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COVID-19 rapid testing devices a positive for rural hospitals, says University of Guelph professor

COVID-19 rapid testing devices a positive for rural hospitals, says University of Guelph professor

Rapid testing can help rural hospitals without genetic testing equipment get faster COVID results and reduce the backlog at the main clinical labs
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WATCH: Province pauses social circles amid COVID second wave

WATCH: Province pauses social circles amid COVID second wave

Advises all Ontarians allow close contact only with people living in their own household and maintain two metres physical distancing from everyone else
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UPDATE: Seven new cases confirmed in Guelph Friday

UPDATE: Seven new cases confirmed in Guelph Friday

Plus one new confirmed case in Wellington County
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Emergency Fund to assist PIN volunteer recruitment

Emergency Fund to assist PIN volunteer recruitment

Initiative will support local nonprofits and charities with COVID volunteer needs
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Harriston COVID testing centre accepting appointments starting today (UPDATED)

Harriston COVID testing centre accepting appointments starting today (UPDATED)

The new location will be appointment only, walk-ins accepted at the Legacy Groves hospital with expanded hours of operation
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Individuals can wait in line digitally at Guelph's COVID assessment clinic (UPDATED)

Individuals can wait in line digitally at Guelph's COVID assessment clinic (UPDATED)

Individuals that register at the testing clinic can now use an app to follow when their turn is approaching
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Case confirmed at École Arbour Vista Public School

Case confirmed at École Arbour Vista Public School

Five Guelph schools now have confirmed cases
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U of G team studying wastewater to gain advanced notice of COVID

U of G team studying wastewater to gain advanced notice of COVID

U of G research team testing wastewater from campus residences to detect the virus before symptoms show up in those residing there
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Fergus Grand Theatre staying closed for the rest of the year

Fergus Grand Theatre staying closed for the rest of the year

Theatre Coordinator Eric Goudie is assuring patrons that the theatre will be back in 2021
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COVID-19: Screening guidance updated for Ontario students

COVID-19: Screening guidance updated for Ontario students

Two symptoms have also been removed
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