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'Larger-than-usual' crowd expected at local Hanukkah gatherings

'Larger-than-usual' crowd expected at local Hanukkah gatherings

Chabad Jewish Centre organizing public menorah-lighting event at Barrie City Hall on Thursday night
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Could 'seismic shift' be coming for alcohol sales in Ontario?

Could 'seismic shift' be coming for alcohol sales in Ontario?

The Beer Store is a 'relic of the immediate post-prohibition era,' says Brock professor of health sciences
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Clearview gets inflatable fire safety house thanks to donation

Clearview gets inflatable fire safety house thanks to donation

Stayner Lions Club donated $13,500
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Driver warned after cannabis found at RIDE check in Grey Highlands

Driver warned after cannabis found at RIDE check in Grey Highlands

Police urge drivers to be aware of cannabis laws
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Town announces $71M budget for roads, buses, projects in 2024

Town announces $71M budget for roads, buses, projects in 2024

Special council meeting tomorrow includes 'munch-and-mingle' event welcoming residents to discuss draft budget
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Blue Mountain still planning Thursday opening day

Blue Mountain still planning Thursday opening day

One lift will be running servicing Tranquility run during the day starting Dec. 7, with night skiing scheduled to begin Dec. 14
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Physician illness blamed for obstetrical unit closure at RVH

Physician illness blamed for obstetrical unit closure at RVH

Family doctor with 'extensive' obstetrics experience stepped up to cover if patient could not be redirected due to advanced labour, says RVH chief of staff
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Benefit brokers shop till they drop for holiday donations

Benefit brokers shop till they drop for holiday donations

A team of 25 employees from Owen and Associates donated several gifts to Collingwood Salvation Army for the holidays
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Barrie, Owen Sound among 18 Mastermind Toys slated to close

Barrie, Owen Sound among 18 Mastermind Toys slated to close

Ontario stores closing include: Ajax, Barrie, Cambridge, Hamilton, Kingston, Mississauga, Owen Sound, Sudbury, and Vaughan
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Firearm 'discharged' in downtown robbery, manhunt ends in arrests:OPP

Firearm 'discharged' in downtown robbery, manhunt ends in arrests:OPP

The DC Taylor Jewellers in downtown Collingwood was robbed on Dec. 4, and three suspects were arrested in Clearview after a manhunt involving police, dogs, and helicopters
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