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Barrie hospital declares COVID outbreaks across four units

Barrie hospital declares COVID outbreaks across four units

Affected locations include unit at IOOF Seniors Homes, Surgery 3, Transitional Care Unit, and Cardiac Renal
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Support sought for Coldest Night of the Year fundraiser for Lighthouse

Support sought for Coldest Night of the Year fundraiser for Lighthouse

'Our budget has grown substantially with the new buildings ... we count on these funds,' says Lighthouse official of annual fundraiser that has a goal of $155,000
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Coast Guard will start icebreaking in Midland this week

Coast Guard will start icebreaking in Midland this week

Unsafe ice conditions can persist long after icebreakers have left the area, warns Coast Guard officials, urging people to stay off the ice in the area
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Your winter blues may be more than just case of SAD

Your winter blues may be more than just case of SAD

Nature walks, hanging out with your pets more and making sure you let in lots of sunshine are ways to fend off seasonal affective disorder, expert says
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Testing captures 9,706 new COVID cases in Ontario on Monday, at least 438 in ICU

Testing captures 9,706 new COVID cases in Ontario on Monday, at least 438 in ICU

6,993 recoveries and 12 deaths since yesterday's report
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Ramara hires experienced new CAO to 'lead' township

Ramara hires experienced new CAO to 'lead' township

'I am looking forward to working with the great staff, Council and the community on future opportunities and challenges that lie ahead,' says Jessica Gunby
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Working from home poses risks to both employer and employees

Working from home poses risks to both employer and employees

'Are we going to see a complete shift to remote working opportunities, or is it going to be too much of a hassle?' asks area lawyer
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City firefighters get new collective agreement

City firefighters get new collective agreement

Arbitrator awards salary increases retroactive to Jan. 1, 2018; benefits will also increase
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Snow squall warning in effect: Environment Canada

Snow squall warning in effect: Environment Canada

Local snowfall accumulations of 20 to 30 cm are possible by this evening, Environment Canada says
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Poor visibility, road conditions cancel North Zone individual specialized transportation routes

Poor visibility, road conditions cancel North Zone individual specialized transportation routes

All other individual specialized route zones are running as scheduled at this time
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