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COLUMN: What is that smell? Is rain in the forecast?

COLUMN: What is that smell? Is rain in the forecast?

'It truly is amazing how a whiff of some odour or another can cause instant mental ruminations of a place or time from long ago,' says columnist
Good morning, Barrie!

Good morning, Barrie!

Here's a look at the current local weather and gas prices
Horse rescue owner brings 'bittersweet joy' to Hospice Huronia

Horse rescue owner brings 'bittersweet joy' to Hospice Huronia

'End of life is a hard topic and I’m hoping maybe with the kids that the horses would be able to help them a little bit,' said Vicki Leppard-Conant, owner of Chasing Butterflies Equine Rescue
Ruff life: Private dog parks popping up in Guelph-area backyards

Ruff life: Private dog parks popping up in Guelph-area backyards

Ranging in price from $5 to $15 per dog per hour, there are currently private dog park listings in Guelph, Guelph/Eramosa, Erin and Puslinch
Severe thunderstorm is located near Midhurst, moving east at 50 km/h

Severe thunderstorm is located near Midhurst, moving east at 50 km/h

Environment Canada says strong winds and large hail are possible
Going deep: Stratford man really digs his treasure-hunting hobby

Going deep: Stratford man really digs his treasure-hunting hobby

Brian Rath finding unique and valuable treasures around town with his metal detector, including 1876 penny recently
Rama hosting Gathering Festival of First Nations Stories

Rama hosting Gathering Festival of First Nations Stories

Events kick off Friday, May 31 and will feature award-winning authors, Winnipeg performer and much more on Saturday
'Great motivator': Helmond firing up shears to cut down cancer

'Great motivator': Helmond firing up shears to cut down cancer

'Terry (Fox) did a lot for the country, so let’s cure this thing once and for all,' Jason Helmond says ahead of Saturday's fundraiser
Barrie Waterfront Festival floats into town this coming weekend

Barrie Waterfront Festival floats into town this coming weekend

Several bands lined up for event at Centennial Park, including Boneyard and The Bomb on Friday night
On the air: Barrie Amateur Radio Club holding annual Field Day

On the air: Barrie Amateur Radio Club holding annual Field Day

Event taking place June 22 and 23 on Penetanguishene Road in Crown Hill