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Two vehicles impounded, same Barrie driver, same day: OPP

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(Updated) Death toll in Central Texas flash floods nears 70 as sheriff says 11 campers remain missing

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Officials search on the grounds of Camp Mystic along the banks of the Guadalupe River after a flash flood swept through the area

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Bracing for Recovery & Funding Support for Youth

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Ex-fighter jet pilot Stephen Fuhr is on a mission to change how we arm the military

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Surveillance footage shows a shoplifting suspect in Midland

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City of Barrie investing millions in road construction and infrastructure improvements

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Two vehicles impounded, same Barrie driver, same day: OPP

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A 31-year-old Barrie man not only got his vehicle impounded by the police, but he also managed to have his friend's vehicle taken off the road by Ontario Provincial Police on the same day.

World

(Updated) Death toll in Central Texas flash floods nears 70 as sheriff says 11 campers remain missing

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Canada

Ex-fighter jet pilot Stephen Fuhr is on a mission to change how we arm the military

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OPP seeking assistance from public in Midland shoplifting investigation

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City of Barrie investing millions in road construction and infrastructure improvements

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More soldiers, more money. Canada's top soldier extols benefits of spending boost

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Chief of Defence Staff General Jennie Carignan smiles

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People work out in an open-air gym next to the beach in Barcelona.

Wellness

Which strength training method is best for you? Experts break down the options

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When it comes to weight-resistance exercise, you can choose free weights such as dumbbells or barbells.

Finance

Factoring in the hidden costs of buy now pay later

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Things To Do

Playgrounds & splash pads: 10 tips for a stress-free visit

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stress-free fun at splash pads and playgrounds

Wellness

Natural sunburn remedies that actually work

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Tech

He pioneered the cellphone. It changed how people around the world talk to each other - and don’t

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Healthcare

Tips to protect yourself from ticks year-round

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Ozzy Osbourne says farewell to live performance with a hometown show for 40,000 fans

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Hard-rock royalty and some 40,000 fans gathered for an ear-splitting tribute to Ozzy Osbourne at what the heavy metal icon says was his last-ever live performance.

Music

Oasis sends fans 'Supersonic' as long-awaited reunion tour starts in Cardiff

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Celebrities

Michael Madsen, ‘Reservoir Dogs’ and ‘Kill Bill’ star, dies at 67

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Michael Madsen from AP y Chris Pizzello/Invision/AP, File)

Music

Ahead of Oasis' tour, a look at famous and brief band reunions: Nirvana, Outkast and more

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Liam Gallagher (left) and Noel Gallagher (right) - AP

Movies & TV

Jennifer Aniston will star in series inspired by Jennette McCurdy’s memoir ‘I’m Glad My Mom Died’

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Jury due to begin deliberating in Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ sex trafficking trial

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Barrie's Bill Welychka Releases 2nd Edition Memoir March 2025

May 16

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Immediate Press Release ‘A Happy Has Been: Exciting Times and Lessons Learned by One of Canada's Foremost Entertainment Journalists’- 2nd EDITION - Available NOW.