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BEYOND LOCAL: Patient aggression and physician burnout contribute to a human resources crisis in health care

BEYOND LOCAL: Patient aggression and physician burnout contribute to a human resources crisis in health care

Stressful clinic encounters include things like patients who demand drug prescriptions that aren’t medically needed, and those with unrealistic expectations about appointment availability, treatment results or wait times
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Bon appétit! French teacher takes unique approach to online learning

Bon appétit! French teacher takes unique approach to online learning

Grade 2 French immersion teacher Stacey Bock turned to cooking after looking for creative ways to keep her students engaged
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Good morning, Innisfil!

Good morning, Innisfil!

Here's a look at the current local weather and gas prices
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BEYOND LOCAL: Why do we love puzzles like Wordle and Scrabble and are they good for our brains?

BEYOND LOCAL: Why do we love puzzles like Wordle and Scrabble and are they good for our brains?

Wordle is the latest word game to captivate millions
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Local mental health advocate warns of negative impact of cannabis use

Local mental health advocate warns of negative impact of cannabis use

Local cannabis store manager disputes claims, contends 'it's all about education' and finding the right type and correct dose
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Diversity Ambassador Training returning to region for fifth year

Diversity Ambassador Training returning to region for fifth year

The virtual sessions offer education and tools to support diversity awareness and provide an overview of the #ITSTARTS social media campaign
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Residents rally in 'support of the truckers' (6 photos)

Residents rally in 'support of the truckers' (6 photos)

'This is about not shutting down businesses and supporting the truck drivers in Ottawa,' said organizer of event in Barrie Saturday
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CANADA: Thousands gather at Parliament for protest against vaccine mandates

CANADA: Thousands gather at Parliament for protest against vaccine mandates

Several in attendance said the gathering wouldn't likely be a one day protest and promised to stay parked by Parliament until vaccine mandate and public-health restrictions are lifted
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Residents should not fear grocery shortages: retail council

Residents should not fear grocery shortages: retail council

'Canadians should have no concerns about food availability,' says Retail Council official, noting grocers are adept at dealing with challenges
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2022 NVCA Board of Directors welcomes two new members

2022 NVCA Board of Directors welcomes two new members

Councillor Mariane McLeod of the Town of Collingwood, and Councillor Gail Little of the Township of Amaranth were acclaimed to lead the Board of Directors as Chair and Vice Chair.
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