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Nine Barrie residents among 36 COVID cases reported by health unit today

Nine Barrie residents among 36 COVID cases reported by health unit today

This is the highest number of cases reported in a single day by the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit
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Harvie Road bridge not expected to open until next summer

Harvie Road bridge not expected to open until next summer

The project contractor has decided to shut down operations for the winter at the end of October; Harvie Road will reopen by the end of the month
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Demand for smaller turkeys a big issue for local farmers, markets

Demand for smaller turkeys a big issue for local farmers, markets

Traditionally, peopled wanted 'a big turkey with all the trimmings, but this year it seems like while most are still doing a turkey, they’re choosing a smaller size'
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LIVE: Ford announces $176M for mental health, addictions services

LIVE: Ford announces $176M for mental health, addictions services

Announcement made during Mental Illness Awareness Week
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Barrie business owner’s pivot a recipe for success

Barrie business owner’s pivot a recipe for success

OfficeInc! Corp. President Deborah Foster-Stahle featured as success story in BDC study outlining how small businesses have managed to flourish during COVID-19
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VIDEO: Have the pie, hold the gluten

VIDEO: Have the pie, hold the gluten

On this episode of What's Your Dish, we visit Cal's Bakery, a dedicated gluten-free bakery located at 331 Bayfield Street
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Ontario confirms 583 new COVID cases today

Ontario confirms 583 new COVID cases today

The province has also reported 707 recoveries and one death in today's epidemiological report
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Catholic board confirms COVID case at St. John Paul II in Barrie

Catholic board confirms COVID case at St. John Paul II in Barrie

No classrooms have been closed and the school remains open
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Barrie driver charged in September fatal hit and run

Barrie driver charged in September fatal hit and run

Woman was struck by a vehicle and killed on Bayfield Street North on Sept. 15
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Barrie Colt Tyson Foerster 'excited' to be drafted by Flyers

Barrie Colt Tyson Foerster 'excited' to be drafted by Flyers

'I just can't wait to get things started now,' said talented Colts forward, adding 'it worked out for the best and I'm excited to be a Flyer'
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