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OUTDOORS: Forest floor's contents tell important story

OUTDOORS: Forest floor's contents tell important story

The 'hard mast' and 'soft mast' will have a direct impact on local wildlife and will influence the behaviours of many creatures, says nature columnist
Good morning, Barrie!

Good morning, Barrie!

Here's a look at the current local weather and gas prices
Baycats clobbered in road loss to close out regular season

Baycats clobbered in road loss to close out regular season

Kitchener Panthers extend win streak to five games and lock up second place in IBL standings with 10-2 win over Barrie
Depot or station? Proposal to change Craigleith museum's name chugs forward

Depot or station? Proposal to change Craigleith museum's name chugs forward

Though at least two members of council remain cautious about name change, proposal is going to a public meeting for input from residents
Images Studio Tour celebrating 40 years this fall

Images Studio Tour celebrating 40 years this fall

Annual tour around parts of Simcoe County taking place early October
Saddle up! RAM Rodeo coming to Dufferin County plowing match

Saddle up! RAM Rodeo coming to Dufferin County plowing match

Some of Canada's top riders will be making the trip; 'It’s a fan favourite for sure,' says organizer
Area apple growers applaud new process for handling abandoned orchards

Area apple growers applaud new process for handling abandoned orchards

Abandoned orchards 'become a major source of disease and insect infection,' for active orchards nearby, said local grower Brian Gilroy
Carrot Fest draws 60,000 people to Bradford

Carrot Fest draws 60,000 people to Bradford

Carrot Fest is a celebration of the region’s deeply rooted agricultural heritage, especially the role of the carrot in the local economy
Newmarket men's league goes viral after McDavid joins game

Newmarket men's league goes viral after McDavid joins game

Edmonton Oilers superstar has played with summer hockey league at Magna Centre for several years
Emergency crews called to fire on 25th Side Road in Innisfil

Emergency crews called to fire on 25th Side Road in Innisfil

Police block 25th Side Road in both directions near Roberts Road in Alcona