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Reader says letter writer 'took liberties to speak for all of us and failed to realize the issue itself is really akin to a ‘first-world problem’'

Not attending event 'reflects badly' on candidates, says administrator of group that organized forum; Hughes says going door-to-door is a better approach

Here's a look at the current local weather and gas prices

'That’s good news, a new industrial subdivision in our south end to help bring jobs to Barrie,' says mayor

Newly opened Lavender Polo Farm in East Gwillimbury extends picking festival to this weekend in support of Talk Suicide Canada

Potential new riding would encompass Grey Highlands, The Blue Mountains, Collingwood, Wasaga Beach, Clearview, Mulmur, Essa and part of Adjala-Tosorontio

'I fought hard to keep our property tax increases below two per cent annually and I will strive to continue this trend in the future,' says Anita Moore, who's seeking re-election in Springwater's Ward 4

'I am not afraid to ask questions and I value accountability and transparency – that’s what you can expect from me,' says Ilona Zankovica-Rivera, who's running in Barrie Wards 6-10

Collingwood has been sending water to New Tecumseth for 22 years via pipeline

Orillia man, 20, charged in relation to Sept. 2 bust at a residence in southwest Orillia