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Kempenfelt Cup a game changer for local charities

Kempenfelt Cup a game changer for local charities

Students from across Simcoe County took part in recent event
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Lake-effect snow off Georgian Bay will impact region most of day

Lake-effect snow off Georgian Bay will impact region most of day

Motorists should expect hazardous winter driving conditions with accumulations of 5 to 10 cm, says Environment Canada
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Beware winter hazards along local water bodies: conservation authority

Beware winter hazards along local water bodies: conservation authority

Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority offers safety tips for the season
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COLUMN: American magnate brought lumber boom to Bell Ewart

COLUMN: American magnate brought lumber boom to Bell Ewart

Henry Williams Sage capitalized on profitable industry by building sawmill in 1854
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Good morning, Barrie! Here's today's weather!

Good morning, Barrie! Here's today's weather!

Here's a look at the current local weather and gas prices
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Homeowner hopes 'lesson is learned' after impaired driver rams house

Homeowner hopes 'lesson is learned' after impaired driver rams house

A 24-year-old man was arrested and charged with impaired driving after he collided with a house on Birkhall Place late last night, causing significant damage
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Crown seeks 20-year sentence for convicted Barrie sex offender

Crown seeks 20-year sentence for convicted Barrie sex offender

Eric Johnson convicted of 10 sex-related charges against two victims
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CLOSER LOOK: How bad is Ontario’s doctor shortage? There’s a map for that

CLOSER LOOK: How bad is Ontario’s doctor shortage? There’s a map for that

In this new feature, Village Media journalists break down the details of an important story making headlines around the province. On tonight's episode: 'We have a crisis everywhere'
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Poilievre says Trudeau Liberals little more than a 'clown show'

Poilievre says Trudeau Liberals little more than a 'clown show'

Conservative Leader also responded to incoming U.S. president Donald Trump's suggestion Canada could become America's 51st state.
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Essa Township delivers the county's tiniest tax increase

Essa Township delivers the county's tiniest tax increase

Budget responds to financial challenges while maintaining current levels of service
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