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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 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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chris@bradfordtoday.ca

Recent Work by Chris

'The future of aviation': Innisfil pilot lands prestigious flying scholarship

'The future of aviation': Innisfil pilot lands prestigious flying scholarship

Winners of Northern Lights Aero Foundation’s sixth annual Captain Judy Cameron scholarship named last week
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Giant snow sculpture turns grandkids into 'rock stars' at school

Giant snow sculpture turns grandkids into 'rock stars' at school

'It’s for the community. That’s what it’s here for. Come on up. It’s facing outwards, not in,' says Innisfil resident of his latest chilly creation
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‘Nothing more Canadiana’: Innisfil syrup producer taps first trees of the season

‘Nothing more Canadiana’: Innisfil syrup producer taps first trees of the season

Simcoe and District Maple Syrup Producers Association members, local dignitaries gather at Maple Heights Farms for 'first tapping ceremony' Friday morning
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'Believe in yourself': Student wins writing contest with humour — and a stick

'Believe in yourself': Student wins writing contest with humour — and a stick

There were 93 entites in this year's Innisfil ideaLAB and Library Short Story Contest, with Cookstown Central student Sarjana Shayanthan capturing top prize
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'Queen and boss lady' remembered by family, friends as fundraiser surpasses $15K

'Queen and boss lady' remembered by family, friends as fundraiser surpasses $15K

Visitation, funeral details released for Maria Persand, who died after being struck by a GO Transit train in Innisfil one week ago; GoFundMe page set up for family has received almost 220 separate donations
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‘Rebuild their lives’: Fundraiser for fire victims surpasses $21K

‘Rebuild their lives’: Fundraiser for 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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'Irreplaceable void': Tributes pour in for controversial police officer

'Irreplaceable void': Tributes pour in for controversial police 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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Rising salt level may push Lake to 'tipping point': Conservation Authority

Rising salt level may push Lake to 'tipping point': Conservation Authority

From pickled sand to 'Snow School' for roads crews, the towns of Bradford and Innisfil say they're trying different ways to reduce salt application this winter
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SIU clears South Simcoe police in August shooting of 2 teens in Innisfil

SIU clears South Simcoe police in August shooting of 2 teens in Innisfil

'There is no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case,' police watchdog concludes. 'The file is closed'
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No mail? No problem — you can still get a response from Santa this season

No mail? No problem — you can still get a response from Santa this season

Local businesses offering solutions to an issue complicated by the Canada Post strike
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