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County of Simcoe supporting groups interested in sponsoring Syrian refugees

County of Simcoe supporting groups interested in sponsoring Syrian refugees

A fact sheet is available at simcoe.ca, to assist groups interested in supporting Syrian refugees.
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Snowfall warning for Barrie

Snowfall warning for Barrie

About 15 cm of the white stuff expected
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What's the secret to a long and happy marriage?

What's the secret to a long and happy marriage?

Barrie couple Joan and George Ray have the answer
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Barrie-Springwater-Oro-Medonte MP named to Conservative shadow cabinet

Barrie-Springwater-Oro-Medonte MP named to Conservative shadow cabinet

Alex Nuttall, MP for Barrie-Springwater-Oro-Medonte, was named Official Opposition Critic for Federal Development for Southern Ontario. The appointment was announced today by Hon. Rona Ambrose, Leader of the Official Opposition and Interim Leader of the Conservative Party.
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Utilities merger goes ahead as Markham signs off

Utilities merger goes ahead as Markham signs off

Regulatory approval comes next
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More seasonal tragedy probably on the way

More seasonal tragedy probably on the way

From January to October, the numbers of alcohol-involved occurrences are up three percent over the same period last year
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Calling all "Citizen Scientists"

Calling all "Citizen Scientists"

Project FeederWatch needs you!
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Have you seen this dude?

Have you seen this dude?

Barrie Police Service is asking for the public's help
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52-year-old wanted in three provinces. Charged in bike theft

52-year-old wanted in three provinces. Charged in bike theft

The accused was held for bail and will appear in court this morning
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Driver charged in fatal crash with tree

Driver charged in fatal crash with tree

Two other passengers were transported to local area hospital with minor injuries
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