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Impaired driving charge laid after vehicle allegedly tries to avoid RIDE check

Impaired driving charge laid after vehicle allegedly tries to avoid RIDE check

OPP say the vehicle struck a hydro box and became stuck
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Dancing, fireworks will highlight New Year's Eve at Friday Harbour

Dancing, fireworks will highlight New Year's Eve at Friday Harbour

From glamorous parties to family-friendly festivities, resort on the shores of Lake Simcoe has plenty in store to welcome 2025
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COLUMN: 30 people who've had 'profound impact' on Barrie Colts

COLUMN: 30 people who've had 'profound impact' on Barrie Colts

As the local OHL team celebrates three decades, BarrieToday's Peter Robinson takes closer look at players on the ice as well as folks behind the scenes
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Métis council youth rep learns more about Indigenous education

Métis council youth rep learns more about Indigenous education

'I want to create classrooms where Indigenous students feel seen, valued and respected,' Katelyn Cudmore says following national gathering in Winnipeg
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WHAT'S ON TAP: Five things happening around Barrie this weekend

WHAT'S ON TAP: Five things happening around Barrie this weekend

Rubik's cube competition, dinosaur display and holiday magic show among weekend events
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ADOPT ME: Mosley has plenty of affection, energy

ADOPT ME: Mosley has plenty of affection, energy

This 'charming fella' also loves to snuggle and is a fetch enthusiast
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Collingwood ‘ahead of the curve’ with new fines process

Collingwood ‘ahead of the curve’ with new fines process

Administrative monetary penalty system (AMPS) will bring administration of bylaw tickets in-house and is expected to bring in $35,000 annually to town coffers
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Canplas Industries has more expansion plans in the pipeline

Canplas Industries has more expansion plans in the pipeline

'As our business grew, it was necessary to have more distribution space for our main production facilities right here in Barrie,' says president
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Ralphy's Retreat gives 'sensitive, misunderstood' pigs a permanent home

Ralphy's Retreat gives 'sensitive, misunderstood' pigs a permanent home

'We have amazing volunteers. Their love for the animals is unbelievable,' says official at Waverley sanctuary that's home to nearly 120 animals
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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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