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The City of Barrie will be performing snow removal operations in the downtown area during the overnight hours on Monday, January 4 and Tuesday, January 5, 2021.

Georgian Bay General Hospital in Midland sees a glimmer of hope amid a devastating COVID-19 outbreak.

The province-wide lockdown could cost ski hills more than the season. Lexy Benedict reports.

Cookstown woman plans to help pay the rent of a friend who encouraged her to buy lottery ticket that wound up a winner. https://barrie.ctvnews.ca/cookstown-woman-celebrates-100k-w

Several local businesses in Midland are giving back to those working on the frontlines

A staff member at The Pines Long-Term Care Home in Bracebridge has tested positive for COVID-19.

A 41-year-old man from Innisfil has been charged with impaired driving following a R.I.D.E. stop Tuesday night.

The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit logs 70 new COVID-19 cases Tuesday, plus another death. Roger Klein reports.

The family of a missing Gravenhurst man still has no answers.

Team Canada loses the gold medal game of the World Junior Hockey Championship, 2-0, to the United States in Edmonton.

The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) reports 29 new COVID-19 cases Tuesday, for a total of 104 since Sunday.

A huge cleanup is underway after a crane toppled over at a Toronto construction site.

Volunteers show up in a big way to replace stolen Christmas decorations from a Thornbury seniors' home. https://barrie.ctvnews.ca/volunteers-replace-stolen-christm

MPs Darren Fisher, Michelle Rempel Garner and Don Davies discuss whether Ontario knows how many vaccine doses it will get.

CTV's Madison Erhardt brings us an up close and personal story of life and death from RVH’s cardiac care centre.

Multiple outbreaks declared in Simcoe Muskoka in seniors homes, schools and Barrie hockey teams. https://barrie.ctvnews.ca/health-unit-lists-29-new-covid-ca

Collingwood Marine and General Hospital's Dr. Michael Lisi talks the rising COVID-19 numbers and the impacts on local hospitals. https://barrie.ctvnews.ca/video

CTV's Mike Arsalides reports on the latest surge in COVID-19 cases across Simcoe Muskoka.

There were line ups out the stores as people aim to get their holiday shopping done. CTV's Rob Cooper reports.

HAPPENING NOW: Queen Street in Elmvale is closed while crews work to put out a structure fire. (Photo cred: Springwater Fire) https://barrie.ctvnews.ca/structure-fire-in-elmvale-forces-

CTV's Lexy Benedict reports on the police procession to bring the body of slain OPP officer Const. Marc Hovingh home.

Join us this Thurs., Nov. 26 starting at 10 a.m. for the RVH Spirit of Giving Streamathon to support patient care closer to home. https://barrie.ctvnews.ca/rvh-streamathon

Baby Jesus and his manger stolen from nativity scene in Innisfil leaves owner and local pastor saddened with two weeks to Christmas. https://barrie.ctvnews.ca/baby-jesus-and-manger-taken-from-

The future of the historic S.S. Keewatin remains up in the air. https://barrie.ctvnews.ca/fears-persist-over-the-future-of-

York Regional Police have seized millions of dollars worth of illegally grown cannabis in a series of raids that also uncovered several exotic animals.

The Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre (RVH) in Barrie has ambitious plans to expand its north campus and add a campus to the south.

COVID-19 testing centres across Simcoe Muskoka remain steady with the number of patients wanting to be tested for the virus.

CTV's Lexy Benedict reports on this year's Movember campaign.

The need for your donations to CTV Barrie's Toy Mountain is greater than ever this year. Your online donations will help to make this Christmas a little brighter for hundreds of kids with Simcoe Muskoka Family Connexions. https://barrie.ctvnews.ca/toy-mountain

Muskoka wants to separate from the local health unit's geographical borders as COVID-19 cases rise in Simcoe County, along with the possibility of tighter restrictions. https://barrie.ctvnews.ca/muskoka-seeks-to-separate-from-si

The Ontario government announced Tuesday it started giving out COVID-19 rapid tests to some hospitals and seniors' homes.

Fire destroys a barn at a Beeton farm. https://barrie.ctvnews.ca/fire-destroys-barn-on-beeton-farm

The health unit reports 22 new COVID-19 cases in Simcoe Muskoka Wednesday.

The Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board is changing the way virtual learners will receive their curriculum starting next month

Dr. Michael Lisi talks about pandemic fatigue, lessons learned and Halloween. https://barrie.ctvnews.ca/video

More than 800 charges are expected to be laid against 88 people after Toronto-area police say they dismantled an organized crime group.

One couple shares their incredible life and death story and how the staff at RVH's cardiac care unit made all the difference. https://barrie.ctvnews.ca/he-did-have-the-heart-attack-and-

The United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is warning that recreational hockey has the right conditions for a superspreader event of COVID-19.

CTV's Rob Cooper has details of an extensive search for a Bradford boy who hasn’t been seen since Friday.

Major European nations are reporting their highest daily COVID-19 case counts since the spring -- and in some countries, the highest ever.

York Region business owners are disheartened with news Ontario imposed Stage 2 restrictions on the area. CTV's Siobhan Morris reports.

Student conduct has come into question in a Midland community with reports of some high schoolers disregarding COVID-19 protocols.

New COVID-19 rapid tests coming to seniors' homes and hospitals in Simcoe Muskoka, Ontario government announces. https://barrie.ctvnews.ca/new-covid-19-rapid-tests-coming-t

An Alliston student shows up to a drive-thru graduation on a horse. https://barrie.ctvnews.ca/video

COVID-19 testing centres across Simcoe Muskoka report a steady patient flow and say results are coming back in 24 hours. https://barrie.ctvnews.ca/covid-19-testing-centres-remain-s

Tonight at 11:00 - Thursday, October 29, 2020.

The family of a missing Bradford teen make an emotional plea for his safe return, meanwhile police investigate hours of security footage that updates a timeline. https://barrie.ctvnews.ca/family-of-missing-bradford-teen-m

The new rules limit the capacity in bars, restaurants and nightclubs as well as fitness centres and meeting and event facilities.

Advocates say Joyce Echaquan's death is just the latest example of systemic racism against Indigenous people in the Canadian health-care system.

A group of black bear cubs at a conservation centre in New Hampshire were treated to a massive pile of apples and expressed their enjoyment for the treat by making an audible buzzing sound.

Tonight at 11:00 - Wednesday, October 28, 2020.

There's a new source of hope and protection in the future of Canada's third-largest wetland system, the Minesing Wetlands. https://barrie.ctvnews.ca/protection-announced-for-the-futu

CTV's Madison Erhardt chats one-on-one with Premier Doug Ford during his stop in Barrie today. https://barrie.ctvnews.ca/video

The Simcoe Muskoka health unit grows concerned about the surge in COVID-19 cases this month.

Parents are voicing their concerns about school-shared buses after a positive COVID-19 case at one school resulted in implications for another. https://barrie.ctvnews.ca/parents-voice-concerns-after-posi

Clinics around the region are transitioning to a by-appointment-only model

The real estate market is booming in Grey Bruce. https://barrie.ctvnews.ca/real-estate-market-booming-in-gre

Some parents are upset over news the Catholic school board is shifting to a new hybrid learning model in Simcoe Muskoka. https://barrie.ctvnews.ca/simcoe-muskoka-catholic-elementar

Police release photos of jewelry, and clothing in an effort to identify a woman found dead in Lake Simcoe https://barrie.ctvnews.ca/photos-released-of-items-worn-by-

Bradford boy who disappeared 6 days ago plays Fortnite, and police are urging gamers to pay close attention if they notice anything regarding his whereabouts as their intense search continues. https://barrie.ctvnews.ca/police-scour-bradford-for-teen-wh

Tonight at 6:00 - Thursday, October 29, 2020.

U.S. President Donald Trump has joined a growing group of world leaders who have been infected with the coronavirus. Some, like Trump, had been accused of not taking the pandemic seriously. A few are now sending Trump their wishes for a speedy recovery.

Elementary students with the Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board will be introduced to a new hybrid learning model in all its schools. https://barrie.ctvnews.ca/simcoe-muskoka-catholic-elementar

Flames started in the attic of the former Pie on Friday night

Tonight at 11:00 - Friday, October 16, 2020.

SMDHU reports 26 new COVID-19 cases across Simcoe County. https://barrie.ctvnews.ca/26-new-covid-19-cases-reported-ac

Christmas Cheer hopes to raise $250,000 through online donations this year. https://barrie.ctvnews.ca/christmas-cheer-officially-kicked

A Tay Township family plays Canada's Family Feud. https://barrie.ctvnews.ca/video

Police have linked the same suspect to four robberies in Gravenhurst and Orillia over two days. https://barrie.ctvnews.ca/opp-links-suspect-in-failed-grave

An emotional plea from the family of Siem Zerezghi. "We are worried about you. We love you and we miss you. Please come home." https://barrie.ctvnews.ca/the-massive-search-for-a-missing-

Historic landmark in Port Stanton is destroyed by fire. https://barrie.ctvnews.ca/port-stanton-landmark-destroyed-b

Madrid awoke Saturday to its first day under a partial lockdown, with police controlling travel in and out of the Spanish capital as the city and its suburbs have become Europe's biggest hot spot in the second wave of the coronavirus.

York Region business owners feel Ontario's decision to tighten restrictions is unfair and worry they may not survive another closure. https://barrie.ctvnews.ca/york-region-business-owners-call-

One local farm has had to cut back capacity by 50 percent to stay COVID-safe

A Barrie couple separated for 7 months because of the pandemic finally got to hold hands today to celebrate their 70th anniversary. https://barrie.ctvnews.ca/barrie-couple-separated-for-month

OPP patrol area trails and hand hefty fines to riders without permits. and one who had a toddler on board while travelling along the highway. https://barrie.ctvnews.ca/opp-hands-out-fines-to-off-road-r

Egypt's tourism and antiquities minster said on Saturday archeologists have unearthed dozens of ancient coffins in a vast necropolis south of Cairo.

Health expert says there is the possibility Simcoe Muskoka could see stricter measures if COVID cases continue to soar. https://barrie.ctvnews.ca/covid-19-cases-surge-in-simcoe-mu

Another senior has died amid a COVID-19 outbreak at Simcoe Manor in Beeton where 60 residents and staff members are now infected. https://barrie.ctvnews.ca/simcoe-manor-reports-60-infection

Tonight at 6:00 - Wednesday, October 28, 2020.

Gordon Mooney hasn’t been seen since Monday

Simcoe Muskoka high school students don't have to cram for exams this year - the school boards have done away with final exams. https://barrie.ctvnews.ca/final-exams-cancelled-for-simcoe-

COVID-19 cases surge in Simcoe County during second wave https://barrie.ctvnews.ca/october-logs-most-covid-19-cases-

Ireland's Supreme Court has ruled that bread sold by the fast food chain Subway contains so much sugar that it cannot be legally defined as bread.

Restaurant and bar owners in Collingwood are preparing for colder weather and the possibility of another lockdown

For many restaurants, bars and cafes, the colder weather means the end of patio season. But, that's not the case at Downtown Collingwood's 1858 Caesar Bar.

A critical resource for those in need prepares to close its doors

Barrie's charity store is closing its doors because it can no longer afford to stay open, stoking fears that people in-need will lose access to necessary items during the winter months.

Driver clocked at 143 km/h leads OPP on cottage country chase https://barrie.ctvnews.ca/driver-clocked-at-143-km-h-leads-

Two people are in hospital after the crash on a private helipad

Two people are in hospital following a helicopter crash on Saturday afternoon in the community of Loretto, in Adjala-Tosorontio

As if 2020 isn't weird enough, it's a year with 13 full moons rather than 12 -- and two of these will occur in October.

Shopping centres say meeting Santa will be just as magical for children this Christmas, even if it has to be at a distance of two metres -- or via webcam.

Canadians should accept that their old way of life is gone for the foreseeable future in order to make decisions that will help reduce the transmission of COVID-19, one public health expert warns.