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INSIDE THE VILLAGE: Your grandchild is not in jail, don't send money!

INSIDE THE VILLAGE: Your grandchild is not in jail, don't send money!

This week on the podcast: From grandparent scams to romance ripoffs to bogus job offers, fraud has become a multi-billion dollar industry. We talk to an expert about why phishing is flourishing
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BEYOND LOCAL: Iron fuels immune cells – and it could make asthma worse

BEYOND LOCAL: Iron fuels immune cells – and it could make asthma worse

A lesser known important function of iron is its involvement in generating energy for certain immune cells
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Daring treetop rescue: Injured seagull becomes tangled in fishing line

Daring treetop rescue: Injured seagull becomes tangled in fishing line

'It really does take a village of people who care to have a successful outcome like this,' Speaking of Wildlife official says after dramatic rescue
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LifeLabs employees back to work after ratifying new 3-year deal

LifeLabs employees back to work after ratifying new 3-year deal

'The employer may have deep pockets, but that’s no match for the collective power of organized workers,' says OPSEU president
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Police investigating assault in Midland

Police investigating assault in Midland

Victim sustained 'significant injuries' in April 28 incident
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Area high school hires teacher facing child-porn charges in B.C.

Area high school hires teacher facing child-porn charges in B.C.

School board confirms Darrell Gilkes, charged by the RCMP in 2022, is no longer teaching at the school after an arrest warrant was issued May 13
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Popular Midland hardware, building supply store changes hands

Popular Midland hardware, building supply store changes hands

'Positive change,' outgoing Midland Home Hardware Building Centre and Design Centre co-owner says of sale to Orillia hardware store owners
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Ford asks feds to pause safe opioid supply programs

Ford asks feds to pause safe opioid supply programs

Federal government should put a pin in approving new sites that supply safe opioids, Ontario premier wrote in a letter to the prime minister
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COLUMN: Does latest weight-loss drug spell 'medical miracle'?

COLUMN: Does latest weight-loss drug spell 'medical miracle'?

Oh-oh-oh, Ozempic! In this week's column, Wendy shares her personal journey with the diabetic-turned-weight-loss medication
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Discovery Harbour, Sainte-Marie among the Hurons open for season

Discovery Harbour, Sainte-Marie among the Hurons open for season

'These historical attractions are perfect destinations for families looking for a fun day trip,' says official
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