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Midland offering free transit through April

Midland offering free transit through April

Reduced hours to continue until April 14
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Regional COVID-19 modelling predicts 15-20 deaths by April 30

Regional COVID-19 modelling predicts 15-20 deaths by April 30

Simcoe Muskoka's medical officer of health said the provincial modelling released today tracks with regional predictions
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Good morning, Midland!

Good morning, Midland!

Stay strong
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Province halts most construction projects, shuts down cannabis shops

Province halts most construction projects, shuts down cannabis shops

'Lives are on the line and we must take this action now,' says premier, as province announces revised list of essential businesses
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Midland closes down marina, dock in response to COVID-19

Midland closes down marina, dock in response to COVID-19

This closure will remain until further notice
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Why empty shelves doesn't mean we're out of food: How Canada's supply chain works

Why empty shelves doesn't mean we're out of food: How Canada's supply chain works

Experts say If there was a supply-based shortage, shelves would remain empty because manufacturers can't produce the products or farmers can't grow or raise the food
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OPP warn charges possible for those who don't obey COVID-19 restrictions

OPP warn charges possible for those who don't obey COVID-19 restrictions

Officers will apply discretion to lay charges under the provincial Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act 
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Security checkpoints now in place for Christian Island

Security checkpoints now in place for Christian Island

Cottagers who have land/property leases on BFN Territory will be turned away and not allowed to enter at this time
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Health unit investigating two sudden deaths at Orillia facility

Health unit investigating two sudden deaths at Orillia facility

It was revealed Wednesday that a staff member worked at the long-term care home while infectious; Cause of deaths are being investigated
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Ontario closing more businesses effective Saturday to limit spread of COVID-19

Ontario closing more businesses effective Saturday to limit spread of COVID-19

Ontario shortens list of essential services; places some on modified business orders
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