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Coronavirus (COVID-19) Local News

Run for Southlake postponed

Run for Southlake postponed

Nature’s Emporium Run for Southlake on April 26, 2020 postponed due to Coronavirus
Newmarket mayor in self-isolation, awaiting COVID-19 test results

Newmarket mayor in self-isolation, awaiting COVID-19 test results

'If you believe that you have had contact with me recently, and are concerned, please understand that once the test results are in, and if they are positive, York Region Public Health Officials will do a thorough investigation and follow-up with all relevant direct contacts,' mayor says
COVID-19 concerns halt Costco's free food samples

COVID-19 concerns halt Costco's free food samples

The popular program reportedly added a risk to both public and employee safety, as the number of COVID-19 cases continue to escalate here and and around the globe
Panic buying leads to bare shelves and long lineups at Bradford retailers (9 photos)

Panic buying leads to bare shelves and long lineups at Bradford retailers (9 photos)

Panic buying causes long lines and empty shelves at grocery stores in and around BWG
Local retirement residences take precautions in face of rising COVID-19 fears (10 photos)

Local retirement residences take precautions in face of rising COVID-19 fears (10 photos)

'The health and well-being of our residents and their families is of utmost importance'
OHL season in limbo due to COVID-19 (update)

OHL season in limbo due to COVID-19 (update)

The league announced the season has been 'paused' until further notice
March break takes a disappointing turn for Simcoe County students

March break takes a disappointing turn for Simcoe County students

Dawn Stephens, superintendent of education with the Simcoe County District School Board, said the board had no choice but to cancel the trips, given how quickly the outbreak has escalated
Health unit investigating Barrie man's travels after confirming COVID-19 case

Health unit investigating Barrie man's travels after confirming COVID-19 case

'The possibility exists in the future for this to transmit readily in our community. We don't have evidence of that happening right now,' says medical officer of health
It's business as usual for Town of BWG

It's business as usual for Town of BWG

At this time there are no impacts to town run-programs and services
Georgian College cancels weekend powwow

Georgian College cancels weekend powwow

'There is no way that we can ensure the safety distance that is required to meet the safety protocols'