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‘I’m sure he has good insight on the entire process’: Springwater keeps former mayor on township's tab to discuss boundary strategy with Barrie

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‘I’m sure he has good insight on the entire process’: Springwater keeps former mayor on township’s tab to discuss boundary strategy with Barrie

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Councillors supported keeping Guergis on in 4-3 vote.

'This tops all:' Barrie's Southshore Centre renamed in honour of retired general

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‘This tops all:’ Barrie’s Southshore Centre renamed in honour of retired general

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What’s open and closed Victoria Day in Simcoe County

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What’s open and closed Victoria Day in Simcoe County

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Simcoe highway closures for planned roadwork on May 16

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Simcoe highway closures for planned roadwork on May 16

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Barrie's May 16 forecast: A mix of sun and cloud

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Barrie’s May 16 forecast: A mix of sun and cloud

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LIVE NOW: It's May 16. Our top stories include: Creemore restaurant, The Pine, named one of Canada’s 100 best; Collingwood teen dances her way on to the world stage in Prague this summer; and Sleep in, kids: No school for Victoria Day Monday at Simcoe C...

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LIVE NOW: It’s May 16. Our top stories include: Creemore restaurant, The Pine, named one of Canada’s 100 best; Collingwood teen dances her way on to the world stage in Prague this summer; and Sleep in, kids: No school for Victoria Day Monday at Simcoe County District School Board, Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board in Barrie, Orillia and across Simcoe County

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WHAT’S GOING ON HERE? Developers break ground on 187-unit apartment complex in Collingwood

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WHAT’S GOING ON HERE? Developers break ground on 187-unit apartment complex in Collingwood

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Huronia West OPP charge 18 drivers from Wasaga Beach, Clearview and Springwater with stunt driving

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Huronia West OPP charge 18 drivers from Wasaga Beach, Clearview and Springwater with stunt driving

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Wasaga Beach man celebrates $100,000 Lotto 6-49 Encore lottery win

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Wasaga Beach man celebrates $100,000 Lotto 6-49 Encore lottery win

23 hrs ago
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‘Excited to compete for Canada’: Collingwood teen dances her way on to the world stage in Prague this summer

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‘Excited to compete for Canada’: Collingwood teen dances her way on to the world stage in Prague this summer

May 15, 2024
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Alliston hospital appoints interim administrator to replace retiring CEO

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Alliston hospital appoints interim administrator to replace retiring CEO

May 14, 2024
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Things to do

Where to watch Victoria Day long weekend fireworks near you in Ontario

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Where to watch Victoria Day long weekend fireworks near you in Ontario

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Canada’s Wonderland gears up for its fireworks show on Victoria Day

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Canada’s Wonderland gears up for its fireworks show on Victoria Day

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Things to do in Simcoe County for the Victoria Day long weekend, including Bikes & Brews at Horseshoe Resort

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Things to do in Simcoe County for the Victoria Day long weekend, including Bikes & Brews at Horseshoe Resort

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LCBO stores closed on Victoria Day but you may be to spirits in some parts of Ontario

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LCBO stores closed on Victoria Day but you may be to spirits in some parts of Ontario

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Obituaries

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SERIES: AGING STRONG

Aging Strong in Simcoe County: Discover how older adults are living active, vibrant lives and what’s being done to help make that happen

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Indigenous Local — A source for Indigenous news, profiles and community coverage that uplifts and informs

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BEHIND THE CRIMES: Solved and Unsolved Cases in Ontario

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Here’s a list of mental health, crisis, addiction, domestic abuse and shelter services in Barrie, Orillia and Simcoe County

Opinion

Canada's debt clock is ticking

Personal Finance

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Canada’s debt clock is ticking

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Government debt is a financial risk that affects us all, writes Peter Watson, of Watson Investments.

Contributors

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ASK THE MONEY LADY: Avoid hitting a wall in your personal, professional life with these 5 tips

May 15, 2024

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‘Lawmen: Bass Reeves’, ‘Lisa Frankenstein’ and ‘The Falcon and the Winter Soldier’ now available on disc

May 14, 2024

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POLL: What did you think of the northern lights in southern Ontario?

May 13, 2024

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Water ecology in Copeland Forest an important habitat for rare wetland species

May 12, 2024

Volunteer Opportunities

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Come prepared to event plan and collaborate on a variety of initiatives to support the needs…

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Kawartha World Issues Centre

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Kawartha World Issues Centre (KWIC) is a charitable organization that connects global iss…

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HopeSpring Cancer Support Centre

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Empower cancer warriors through aerobic! Boost recovery, confidence, and well-being. Let's s…

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Life

Ask Lisi: My bestie's pregnancy has thrown a wrench into our vacation plans

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Ask Lisi: My bestie’s pregnancy has thrown a wrench into our vacation plans

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And Lisi offers advice to woman dealing with sibling issues

Canada's debt clock is ticking

Personal Finance

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Canada’s debt clock is ticking

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Relationships

Ask Lisi: I was out of town and unplugged when my mother had a fall — now my sister has banned me from the hospital

May 15, 2024

ASK THE MONEY LADY: Avoid hitting a wall in your personal, professional life with these 5 tips

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Opinion

ASK THE MONEY LADY: Avoid hitting a wall in your personal, professional life with these 5 tips

May 15, 2024

Ask Lisi: I'm feeling down and out, and need a way out. Help?

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Ask Lisi: I’m feeling down and out, and need a way out. Help?

May 14, 2024

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GTA real estate prices have increased up to 25% since January in some areas

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Autos

Can you do a long-distance commute in an EV? Stephanie Lake does it all the time

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Can you do a long-distance commute in an EV? Stephanie Lake does it all the time

May 4, 2024

This couple was devoted to Audi for years. Then they sprang for the electric Polestar

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