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Hand sanitizer, dividers to become new norm on public transit

Hand sanitizer, dividers to become new norm on public transit

The provincial government has released guidelines for public transit agencies as the economy reopens and more people return to work
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Innisfil man killed in south-end crash on Mapleview

Innisfil man killed in south-end crash on Mapleview

Barrie police believe eastbound car tried to pass another vehicle when it lost control in the rain and collided with SUV travelling westbound
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Barrie police kept busy with pair of water rescues

Barrie police kept busy with pair of water rescues

Officers responded to Centennial Beach area last night for two women in a raft approximately 150 meters offshore; The other incident involved a male kiteboarder near Johnson's Beach
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Suspicious fire in Stayner under investigation

Suspicious fire in Stayner under investigation

OPP say evidence was recovered at the scene
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North Simcoe's tourist draws take varying approaches to reopening

North Simcoe's tourist draws take varying approaches to reopening

Martyrs' Shrine has postponed all major cultural pilgrimages, but hopes to open July 4
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Neighbours 'kept in the dark' over plans for seniors community in Oro-Medonte

Neighbours 'kept in the dark' over plans for seniors community in Oro-Medonte

Public consultation will occur, but ‘we’re not there yet,’ says Oro-Medonte mayor
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Good morning, Barrie!

Good morning, Barrie!

Embrace the day
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Former Barrie 'AAA' star goes all in, signs NHL deal with Vegas

Former Barrie 'AAA' star goes all in, signs NHL deal with Vegas

Defenceman Connor Corcoran, a forward through minor hockey, had a superb OHL season with 19 goals and 35 assists in 62 games with Windsor
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Aggressive driving complaint leads to foot chase, charges for Barrie man

Aggressive driving complaint leads to foot chase, charges for Barrie man

After speaking with the driver of the vehicle, police say they were involved in a 'short pursuit' before making an arrest
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Friday Harbour Resort wants occupancy restrictions lifted

Friday Harbour Resort wants occupancy restrictions lifted

Maximum occupancy is 300 out of 365 days, but unit owners have 'long suffered and complained' about restrictions at Innisfil community
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