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• 3 men charged one month after police raid Midland residence

  21-06-2023 23:06
  
  Three Midland men face charges nearly a month after a police search at a residence turned up drugs and a wooden baseball bat laden with nails.
  
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• Nearly 20 charges laid after series of break-ins in York Region

  21-06-2023 22:52
  
  Police charged a man accused in a series of break-ins in Aurora and Newmarket with nearly 20 offences.
  
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• Workplace Fatality Results in $200,000 Fine for Barrie-based ... - Government of Ontario News

  21-06-2023 21:33 via news.google.com
  
  Workplace Fatality Results in $200,000 Fine for Barrie-based ...  Government of Ontario News
  
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• Simcoe Muskoka men among 11 in Ontario charged in firearms raid

  21-06-2023 21:13
  
  Eleven people from across Ontario, including two from Simcoe County and Muskoka, face charges in connection with a Canada-wide gun investigation.
  
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• Simcoe Muskoka men among 11 charged in nationwide gun investigation

  21-06-2023 21:13
  
  Eleven people from across Ontario, including two from Simcoe County and Muskoka, face charges in connection with a Canada-wide gun investigation.
  
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• Criminalizing people for helping unhoused people in Ontario city ‘unconstitutional,’ lawyers argue

  21-06-2023 20:46 via globalnews.ca
  
  A proposed bylaw amendment in Barrie, Ont., would prohibit the distribution of tents or tarps, and food, in public parks or on public lands without a permit.
  
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• From a dance to a lifetime: Midland, Ont. couple celebrates 65 years of marriage

  21-06-2023 20:45
  
  This Midland couple first said 'I do' in 1958, and is celebrating 65 years of marriage surrounded by loved ones.
  
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• Barrie kids immersed in Indigenous culture at historic Midland site - BarrieToday

  21-06-2023 20:45 via news.google.com
  
  Barrie kids immersed in Indigenous culture at historic Midland site  BarrieToday
  
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• Sizzling summer temperatures in the forecast, expert says

  21-06-2023 20:29
  
  As the calendar flips to mark the first official day of summer, Barrie's waterfront and downtown patios were bustling amid sunny skies and double-digit temperatures.
  
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• One person seriously injured in Hwy 35 crash in Kawartha Lakes

  21-06-2023 20:00
  
  Provincial police are investigating a collision involving a pickup truck and motorcycle in Kawartha Lakes that seriously injured one person.
  
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• Mariposa Folk Festival to pay tribute to late Gordon Lightfoot with special performances

  21-06-2023 19:24
  
  This year's Mariposa Folk Festival will hold a special tribute to the late Gordon Lightfoot.
  
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• This Barrie grandmother is protesting a plan to ban giving food to homeless people on city property - CBC.ca

  21-06-2023 18:52 via news.google.com
  
  This Barrie grandmother is protesting a plan to ban giving food to homeless people on city property  CBC.ca
  
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• City of Barrie to vote on motion aimed at tackling panhandling - CTV News Barrie

  21-06-2023 17:52 via news.google.com
  City of Barrie to vote on motion aimed at tackling panhandling  CTV News Barrie
  
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• Barrie, Ont. council to vote on motion advocate warns would create barriers for homeless

  21-06-2023 17:52
  
  The City of Barrie is set to vote today on whether to prevent the distribution of food, tents and other items to homeless individuals on public property -- a proposal that's being heavily criticized by the federal housing advocate.
  
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• Barrie, Ont. council to vote on banning residents giving necessities, food to homeless on public property

  21-06-2023 17:52
  
  The City of Barrie is set to vote today on whether to prevent the distribution of food, tents and other items to homeless individuals on public property -- a proposal that's being heavily criticized by the federal housing advocate.
  
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• Rollover crash in Melancthon field claims one life: OPP

  21-06-2023 17:30
  
  A 35-year-old woman has died after a rollover in the Township of Melancthon.
  
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• Fatal crash in Melancthon Township under investigation

  21-06-2023 17:30
  
  A 35-year-old woman has died after a rollover in the Township of Melancthon.
  
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• What drivers need to know about the Highway 401 closure that could last days

  21-06-2023 17:09
  
  A portion of Highway 401 is closed near Pickering following a fiery crash that left two people dead and at least one Ministry of Transportation official is now warning that some lane closures could remain in effect into Friday.
  
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• ‘This is an incredible blessing’: Windsor winner of $35 million Lotto Max prize revealed

  21-06-2023 15:08
  
  A Windsor resident says he can hardly remember the days that followed his life changing discovery — that he was the very lucky winner of $35 million.
  
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• Kids can curl up with a good book and win prizes

  21-06-2023 15:08
  
  The TD Summer Reading Club is offered at more than 2,000 public libraries across Canada, celebrating Canadian authors, illustrators and stories and inspiring kids to explore the fun of reading in their way.
  
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• Barrie Public Library's Summer Reading Club starts in July - CTV News Barrie

  21-06-2023 15:08 via news.google.com
  
  Barrie Public Library's Summer Reading Club starts in July  CTV News Barrie
  
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• Bodies of 2 pilots recovered after Chinook helicopter crash in Petawawa, Ont.

  21-06-2023 14:41
  
  The pilot and co-pilot of a Royal Canadian Air Force CH-147F Chinook helicopter died when the helicopter crashed in the Ottawa River near Garrison Petawawa, sources tell CTV News Ottawa.
  
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• Bodies of 2 crew members recovered after Chinook helicopter crash in Petawawa, Ont.

  21-06-2023 14:41
  
  The bodies of two crew members on board a Royal Canadian Air Force CH-147F Chinook helicopter that crashed in the Ottawa River near Garrison Petawawa have been recovered.
  
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• Train track trestle bridge catches fire in Utopia

  21-06-2023 13:56
  
  The train track fire on the CP line occurred at the 25th Sideroad and Line 6 near Utopia.
  
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• 'There's just sorrow:' Bus driver says rides must continue in wake of deadly crash

  21-06-2023 13:39
  
  Doug Westhouse sits straight behind the wheel of a 12-passenger bus driving along a rural Manitoba highway waiting for the next call for a ride
  
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• Spanning 82 acres, Harvie Rd. project raises 'variety of concerns' - BarrieToday

  21-06-2023 13:30 via news.google.com
  
  Spanning 82 acres, Harvie Rd. project raises 'variety of concerns'  BarrieToday
  
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• 'We don't know what they are': Noises heard as search for missing submersible continues with 'hope'

  21-06-2023 12:48
  
  The U.S. Coast Guard says search crews have not yet located a missing submersible that was heading for the wreck of the Titanic and do not know if underwater noises detected overnight are coming from the craft.
  
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• Source of noises heard during search for missing Titanic sub unknown

  21-06-2023 12:48
  
  The U.S. Coast Guard says search crews have not yet located a missing submersible that was heading for the wreck of the Titanic and do not know if underwater noises detected overnight are coming from the craft.
  
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• Missing Titanic submersible: Unidentified sounds source of 'hope'

  21-06-2023 12:48
  
  The U.S. Coast Guard says search crews have not yet located a missing submersible that was heading for the wreck of the Titanic and do not know if underwater noises detected overnight are coming from the craft.
  
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• Canadian plane detects 'underwater noises' in search for missing submersible

  21-06-2023 12:48
  
  A Canadian aircraft detected underwater noises overnight in the area of the missing submersible that was heading for the wreck of the Titanic.
  
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• Tensions rise as councillor demands clarity about city’s response to homelessness

  21-06-2023 11:57
  
  A blistering inquisition of city staff yielded few new details about the city’s long-term strategy to address the homelessness crisis.
  
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• 2 dead after fiery crash, explosions on Hwy. 401 east of Toronto

  21-06-2023 11:49
  
  Two people are dead after a three-vehicle crash caused several explosions and fires on Highway 401 in Pickering, Ont. late Tuesday night.
  
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• Simcoe County Chess Club holds first meeting in Barrie - CTV News Barrie

  21-06-2023 04:14 via news.google.com
  Simcoe County Chess Club holds first meeting in Barrie  CTV News Barrie
  
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• New club aiming to help with exercising your mind monthly

  21-06-2023 04:14
  
  People looking to exercise their minds now have a new monthly option to do just that.
  
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• Global Affairs says it is seeking information on death of Canadian in Germany

  21-06-2023 01:05
  
  Global Affairs has confirmed the death of a Canadian citizen in Germany, after police in the Kempten district said a woman was allegedly thrown to her death by an American tourist.
  
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• Motorcyclist charged with being impaired after leaving crash: OPP

  21-06-2023 01:02
  
  A motorcyclist accused of being impaired and leaving the scene of a collision in Tiny Township is facing charges.
  
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• David Onley's legacy honoured at celebration in Midland

  21-06-2023 00:47
  
  The family of David Onley was joined by Midland residents on Tuesday to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the David Onley Park and rededicate the park at the harbour in his name following his passing earlier this year.
  
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• David Onley's legacy honoured at 10th anniversary celebration at Midland's David Onley Park

  21-06-2023 00:47
  
  The family of David Onley was joined by Midland residents on Tuesday to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the David Onley Park and rededicate the park at the harbour in his name following his passing earlier this year.
  
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