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THEN & NOW: Mulcaster Street

THEN & NOW: Mulcaster Street

Block has been a hive of activity for decades
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COVID-19 cases in province hits single-day record with 211 confirmed

COVID-19 cases in province hits single-day record with 211 confirmed

The province's total lab-confirmed cases of COVID-19 is now 1,355
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ONTARIO: Gatherings of more than 5 now banned across province

ONTARIO: Gatherings of more than 5 now banned across province

Premier Doug Ford has also announced major fines for companies found to be involved in price gouging
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Getting lost for four hours in the woods was an eye-opener

Getting lost for four hours in the woods was an eye-opener

Winter wonderland became nightmarish for experienced hiker Marion Tilstra; 'I don’t know how much longer I would have been in there if I hadn't' seen rescuers
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Midland resident trying to raise awareness around e-sports in Barrie area

Midland resident trying to raise awareness around e-sports in Barrie area

Video game host partnering with Ubisoft for Simcoe County e-sports league
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Good morning, Barrie!

Good morning, Barrie!

Every day is a fresh beginning
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Local birthday girl feted by parade of honking cars, well-wishers

Local birthday girl feted by parade of honking cars, well-wishers

Pandemic puts kibosh on party but can't rain on little girl's parade; Lucy Goodman was all smiles as friends and neighbours ensured her special day was special
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Five ways to keep human connections when moving learning online due to COVID-19

Five ways to keep human connections when moving learning online due to COVID-19

Human connections and meaningful interactions are an essential part of the learning process, especially online
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Barrie, Buffalo synagogues unite virtually to stay connected

Barrie, Buffalo synagogues unite virtually to stay connected

Places of worship are looking to adapt to the COVID-19 crisis and grow; 'Borders are closed but partnerships can still continue,' says local rabbi
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Bradford dad stepping up to the plate for the kids

Bradford dad stepping up to the plate for the kids

'It's giving back to the community, and it's for the kids'
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