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Barrie police warn residents not to hug strangers after 'bizarre theft'

Police in Barrie are warning the public about a "bizarre theft" where the suspects targeted a senior on her property outside her home.

Barrie police detachment (Mike Arsalides/CTV News)

Several people injured in multi-vehicle collision near Beaverton

Provincial police are investigating a serious multi-vehicle collision south of Beaverton.

A multi-vehicle collision involving a dump truck on Highway 12 south of Beaverton, Ont., on Thurs., June 1, 2023. (OPP)

Make-A-Wish foundation makes young cancer survivor's dream come true

After facing challenges few children should face, things look a bit dreamier for young Brooklin Lumb.

Brooklin Lumb received a guitar from the Make-A-Wish Foundation after surviving a battle with leukemia (Steve Mansbridge/CTV News Barrie)

Bracebridge beach shut down over safety concerns

A popular beach in Bracebridge is being temporarily shut down over safety concerns.

Stayner welcoming summer with return of Music, Market and Park It

The sun was shining as a summer staple returned to Stayner Thursday night.

Latest suspect in Elnaz Hajtamiri kidnapping case appears in court

The latest suspect to be charged with kidnapping in the disappearance of Elnaz Hajtamiri, Adams Suleman Ankamah, made a court appearance on Thursday while police continue to search for answers.

Hotter-than-normal summer in the forecast for Simcoe Muskoka, expert says

As summer approaches, experts anticipate a hotter-than-average season for Simcoe and Muskoka, but while temperatures are expected to rise significantly, record-breaking heat may not be on the horizon.

Angus motorists, business owners grapple with frustration amid Highway 90 road work

Motorists in Angus are dealing with the frustrating inconvenience that comes with spring and summer road construction as crews work on a major project along Highway 90.

Keswick, Ont. man trades working for fishing rod after big lottery win

A father of two from Keswick, Ont., thought of taking some time off work after winning $5 million with the lottery but instead decided it was time to retire.

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Meta will test blocking news on Instagram, Facebook for some Canadians

Meta is planning to run a test that will block news for some Canadian users on Facebook and Instagram in response to the Liberal government's controversial online news bill.

Attendees visit the Meta booth at the Game Developers Conference 2023 in San Francisco on March 22, 2023.

Experts warn of 'rapid' growth of IBD as number of Canadians diagnosed set to reach 470K by 2035

The number of people in Canada with inflammatory bowel disease is increasing rapidly and is expected to grow to 470,000 by 2035, according to a new report from Crohn's and Colitis Canada

Hidden camera discovered in washroom at Gatineau, Que. elementary school

Gatineau police say officers responded to a call from staff at l’école l'Oiseau Bleu on Nelligan Street just after 10 a.m. Friday about a camera found in the washroom.

New non-invasive tool detects early stages of Alzheimer's and Parkinson's

Researchers at Carleton University's Department of Electronics in Ottawa created a ground-breaking testing device to detect early signs of Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s through biomolecular activities in a person’s saliva.

Jordan's royal wedding gets underway in ceremony packed with stars and deep symbolism

The wedding of Jordan's crown prince to the scion of a prominent Saudi family began on Thursday in a palace celebration that drew massive crowds and a mood of excitement around the kingdom, while presenting the young Hashemite royal as a new player on the global stage.