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WBFO Brief September 5, 2024

On today's WBFO Brief:

  • Medical residents at UB-affiliated hospitals are continuing their four-day strike this morning.
  • This morning as of 7 am, nearly 4200 convenience stores across Ontario begin selling beer and wine.
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