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Local group working on building a splash pad in Markdale can now raise funds and apply for grants

'We find ourselves at the same uncomfortable place that we have always been because ... someone forgot once more, how to be a good neighbour,' laments columnist

'Over the last couple of years, (the province has) made the legislative environment really difficult for any individual municipality to embark on a new landfill program,' says county official

Business owner says downtown parking being used for multi-day or full-day parking, preventing 'come-and-go' stops by customers and visitors

'Imagine if 500 reckless renegades took over your community,' says town's deputy mayor, who plans to seek provincial help in addressing the issue

Here's a look at today's weather and gas prices

Concerns about location of proposed woodshop near a church trumps belief that operation would be viable on a slightly undersized lot

For many adult students, 'it’s basically their lifeline to getting an equivalency, whether it’s for employment (or) further training,' says Barrie Literacy Council official

The virtual PIC will include a public comment and question period

Kelly Donovan, who owns a third-party whistleblower administration company, said the town should be reaching out to a third-party to handle whistleblower complaints