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407 new COVID cases in the region since Friday

407 new COVID cases in the region since Friday

There are 1,365 active cases in Simcoe County and Muskoka District
COLUMN: Healing fire at high school became a 'magical' moment

COLUMN: Healing fire at high school became a 'magical' moment

Sincere acknowledgement to survivors and victims of residential schools was achieved through a cooperative of Anishinaabeg and Catholic spirituality, says local elder
It's vital to plan ahead this holiday season, RVH urges

It's vital to plan ahead this holiday season, RVH urges

'We can’t stress enough that people need to be prepared and know how to access healthcare services during the holidays,' says Janice Skot, RVH president and CEO
Murdered Midland man 'wouldn't harm a soul,' father says

Murdered Midland man 'wouldn't harm a soul,' father says

Christopher Forrester, who grew up in Orillia, loved animals; 'This is a big loss for all of us,' laments slain man's grandfather
Don't let Grinches steal your Christmas, police warn

Don't let Grinches steal your Christmas, police warn

Barrie Police official has some tips to ensure your Christmas is not ruined by thieves and scammers
Booster bookings backlogged; local vaccine clinics limit walk-ins

Booster bookings backlogged; local vaccine clinics limit walk-ins

Simcoe and Grey County health units requiring appointments for booster doses, but allowing walk-ins for first and second dose
Ontario reports 3,784 new COVID cases Monday

Ontario reports 3,784 new COVID cases Monday

The latest updates also include 1,040 recoveries and zero deaths
OUTDOORS: Sharp-shinned hawk provides up-close lesson in survival

OUTDOORS: Sharp-shinned hawk provides up-close lesson in survival

Shy but wily predator waited for human observers to leave the scene before swooping down to claim the spoils of war: a mourning dove
COLUMN: Pandemic has taught us importance of shifting gears on the fly

COLUMN: Pandemic has taught us importance of shifting gears on the fly

Hope is that Ontario, as well as Canada, can avoid what other countries have already experienced with omicron dominating COVID cases
Good morning, Barrie!

Good morning, Barrie!

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