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The good, the bad and the ugly of cat adoption

The good, the bad and the ugly of cat adoption

If you're thinking of bringing a new pet into your home, Wendy shares some lessons learned in "Everything King"
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Two teens charged in fatal crash that killed Barrie girl

Two teens charged in fatal crash that killed Barrie girl

Two males have been charged with dangerous operation of a motor vehicle causing death following deadly rollover on Georgian Drive last month
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Changing perceptions: Taking trees from 'nice to have' to 'must have'

Changing perceptions: Taking trees from 'nice to have' to 'must have'

Giving value to the 'work' done by municipalities' green assets
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Meeting birth mom 'best birthday ever' for area teen

Meeting birth mom 'best birthday ever' for area teen

Andrew Padgett couldn't be happier that his family has grown since learning he has three half siblings
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Athletes set to shine at Special Olympics Canada Winter Games

Athletes set to shine at Special Olympics Canada Winter Games

Evan Pittam, Stephen Graham, Dennis Chamberlain and Lynda Larkin will represent Orillia
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Love is in the chilly air for these tough winged warriors

Love is in the chilly air for these tough winged warriors

Between Valentine's Day and the dawn of spring, the mother incubates the eggs, while the father brings her food, outdoors columnist explains
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Winter travel advisory in effect: Environment Canada

Winter travel advisory in effect: Environment Canada

Motorists are advised to allow extra time to reach their destination
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Good morning, Barrie!

Good morning, Barrie!

We will see some snow today
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Teachers keep concerns front and centre at Family Day event (5 photos)

Teachers keep concerns front and centre at Family Day event (5 photos)

Union president says their goal wasn't to 'cause a ruckus', while Barrie-Innisfil MPP Andrea Khanjin says government is 'laser-focused' on finding resolution
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Winter travel advisory issued for Barrie and area

Winter travel advisory issued for Barrie and area

Winter weather travel advisory in effect for overnight into early Tuesday morning.
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