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Council hails Renee Foessel, police department clerk and paralympian

Barrie

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Gideon Scanlon - October 31, 2024

City council is highlighting the athletic achievements of one of Barrie’s finest. During last week’s council meeting, it awarded a certificate of recognition to Barrie...

Simcoe asking shelters to open ‘alternative spaces’ for winter

Barrie

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Gideon Scanlon - October 24, 2024

Unhoused people in Simcoe County seeking respite from the bitter cold may find themselves sleeping in cafeterias, board rooms or offices this winter. Simcoe is...

Boffins begin breakdown of Barrie budget survey results

Barrie

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Gideon Scanlon - October 24, 2024

City officials are expressing thanks to participants in Barrie's annual budget survey, which will be used to inform civic spending priorities in 2025. This year,...

‘Habitual offender’ attempts to rob same store 7 times in 12 days

Barrie

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Gideon Scanlon - October 24, 2024

Barrie Police are pressing 16 charges against a man who has attempted to rob the same convenience store seven times since October 10. Each charge...

County re-elects warden, votes for salary increases

Barrie

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Gideon Scanlon - October 24, 2024

Basil Clarke has been re-elected as Simcoe County warden on the same day the body voted to provide the position with a dramatic salary...

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