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Longtime family shop remains on the cutting edge (4 photos)

Longtime family shop remains on the cutting edge (4 photos)

'There’s no automation to any of this. It’s an old-time service that has gone by the wayside,' says Barrie Sharpening Centre owner
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Groups say county ignoring key elements in its planning process

Groups say county ignoring key elements in its planning process

'One of the key pieces missing is an analysis of how all this extra growth will impact Lake Simcoe and our local watersheds,' says environmental advocate
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Bear Creek Kodiaks host Eastview Wildcats as high school football returns to play (20 photos)

Bear Creek Kodiaks host Eastview Wildcats as high school football returns to play (20 photos)

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Six new COVID cases reported in Simcoe County schools today

Six new COVID cases reported in Simcoe County schools today

Five new cases are related to outbreak at St. Marie of the Incarnation in Bradford; one case related to Orchard Park outbreak in Orillia
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VIDEO: Gourd-thieving bear has trouble stealing family’s pumpkin

VIDEO: Gourd-thieving bear has trouble stealing family’s pumpkin

Watch this furry critter roll around with a large pumpkin as he tries to make off with the tasty treat in Sudbury
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Oro-Medonte, Horseshoe to host 'iconic' Hometown Hockey event

Oro-Medonte, Horseshoe to host 'iconic' Hometown Hockey event

Mayor Harry Hughes says Oro-Medonte is 'thrilled to be selected as a tour stop, and host community, for this iconic Canadian celebration of hockey'
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New nursing degree program at Georgian will help address shortage, says dean

New nursing degree program at Georgian will help address shortage, says dean

'People are just exhausted and tired, so we’re anticipating the retirement numbers over the next couple of years will increase significantly,' says Sara Lankshear
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Top doc suggests masks for trick-or-treaters and at Thanksgiving gatherings with mixed vaccine statuses

Top doc suggests masks for trick-or-treaters and at Thanksgiving gatherings with mixed vaccine statuses

Dr. Moore also reminded Ontarians not to attend events, parties, or dinners if they have any symptoms of illness
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Film fans bid adieu to iconic downtown theatre

Film fans bid adieu to iconic downtown theatre

'It’s been the backdrop to so many amazing memories for the film festival,' says Barrie Film Festival director
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UPDATED: Ontario's top doc releases advice to safely celebrate Thanksgiving, Halloween

UPDATED: Ontario's top doc releases advice to safely celebrate Thanksgiving, Halloween

Remember to stay home if you have any symptoms of illness: urged top doc
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