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In the know: South Simcoe police tackling more FOI requests

In the know: South Simcoe police tackling more FOI requests

Requests to police for information increased to 284 in 2023 from 240 in 2022, with 246 of the 2023 requests completed within 30 days of being received
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Detours being put in place around Duckworth St. reconstruction

Detours being put in place around Duckworth St. reconstruction

City says road closure one of the final steps in 'major' east-end project; estimated completion date is spring 2025
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Orillia calls on province to 'at least double' Ontario Works, ODSP rates

Orillia calls on province to 'at least double' Ontario Works, ODSP rates

'We are calling on the provincial government to end legislated poverty,' says Coun. Janet-Lynne Durnford, who brought resolution forward
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'Cherished tradition': Smile Cookie fundraiser heating up

'Cherished tradition': Smile Cookie fundraiser heating up

Annual fundraiser supporting RVH and Hospice Simcoe takes place April 29 to May 5 in Barrie and Stroud
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Cleanup begins at Barrie homeless encampment destroyed by fire

Cleanup begins at Barrie homeless encampment destroyed by fire

MTO crew, under watchful eye of OPP, removes trash and camping debris after March 13 fire at Bayfield Street and Highway 400
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'Massive' theft ring bust yields dozens of charges

'Massive' theft ring bust yields dozens of charges

Investigation leads to $365,000 worth of stolen property being recovered and 65 charges being laid by Barrie police
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Oro-Medonte councillor earns second reprimand in 6 months

Oro-Medonte councillor earns second reprimand in 6 months

Integrity commissioner recommends reprimand and pay suspension for Coun. Richard Schell following claims made at town hall event
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Funding for pedestrian crosswalk on Hurst Dr. to get closer look

Funding for pedestrian crosswalk on Hurst Dr. to get closer look

'I’ll be making sure this is a worthy investment and will look at opportunities to strengthen the case,' says ward councillor
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COLUMN: Double-double pepperoni? Stick to coffee, doughnuts

COLUMN: Double-double pepperoni? Stick to coffee, doughnuts

Iconic chains in state of flux, so in this week's column Wendy questions reasoning behind the latest menu item at Tim Hortons
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Tactical officers hunt for 'wanted person' in downtown Barrie

Tactical officers hunt for 'wanted person' in downtown Barrie

Police come up empty-handed in search at Maple Avenue and Sophia Street
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