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Ontario again reporting highest single-day increase in COVID-19 cases

Ontario again reporting highest single-day increase in COVID-19 cases

There are now more than 5,000 people in Ontario who have recovered from a lab-confirmed case of COVID-19
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Online C21 Challenge looks to raise money for Easter Seals

Online C21 Challenge looks to raise money for Easter Seals

It is a great way to raise money and show off your skills," says Easter Seals Charlene Myke
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COVID-19 concerns force cancellation of Junior 'C' lacrosse season

COVID-19 concerns force cancellation of Junior 'C' lacrosse season

Barrie Bombers will not be taking flight at the 'Holly Hangar' this year
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Collingwood man's 100th birthday celebrations done pandemic style

Collingwood man's 100th birthday celebrations done pandemic style

No hugs, but plenty of love for this Collingwood man on his 100th birthday
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School boards not ready to cancel graduation ceremonies yet

School boards not ready to cancel graduation ceremonies yet

Local boards waiting to learn when schools will reopen before making decision on end-of-year ceremonies
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LIVE: PM announces 30-day extension of U.S.-Canada border measures

LIVE: PM announces 30-day extension of U.S.-Canada border measures

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announces extension of border measures, $306 million for Indigenous businesses
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Province's daily total drops from yesterday, overall case total now exceeds 10,000

Province's daily total drops from yesterday, overall case total now exceeds 10,000

There were 79 fewer cases reported today than yesterday
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Lawyers say court-ordered custody agreements must be followed, even during COVID-19

Lawyers say court-ordered custody agreements must be followed, even during COVID-19

'It is important for the children to be able to see both parents,' says Mark Epstein
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'Reckless, selfish' seasonal residents strongly urged to stay away

'Reckless, selfish' seasonal residents strongly urged to stay away

“I am angry that reckless, selfish weekenders are allowed to come to my area which could result in a possible lockdown," Midland resident says.
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Curve is flattening, but surge could still happen, says region's chief doc

Curve is flattening, but surge could still happen, says region's chief doc

The health unit has hired and as recruiting staff to be ready to start work by the end of the month
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