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COLUMN:
New to town? Here are some of our little secrets
Recent post on social media asked people what they would tell new residents to Barrie, so reporter Shawn Gibson came up with some ideas
Feb 1, 2023 7:30 AM
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EVERYTHING KING:
Internet shorthand gets annoying PDQ
In this week's column, Wendy says she doesn't know why we need so many abbreviations in our text messages and communications
Jan 31, 2023 1:00 PM
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SCENE SETTER:
Talk Is Free Theatre lives up to its name
Barrie theatre company opening its doors for free for upcoming production of 'neglected masterpiece' beginning next week
Jan 28, 2023 1:30 PM
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FAIR COMMENT:
Even small budget cuts can have large impact
'It doesn’t mean councillors shouldn’t consider cuts, especially if services aren’t being used. They just should be cautious and understand the possible effect on residents,' writes political columnist Barry Ward
Jan 25, 2023 1:30 PM
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COLUMN:
Lake Simcoe could use well-deserved break
With an ever-growing city wrapped around Kempenfelt Bay, there are a lot of stresses on the lake, writes Kevin Lamb
Jan 25, 2023 7:30 AM
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EVERYTHING KING:
Maybe Zellers brings back customer service, too
With Zellers making a comeback, Wendy takes a trip down Memory Lane looking at other defunct stores, and a time when choice and customer satisfaction were in vogue
Jan 24, 2023 1:00 PM
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CHEF'S TABLE:
'Perfect storm' brews up soaring food costs
Pandemic, Russia-Ukraine war, tariffs among factors that have led to 'increases in food prices across the board,' says columnist
Jan 23, 2023 12:00 PM
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PLAYING FIELD:
Martin goes 'out on top' with Cup win
Top trophy eluded Terry Martin during playing career, but he now retires as a winning pro scout with Colorado Avalanche
Jan 22, 2023 1:00 PM
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EVERYTHING KING:
Lisa Marie Presley was 'the real deal'
Much like watching JFK's kids grow up, Wendy says the same allure surrounded Elvis Presley's daughter, who died unexpectedly last week and was rock 'n' roll royalty
Jan 17, 2023 1:00 PM
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COLUMN:
New Year's resolutions can hit the road
Instead of trying to follow the latest fitness or food trends, reporter Nikki Cole says it's time to just focus on things that bring her joy
Jan 16, 2023 7:30 AM
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