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Derek Howard, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter

Derek Howard, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter

Derek Howard is a Midland-based civic issues reporter with a background in print journalism. He has lived within North Simcoe for the majority of his life. Sometimes a stage actor, sometimes a voice actor, and sometimes a fiction novelist; when not scooping news, Derek enjoys diving into futurism by researching cutting edge technologies, while also appreciating the beautiful nature of the surrounding area. On occasion, Derek has been known to livestream play sessions of forgotten 1980s video games to sparse crowds. Derek lives alone and would like to someday have a goldfish named Chaos.

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Recent Work by Derek

Hundreds protest township's plan to build new admin centre

Hundreds protest township's plan to build new admin centre

'Although a tough time, it shows the maturity and civility and professionalism of our township,' says mayor
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Province called 'disrespectful' in corrections facility cost battle

Province called 'disrespectful' in corrections facility cost battle

On hook for Central North Correctional Centre costs of $2 million, snubbed Penetanguishene council looks to ‘ramp up the noise’ with support from other facilities
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Area councillor accuses residents of ‘intimidation’ and 'libel'

Area councillor accuses residents of ‘intimidation’ and 'libel'

Tiny Township resident Karen Zulynik says petition opposing contentious building project has surpassed 2,000 signatures; CAO notes cases where people took photos of employees' personal vehicles and posted them online
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'Rewarding' therapy dog graduation is a tail for the ages

'Rewarding' therapy dog graduation is a tail for the ages

Doggy bags of presents served for Chartwell Tiffin Retirement Residence attendees as Fitz and owner graduate 10-week training period from St. John Ambulance therapy dog program
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Awenda, Giants Tomb set to expand over next three years

Awenda, Giants Tomb set to expand over next three years

Three-year, $10 million federal and provincial partnership announced Monday by dignitaries including Barrie-Innisfil MPP, who also serves as Ontario's Environment, Conservation and Parks minister
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Man's 'walk for mental health’ following famed El Camino route

Man's 'walk for mental health’ following famed El Camino route

Historic 1,000-kilometre pilgrimage through France, Spain serving as fundraiser for Waypoint vice-chair and Tiny resident Steve Parry
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Local mayors get ‘fairly non-committal’ response to aggregate concerns

Local mayors get ‘fairly non-committal’ response to aggregate concerns

‘It’s always on our agenda’, says Tiny mayor following lukewarm ministry response to joint five-municipality letter of concern on aggregate policy amendments
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Township hires private eye to expose illegal short-term rentals

Township hires private eye to expose illegal short-term rentals

Bylaw head says a private investigator 'can rent a property, obtain receipts, document communications, take interior photos and even photocopy' the property's manual
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'Just phenomenal': New snowmobile station honours OFSC founder

'Just phenomenal': New snowmobile station honours OFSC founder

Groomer station dedicated to local Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs founder holds grand opening for roughly 50 attendees, including founder’s son: ‘My father would be just tickled pink’
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'Sudden and unexpected': Midland Deputy Mayor Jack Contin dies

'Sudden and unexpected': Midland Deputy Mayor Jack Contin dies

'He was my wingman, and he’s left a void that won’t be easily filled,' says mayor on sudden passing of Jack Contin, 70
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