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'It is the earliest start to our spring volunteer planting events,' says South Simcoe Streams Network official; Events start Saturday and run until May 27

Orillia native Colby Barlow ranked 12th among North American skaters, while Colts defenceman Beau Akey is pegged 33rd

OPP Const. Greg Pierzchala, 28, killed in the line of duty last December; Memorial run for slain officer, who grew up in Barrie, set for May 13

Waubaushene resident, avid bird-watcher and hunter Craig Lalonde named organization's volunteer of the year in Ontario

Following a search warrant Sunday on Edgehill Drive, police also attended a Queen Street residence Monday night

'It’s a slippery slope and we are gravely concerned with the provincial government’s plan to convert our local hospitals' core services into for-profit hospitals and clinics,' says co-chair

In this week's column, Wendy wonders if brand loyalty is enough to preserve this iconic product

'We get to showcase the best part of Barrie, which is our beautiful waterfront and Kempenfelt Bay,' mayor says ahead of June 10-11 event

Essential services will be maintained, but there could be processing delays and longer wait-times

'Buying found treasures at garage sales not only saves you money ... it allows people to preserve pieces that have a unique history,' says veteran garage sale shopper