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Sampson 'happy the truth came out' after verdict frees him from jail

Sampson 'happy the truth came out' after verdict frees him from jail

After judge rules evidence was inconclusive amid conflicting testimony, lawyer says 'there's no doubt' police could have done more in their investigation
Former fire-hall site on Vespra St. will be used to store boats

Former fire-hall site on Vespra St. will be used to store boats

City expects to earn $15,000 this year from the new program, as well as $30,000 next year and $30,400 in 2025
West Nile virus found in birds in Oro-Medonte, Bracebridge

West Nile virus found in birds in Oro-Medonte, Bracebridge

No cases of virus in humans have been reported this year, health unit says
Digital access can take fright out of courthouse visits: official

Digital access can take fright out of courthouse visits: official

'The addition of technology and digitization will give people more access,' says Tracy King from John Howard Society of Simcoe and Muskoka
Ontario NDP leader lends support to Bradford’s striking library workers

Ontario NDP leader lends support to Bradford’s striking library workers

‘Somebody has to wake up, whether it’s the CEOs at Loblaws and Metro or the folks at city hall in communities like this,’ says Marit Stiles
Sampson found not guilty in 2019 death of Orillia woman

Sampson found not guilty in 2019 death of Orillia woman

'The evidence has left this court with doubt,' says Superior Court Justice, referencing complicated medical issues behind woman's death
Busby Centre sets $2.2M fundraising goal for building purchase

Busby Centre sets $2.2M fundraising goal for building purchase

'Ultimately, we don’t want to create more shelter space. We want to create more housing, but it’s going to take us some time to do that,' says official
Fierté Simcoe Pride rally 'shows that trans people are not alone'

Fierté Simcoe Pride rally 'shows that trans people are not alone'

'We are here to give a voice to people who don't have that power in themselves and really hope to inspire confidence in the community,' says transgender person at rally
City says it's making progress on road projects around Barrie

City says it's making progress on road projects around Barrie

'In the end, we’re making it easier for people to get around the city and adding more options for active transportation,' says infrastructure official
CHEF'S TABLE: Pre-apprenticeship program cooks up success

CHEF'S TABLE: Pre-apprenticeship program cooks up success

'The restaurant industry stands as a diverse and inclusive field, open to individuals from all backgrounds and cultures,' says food columnist