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Boil-water advisory issued in Ramara

Boil-water advisory issued in Ramara

Municipal water in Brechin Industrial Park area might be unsafe to drink after water-main break
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'A nightmare': Minor hockey coaches may be benched over apparel

'A nightmare': Minor hockey coaches may be benched over apparel

Local supplier accuses minor hockey of 'bullying,' but official says they have an approved vendor for a reason as proceeds help keep costs down for families
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Helping Hands official dyes hair blue for a good cause

Helping Hands official dyes hair blue for a good cause

Doug Rawson, 'passionate about health care ... and providing an impact in the community' dyes hair blue in support of Raising the Wheels fundraiser
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South Simcoe police funeral in pictures (22 photos)

South Simcoe police funeral in pictures (22 photos)

Funeral service for slain officers Morgan Russell and Devon Northrup held Thursday at Sadlon Arena in south-end Barrie
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Police, family gather to remember 'bright stars' killed on duty

Police, family gather to remember 'bright stars' killed on duty

'Rest in peace. Your team will take it from here,' former South Simcoe police chief says during funeral for Morgan Russell and Devon Northrup
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One person confirmed dead from Legionnaires' outbreak in Orillia

One person confirmed dead from Legionnaires' outbreak in Orillia

'It did come quite quickly in an explosion about a week and a half ago, but it slowed right down,' said official, noting number of cases has risen to 35
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Health unit upgrades COVID risk to 'high' for region

Health unit upgrades COVID risk to 'high' for region

Because of increased cases, institutional outbreaks, hospitalizations and deaths, the health unit is suggesting people avoid crowds and wear a mask indoors
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Fellow officer holds back tears talking about fallen friend

Fellow officer holds back tears talking about fallen friend

'It’s more important that the families see us supporting them, loving them and continuing to be there for them after today,' says OPP sergeant
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'It's embarrassing': Sparks fly at final Orillia mayoral debate

'It's embarrassing': Sparks fly at final Orillia mayoral debate

'If you are voting for a nightmare, make your choice, make your choice,' said John Maxwell, referring to fellow candidates Mason Ainsworth and Don McIsaac
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'A tragedy': Police, residents pay respects to fallen officers

'A tragedy': Police, residents pay respects to fallen officers

'They served the community, and what happened to them shouldn’t have happened,' said person who watched today's procession
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