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Cottage CountryCon returning to the region this summer

Cottage CountryCon returning to the region this summer

'Every year more and more people attend. We end up adding new features to the show and it brings in different generations and fans of different things,' says organizer
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New one-of-a-kind ride turns you upside down at Canada's Wonderland

New one-of-a-kind ride turns you upside down at Canada's Wonderland

The Tundra Twister is a pendulum ride that swings people 360 degrees, 47 meters high, at speeds up to 75 km/hour
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More than 60,000 people expected at Midland Butter Tart Festival

More than 60,000 people expected at Midland Butter Tart Festival

Last year's best-in-show champ looks to defend her title but is keeping specifics about her tasty entry in the wild category secret for now
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Health unit warns of dangers of wildfire smoke

Health unit warns of dangers of wildfire smoke

Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit provides tips to stay safe amid the poor air quality
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OPP searching for missing Midland resident (Update: located)

OPP searching for missing Midland resident (Update: located)

Police have confirmed the man's well-being
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Coldwater woman charged with attempted murder

Coldwater woman charged with attempted murder

A 22-year-old Coldwater woman is charged with attempt to commit murder using a firearm, police say of May 23 incident in Georgina
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<b>Adopt Me:</b> Zoey is full of personality

Adopt Me: Zoey is full of personality

This young girl is playful, silly and loving
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Agencies team up to support vulnerable children, youth

Agencies team up to support vulnerable children, youth

New Path Youth and Family Services, Child and Youth Advocacy Centre Simcoe Muskoka forge 'wonderful partnership'
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'An achievement': Local teen, mom bond in gruelling ultra-marathon

'An achievement': Local teen, mom bond in gruelling ultra-marathon

Oro-Medonte teen, mom crossed the finish line together; 'It was one of the most amazing experiences of my life as a mom,' his mother said
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Hometown Snowbird flies into region for weekend air show

Hometown Snowbird flies into region for weekend air show

Capt. Marc-Andre Plante, who was a student at both Nouvelle-Alliance and Bear Creek, will be one of the pilots this weekend
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