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One of the nation's most beloved and decorated curlers, Glenn Howard, officially announced his retirement on Tuesday.
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Casino Rama adds new shows to its 2024 performance lineup
Two new shows are coming to Casino Rama's Entertainment Centre for fans of country music and 80s rock.
Apartment fire linked to battery-operated vacuum cleaner
Fire officials say a lithium-ion battery inside a vacuum cleaner sparked a fire at an apartment complex Sunday afternoon in Gravenhurst.
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City cracks down on inconsiderate dog owners: Here's ways to avoid a hefty fine
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Simcoe County extends welcome to Northern Ontario evacuees amid flooding crisis
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Petition to allow alcohol in Collingwood parks
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Woman plans for vacation and a new home after winning $1M lottery prize
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Here's how you can make a difference in your neighborhood this spring
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Stolen truck and trailer found abandoned after break-in at Barrie compound
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City introduces new parking pay stations to enhance convenience and security
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Tribute to late 11-year-old Barrie boy vanishes again
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New Tecumseth prepares for move and grand opening of new Town Hall
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Parks Canada opens Couchiching Lock 42
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Car crash sends two women to hospital
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Community Spring Job Fair to be held in Barrie
A community job fair will be held in Barrie on Wednesday for anyone seeking to meet with hiring employers.
Barrie program offers activities for adults living with disabilities
A program offered to adults living with disabilities in Barrie offers opportunities to make new friends and enjoy new experiences.
Casino Rama adds new shows to its 2024 performance lineup
Two new shows are coming to Casino Rama's Entertainment Centre for fans of country music and 80s rock.
Bradford library showcases Sikh heritage through Kanwar Singh's paintings
The Bradford West Gwillimbury Library celebrates Sikh Heritage Month with a new Art of Punjab Exhibition.
Barrie Jr Sharks clinched bronze victory in OWHA competition
It was a historic weekend for women in hockey as the local Barrie Junior Sharks U22 AA Elite Jr hockey team clinched a bronze victory in a 4-0 win over the Stoney Creek Sabres.
Unexpected guest makes appearance live on air with KC Colby
Viewers were treated to an unexpected guest during CTV Weather Specialist KC Colby's weather segment on Wednesday.
First-ever festival brings maple treats to Georgian College
Event Management Students at Georgian College organized its first-ever Sweet Maple Festival as a class assignment.
Art academy celebrates Earth Day early with fundraiser
An Innisfil Art Academy is showcasing the work of its students and how their artwork symbolizes saving the planet.
Sweet Maple Festival taking over Georgian College this weekend
Some familiar faces will be serving up pancakes at Georgian College, all for a good cause on Saturday.
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Liberals aim to hit the brakes on car theft with new criminal offences
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Police to announce arrests in Toronto Pearson airport gold heist
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Teen hockey players arrested for sexual assault following hazing incident: Manitoba RCMP
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Feds offer $5B in Indigenous loan guarantees, fall $420B short on infrastructure asks
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The Ottawa Police Service will receive $50 million in new federal funding over the next five years to "enhance security" around the Parliamentary Precinct.
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BUDGET 2024 New funding for NAC, no cash for OC Transpo in federal budget
