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Christmas may not have been what some would call Hallmark Movie perfect, but for reporter and family, there was nothing better

Who knew that the plural of beef is beeves? Mary Harris didn't

2020’s COVID Christmas put priorities into perspective for columnist

Some things never change and that includes the menu for family dinner on Christmas Day

Reporter Bob Bruton shares his love of Tolkien's Letters From Father Christmas, but also pines for the days of reading ’Twas the Night Before Christmas to his own children as youngsters

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

'Getting outside is a fantastic thing, both physically and mentally, says Snow Valley official, noting the facility's snow tubing operation is slated to open Boxing Day

'It’s a dream to be involved in a project where you have a blank canvas to create a professional soccer team,' says Doneil Henry

'I want every kid to get presents on Christmas,' says Jack Mason, who along with his sister hosted fundraisers in support of Christmas Cheer Barrie

Twenty-five Simcoe-Muskoka residents are currently hospitalized with COVID-19. At least nine of the hospitalized cases are in intensive care