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December 29, 2008 York Region offers prenatal classes to teens and single mothers
December 29, 2008 Welcome the New Year with free YRT, Viva service
December 22, 2008 York Region Emergency Medical Services (EMS) deliver comfort and warmth to the sick and injured this Christmas Eve
December 18, 2008 Major projects in The Regional Municipality of York $1.04 billion 2009 Capital Plan
December 18, 2008 York Regional Council approves $1.04 billion Capital Budget for The Regional Municipality of York
December 18, 2008 Regional Council approves Growth Management policy directions based on feedback from public and stakeholders
December 18, 2008 The Regional Municipality of York encourages residents to bio-bag it
December 17, 2008 Check your YRT, Viva schedule before heading out over the holidays
Dec 17, 2008 Check your YRT Viva schedule before heading out over the holidays
Dec 16, 2008 York Region events divert more than 13 tonnes from landfill
Dec 16, 2008 Welcome the New Year with free YRT Viva service
December 11, 2008 The Regional Municipality of York adds Web 2.0 features with new RSS feed to www.york.ca website
December 11, 2008 Reducing holiday waste is easy
Dec 11, 2008 RSS
Dec 10, 2008 Reducing holiday waste
December 10, 2008 York Region Emergency Medical Services (EMS) help Santa deliver food and toys to local community agencies
December 9, 2008 Are you fully protected against mumps?
December 1, 2008 York Regional Council releases 2008 Business Directory
November 21, 2008 The Regional Municipality of York wins gold sustainability award
December 1, 2008 Pickering College and York Region Small Business Enterprise Centre produce second Business Plan Challenge winner
November 26, 2008 York Region Chairman and CEO Bill Fisch announces annual fundraising dinner in support of the arts
November 25, 2008 Going somewhere? Go active!
November 25, 2008 Breathe easier this winter
November 24, 2008 York Region to hold 14th Annual Craft and Gift Sale
November 24, 2008 York Region Chairman and CEO Bill Fisch to make significant announcement regarding the arts
November 21, 2008 The Regional Municipality of York wins gold sustainability award
November 20, 2008 York Regional Council requests additional provincial funding to support service gaps in local addiction services
November 21, 2008 York Region invites public to Highway 7 rapidway open house
November 21, 2008 York Region invites public to final community meeting for Yonge Street subway extension
November 21, 2008 Transportation Master Plan public consultation
November 20, 2008 Just the Facts About Your Community: public sector and community partnership produces practical data
November 19, 2008 The Regional Municipality of York is ready for winter weather
November 17, 2008 The Regional Municipality of York joins BizPaL online permit and licensing information system
November 17, 2008 Is your electronic waste getting to the right place?
November 17, 2008 Transportation Master Plan public consultationNovember 17, 2008 Transportation Master Plan public consultation
November 14, 2008 The Regional Municipality of York staff campaign in support of the United Way raises more than $234,000
November 11, 2008The Regional Municipality of York joins York Regional Police to launch EMS Special Response Unit
November 10, 2008 Residents invited to discuss proposed updates to York Region’s Transportation Master Plan
November 10, 2008 Yonge Street northbound in Town of Aurora to be reduced to one lane for watermain and road repairs
November 7, 2008 The Regional Municipality of York to hold Remembrance Day Ceremony
November 5, 2008 The Regional Municipality of York to hold final discussions on Transportation Master Plan
November 6, 2008 Veterans ride YRT, Viva free on Remembrance Day
November 4, 2008The Regional Municipality of York opens new Highway 427 Regional Road Connection in City of Vaughan
November 3, 2008 The Regional Municipality of York celebrates the opening of new Highway 427 Regional Road Connection
October 30, 2008 Beat the flu bug. Get your flu shot!
October 29, 2008 Trick or whistle!
October 24, 2008 Your good quality reusable items deserve a second life
October 24, 2008 York Region teams with Oak Ridges Moraine Land Trust to protect 100 acres bordering Oak Ridges Moraine
October 22, 2008 Northbound lane on Yonge Street near Industrial Parkway South re-opened in Town of Aurora
October 22, 2008 York Region and the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario take action on sudden cardiac arrest
October 21, 2008 Be aware! Practice hand hygiene with care
October 20, 2008 The Regional Municipality of York recognized as one of Greater Toronto’s Top 75 Employers to work for in 2009
October 17, 2008 York Region would like to invite you to participate in the Region’s coroplast election sign recycling program
October 17, 2008 York Region hosts 8th Annual Workplace Wellness Conference
October 16, 2008 Warden Avenue between Doane Road and Herald Road to close from October 20th to November 18th
October 16, 2008 The Regional Municipality of York teams with Lake Simcoe Public School for Tree Planting
October 14, 2008 York Region election sign recycling day is Saturday, October 18th
October 13, 2008 Warm up with YRT, Viva from October 14th to 16th
October 10, 2008 Planet for Tomorrow Film Festival screenings continue at The Regional Municipality of York Administrative Centre
October 10, 2008 Viva services to resume tomorrow
October 9, 2008 The Regional Municipality of York hosts forum to end homelessness
Oct 2, 2008, Homelessness forum advisory
Oct 2, 2008 York Region hosts forum to address homelessness
Oct 1, 2008 Public Health Departments across the GTA Make a Splash! with launch of new health communication campaign
Oct 1, 2008 October 4th marks Annual Breastfeeding Challenge
Sept 30, 2008 York Region reaches memorandum of agreement with ATU Local 113 to reduce YRT service delays and address traffic safety concerns
Sept 30, 2008 York Region seeks court injunction against ATU Local 113 in effort to ease rush hour delays and relieve traffic safety concerns
Sept 15, 2008 - Mock evacuation
Sept 25, 2008, ATU on strike
Sept 24, 2008, Viva strike
Sept 23, 2008 York Region finds new and innovative ways to improve community-based service delivery to parents and caregivers
Sept 23, 2008 First bird tests positive for West Nile Virus (WNV) in York Region
Sept 22, 2008 York Regional Council approves $2.9 million expansion of the Community Development and Investment Fund
Sept 22, 2008 Planning For Tomorrow Phase 3 public consultation
Sept 22, 2008 York Region’s Pedestrian and Cycling Master Plan garners its second national planning award
Sept 21, 2008, Viva services to run as usual on Monday
Sept 17, 2008 - Rain Barrel Sales event
Sep 19, 2008 Possible Viva service stoppage on Monday
Sept 18, 2008 Planet for Tomorrow Film Festival screenings continue at The Regional Municipality of York Administrative Centre
Sept 18, 2008 York Region’s Environment First Symposium highlights sustainable infrastructure, watershed issues and sustainable communities
Sept 18, 2008 The Regional Municipality of York launches staff campaign in support of the 2008 United Way of York Region
Sept18, 2008 York Region invites public to interactive community meeting for proposed Yonge Street subway extension
Monday, September 15, 2008 Possible strike by ATU Local 113 against Veolia Transportation Inc. may result in Viva service disruption
Sept 17, 2008 - Festifall 2008 Guide
Sept 16, 2008 Road closures on Highway 7 and on Reesor Road in the Town of Markham to extend through evening rush hour
September 16, 2008 The Regional Municipality of York presents The Environment First Symposium: Leaving an Environmental Legacy
Sept 16, 2008 The Regional Municipality of York to launch 2008 United Way staff campaign tomorrow
Sept 15, 2008 - Planning for Tomorrow Phase 3 public consultation
September 9, 2008 York Region and the Pefferlaw Association of Ratepayers (PAR) offer a low-cost rabies clinic to dog and cat owners
September 10, 2008 Gas pain? Riding YRT, Viva leaves you richer
Sept 5.08 Langstaff Road closure
September 3, 2008 York Region’s Water for Tomorrow teams up with local retailers for fall water efficient toilet discount sale
August 7, 2008 York Region's urban forest benefits from new watering technology
September 2, 2008 Summer Water Conservation Notice for York Region ends
August 27, 2008 Metro Road closed from Silas Boulevard to Spring Road in the Town of Georgina
August 21, 2008 YRTViva fall service changes on the way
2008 West Nile virus report
August 11, 2008 The Regional Municipality of York’s drinking water supply awarded almost perfect score
August 11, 2008 Complimentary transit for Veterans on Warriors' Day, August 16th Families of deceased veterans are also welcome to take transit free-of-charge
August 6, 2008 Deadline extended for Grade 8 females to receive free HPV vaccine
July 30, 2008 Ride YRT to Canada’s Wonderland this summer
July 23, 2008 Flooded roads in Vaughan
July 23.08 Head to the beach
July 18, 2008 York Region reminds residents to abide by outdoor watering bylaw to ensure adequate water supply for emergencies
July 18, 2008 Local Municipal Outdoor Water use Bylaws in York Region
July 18, 2008 Water Conservation
July 15, 2008 The Regional Municipality of York wins national planning award
July 11, 2008 Road closure this weekend at railway tracks on Highway 27 between Royalpark Avenue and Martin Grove Road
July 2, 2008 York Region web portal to serve immigrants
June 25, 2008 York Region begins 2008 Beach Sampling Program
June 23, 2008 The Regional Municipality of York presents the Planet in Focus Cross Canada Tour
June 23, 2008 York Regional Police Services Board appoints Barbara-Ann Bartlett
June 20, 2008 Road closure on Highway 7 this weekend in Town of Markham
June 19, 2008 Why not bike to your bus stop?
June 19, 2008 Visualizing the look of urbanization in York Region
June 19, 2008 York Regional Council provides input to Ontario’s poverty strategy
June 19, 2008 The Regional Municipality of York wins transit safety award
June 19, 2008 More YRT, Viva security cameras on the way
June 19, 2008 York Region confirms its commitment to improving air quality
June 19, 2008 York Region’s employment rate remains strong for ninth year
June 19, 2008 A Year in Review: The Regional Municipality of York releases 2007 Annual Report
June 19, 2008 Two lanes re-open on Langstaff Road in the City of Vaughan
June 12, 2008 Air Quality Health Index (AQHI) expands to York Region
June 12, 2008 Water Conservation
June 12, 2008 Local Municipal Outdoor Water use Bylaws in York Region
June 12, 2008 The Regional Municipality of York encourages residents to conserve on outdoor water use
June 3, 2008 York Works highlights new outdoor water advisory systemJune 3, 2008 York Works highlights new outdoor water advisory system
June 3, 2008 The Regional Municipality of York wins national sustainability award
June 3, 2008 Portion of Mulock Drive between Yonge Street and Bayview Avenue in Town of Newmarket to close this weekend
June 2, 2008 YRT, Viva to promote clean air on Customer Appreciation Day, June 4th
May 30, 2008 Out of sight, out of mind
May 26, 2008 The Regional Municipality of York hosts community meetings to address road improvements in Town of Markham
May 29.08 - Hwy 7 restrictions continue
May 28, 2008 Lane reduction on King Road between Highway 400 and Jane Street in Township of King
May 27, 2008 Major Mackenzie Drive westbound reduced from two lanes to one between Yonge Street and Bayview Avenue
May 27, 2008 Highway 7 eastbound between Pine Valley Drive and Weston Road reduced from three lanes to two lanes
May 26, 2008 Plant trees, build shade, for your health and the environment
May 26, 2008 Sun Smart poster contest winner is awarded a “shady” prize
May 26, 2008 Road closure this weekend on Highway 400 between Major Mackenzie Drive to King Road
May 26, 2008 The Regional Municipality of York conducting annual emergency exercise today
May 23, 2008 The Regional Municipality of York to conduct annual emergency exercise on Monday, May 26th
May 23, 2008 The Regional Municipality of York presents the Planet in Focus Cross Canada Tour
May 22, 2008 Road closure and lane restrictions this weekend in Town of Newmarket
May 20, 2008 York Region and the Town of Newmarket offer a low-cost rabies clinic to dog and cat owners
May 20, 2008 York Region celebrates National Public Works Week with free Family Fun Day, May 24th
May 16, 2008 York Region celebrates National Public Works Week with free Family Fun Day, May 24th
May 15, 2008Opening Doors: York Region’s 2008 Accessibility Plan approved by York Regional Council
May 15, 2008 The Regional Municipality of York maintains economic growth; creating jobs to match a new population
May 15, 2008 York Region paramedics serve lunch at Trinity United Church
May 13, 2008 Woodbine Avenue closed between Mount Albert Road and Doane Road during rush hour due to motor vehicle collision
May 13, 2008 Local child becomes paramedic for a day
May 12, 2008 Lane re-opened on King Road between Highway 400 and Jane Street
May 12, 2008 YRT, Viva Bus Roadeo drives up friendly competition
May 12, 2008 York Region West Nile virus bird surveillance program begins
May 12, 2008 York Region enables children of low income families to experience summer camps
May 12, 2008 York Children’s Water Festival celebrates 10 years of education
May 4, 2008 Langstaff closed
May 9, 2008 Road restriction on King Road between Highway 400 and Jane Street
May 9, 2008 Langstaff Road remains closed
May 8, 2008 YRT Viva Bus Roadeo drives up friendly competition
May 8, 2008 York Region restaurants measure up
May 8, 2008 York Children’s Water Festival celebrates 10 years of education
May 2, 2008 - Langstaff lane closure
April 8, 2008 Temporary road closure scheduled for Major Mackenzie Drive on Sunday, April 13th
May 1, 2008 York Region offers prenatal education classes for teens and single women
May 1, 2008 Fresh from our farms to your table
May 1, 2008 Residents encouraged to discover fun activities in York Region
April 26, 2008 YRT, Viva adjusts service to address TTC strike
April 25, 2008 York Region begins 2008 West Nile virus control activities
April 25, 2008 York Regional Police Budget Media Release
April 25, 2008 Capital Budget Highlights Backgrounder
April 25, 2008 How your Tax dollar is spend Backgrounder
April 25, 2008 GTA Pooling Backgrounder
April 25, 2008 Operating Budget Highlights Backgrounder
April 25, 2008 2008 York Region Operating Budget
April 24, 2008 St. John’s Sideroad closed for evening rush hour
April 24, 2008 YRT Viva moves ahead with U Pass student transit program
April 24, 2008 The Regional Municipality of York approves additional safety features for Davis Drive West
April 24, 2008 York Regional Council approves master plan to develop and promote pedestrian and cycling networks
April 24, 2008 York Region defines its commitment to sustainable water and wastewater infrastructure and practices
April 23, 2008 York Region toilet rebate promotion with The Home Depot a great success
April 23, 2008 Smoking in movies is influencing our youth
April 22, 2008 The Town of Aurora and The Regional Municipality of York Plug-in to green electricity
April 21, 2008 The Town of Aurora and The Regional Municipality of York to announce green electricity initiative tomorrow on Earth Day, April 22nd
April 21, 2008 What on earth are you doing? It¡¦s easy being green!
April 18, 2008 The Town of Aurora and The Regional Municipality of Yorkto announce green electricity initiative on Earth Day, April 22nd
April 18, 2008 Turn off your screens and turn up your activity!
April 17, 2008 All lanes on Highway 27 north of King Road to re open this afternoon
April 17, 2008 YRT Viva to adjust service in the event of a TTC strike
April 16, 2008 The Regional Municipality of York to honour 9-1-1 communicators tonight
April 16, 2008 It’s time to Take-Back your plastic bags in York Region
April 16, 2008 What on earth are you doing? It’s easy being green
April 14, 2008 Potential measles exposure in York Region
April 14, 2008 It’s time to Take Back your plastic bags in York Region
April 11, 2008 Come celebrate spring at the York Regional Forest
April 11, 2008 Southeast Collector Trunk Sewer Individual Environmental Assessment Public Information Forums
April 8, 2008 Bathurst closed
April 9, 2008 Lane reduction on Highway 27 north of King Road due to watermain break
April 8, 2008 Bathurst Street closed from Mulock Drive to Davis Drive West
April 7, 2008 Flood water safety for residents serviced by a private well
April 4, 2008 York Region restaurants measure up! Richmondhill
April 4, 2008 York Region restaurants measure up! Georgina
April 4, 2008 York Region restaurants measure up! East Gwillimbury
April 2, 2008 Former Markham Mayor Don Cousens to be honoured at Character Community Awards ceremony
April 2, 2008 York Region releases the 2008 YorkLink Directory
March 27, 2008 Bradford Bypass urgently required to support forecasted growth
April 1, 2008 The Regional Municipality of York encourages developers to build high density residential green buildings
March 27, 2008 York Region Small Business Enterprise Centre advises entrepreneurs in the early stages of business start up and growth
April 1, 2008 York Region invests in 40 community projects through the Community Development and Investment Fund
April 1, 2008 Income support programs assist residents in need
March 20, 2008 York Region students learn how to Party in the Right Spirit
Mar 19, 2008 Major Mackenzie drive lane closure
March 19, 2008 York Region’s Water for Tomorrow program teams with The Home Depot in water efficient toilet discount sale
March 19, 2008 Character Community Foundation of York Region launches Character in Sport Student Contest
March 19, 2008 APPLICATION FOR APPOINTMENT TO THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF YORK POLICE SERVICES BOARD
March 19, 2008 The Regional Municipality of York to participate in Earth Hour Challenge
March 19, 2008 York Region celebrates World Water Day
March 19, 2008 York Region reminds residents to put wells to the test
March 17, 2008 The Regional Municipality of York to host community meeting to address road improvements in Town of Markham
March 14, 2008 11:00 a.m. Yonge Street and Bayview Avenue returned to normal
March 13, 2008 Yonge Street lane reductions
March 13, 2008 MOVEMENT OF ASH TREES AND FIREWOOD FROM THE CITY OF TORONTO PROHIBITED
March 13, 2008 York Region restaurants measure up (Whitchurch-Stouffville)!
March 13, 2008 York Region restaurants measure up (King)!
March 12, 2008 Yonge Street and Bayview Avenue lane reductions
March 6, 2008 Beautifully Parched
Mar 5, 2008 YRT Viva marketing campagins
Mar 5, 2008 Snow Angels MR
March 4, 2008 Snow Angels advisory
March 4, 2008 York Medics for Kids
Mar 3, 2008 Warden Ave closure
February 27, 2008 Traffic accident at intersection of Highway 7 and Highway 50 to affect rush hour traffic
February 25, 2008 The Regional Municipality of York hosts annual York Region Secondary School Mock Trial Competition
February 22, 2008 York Region restaurants measure up
February 21, 2008 York Region marketing initiative identifies sustainable approach
February 21, 2008 Preliminary Transportation Tomorrow Survey results show jump in public transit use by York Region
Regional Council Workshop
February 14, 2008 The Regional Municipality of York Solid Waste Committee approves Source Separated Organics disposal contingency plan
February 11, 2008 The Regional Municipality of York presents the Planet in Focus Cross Canada Tour
Jan 28, 2008 Draft Operating Plan
January 28, 2008 The Regional Municipality of York welcomes Viva extension to Markham Stouffville Hospital
January 24, 2008 Viva proof of payment fare system works
January 24, 2008 York Regional Council accepts energy from waste facility preferred site
Viva purple extended eastward to Markham Stouffville Hospital
January 21, 2008 Quit smoking
January 17, 2008 Improving indoor air quality in your home
January 16, 2008 Up to 13 million cases of food poisoning in Canada each year
January 15, 2008 York Region waste disposal user fee changes for 2008
January 15, 2008 Manicures and pedicures can be risky luxuries
January 14, 2008 York Region Public Health Inspectors strive to protect the health and safety of residents and the community
January 15, 2008 Make 2008 the year you quit smoking
January 11, 2008 The Regional Municipality of York achieves highest Standard and Poor’s Credit Rating AAA Stable
January 11, 2008 The Regional Municipality of York hosts film festival screenings
January 9, 2008 FOUR LEVELS OF GOVERNMENT PARTNER TO DEVELOP AFFORDABLE RENTAL HOUSING PROJECT IN THE CITY OF VAUGHAN
Jan 8, 2008 Closure of Bloomington and Woodbine
January 4, 2008 YRT, Viva reminds residents to plan ahead during GO bus strike
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