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'This cannot be right,' says local couple issued $12K in travel fines under expiring rule

'This cannot be right,' says local couple issued $12K in travel fines under expiring rule

Barrie couple in their 80s had returned from missionary work in Jamaica just two hours before quarantine regulations were set to change
Ontario reports 114 new COVID cases Monday

Ontario reports 114 new COVID cases Monday

Today's update includes 96 new recoveries and zero deaths
Council votes against plan to give rebates to election candidates

Council votes against plan to give rebates to election candidates

Deputy mayor’s proposal to 'level playing field' falls short, but council keeps door open to entertaining the idea in the future
BEYOND LOCAL: How far away are professional golfers from accepting rangefinders in competition?

BEYOND LOCAL: How far away are professional golfers from accepting rangefinders in competition?

The use of rangefinders at this year’s PGA Championship offers a glimpse into the future of professional golf, experts say
Upcoming 'Ask an Expert' event focuses on cybersecurity

Upcoming 'Ask an Expert' event focuses on cybersecurity

The July 21 session will provide information on risks facing businesses, how to safeguard against security breaches, and common mistakes
Good morning, Midland!

Good morning, Midland!

Don't forget to smile today!
BEYOND LOCAL: Women who care for others should feel OK stepping back

BEYOND LOCAL: Women who care for others should feel OK stepping back

Women often feel stuck caring for others. We must consider how we can learn from them and from care scholars about how to get “unstuck"
Casino Rama rolling the dice, preparing to reopen July 29

Casino Rama rolling the dice, preparing to reopen July 29

While details are scant, officials say Casino Rama will reopen to 50% capacity; Timeline for return of concerts and other amenities remains unclear
Local senior sets out on adventure to find longtime sunken treasure

Local senior sets out on adventure to find longtime sunken treasure

Dieter Mueller on the hunt for two dozen 26-ounce bottles of whisky on the bottom of Otter Lake near Parry Sound and he has brought in the Barrie Scuba House for help
Former Tay resident to coach Canadian triathletes at Olympics

Former Tay resident to coach Canadian triathletes at Olympics

'And we came from this tiny town where nobody really told anybody there that they couldn't do it,' said Kyla Rollinson of North Simcoe legacy of athletic excellence