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Bedside manner earns OSMH registered nurse Nightingale Award

Bedside manner earns OSMH registered nurse Nightingale Award

'It is humbling and overwhelming to be recognized this way,' says Angela Day after being recognized with prestigious award
Lakehead students, faculty call for freedom of expression on Palestine

Lakehead students, faculty call for freedom of expression on Palestine

'I think the importance of this is that we are a higher learning institution. It's supposed to be a place for free expression,' said Lakehead student union VP
New owner of downtown Washago pharmacy is a familiar face

New owner of downtown Washago pharmacy is a familiar face

'I’m incredibly happy. I feel like I’ve arrived home, and I get to stay for decades to come,' says Leah Beers, who purchased pharmacy where she had worked since 2011
Bruce Cockburn to be inducted into Mariposa Hall of Fame

Bruce Cockburn to be inducted into Mariposa Hall of Fame

'It is an honour and I’m very pleased about it,' musician says of induction, which will take place July 7
Man accused of 45 thefts from Ontario LCBO stores, totalling $88K

Man accused of 45 thefts from Ontario LCBO stores, totalling $88K

Police, LCBO teamed up for investigation that led to more than 300 charges being laid against three men
Council calls on province to consider food cost in ODSP, OW rates

Council calls on province to consider food cost in ODSP, OW rates

'I think this is very important, that we keep the pressure on the province to ensure that people who are vulnerable are supported,' said Coun. Janet-Lynne Durnford
Barrie hospital's latest 50/50 winner takes home $267K

Barrie hospital's latest 50/50 winner takes home $267K

'My husband had an experience where he needed urgent care and thanks to RVH he is still with us to celebrate this win,' says local resident Lorna Wagg
Community Builders Awards: This year’s Unsung Hero award goes to Bruce Duncan

Community Builders Awards: This year’s Unsung Hero award goes to Bruce Duncan

'Not only is Bruce the hardest working person I know — he is also one of the kindest,' said food bank official
Conservation authority urges residents to apply early for permits

Conservation authority urges residents to apply early for permits

Property owners can book pre-consultation with NVCA planning team
Free fishing on the menu for Mother's Day

Free fishing on the menu for Mother's Day

'Free fishing is a great way to get out as a family to celebrate Mother’s Day and enjoy our beautiful lakes, rivers and streams,' says minister