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Chris Simon

Chris Simon

Chris Simon is an award-winning journalist who has written for publications throughout Simcoe County and York Region. He is the current Editor of BradfordToday and InnisfilToday and has about two decades of experience in the sector. He lives in the community with his lovely wife Sarah and two active and amazing kids. His goal as Editor is to help cement BradfordToday and InnisfilToday as the publications of record within their respective municipalities. Got a news tip? Shoot him an email at the link below

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Recent Work by Chris

Four events you have to check out in South Simcoe this weekend

Four events you have to check out in South Simcoe this weekend

From a board game cafe in Innisfil to the Bradford mayor's annual levee, there's plenty to do in the area over the coming days, editor writes
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Respiratory illnesses 'trending higher' in Simcoe-Muskoka region

Respiratory illnesses 'trending higher' in Simcoe-Muskoka region

Health unit sees increase in emergency department visits due to respiratory illness between Dec. 22 and 28, with COVID-19, influenza A and RSV all circulating; Stroud pharmacist urges residents to get vaccinated
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Months after fire, businesses in Cookstown plaza are 'happy' to reopen

Months after fire, businesses in Cookstown plaza are 'happy' to reopen

Emergency crews were called to the Queen Street Foodland location shortly before 6 a.m. on July 5; smoke damage had caused all units to be temporarily shuttered
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COLUMN: An awful year can still end with hope and promise

COLUMN: An awful year can still end with hope and promise

After losing his wife to cancer in September, editor reflects on the holiday season with a range of emotions
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‘Rebuild their lives’: Fundraiser for Bradford fire victims surpasses $21K

‘Rebuild their lives’: Fundraiser for Bradford fire victims surpasses $21K

'As the holiday season approaches, these families face an unimaginable loss and need our help,' says campaign organizer
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From new businesses to homeless encampments: An overview of Innisfil's 2024

From new businesses to homeless encampments: An overview of Innisfil's 2024

Our news team captured the northern lights, Premier Doug Ford, the filming of a popular Rogers commercial and even Santa Claus this year, editor writes
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I'm lovin' it: McDonald's opens new restaurant in Cookstown

I'm lovin' it: McDonald's opens new restaurant in Cookstown

'We’re just super excited to embrace the community that’s growing,' says fast-food franchisee, who also operates sites in Barrie, Bradford and Orillia
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Community for Kids helping more than 900 people this holiday season

Community for Kids helping more than 900 people this holiday season

Innisfil-based charity sees nearly 20-per-cent spike in demand compared to last year, president says
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'Listen for the sirens': Santa, firefighters to spread cheer in Alcona, Stroud tonight

'Listen for the sirens': Santa, firefighters to spread cheer in Alcona, Stroud tonight

Donations will also be collected for the Innisfil Food Bank
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'Irreplaceable void': Tributes pour in for controversial South Simcoe officer

'Irreplaceable void': Tributes pour in for controversial South Simcoe officer

Constable who had been facing discreditable conduct charges remembered by friends and family for his 'ambition, intelligence, and unwavering commitment to doing his best'
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