YRP Search For T-Hill Arsonist

York Regional Police are searching for an arsonist, who has been responsible for at least 14 fires in Thornhill since April 21.The most recent blaze was set this past Saturday at about 4 a.m. in the Lunau Lane and Lindemann Street area. The target was two bags of leaves, which were found on the road engulfed in flames.The suspect’s description is limited but he is believed to be Caucasian, in his late teens or early 20s, standing five-feet eight-inches tall with a thin build, wearing a hoodie with the hood up over his head.Anyone with information is urged to call police at 1-866-876-5423, ext. 7241, Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS or leave a tip online at www.1800222tips.com

With files from yorkregion.com

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Markham Libraries Hold Halloween Workshops

Markham library branches are offering ways to make Halloween memorable with a pair of workshops.The Angus Glen branch will hold a face painting workship where parents can watch as their children have their faces painted by a professional. The instructor will demonstrate tips and techniques for creating spectacular designs that will dazzle family and friends Halloween night.The workshop takes place on Oct. 27 from 2 to 3 p.m. Cost is $10 per child and is open to all ages.The library is at 3990 Major Mackenzie Dr., east of Warden Avenue.Children can also learn how to create Halloween crafts in a workshop at the Milliken Mills branch on Oct. 27 from 1 to 2 p.m. The workshop costs $15, includes all materials, and is open to children between the ages of seven to 12.The Milliken branch is at 7600 Kennedy Rd., Unit 1, just south of 14th Avenue. For more information on both workshops, call 905-513-7977.

Sports Report

MLB Playoffs: Boston 11 Cleveland 2 (Bos. wins 4-3)

AHL: Hartford 4 Toronto 3 (shootout)

OHL: Brampton 3 Sarnia 1; London 3 Oshawa 0

OPJHL: Toronto 5 Markham 3

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