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Wayne Doyle, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter

Wayne Doyle, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter

Wayne Doyle covers the townships of Springwater, Oro-Medonte and Essa for BarrieToday under the Local Journalism Initiative (LJI), which is funded by the Government of Canada. Wayne has more than 30 years of experience writing for newspapers and magazines. He was entertainment editor at The Barrie Examiner, editor at Huronia Sunday and is a contributing writer to a number of publications

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Recent Work by Wayne

Ex-mayor to continue as Springwater adviser on Barrie boundary talks

Ex-mayor to continue as Springwater adviser on Barrie boundary talks

'I haven't found the history lesson very valuable. It’s more like a fireside chat,' says one councillor; Tony Guergis reminds council he dealt with city's annexation of Innisfil land over a decade ago
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Talk it out: Oro-Medonte prepares for provincial facilitator meeting

Talk it out: Oro-Medonte prepares for provincial facilitator meeting

'Council has indicated that it is prepared to work with (Barrie) and the county to achieve a solution that meets the objectives of each party,' says Oro-Medonte official
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Essa Township eyes fee increases to recoup rising costs

Essa Township eyes fee increases to recoup rising costs

Township to hold public meeting on proposed hikes May 15, which includes everything from fence fees to building permits
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'Bit of everything': Interest in seed libraries still growing

'Bit of everything': Interest in seed libraries still growing

'The seed library is very popular and our community makes great use of it,' says Essa Township official; neighbouring Springwater hosting educational sessions in May
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Springwater nixes use of facilitator in Barrie boundary talks

Springwater nixes use of facilitator in Barrie boundary talks

Mayor Jennifer Coughlin calls deputy mayor's notice without notice 'irresponsible,' but it passes in narrow 4-3 vote
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Area councillor calls integrity commish's report 'a witch hunt'

Area councillor calls integrity commish's report 'a witch hunt'

For the second time in less than six months, Oro-Medonte Coun. Richard Schell’s actions have resulted in an investigation on the same issue
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Maple syrup festival drips sweet success for Elmvale sugar-maker

Maple syrup festival drips sweet success for Elmvale sugar-maker

'Growing up in Elmvale, the festival signalled the beginning of spring while celebrating the maple syrup producers and local creators,' says local councillor
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Province revokes MZO for local medical innovation project

Province revokes MZO for local medical innovation project

'Based on the information received, further progress has not been demonstrated,' assistant deputy minister tells Oro-Medonte council regarding proposal
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PART 3: Cyber-bullying rooted in 'social dominance'

PART 3: Cyber-bullying rooted in 'social dominance'

'What motivates a bully is simply that the aggressive behaviour gets them what they want,' says Barrie psychotherapist
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Unlocking growth: Essa commits to building 1,700 new homes by 2031

Unlocking growth: Essa commits to building 1,700 new homes by 2031

Township council also applying for $11.25-million grant to expand and upgrade Angus water system
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