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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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Sexual assault trial related to alleged rape at house party adjourned to January

Sexual assault trial related to alleged rape at house party adjourned to January

Legal arguments have delayed the trial until Jan. 13
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Barrie Food Bank receives $3K from UFCW Locals 175 & 633

Barrie Food Bank receives $3K from UFCW Locals 175 & 633

Nearly $200,000 going to Food Banks across Ontario this holiday season
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Georgina teacher accused of sexually assaulting student

Georgina teacher accused of sexually assaulting student

Police believe there could be other victims
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