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A look at Uplift Black’s efforts to combat racism and homophobia in Simcoe

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When musician, lyricist, artist, composer and drag performer Shadrack Jackman-McKenzie left Toronto to return to their hometown last year, they had a few concerns. "When...

Barrie receiving ‘appropriate’ benefits from Simcoe, auditor concludes

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Barrie is — in general — receiving services from Simcoe County at a reasonable cost, the results of a third party review show. On Wednesday,...

MacLaren Arts Centre hosts the 16th annual Barrie Arts Awards

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On Tuesday evening, the MacLaren Art Centre played host to the 16th annual Barrie Arts Awards. "These awards celebrate not only the achievements of individual...

Ford, Downey, Piccini break ground at crane operator training centre in Oro-Medonte

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Premier Doug Ford was on hand to announce the launch of construction on a training centre for crane operators in Oro-Medonte. “We’re so proud to...

Moderators block abusive comments on Reddit post discussing anti-Indian racism in Barrie

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Moderators of Barrie’s Reddit page have locked a post discussing prejudice faced by the local Indian community after several racially abusive comments. On Sunday, a...
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Springwater mayor looking forward to ‘a great four years’ after re- election win

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For Jennifer Coughlin, the next four years are looking...

New Innisfil mayor ready to get to work

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