georgina declares state of emergency over COVID-19 pandemic
By: Mike Anderson
Mayor Margaret Quirk has issued a declaration of emergency in response to COVID-19.
“There is no need to panic, but we do...
Town of Georgina opens Emergency Operations Centre to deal with COVID-19 pandemic
By: Mike Anderson
The Town of Georgina has activated its Emergency Operations Centre but hasn't yet declared a state of emergency, according to Mayor Margaret...
Southlake cancels visitor hours and reduces elective services to prepare for COVID-19 pandemic
By: Mike Anderson
Southlake Regional Health Centre will not be accepting visitors, except under extenuating circumstances, effective March 19, according to a media release issued...
East Gwillimbury woman tests positive for COVID-19
By: Mike Anderson
A young woman in her 20s from East Gwillimbury has tested positive for COVID-19, according to York Region Public Health.
She contracted novel...
Town closes Civic Centre to the public
Media Release
The Town of Georgina Civic Centre, located at 26557 Civic Centre Rd., is closed to the public effective immediately. The Fire Services administrative...
Three COVID-19 assessment centres open in York Region
By: Mike Anderson
Markham-Stouffville Hospital will open a COVID-19 assessment centre on March 18, according to a media release from York Region Public Health.
It will...
