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Midland, Penetanguishene get Gas Tax funding for public transit

Midland, Penetanguishene get Gas Tax funding for public transit

To make up for reduced gas sales due to COVID-19, this year’s funding includes one-time additional support of $120.4 million from province
Ontario starting to see 'glimmers of hope', says Elliott

Ontario starting to see 'glimmers of hope', says Elliott

Top officials give an update on COVID-19 data ahead of details of how the province will reopen, with that announcement expected later this week
COVID patients occupying 24% of ICU beds in Ontario

COVID patients occupying 24% of ICU beds in Ontario

The latest provincial update includes 59 deaths and 5,744 new cases captured by limited testing
WATCH: Elliott, top doc give COVID update

WATCH: Elliott, top doc give COVID update

Omicron expected to peak this month, with hospitalizations peaking after
Penetanguishene superjail staff, inmates dealing with major COVID-19 outbreak

Penetanguishene superjail staff, inmates dealing with major COVID-19 outbreak

'Typically (outbreaks) cause lockdowns, increased workload and frustration for staff, increased tension for inmates, which makes for a very difficult work environment,” union head says
County of Simcoe skate trail officially open for 2022 season

County of Simcoe skate trail officially open for 2022 season

It remains a popular winter destination for residents across the region with over one kilometre of peaceful solitude through Simcoe County forests
LETTER: Local trucker, Ontario group driving for industry change

LETTER: Local trucker, Ontario group driving for industry change

'Drivers are being trained to pass the test and not necessarily understanding everything it takes to be a safe operator of a commercial vehicle,' concerned trucker says
Good morning, Midland!

Good morning, Midland!

Here's a look at the current local weather and gas prices
COLUMN: Pull the plug, it's time to dismantle Christmas

COLUMN: Pull the plug, it's time to dismantle Christmas

The struggle is real as columnist, full of carbs and regret, walks you through the process of packing Christmas away — and it's not pretty
Orillia making bid to host 2024 Ontario 55+ Winter Games

Orillia making bid to host 2024 Ontario 55+ Winter Games

Orillia submitted bid for 2023 games, which were cancelled due to pandemic; 'This is really important for our community,' councillor says