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Wayne Doyle, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter

Wayne Doyle, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter

Wayne Doyle covers the townships of Springwater, Oro-Medonte and Essa for BarrieToday under the Local Journalism Initiative (LJI), which is funded by the Government of Canada. Wayne has more than 30 years of experience writing for newspapers and magazines. He was entertainment editor at The Barrie Examiner, editor at Huronia Sunday and is a contributing writer to a number of publications

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Recent Work by Wayne

Local cannabis grower gets high marks from prospective employees

Local cannabis grower gets high marks from prospective employees

'It’s not often that you get a chance to work for a global leader in any business, so this is a great opportunity,' one job-seeker says of Oro-Medonte company
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Talk it out: Oro-Medonte prepares for provincial facilitator meeting

Talk it out: Oro-Medonte prepares for provincial facilitator meeting

'Council has indicated that it is prepared to work with (Barrie) and the county to achieve a solution that meets the objectives of each party,' says Oro-Medonte official
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Springwater nixes use of facilitator in Barrie boundary talks

Springwater nixes use of facilitator in Barrie boundary talks

Mayor Jennifer Coughlin calls deputy mayor's notice without notice 'irresponsible,' but it passes in narrow 4-3 vote
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Maple syrup festival in Elmvale promises a sweet time Saturday

Maple syrup festival in Elmvale promises a sweet time Saturday

'Growing up in Elmvale, the festival signalled the beginning of spring while celebrating the maple syrup producers and local creators,' says local councillor
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Councillor calls integrity commissioner report 'a witch hunt'

Councillor calls integrity commissioner report 'a witch hunt'

For the second time in less than six months, Oro-Medonte Coun. Richard Schell’s actions have resulted in an investigation on the same issue
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Oro-Medonte councillor earns second reprimand within six months

Oro-Medonte councillor earns second reprimand within six months

Integrity commissioner recommends reprimand and pay suspension for Coun. Richard Schell following claims made at town hall event
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Province revokes MZO for medical innovation project in Oro-Medonte

Province revokes MZO for medical innovation project in Oro-Medonte

'Based on the information received, further progress has not been demonstrated,' assistant deputy minister tells township council
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Win, lose or draw: Oro-Medonte to further break down legal expenses

Win, lose or draw: Oro-Medonte to further break down legal expenses

Executive summary from township's chief financial officer expected later this year, possibly in September
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PART 2: Is social media the great equalizer or the great menace?

PART 2: Is social media the great equalizer or the great menace?

Area politician says some people are 'emboldened by the faceless, anonymous and remote nature of social media'
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Oro-Medonte eyeing mediation to solve Barrie boundary battle

Oro-Medonte eyeing mediation to solve Barrie boundary battle

Township official says there's 'merit to considering options' and instilling a 'spirit of co-operation' for all involved; special council meeting set for this afternoon
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