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• Casino in Wasaga Beach celebrates grand opening

  Playtime Casino Wasaga Beach celebrated its grand opening Friday.

  

• Colts visit fans at RVH who were struck by car beside the arena

  Barrie Colts owner Howie Campbell, as well as the captain and alternate captain of the Colts, Brandt Clarke and Jacob Frasca visited the two patients at RVH this week.

  

• School bus tips into deep ditch

  A school bus tipped into a ditch on Centreville Creek Road in Caledon Friday morning.

• Urgent need for new pet shelter as facility stretched beyond capacity

  The current facility on Tenth Line was built in 2007 and is 6,000 square feet. It was designed for 500 animals. Last year alone, the organization took in 1,400 homeless animals and facilitated nearly 1,200 adoptions.

• Parks Canada to upgrade Trent-Severn Waterway system

  In an open house presentation Feb. 9, Parks Canada staff will answer questions about the upcoming projects on the Trent-Severn Waterway.

• Midland 2023 budget sees 4.58% tax levy increase

  Midland council approved the town's operating and capital budget, which sees a 4.58 per cent tax levy increase or a 3.99 per cent blended rate.

• Innisfil seniors receive provincial grant for health and safety initiatives

  The Ontario government announced a senior's community grant for Innisfil residents for approximately $57,000.

• Barrie wants feedback on artistry at Allandale Transit Mobility Hub

  The City of Barrie is seeking feedback on public art themes to be considered for the future Allandale Transit Mobility Hub.

• Access to high-speed internet improves in Dufferin County

  Residents in Dufferin County can expect faster, more reliable high-speed internet following an investment made by the federal and provincial governments.

• Hot on the trail for hot cocoa in Barrie's downtown

  Barrie’s downtown Winterfest kicks off on Feb. 4 and 5, just in time for the start of Downtown Barrie’s Hot Cocoa Trail.

• Verdict reached in Barrie murder trial

  A jury of six men and six women handed down their verdict Thursday morning for the death of Ryan Babineau, who died after suffering nearly 70 stab wounds and lacerations.

• Country music singer/songwriter says hometown of Orillia holds special place in her heart

  Parker Graye, a 33-year-old from Orillia, has always loved performing and has been pursuing her dream of becoming a musician since she was a little girl.

• Deadly collision in the Blue Mountains under investigation

  Police are investigating a deadly collision in the Town of The Blue Mountains Thursday.

• Barrie police make drug bust at Donald Street motel

  One person faces charges after a drug bust at a motel in Barrie Wednesday.