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Orillia OPP investigating homicide in Ramara

Orillia OPP investigating homicide in Ramara

Incident occurred at about 11:30 p.m. Saturday night; Police expected to release further details this afternoon
THEN AND NOW: Generation after generation, Bayfield St. home has many tales

THEN AND NOW: Generation after generation, Bayfield St. home has many tales

In 1888, the names John Barr and James Henry were both listed on the title of the property at 169 Bayfield St., and it’s possible the house was built about this time
Number of new COVID cases in Ontario dips below 1,000 Sunday

Number of new COVID cases in Ontario dips below 1,000 Sunday

The public health agency is reporting 42 deaths over the past 24 hours and notes the number of new cases may be lower due to 'data maintenance' in Toronto
What can you do to combat climate change? Living Green Barrie provides list of ways

What can you do to combat climate change? Living Green Barrie provides list of ways

'There is bravery in finding hope in facing the climate crisis and moving toward an equitable low-carbon world. The year 2021 needs to be our year of action,' says local group
Pandemic revives sports card collecting as a hobby

Pandemic revives sports card collecting as a hobby

High valued cards have increased by over 115 per cent as collectors or those getting into the hobby have had more time or interest in it 
Good morning, Barrie!

Good morning, Barrie!

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Artist discovers unique forms of love in nature (6 photos)

Artist discovers unique forms of love in nature (6 photos)

Heart-shapes rocks 'remind me of special moments and people and make me more aware of the beauty around us,' says Marchmont artist
Working on a backyard rink? It could score you a prize!

Working on a backyard rink? It could score you a prize!

The Collingwood Blues are hosting a contest to find the best backyard rinks in Simcoe County
21 years after Adam Ranger's death, brother advocates to prevent similar tragedies

21 years after Adam Ranger's death, brother advocates to prevent similar tragedies

'I've spent years trying to get drivers to understand the importance of stopping for the school bus with billboards, bumper stickers, and our message. Nothing seemed to work'
Learn more about Georgian College through monthly virtual events

Learn more about Georgian College through monthly virtual events

Upcoming dates include Feb. 16, March 23, and April 20; There will also be a question-and-answer session