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As temperatures soar, birds begin thinking about winter flights

As temperatures soar, birds begin thinking about winter flights

Depending on where they want to spend the winter months determines when they have to depart from our neighbourhood, says outdoors columnist
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COVID-19: Doctor quits Ontario science advisory group, alleges political influence

COVID-19: Doctor quits Ontario science advisory group, alleges political influence

Claims that the science table was sitting on 'important modelling work that projects a grim fall'
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Ontario reports 639 new COVID cases Monday

Ontario reports 639 new COVID cases Monday

Today's update also reports zero deaths and 502 recoveries
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ONTARIO: Province extends pay increase for PSWs until Oct. 31

ONTARIO: Province extends pay increase for PSWs until Oct. 31

Pay bump was first put in place last October
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Local family chosen for new Habitat for Humanity project in Midland

Local family chosen for new Habitat for Humanity project in Midland

'It’s about knowing the future is secure for my family,' says father after family learns it will be one of two to dwell in Building Futures in Midland project
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Rainbow crosswalk in Midland gains traction with council

Rainbow crosswalk in Midland gains traction with council

Despite concerns about vandals defacing a rainbow crossing, council gave the idea the green light; Crosswalk could be in place by September
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Good morning, Midland!

Good morning, Midland!

Don't forget to smile today!
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BEYOND LOCAL: Disaster-mapping drones often neglect deadliest, costliest events and hardest-hit areas

BEYOND LOCAL: Disaster-mapping drones often neglect deadliest, costliest events and hardest-hit areas

Drones are increasingly being used in disaster management
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Variety is the spice — and source — of sustainable life

Variety is the spice — and source — of sustainable life

Having a variety of trees throughout our wooded areas supports functioning ecosystems that include other plant life, insects and animals
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New radar at King City put to the test during last month's Barrie tornado

New radar at King City put to the test during last month's Barrie tornado

'What we have is the ability... to look at storms and get a lot more information,' says researcher manager
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