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New COVID-19 cases climb today as Ontario reports 525 new positive test results

New COVID-19 cases climb today as Ontario reports 525 new positive test results

The provincial average infection rate is now 1 in 1,000 people
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Addressing workplace mental health during the pandemic

Addressing workplace mental health during the pandemic

Take steps to 'charge your batteries,' says workplace mental health expert
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In the COVID-19 world, a new brand of justice is being served

In the COVID-19 world, a new brand of justice is being served

'We've modernized the legal system by about 25 years in 25 days. It's really quite phenomenal the work that's been done,' says attorney general
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Downey juggling many challenges as attorney general, MPP

Downey juggling many challenges as attorney general, MPP

'It's a really interesting spot where I wear two hats,' says Barrie-Springwater-Oro-Medonte MPP
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County museum hosting virtual Pioneer kids camp

County museum hosting virtual Pioneer kids camp

The County of Simcoe is maintaining its essential services and part of that includes learning about the area's history from home
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LIVE: Ontario releases framework for re-opening province, but no timeline given

LIVE: Ontario releases framework for re-opening province, but no timeline given

Ontario Premier Doug Ford announces three-stage approach to re-opening businesses, services and public spaces, but warns it will be done "slowly, methodically and gradually"
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Local municipalities cancel spring Treasure Days event

Local municipalities cancel spring Treasure Days event

Midland, Penetanguishene and Tay have cancelled May event; The fall Treasure Days event is still scheduled to take place Oct. 17-18
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YMCA opening child-care centre for region's essential front-line workers

YMCA opening child-care centre for region's essential front-line workers

Organization has worked with county, public health, Barrie fire department and Georgian College
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Ontario reports 57 deaths and 525 recoveries in COVID-19 update this morning

Ontario reports 57 deaths and 525 recoveries in COVID-19 update this morning

There were 424 new lab-confirmed cases of COVID-19 reported this morning
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Waypoint recruiting volunteers for special sewing project

Waypoint recruiting volunteers for special sewing project

Volunteers will soon begin making reusable and washable isolation gowns
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