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Cancer survivor walks from Toronto to Midhurst in support of Princess Margaret Hospital

Cancer survivor walks from Toronto to Midhurst in support of Princess Margaret Hospital

65-year-old Lionel Strang was given one year to live when he was diagnosed with Stage Four Cancer back in 2014. He is living proof that the odds aren't always against you.
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CANADA: Jail time for promoting hatred sends a ‘strong message,’ advocates say

CANADA: Jail time for promoting hatred sends a ‘strong message,’ advocates say

The sentencing of James Sear of Your Ward News comes as Canada experiences an uptick in hate crimes and online extremism
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Local author's debut novel based on brother's death, love, and loss

Local author's debut novel based on brother's death, love, and loss

Cry of an Osprey, written by Angie Vancise, is based on the true story of her brother's love and death, and the two people who loved him most
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Cookstown Agricultural Society supports rural youth, 4-H

Cookstown Agricultural Society supports rural youth, 4-H

Cookstown Agricultural Society presented its annual bursaries at the Barrie Fair.
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Remembering the glory days of Molson Park (18 photos)

Remembering the glory days of Molson Park (18 photos)

'It was an incredible opportunity for people in this area to see top world talent for many years. Even Weird Al and Spinal Tap, they all played Molson Park, usually at the peak of their popularity,' says deputy mayor
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Local resident pitches new speeding campaign to council

Local resident pitches new speeding campaign to council

Local resident fed up with speeders in Bradford proposes signage campaign idea to council
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The next generation of farmers at the Barrie Fair (9 photos)

The next generation of farmers at the Barrie Fair (9 photos)

The Barrie Fair continues all weekend, with a midway, exhibits, demonstrations, livestock shows, and fun for all ages.
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Council thanked for its support of the Never Forgotten National Memorial (4 photos)

Council thanked for its support of the Never Forgotten National Memorial (4 photos)

Looking for wider support for the Never Forgotten National Memorial in Cape Breton Island.
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Tuscan the cat back home after being trapped, released outside Barrie last month

Tuscan the cat back home after being trapped, released outside Barrie last month

'I feel like I can get back to normal and our family is whole again. There's not a piece missing,' says owner Devon Miller
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Soccerfest 2019 took over Henderson Park this weekend (9 photos)

Soccerfest 2019 took over Henderson Park this weekend (9 photos)

Soccerfest 2019 kicked off on Saturday at Henderson Park
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