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Ontario reports 153 new cases Wednesday

Ontario reports 153 new cases Wednesday

Today's update includes 216 recoveries, 10 new hospitalizations, and seven deaths
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LETTER: Canada has become the 'poster child' for vaccination

LETTER: Canada has become the 'poster child' for vaccination

'When you realize that Canada lacked the capacity to manufacture a COVID vaccine, our government’s procurement must be called a success story,' reader says
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Barrie looks to change gears, create municipal 'fleet of the future'

Barrie looks to change gears, create municipal 'fleet of the future'

'It’s becoming increasingly apparent most, and eventually all, light vehicles produced in Canada will be electric,' says Barrie Mayor Jeff Lehman
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Good morning, Barrie!

Good morning, Barrie!

Seize the day
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Health unit's door-to-door pilot project brings vaccines to arms

Health unit's door-to-door pilot project brings vaccines to arms

Pilot project seeks to help residents who may be experiencing barriers to attending a mass vaccination clinic in South Georgian Bay
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Home for the Deaf thankful for $3.1M funding 'blessing'

Home for the Deaf thankful for $3.1M funding 'blessing'

Investment will help those who are 'most vulnerable to live in the comfortable and safe living spaces they deserve,' says local MPP
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Province shows 'no regard for health' of Lake Simcoe, group says

Province shows 'no regard for health' of Lake Simcoe, group says

'Lake Simcoe is in an emergency situation,' official warns, noting plans for 55 km of new highways around the watershed will make things even worse
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Barrie Police Chief earns Order of Merit of the Police Force

Barrie Police Chief earns Order of Merit of the Police Force

'Throughout her career, Chief Greenwood has demonstrated her commitment to the communities she has served and the policing profession,' says official
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'Signs, signs, everywhere signs’ at Innisfil beaches

'Signs, signs, everywhere signs’ at Innisfil beaches

But is anyone reading them?
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Bradford restaurant owner fearful after Euro Cup party attack

Bradford restaurant owner fearful after Euro Cup party attack

Owner of Hacienda Santa Teresa speaks out after being attacked by three men during Sunday night’s Euro Cup celebrations
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