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New development by Penetanguishene waterfront set to revitalize and reclaim brownfield

New development by Penetanguishene waterfront set to revitalize and reclaim brownfield

“It's a redevelopment of a marina and our waterfront,” says director of planning and community development.
Council approves use of territorial land acknowledgements

Council approves use of territorial land acknowledgements

This is 'something that lets people know that yeah we live on treaty land and build that awareness so that people can get that understanding'
Gofundme account set up for Orillia man killed in snowmobile accident

Gofundme account set up for Orillia man killed in snowmobile accident

James Tahir, 35, leaves behind wife, two young kids; He had a 'fun, energetic spirit (that) could lift you up no matter what mood you were in'
'Modern-day slavery' case related to cleaning company delayed again

'Modern-day slavery' case related to cleaning company delayed again

Four accused in alleged case of human trafficking appeared in Bradford satellite court on Monday; Case has been adjourned until March 23
Brace yourself for a winter storm Wednesday

Brace yourself for a winter storm Wednesday

10-25 cm possible by Thursday morning, Environment Canada says
Collingwood school considers name change in light of sex-assault furor

Collingwood school considers name change in light of sex-assault furor

Students at school named after Jean Vanier will be permitted to dress down for the week instead of wearing a uniform while the board determines next steps
Deadline extended to apply for Canada Summer Jobs funding

Deadline extended to apply for Canada Summer Jobs funding

Employers, organizations have until Feb. 28 to apply; Non-profits can receive funding up to 100% of the minimum wage
Simcoe North municipalities join forces for a service review

Simcoe North municipalities join forces for a service review

'Now we're casting the net a little broader ... (are) there some synergies that we haven't really taken full advantage of,' said Midland's acting CAO
Sideline becomes 'major industry' for local maple syrup producers

Sideline becomes 'major industry' for local maple syrup producers

Hutchinson family hosts tree-tapping event ion Oro-Medonte; 'We are just itching to get out there and get the sap flowing,' says farmer
It's venomous, has 30 legs ... and lives in your house!

It's venomous, has 30 legs ... and lives in your house!

Despite horror-novel-like characteristics, House Centipedes, while being quite voracious and lively, are not a threat to humans, says outdoors columnist