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211 new COVID cases in Simcoe-Muskoka region over weekend

211 new COVID cases in Simcoe-Muskoka region over weekend

Twelve local cases linked to close-contact transmission, two are outbreak-related, and the rest are under investigation
With grocery prices skyrocketing, Barrie Food Bank sees 'tremendous growth' in local need

With grocery prices skyrocketing, Barrie Food Bank sees 'tremendous growth' in local need

To help meet demand, Barrie Food Bank launched its annual Holiday Food Drive on Nov. 29, which is set to run until the end of December
Recently acquired Colts netminder named OHL goalie of the week

Recently acquired Colts netminder named OHL goalie of the week

Mack Guzda undefeated in two games last week with sparkling goals-against average under one, .967 save percentage and a shutout
Oro-Medonte reverting to paper ballots only for 2022 election

Oro-Medonte reverting to paper ballots only for 2022 election

Citing concerns from 2018, council rejects online, phone voting; 'I would far rather see a system that is more secure,' mayor says
OPP, anti-fraud centre warn of schemes targeting timeshare owners

OPP, anti-fraud centre warn of schemes targeting timeshare owners

Police say consumers are solicited by telephone or email and are presented with an offer to sell their timeshare
COVID-19 vaccine boosters now available for 50-plus group

COVID-19 vaccine boosters now available for 50-plus group

Boosters are available to individuals at least six months — a minimum of 168 days — after their second dose
OPP seize approximately $40K in cocaine, crack during investigation

OPP seize approximately $40K in cocaine, crack during investigation

Toronto man, 57, faces multiple charges; Police say investigation was in relation to cocaine trafficking in Simcoe County and Muskoka
Ontario reports 1,536 new COVID cases Monday

Ontario reports 1,536 new COVID cases Monday

The latest updates also include 800 recoveries and one death
Rotary Club, Liberty North partner again to provide Christmas dinners

Rotary Club, Liberty North partner again to provide Christmas dinners

Order deadline is Dec. 21; Only 150 two-person meals packages are available
OUTDOORS: Swarm of wild turkeys was 'grape' adventure

OUTDOORS: Swarm of wild turkeys was 'grape' adventure

Bumper crop of wild grapes, hanging thick in clusters, put more than 50 turkeys in the midst of columnist's recent travels