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Michael Owen

Michael Owen

Michael Owen has worked in news since 2009 and most recently joined Village Media in 2023 as a general assignment reporter for BradfordToday

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Recent Work by Michael

‘So much sense’: Bradford to save $1.94M by joining county insurance plan

‘So much sense’: Bradford to save $1.94M by joining county insurance plan

‘We’re really using the insurance playbook for ourselves,’ says consultant
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BETTER KNOW A CANDIDATE: Libertarian sees 'same concerns' across York-Simcoe

BETTER KNOW A CANDIDATE: Libertarian sees 'same concerns' across York-Simcoe

Candidate Sean Conroy wants to be a voice for the average Joe and bring politics back to reality; 'I want to be their champion'
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Play Palooza hosting grand opening on Saturday in Bradford

Play Palooza hosting grand opening on Saturday in Bradford

Guests invited to bring children to explore new play centre and enjoy face painting, cotton candy, treats and balloons from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
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'Public safety is paramount': Drivers caught even when police don’t chase them

'Public safety is paramount': Drivers caught even when police don’t chase them

South Simcoe officers engaged in just seven pursuits in 2024, with none leading to collisions or injuries
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'Quite thrilled': Bradford looks to fend off impacts of climate change

'Quite thrilled': Bradford looks to fend off impacts of climate change

'It’s about protecting nature, saving local taxpayers’ money and supporting local businesses,' says councillor/chair of green initiatives advisory committee
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BETTER KNOW A CANDIDATE: New Blue's Fellman carries 'good track record'

BETTER KNOW A CANDIDATE: New Blue's Fellman carries 'good track record'

Party considered an anti-establishment, centre-right political entity
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Police started 2025 with busiest month ever in Bradford, Innisfil

Police started 2025 with busiest month ever in Bradford, Innisfil

‘It was a very busy month for our officers in January,’ deputy chief says of 3,543 calls for service setting an ‘all-time record’
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COUNCIL NOTES: Climate change plan, call to end homelessness on agenda

COUNCIL NOTES: Climate change plan, call to end homelessness on agenda

Bradford councillors will also discuss Tuesday night whether to join Simcoe County’s pooled insurance plan
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BETTER KNOW A CANDIDATE: Liberal Party's Chaudhry would 'stand up' for residents

BETTER KNOW A CANDIDATE: Liberal Party's Chaudhry would 'stand up' for residents

Candidate hopes to ‘push for policies that benefit everyone — not just the wealthy few’
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Police try to offer ‘exceptional service’ in Bradford, Innisfil

Police try to offer ‘exceptional service’ in Bradford, Innisfil

Report shows complaints increased in the second half of 2024, but almost all were screened out, withdrawn or unsubstantiated
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