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OPP looking to identify Midland poppy-box theft suspect

OPP looking to identify Midland poppy-box theft suspect

Police said the theft occurred at Pita Pit on King Street last Monday
Police release photo of getaway vehicle in credit union robbery

Police release photo of getaway vehicle in credit union robbery

Surveillance photo shows four-door Mercedes-Benz last seen travelling on Bell Farm Road toward Duckworth Street in Barrie
Homicide in Ramara Twp. an 'isolated incident,' say Orillia OPP

Homicide in Ramara Twp. an 'isolated incident,' say Orillia OPP

Very few details are being released as the investigation into Saturday's homicide continues; OPP say they are not looking for any further suspects
Suspect in custody after Sunday afternoon stabbing on Queen Street

Suspect in custody after Sunday afternoon stabbing on Queen Street

Victim was transported to OSMH with 'relatively minor injuries,' say police; a 40-year-old man, of no fixed address, was arrested and charged
Tay resident, 74, identified as victim in fatal pedestrian crash

Tay resident, 74, identified as victim in fatal pedestrian crash

Huronia West OPP appealing for witnesses or anyone who was in the area and may have video or dash-camera footage
Grain dryer in Collingwood destroyed by late-night fire

Grain dryer in Collingwood destroyed by late-night fire

While fire official unsure of total damages, deputy chief says grain dryer will have to be replaced and he expects serious impact to Collwest Grain
BREAKING: Orillia OPP investigating homicide in Ramara

BREAKING: Orillia OPP investigating homicide in Ramara

Police have charged a 54-year-old Orillia man with second degree murder after OPP officers found a 48-year-old Ramara Township man dead inside a home
Pedestrian killed in crash just north of Barrie

Pedestrian killed in crash just north of Barrie

OPP said the pedestrian was pronounced dead at the scene; no charges have been laid
Elderly man dies in early morning fire in Barrie

Elderly man dies in early morning fire in Barrie

'The unit is heavily destroyed,' says fire chief, noting fire marshal is investigating the blaze
Heavy police presence in part of Ramara Township

Heavy police presence in part of Ramara Township

Police ask people to avoid area of County Road 169 and Concession Road D-E