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Couple escapes early morning house fire in Midland

Couple escapes early morning house fire in Midland

Bungalow engulfed when fire department arrives on scene
Just because ice looks safe, doesn't mean it is, OPP warn

Just because ice looks safe, doesn't mean it is, OPP warn

Due to wind and water fluctuations, ice may not be thick, strong or stable enough to support the weight of you and your machine
Accused murderer's cellphone dials up evidence, jury hears

Accused murderer's cellphone dials up evidence, jury hears

Martin Forget and Brian Quesnel are charged with first-degree murder in the death of Orillia's Joseph Simonds
Good morning, Barrie!

Good morning, Barrie!

Today there will be flurries with moderate winds
Snow squall watch in effect: Environment Canada

Snow squall watch in effect: Environment Canada

Local snowfall amounts in the 10 to 15 cm range will be possible by Thursday morning
Athlete shows Olympic potential at scouting event in Toronto

Athlete shows Olympic potential at scouting event in Toronto

Local athlete, Avery Steyn, shows Olympic potential in talent search last weekend
Scully says he brings active participation to the political scene

Scully says he brings active participation to the political scene

Scully says being actively involved in politics as a volunteer has allowed him to have 'a deep understanding' of what it takes to do the job
Saari giving it another shot in Ward 3

Saari giving it another shot in Ward 3

Saari ran against Doug Shipley in the 2018 municipal election, finishing second
Patterson McGrath has lived in Ward 3 for 28 years

Patterson McGrath has lived in Ward 3 for 28 years

Patterson McGrath has experience in management, teaching, strategic planning and leadership, and has launched two small businesses
Former county warden Gerry Marshall hopes to bring experience to city hall

Former county warden Gerry Marshall hopes to bring experience to city hall

Marshall's economic development efforts in 2016 saw him recognized as Ontario’s Community Influencer of the Year