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Good morning, Barrie! Here's today's weather!

Good morning, Barrie! Here's today's weather!

Here's a look at the current local weather and gas prices
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City now eyeing former Fisher site for multi-use sports field

City now eyeing former Fisher site for multi-use sports field

New plan, which received initial approval tonight, would also see performing arts centre at Sea Cadets' location once young sailors relocate
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Barrie MP blames 'catch-and-release system' for cop stabbing

Barrie MP blames 'catch-and-release system' for cop stabbing

Shipley says 'rampant crime and chaos must end' after suspect arrested and released 17 times, and had more than 100 interactions with police, in past two years
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NVCA wants to hear what you have to say on watershed strategy

NVCA wants to hear what you have to say on watershed strategy

Natural resources such as wetlands, rivers, streams, forests and groundwater are 'critical to our society, economy and environment,' says agency
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On your marks...! Hundreds of students set to race at annual Primary Fun Run

On your marks...! Hundreds of students set to race at annual Primary Fun Run

Seventeen schools to take part in Thursday's event at board administration office in Midhurst
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Locals treated to impromptu 'air show' over Barrie today

Locals treated to impromptu 'air show' over Barrie today

Military official says two RCAF CF-18 Hornets, operating out of 8 Wing Trenton, were conducting routine flying in the region Wednesday
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Details scarce as officers descend on west-end Barrie home

Details scarce as officers descend on west-end Barrie home

Tactical officers and Rescue 1 armoured vehicle on scene Tuesday night in Bronte Crescent neighbourhood
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Stretch of Dunlop West closing for two weeks starting Oct. 15

Stretch of Dunlop West closing for two weeks starting Oct. 15

City says contractor will be removing tower crane at Debut Condos, as well as decommissioning underground water services associated with project
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Doctor shortage, low wages could undermine dementia care bill: opposition MPPs

Doctor shortage, low wages could undermine dementia care bill: opposition MPPs

'I know that we're being critical here, but we want your bill to be successful,' Greens' deputy leader told two Progressive Conservative MPPs
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OPP investigating possible arson at residence under construction

OPP investigating possible arson at residence under construction

Fire took place in the overnight hours of Sept. 28 and 29 in Adjala-Tosorontio Township
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