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City taxi companies scrambling to fill void left by Able closure

City taxi companies scrambling to fill void left by Able closure

'The shortage of taxis and the risk that that provides ... has been a concern ... but I think the solution is pretty simple: This town better get Uber pretty quick,' says frustrated local bar owner
'Unusual' bright yellow bird ruffling feathers of birdwatchers

'Unusual' bright yellow bird ruffling feathers of birdwatchers

While it may have the markings of a canary and could be confused with 'an escaped exotic cage bird', local visitor is actually an evening grosbeak
Respiratory virus straining hospital capacity: local pediatrician

Respiratory virus straining hospital capacity: local pediatrician

'The peak of RSV tends to be later in the winter, around December through February. I don’t think we’re through the thick of it,' says Dr. Leah Bartlett
Local couple 'in shock' after winning Soldiers' 50/50 draw

Local couple 'in shock' after winning Soldiers' 50/50 draw

Jean and Harvey Stevens plan to share the wealth after winning grand prize to support 'one of the best' health-care facilities in the region
Hands-on art installation takes shape at college campus

Hands-on art installation takes shape at college campus

Jill Price showcasing some of her new art, called UN/making the Frame, at the The Campus Gallery in Barrie until Dec. 4
'We're lost:' Couple mourns after beloved dog shot by neighbour

'We're lost:' Couple mourns after beloved dog shot by neighbour

A Nottawa home with an 'oasis' for a backyard now feels like a crime scene for its owners as they are haunted by the 'inhumane' death of their dog
Man arrested after alleged assault with weapon in Wasaga Beach

Man arrested after alleged assault with weapon in Wasaga Beach

Second person being sought by police following incident with pellet gun Monday
Trio of local teens cycle to national titles (4 photos)

Trio of local teens cycle to national titles (4 photos)

Ian Ackert wins junior men's title, Isabella Holmgren races to junior women's crown and Ava Holmgren earns elite women's title at national cyclocross event in B.C.
LETTER: Don't forget arts and culture on Giving Tuesday

LETTER: Don't forget arts and culture on Giving Tuesday

'These groups provide excellent local entertainment, performances, visual arts exhibits ... and much more,' says letter writer
Charity in fashion: Ripple of Kindness supports Dress for Success

Charity in fashion: Ripple of Kindness supports Dress for Success

'Supporting our local organizations, who each provide vital programs and services, is one way we can help make a difference,' says Ripple of Kindness co-founder