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Sexual assault trial related to alleged rape at house party adjourned to January

Sexual assault trial related to alleged rape at house party adjourned to January

Legal arguments have delayed the trial until Jan. 13
Young players hold Penetang Kings steady through spirited season

Young players hold Penetang Kings steady through spirited season

'Penetang hasn’t won a playoff round in a few years. We are looking to change that this year,' says veteran player Carson Thayer
Mother fears for son’s education amid federal funding delays

Mother fears for son’s education amid federal funding delays

'My son’s right to education, special needs education, is being threatened by the complete failure of both levels of government,' says frustrated area mother
Handyman honoured for saving colleague's life at area work site

Handyman honoured for saving colleague's life at area work site

Bill Murray saw a colleague collapse to the ground on Sept. 27 and immediately took action; mayor says Murray showed 'heroism and bravery'
POLL: Most say Trudeau should go, and want early election

POLL: Most say Trudeau should go, and want early election

After a turbulent week in Ottawa, very large majorities of readers say that Canada needs a federal election before October of 2025, the latest date it could legally be held, and also that it's time for Justin Trudeau to announce plans to end his term as leader of the federal Liberals
LETTER: Don't blame homeless for 'lack of perceived safety'

LETTER: Don't blame homeless for 'lack of perceived safety'

'Systemic issues such as a lack of affordable housing, insufficient mental health care ... and the erosion of social safety nets have reached a tipping point,' says letter writer
Home Depot initiative aims to help homeless youth in north Simcoe

Home Depot initiative aims to help homeless youth in north Simcoe

All funds raised locally from Orange Door Project go directly to supporting youth in Midland, Penetanguishene, Tay, Tiny and Beausoleil First Nation
BEYOND LOCAL: Man found guilty, again, of attempted murder in 2018 incident

BEYOND LOCAL: Man found guilty, again, of attempted murder in 2018 incident

Conviction follows second trial ordered by Ontario Court of Appeal
COLUMN: Since ancient times, solstice reminder that even darkest days give way to light

COLUMN: Since ancient times, solstice reminder that even darkest days give way to light

It’s a tribute to the sun’s imminent return—a reason for everyone to celebrate. Best of all? No shopping lists required, columnist notes
Good morning, Midland! Here's today's weather!

Good morning, Midland! Here's today's weather!

Here's a look at the current local weather and gas prices