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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!

Good morning, Barrie!

Seize the day
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Swim advisory issued at Minet Point, Centennial Park beaches

Swim advisory issued at Minet Point, Centennial Park beaches

Sample results are from yesterday
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Contentious CNCC costs to be discussed at AMO forum next week

Contentious CNCC costs to be discussed at AMO forum next week

Penetanguishene mayor and CAO to meet with solicitor general in one of four conference delegations on the day
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Knife, suspected cocaine seized after alleged robbery in Innisfil

Knife, suspected cocaine seized after alleged robbery in Innisfil

Police say the accused fled on foot
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Drive-thru Ribfest is back in Barrie this weekend

Drive-thru Ribfest is back in Barrie this weekend

Ribfest Drive-Thru will run Friday to Sunday from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. at the north side parking lot of Georgian Mall
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