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Barrie to give non-profits a boost for affordable housing projects

Barrie to give non-profits a boost for affordable housing projects

'This is quite possibly the most significant thing we have done in probably a year and a half to increase affordability in Barrie,' said Coun. Sergio Morales.
Ontario reports 324 new COVID cases Wednesday

Ontario reports 324 new COVID cases Wednesday

Today's report also includes 204 recoveries and three deaths
County to investigate ways to quell LDD moth spread

County to investigate ways to quell LDD moth spread

“We are all in different municipalities and receive complaints and comments about this problem," says Township of Springwater Mayor about the LDD moth caterpillar infestation
Province announces $15M for Collingwood hospital redevelopment

Province announces $15M for Collingwood hospital redevelopment

Deputy Premier and Minister of Health Christine Elliott announced the hospital will be expanded on its current site
Council pushing province to mandate house clips in Ontario Building Code

Council pushing province to mandate house clips in Ontario Building Code

Coun. Natalie Harris said the addition of hurricane straps or clips would cost $100-$500 per home.
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Good morning, Barrie!

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Heat warning in effect: Environment Canada

Heat warning in effect: Environment Canada

Additionally, scattered thunderstorms are moving through the area, producing heavy downpours which may give locally 20 to 40 mm of rain in an hour, Environment Canada says
Health unit offers tips to stay cool amid extreme heat warning

Health unit offers tips to stay cool amid extreme heat warning

Health unit advises you drink plenty of water, stay indoors
CANADA: Ottawa commits $321 million for residential school survivors, communities

CANADA: Ottawa commits $321 million for residential school survivors, communities

Justice Minister says a special interlocutor will be appointed to work with Indigenous communities and the government to propose changes to federal laws, policies and practices that are related to unmarked graves at residential schools
When it rains, it pours for the Hewitt family, but 'the work has to get done' (4 photos)

When it rains, it pours for the Hewitt family, but 'the work has to get done' (4 photos)

After two of Curtis Hewitt's farm stands were damaged by the Barrie tornado on July 15 and another damaged by a hit-and-run on Monday, local farmer picks up the pieces