Georgina Fire and Rescue Services is celebrating after taking home a major prize from the Fire Marshal’s Public Fire Safety Council. The department was selected as the grand prize winner from more than 300 entries, receiving a Milwaukee Tool package featuring equipment, tools and workwear. The new gear will be put to use by firefighters while supporting their work to keep the community safe.

East Gwillimbury’s Arts and Culture Committee has won a Diamond Award in the East Gwillimbury Express Readers’ Choice Awards. The committee was recognized for its work supporting local artists, events, public art and cultural programs. The award highlights the role of arts and culture in bringing residents together and celebrating the community’s history and identity.

Work is underway at Atkinson Park in Aurora to give the playground a fall makeover. The project includes new play equipment, a new surface and an upgraded asphalt walkway, with construction expected to continue through the end of November. The playground will be closed during the work and is expected to reopen once the upgrades are complete.