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  Man in critical condition after crashing vehicle in Adjala-Tosorontio

  A man has been airlifted to a trauma centre after a single-vehicle crash in Adjala-Tosorontio.

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  Restrictions and a closed beach didn't stop visitors from heading to Wasaga Beach

  Wasaga Beach is always a popular tourist destination, and now that the summer weather has arrived, people are travelling to the area from outside the region.

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  Ontario reveals potential cause for concerning spike in COVID-19 cases

  The Ontario government has revealed a potential cause for a concerning uptick in the number of new COVID-19 cases in the province and says it will "take action" if the trend continues.

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  Southlake team takes over management of Sutton seniors' residence amid COVID-19 outbreak

  Ontario has appointed Southlake Regional Health Centre to take over management of River Glen Haven long term care home in Sutton.

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  Local hospitals launch virtual visit platforms to treat some patients from home

  Local hospitals are adopting video chat platforms, making it easier to see a physician from the comfort of your own home.

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  Two arrested following police pursuit from Essa Township to Barrie

  Two people have been arrested after allegedly leading police on a pursuit from Essa Township into Barrie on Monday morning.

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  COVID-19 testing ramps up across the region as many head back to work

  The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit confirms it received the green light from the province to expand testing at its seven assessment centres across the region.

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  Police launched search of Lake Simcoe after kayaker went missing during Sunday's severe storm

  Police are reminding water enthusiasts to follow some simple safety tips after a kayaker went missing for hours on Sunday evening.

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  OPP shocked by what they found in backseat of vehicle stopped for speeding

  Ontario Provincial Police were shocked by what they found when they stopped a driver for allegedly speeding in Caledon.

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  Barrie Hill Farms offers drive-thru options as asparagus season finally kicks off

  It was off to a delayed start, but asparagus season has finally kicked off.

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  Student registration is low for online summer semester at Georgian College

  Class is back in session for Georgian College students in Barrie, online, that is.

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  Orangeville Police Service officially disbanding to be replaced with OPP

  The Orangeville Police Service is officially disbanding and will be replaced by the Ontario Provincial Police.

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  No funnel clouds reported across Simcoe County, says Environment Canada, just 'strange weather'

  The storm that rolled through the region on Sunday evening packed strong winds, dark, ominous clouds and torrential rain prompting a tornado watch from Environment Canada.

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  Another major 2020 fair cancelled due to COVID-19 pandemic

  Organizers of the Oro World's Fair have announced this year's event has been cancelled.

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  Midland Health Hub prepares to officially open

  The new community health hub in Midland will soon be open.

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  Ontario pushes back date for expanding social gatherings after spike in COVID-19 cases

  Ontario's spike in the number of new COVID-19 cases has prompted the province to delay lifting restrictions on social gathering limits.

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  Tour bus owner wants to offer fleet to help with COVID testing.

  Angie Ricci has a big idea she hopes could help in the fight against COVID-19.

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  Early morning fire rips through family home in Essa Township

  A family has been displaced after an early morning fire tore through their home in Essa Township.

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  Multiple residents displaced after fire rips through townhouse complex in Sutton

  No one was injured after a fire broke out at a townhouse complex in Sutton on Thursday evening.

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  No winning ticket for Saturday night's $21 million Lotto 649 jackpot

  No winning ticket was sold for the $21 million jackpot in Saturday night's Lotto 649 draw.