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Crown seeks 20-year sentence for convicted Barrie sex offender

Crown seeks 20-year sentence for convicted Barrie sex offender

Eric Johnson convicted of 10 sex-related charges against two victims
Proposed new encampment laws have Barrie mayor's support

Proposed new encampment laws have Barrie mayor's support

'These new laws give us the tools we need to get tough on those who break the law and will help us to keep our community safe,' mayor said
Olivia and Noah once again top Ontario baby names for 2023

Olivia and Noah once again top Ontario baby names for 2023

Olivia has clinched the number one spot as the top baby girl name in Ontario for 15 consecutive years
New leadership at Collingwood Youth Centre want to hear from teens

New leadership at Collingwood Youth Centre want to hear from teens

'We want them to want better for themselves,' says Jenny Hanley, executive director of The Hanley Institute which is now running the youth centre at the Collingwood Youth Centre
Grey Highlands council okays stormwater outlet through golf course

Grey Highlands council okays stormwater outlet through golf course

Council was split on the matter with some wishing to wait for an environmental assessment
Sexual assault trial related to alleged rape at house party adjourned to January

Sexual assault trial related to alleged rape at house party adjourned to January

Legal arguments have delayed the trial until Jan. 13
LETTER: More funding needed to support kids with autism

LETTER: More funding needed to support kids with autism

Letter writer details years of struggles to get son care he needs
POLL: Most say Trudeau should go, and want early election

POLL: Most say Trudeau should go, and want early election

After a turbulent week in Ottawa, very large majorities of readers say that Canada needs a federal election before October of 2025, the latest date it could legally be held, and also that it's time for Justin Trudeau to announce plans to end his term as leader of the federal Liberals
Freezing temps prompt town to remind residents of support available

Freezing temps prompt town to remind residents of support available

By calling or texting 211, anyone can access support services 24/7
Lake-effect snow off Georgian Bay will impact region most of day

Lake-effect snow off Georgian Bay will impact region most of day

Motorists should expect hazardous winter driving conditions with accumulations of 5 to 10 cm, says Environment Canada