Simcoe Muskoka in Restrict Orange tier of COVID-19; Toronto and Peel Region in Lockdown Grey Orange tier of COVID response puts caps on restaurant, fitness centre, meeting space capacity Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.11.2020
Orillia OPP identify murder victim Police believe there is no threat to public safety Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.11.2020
Police watchdog continues probe into Manitoulin Island shooting that claimed the life of an officer and civilian 60-year-old man also killed in Thursday morning incident Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.11.2020
Barrie long-term care facility among those receiving provincial expansion dollars IOOF- Odd Fellow & Rebekah House to receive 64 new beds Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.11.2020
RVH opens new 70-bed field hospital in preparation for increased demand on healthcare Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.11.2020
OPP officer killed in the line of duty on Manitoulin Island 28-year veteran of OPP succumbed to injuries sustained in undisclosed incident Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.11.2020
Police lay drunk driving charge after several parked cars hit in Innisfil Separate drunk driving investigation leads to charges against Toronto man Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.11.2020
Shoplifting call leads to vehicle theft arrest in Orillia Two men from the GTA facing criminal charges Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.11.2020
Province unleashes army of inspectors as part of workplace education and enforcement blitz Inspectors to focus on areas of high COVID concentration Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.11.2020
Barrie woman chased down bandits who tried to steal her puppy, says York Regional Police Attempt to steal pup made at King Township commuter lot Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.11.2020
Police say someone went into Elmvale business before it caught on fire, cause still under investigation It appears someone tampered with an ATM inside the building before the fire was reported Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.11.2020
New Elmvale Food Bank facility should address concerns of previous location Facility held its grand opening Wednesday Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.11.2020
Casino Rama plan given green light, reopening date not set in stone yet Reopening plan got the okay from Rama First Nation COVID-19 Task Force Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.11.2020
Teen charged after two homes hit in Orillia Wednesday morning Driver suffered minor injuries Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.11.2020
Province announced 13 new Ontario Health Teams, including one dedicated to Clearview, Collingwood and area New health teams build on initiative started pre-pandemic to revamp Ontario's health delivery Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.11.2020
Local medical officer of health says non-disclosure agreements are common, but releasing advisory data could provide clarity Opposition leader calls agreement a "gag order" Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.11.2020
Education Minister pulls back on extended winter break idea less than a day after suggesting it Local medical officer of health says COVID isn't spreading as readily in school settings Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.11.2020
Simcoe-Muskoka could see further restrictions if COVID-19 caseload continues to grow Local caseload continues to grow week over week Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.11.2020
Province commits $37 million to improve mental health supports within the justice system Funding expected to support mobile crisis teams Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.11.2020
Serious charges levied against Springwater man following road rage reported in Alliston Attempted Murder and Assault with a Weapon offenses among the charges laid Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.11.2020
Snow Angels Canada looking for more volunteers to help their Barrie neighbours clear some snow Last year, 46 volunteers aided 10 residents with snow removal Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.11.2020
Improvised firearm seized during Vaughan traffic stop Three charged Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.11.2020
City and Georgian College form partnership to support local business through COVID recovery College's business wing being tapped to identify ways to support locals Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.11.2020
Damage still being assessed after tree falls on north Barrie home during Sunday windstorm No injuries reported Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.11.2020
Police looking for connections between recent Bradford B&Es Trio of break-ins reported Friday could be linked to others in the area Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.11.2020
Drunk driving charge laid after parked car struck in Innisfil Nobody hurt in hit-and-run crash Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.11.2020
Queen’s Park lowers thresholds in Colour-Coded recovery framework in response to “alarming” COVID data Simcoe-Muskoka remains in protect-yellow tier Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.11.2020
Muskoka seasonal residents warned of delays in fire service response should they remain through the winter months Some residents remaining in their vacation home as the pandemic progresses into winter Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.11.2020
Brampton man facing trafficking charges after raid at Orillia home Two others taken into custody but released unconditionally Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.11.2020
Let the City of Barrie know where speed cushions should go through online tool City council expected to make final call in early 2021 Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.11.2020
You’ve got the power… to let the city know what you think about its energy consumption City surveying residents as part of energy reduction plan consultation process Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.11.2020
New COVID-19 modelling data indicates thousands of new COVID cases per day without further intervention New forecast indicates ICU use will surpass threshold to start cancelling surgeries Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.11.2020
Farmhouse reopening after nearly three months of post-fire repairs Seldom-used second floor allows patrons to space out safely while dining Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.11.2020
Barrie places 23rd on list of property tax rates ranked lowest to highest, as city looks for budget feedback Barrie residents asked to weigh in on budget direction through online allocator tool Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.11.2020
Bradford mother facing abduction charges following a court order-violating trip to Europe Woman arrested at Pearson Airport Wednesday Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.11.2020
OPP probing Penetanguishene hit-and-run Pedestrian struck Tuesday morning Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.11.2020
Work-From-Home lifestyle driving migration from GTA towards Simcoe County and Barrie Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.11.2020
Magna International contributes $1 million towards Georgian College mechatronics improvements Funds to be used to create new state-of-the-art facility Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.11.2020
Remembrance Day: What’s Open and What’s Closed As Ontario doesn't recognize the day as a stat holiday, only some services are affected Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.11.2020
South Simcoe Police recover heavy equipment stolen in thefts three years apart One theft reported in October, the other in 2017 Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.11.2020
City unveils online map detailing streets named after local veterans Map based off research from local high school Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.11.2020
Province makes push to recruit Resident Support Aides to assist in long-term care settings Queen's Park launches Ontario Workforce Reserve For Seniors Support Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.11.2020
RVH to gain more beds out of provincial funding announcement of over $12 million Funding comes via stream announced in late October Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.11.2020
Record-breaking $187 billion provincial budget contains nearly a billion more in deficit spending over the next three years Parents of kids under 12 could get a $200 boost out of this budget Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.11.2020
Fraud charges laid in connection to contractor work that never started Ramara Man charged by Orillia Crime Unit Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.11.2020
One dead, another in hospital, following Bracebridge crash involving cement truck and pick-up Brackenrig Road was closed near Windemere Road for much of the day Wednesday Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.11.2020
High voter turnout and inch-by-inch battle for presidency shows how polarized the United States really is, says local politics guru "They clearly are living in two different worlds," says Barrie 360 political correspondent Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.11.2020
Province adding $680 million to its commitment to improving broadband and cellular coverage across Ontario Push for more connectivity expected to generate new jobs Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.11.2020
Dunlop Street reconstruction expected to wrap up by late November $15.7 million project nearing completion Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.11.2020
Local health unit dealing with slew of outbreaks including schools, daycare, hair salon "That's a substantial increase in the number of outbreaks," says local medical officer of health Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.11.2020
Province introduces colour-coded framework to respond to rising or falling COVID caseload, local health unit listed as green Several in Orange or Yellow state, none in the more severe Red or Lockdown Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.11.2020
Long-term care visits restricted to one essential visitor at a time under new health unit order Extended absences from long-term care facility also restricted, onsite outdoor visits still permitted Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.11.2020
City ready for the snowing and blowing thanks to weather sensors scattered across Barrie City updating website daily on snow clearing progress Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.11.2020
Premier says high demand has led to flu vaccine delays, not lack of dosage supply Ford warning pharmacies not to overbook Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.11.2020
Province says long-term care residents will receive four hours of direct care Queen's Park hopes to achieve its target of four hours of daily direct, hands-on care by 2025 Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.11.2020
Man charged in connection to muggings in Kawartha Lakes, Orillia, Gravenhurst Further charges could come via York Regional Police investigation. Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.10.2020
Petition calls for steps to be taken to make for a safer downtown Barrie for women Petition's creator hopes it will influence Barrie's Official Plan Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.10.2020
Outbreak declared at Bradford District High School First evidence of spread within a school in Simcoe County Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.10.2020
Estate of Barrie’s first mayor makes $100,000 donation towards new Barrie YMCA facility Kinzie was Barrie Y's longest running member Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.10.2020
New provincial COVID-19 modelling data shows second wave slowing but we’re not out of the woods Province estimates 800 to 1,200 new cases daily "for a while" Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.10.2020
Province launches new Made-in-Ontario business directory to help buy local Over 70 percent of Ontarians already buying local Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.10.2020
Family of missing Bradford teen make heartfelt plea for his safe return Siem Zerezghi missing for six days Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.10.2020
Images released in the hopes of identifying murder victim found near Keswick in the summer Woman's body found in Lake Simcoe in August Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.10.2020
Arrest made after Newmarket woman assaulted during photoshoot New Tecumseth man taken into custody Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.10.2020
Local catholic school board to transition to hybrid in-class/virtual model New model to be in place for Grades 9 to 12 as of November 12 Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.10.2020
Arrest in Wasaga Beach after reports of break and enter in progress Police lay charges including assaulting and disarming an officer Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.10.2020
Barrie to offer ice time, other pre-booked activities, at select recreation facilities as of next week badminton, pickleball, volleyball, and basketball time slots available as of November 2 Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.10.2020
Despite dozens of local schools impacted by COVID-19, health unit isn’t seeing any spread in the classroom "We put an awful lot of work collectively in reducing the risk," said region's top doctor Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.10.2020
Queen’s Park funding 766 new hospital beds, unknown yet if RVH will benefit Thirty-two hosptials and health centres to receive funding Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.10.2020
Local health unit asking residents’ thoughts on the impact the pandemic has had on family and finances Online survey is completely anonymous Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.10.2020
Golf carts returned to Bradford course with minimal damage, two teens facing theft charges Four carts taken in two separate incidences Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.10.2020
New Barrie Health Accord signed between city, county, police, hospital, and health unit "This is truly a proactive approach to address the root causes impacting many of our health care services." Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.10.2020
Barrie Police want to know how you feel; Community Satisfaction Survey now live Annual survey gathers residents' thoughts on feelings of safety in the city and at home Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.10.2020
Police probing armed robbery in Georgina Friday afternoon Investigators searching for masked man with conducted energy weapon Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.10.2020
Friday’s storm spawned a tornado in Thornbury, according to Northern Tornadoes Project EF0 twister damaged trees and power lines Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.10.2020
Missing: Bradford teen last seen Friday Police asking for help in finding Siem Zerezghi Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.10.2020
City, county, RVH, health unit, police to sign first-of-its-kind agreement to provide health and safety to Barrie Barrie Health Accord to be signed during virtual event Monday Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.10.2020
Local health unit offering immunization clinic for Grade 8 students who missed spring shots Hep B and HPV vaccinations being done one to two days a week Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.10.2020
Local catholic school board names new head of education Francis Bagley comes with 30 years of experience in the field Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.10.2020
“There is no place for this type of activity in any community whatsoever,” Barrie Police probing racist incident in city’s north end Young woman assaulted on her way to work Monday evening Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.10.2020
Police release images of trio wanted in connection to August mugging in Innisfil Teen assaulted and robbed August 4 Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.10.2020
Gilbert Centre founding father remembered: Ed Gilbert passed away at age 76 Ed was among a handful of people supporting those with HIV in the early 90's Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.10.2020
COVID-19 long haulers say not enough has been done to support those still suffering symptoms months later Support group for those still experiencing symptoms has thousands of members Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.10.2020
Pair charged in connection to downtown Barrie assault and robbery Woman robbed of her purse, shoes, coat Friday evening Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.10.2020
Ontario hasn’t hit its testing target, premier says no one is seeking testing Public Health Ontario reported over 24,000 tests waiting to be processed Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.10.2020
Queen’s Park committing $500m to build new schools, can’t say yet if any would be in Simcoe County Those school boards receiving funding will be notified by October's end Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.10.2020
Town of New Tecumseth considering banning hot spot residents from municipal recreation facilities No steadfast ban, council awaiting staff report Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.10.2020
Police collar computer theft suspect accused of posing as Bradford high school student Early morning unwanted person call led to 21-year-old man's arrest Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.10.2020
Seventh life lost to outbreak at Beeton long-term care home 40 residents, 28 staff tested positive Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.10.2020
Georgian College graduates to celebrate online with virtual convocation this year First virtual event in a tradition stretching back to 1968 Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.10.2020
Barrie Police on the hunt for two suspects after downtown attack Friday night Two suspects sought Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.10.2020
S&P says Barrie City Hall’s economic outlook looks good, maintains city’s credit rating "...good financial management helps us keep taxes down," says city's mayor Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.10.2020
Leafs sign veteran Joe Thornton One-year, $700,000 deal inked Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.10.2020
Provincial Offenses Court defendants will be notified by mail of new court date as all Barrie-area courts remain closed until January Resolution options available by phone or email Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.10.2020
Local Catholic, Public boards nixing high school exams this year Students will still be assessed, just in less traditional methods than before Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.10.2020
York Region to roll back into modified Stage 2 in response to rising COVID-19 numbers "We're seeing a rapid increase in the rate of infection," said Premier Doug Ford Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.10.2020
Five deaths, thousands of traffic charges laid over Thanksgiving long weekend Over 6,200 traffic-related offenses noted over the holiday weekend Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.10.2020
Fifth life lost amid outbreak at Simcoe Manor in Beeton 37 residents and 22 staff have tested positive to date Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.10.2020
Ontario public servant cellphones to carry COVID alert app App downloaded over 4.5 million times so far Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.10.2020
Pre-book your drop-in rec activity through Orillia website to assist with contact tracing Those wishing to participate must register up to 24 hours in advance Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.10.2020
Ontario teacher hiring to be based on merit, not seniority, says education minister New policy in effect as of October 29 Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.10.2020
Twenty-five grand in cocaine seized during Tuesday raid in Bradford Three people charged Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.10.2020
Mock scenario on Lake Simcoe had local first responders acting like it was the real thing Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.10.2020
Cook’s Bay boating rescue prompts reminder from South Simcoe Police about boating in autumn Trio found bailing out boat that lost power and was taking on water Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.10.2020
Some Barrie Police officers outfitted with body cams as of Tuesday 25 officers to wear Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.10.2020
Premier appeals to third-party delivery services to trim back service costs to help local restaurants Premier says some restaurants paying up to 30 percent commission on deliveries Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.10.2020
Wasaga Beach fire chief points to careless smoking as cause of Tuesday morning house fire Woman, two cats, escaped unharmed Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.10.2020
Port McNicoll woman arrested in connection to Orillia armed mugging Police seized replica handgun, prohibited knives Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.10.2020
Mother and daughter overwhelmed with gratitude after Barrie Families Unite bands together in support 71-year-old woman lost $300, BFU replaces it and then some Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.10.2020
Province imposing tighter restrictions on Toronto, Ottawa, Peel Region amid increased COVID-19 caseload 939 cases announced on Friday Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.10.2020
Feds beef up support for businesses hit hardest by COVID-19 "This is not for everyone," says Canada's Deputy PM Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.10.2020
Barrie’s employment rate a silver lining among higher joblessness here and across the country Provincial, federal jobless rates fell nearly a full percentage point each Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.10.2020
A grateful Youth Haven is holding their own seven months into pandemic "Our opportunities to fundraise have been decreased immensely," Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.10.2020
Fourth life lost as outbreak continues at Beeton’s Simcoe Manor 26 residents, 9 staff tested positive thus far Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.10.2020
Talks between Santa, Barrie Chamber of Commerce ongoing on project that could replace this year’s parade Local Chamber of Commerce putting Santa on tour instead of parade Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.10.2020
Simcoe-Muskoka exceeds 1,000 COVID-19 cases to date, vast majority recovered Forty-two lives lost to date Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.10.2020
Oakville Ford plant to be retooled to make electric vehicles with support from federal, provincial governments Both tiers of government committing $295 million to the effort Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.10.2020
Police pluck boat out of water at Innisfil dock over fears it’d sink otherwise Craft's owner contacted Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.10.2020
Harvie Road – Big Bay Point Road crossing to be completed in June, 2021 Contractor putting a pin in some work left to do Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.10.2020
Survey on downtown Barrie supervised consumption sites now live Two sites proposed: 110 Dunlop St. W., 31 Toronto St. Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.10.2020
Two more lives lost amid outbreak at Beeton long-term care home 31 residents and staff have tested positive for COVID-19 Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.10.2020
Diesel spill contained in Midland Harbour Town giving pat on the back to Harbour Master for helping to contain spill Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.10.2020
Those in Simcoe-Muskoka flouting self-isolation requirements could face $5,000 a day fine “Cases of COVID-19 are sharply on the rise in our communities and we need to make every effort to protect residents." Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.10.2020
Shorter line than expected at Huronia Road assessment centre after province moves to appointment-only system No system to book appointments online or by phone just yet Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.10.2020
COVID-19 assessment centres across Simcoe County and Muskoka Location, hours of operation, and how to book an appointment Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.10.2020
One death at Simcoe Manor in Beeton amid a COVID-19 outbreak affecting 16 residents Six staff also tested positive Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.10.2020
Drug, theft charges laid after vehicle struck a tree in Coldwater Police discover fentanyl inside stolen vehicle after crash Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.10.2020
Bystander assaulted after calling out suspect about broken window at Bradford business Victim did not require medical attention Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.10.2020
COVID broke RVH’s ten-year streak of balanced books Increased expenses due to fighting the pandemic, but it is expected the government will step in Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.10.2020
Ho Ho No: Barrie Santa Claus Parade and Downtown tree lighting celebrations cancelled for 2020 Chamber of Commerce and Barrie BIA concerned with public health risks Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.10.2020
Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit announces 10 COVID cases Friday, bringing week’s total to 78 185 cases throughout September, compared to the peak in April of 221 Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.10.2020
Province declares all COVID assessment centres be appointment-only, imposes mandatory masks across Ontario Caps being placed on eatery capacities in Toronto, Peel, Ottawa Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.10.2020
No COVID crowd charges laid following fight near south Barrie high school on Thursday "The youths dispersed very, very quickly," said police Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.10.2020
Public Health Ontario reported 732 cases of COVID-19 on Friday Review of Spring/Summer data revealed 74 deaths in Toronto not previously reported Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.10.2020
GTA Builders’ Association ranks Barrie among the best in providing affordable housing Study says Barrie City Hall's approval process is faster, more transparent, and cheaper than most Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.10.2020
Orillia Power Generating Corporation acquires three more sources of renewable energy OPGC acquired 100 percent of Shaman Power Corporation for $11 million Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.10.2020
Trio busted in Barrie as part of ongoing drug dealing probe Two people from Barrie, one from Orillia, facing possession and trafficking charges among others Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.10.2020
Province updates online COVID screening for kids to clarify actions to take, symptoms to consider Pink eye no long among symptoms to watch for when considering COVID Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.10.2020
Teenagers gathered to watch fight among students, police say COVID charges could be coming Police say people who gather in crowds this size could face a $750 fine Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.10.2020
Police presence at Collingwood CI following reports of graffiti threat on washroom wall Investigation ongoing Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.10.2020
Ford government releases a nearly $3 billion fall preparedness plan Government says plan has been in the works for months, opposition disagrees Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.09.2020
Eleven cases of COVID-19 confirmed by local health unit Wednesday, including three under age 17 Local reproductive rate up, doubling time down - both going in the wrong direction Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.09.2020
Open Air Dunlop well-received, says BIA executive director First of four Saturdays of a pedestrianized downtown Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.09.2020
Health Unit to only reach out to families in need of testing as COVID cases in schools mount If you are not contacted directly by the health unit then you're safe to head back to school Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.09.2020
Case of COVID-19 reported at Goodfellow Public School in Innisfil Eleven schools in Simcoe and Muskoka affected by COVID-19 Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.09.2020
554 new cases of COVID-19 province-wide on Tuesday, including 13 locally Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.09.2020
FedEx to build distribution centre in south end Barrie Unknown yet how many jobs will be created with this build Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.09.2020
Wanted man cuffed in Bradford construction zone Man wanted on outstanding warrants collared Saturday afternoon Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.09.2020
Local health unit reports 29 cases of COVID; RVH hit testing capacity after 90 minutes Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.09.2020
“More boots on the ground,” Ford Government announces $52.5 million to bring over 3,700 healthcare workers into the fold Healthcare workers being positioned to help combat second wave Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.09.2020
Daily COVID case count increase hits new record high at 700 in one day Previous record of 640 set in April Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.09.2020
Witnesses sought after Monday morning rollover shut down Highway 400 through Innisfil Driver rushed to Toronto hospital Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.09.2020
COVID closes classrooms in Bradford, Alliston and Collingwood Six schools affected by COVID to date Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.09.2020
New provincial testing guidelines could ease RVH stresses Over 570 patients visited the drive-thru assessment centre on Wednesday alone Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.09.2020
OPP enforcing provincial gathering size caps Police to ensure no private gatherings of more than 25 outside, 10 inside Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.09.2020
Local health unit closes out work week with four cases of COVID, two in Barrie Eighty active cases, no hospitalizations in the region Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.09.2020
“It’s a community table, take some, leave some, it’s for everybody,” CareTable at Golden Meadow Park this weekend Pilot program came about after many picked up a new hobby Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.09.2020
Province halts sale of booze at bars and nightclubs after 11 p.m. starting Saturday COVID restriction also shuts down strip clubs Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.09.2020
Open Air Dunlop begins this weekend in Barrie in conjunction with Culture Days Residents invited to take in the new streetscape downtown Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.09.2020
Barrie’s provincial offenses act court remaining closed until October 16 Resolution by phone being offered as of September 29 Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.09.2020
Cops in Orillia bust two as part of ongoing drug dealing probe Police say cocaine, opioids seized Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.09.2020
Two classrooms closed at Sister Catherine Donnelly Catholic School following reports of positive COVID test Barrie school among the five in Simcoe and Muskoka impacted by COVID Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.09.2020
Local health officials eyeing second wave of COVID-19 with seven more cases confirmed Thursday Five more cases reported in Barrie Thursday, one each in Innisfil and Collingwood Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.09.2020
After 30 years, Simcoe-Grey’s Jim Wilson will not seek re-election Wilson was first elected in 1990 Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.09.2020
Health officials focusing on testing only those with symptoms as demand for testing continues to rise Those without symptoms should delay getting a test according to new guidelines Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.09.2020
Barrie turns the city’s flowers into compost in the fall Compost available for purchase Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.09.2020
Speech from the throne highlights federal focus on fighting back against COVID-19 Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.09.2020
Manslaughter charge laid following infant’s death in Wasaga Beach Mother of 11-month-old child also facing drug possession charge Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.09.2020
Huntsville pharmacy to be among the 60 across Ontario to offer COVID testing King St. location the only one within Simcoe and Muskoka to offer testing Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.09.2020
A dozen cases of COVID-19 in Simcoe and Muskoka, none in Barrie, as provincial tally rose by 335 First time in 19 days there were no cases listed in Barrie Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.09.2020
OPP charge Oro-Medonte man with manslaughter and drug dealing after 2019 death in Orillia Man found without vital signs outside Fittons Road home in September of last year Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.09.2020
Police probing attempted murder allegations in Penetanguishene Trio in custody, no charges laid yet Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.09.2020
Wednesday morning ATV rollover in Bradford claims one life Two others injured in collision Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.09.2020
Provincial nurses association says nearly 100 layoffs coming to Newmarket hospital "cutting registered nurses is completely irresponsible," says ONA head Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.09.2020
One dead following single-vehicle crash west of New Tecumseth Commercial vehicle left roadway and struck tree Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.09.2020
Ten new local cases spread across all corners of the region as health unit notes spike in recent testing Testing centres running at full tilt to meet demand Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.09.2020
Applications being accepted for Barrie Anti-Racism Task Force Seven citizens representing city's visible minority population to be selected by third party Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.09.2020
Ontario caseload addition hits four-month high with 478 cases reported Ontario saw 477 on May 7 Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.09.2020
Orillia to improve transit system thanks to $6 million in federal funding new shelters, bike racks, smart pay system expected Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.09.2020
Barrie Food Bank asking you open your wallet instead of your pantry this year Food bank hoping for monetary donations this year as they can't safely sort all the food Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.09.2020
15 cases of COVID in Simcoe and Muskoka since Friday, 425 across Ontario Recent local testing rates saw slight dip Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.09.2020
Wasaga Beach man facing charges after attack dog unleashed on firefighters on the job Dog was shot by police, receiving treatment in Newmarket Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.09.2020
Rosh Hashanah is looking pretty different this year "It’s been the most difficult part of the pandemic for me, to not be able to see my family. " Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.09.2020
Another death in Simcoe County as province-wide case count surpasses 400 Region's caseload rose by 13 including six in Barrie Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.09.2020
Proposed Barrie Police budget approaches $57 million, nearly two percent higher than last year Salaries and benefits the biggest single item on the tally Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.09.2020
New tech at OSMH will cut some COVID-19 testing paperwork entry by half Handheld units collect info directly from health card, avoiding manual data entry Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.09.2020
Police identify vehicle involved in Springwater Hit and Run under SIU investigation Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.09.2020
Ford government vowing to freeze rent in 2021 New bill tabled that would freeze rent-controlled and non-rent-controlled units next year Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.09.2020
Province restricts gathering sizes in COVID-19 hot spots Toronto, Ottawa, Peel; a dozen cases confirmed in Simcoe County Barrie's case count this week exceeded all of August Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.09.2020
Dangerous, drunk driving charges laid after car hit pole in Innisfil 23-year-old Innisfil man arrested on scene Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.09.2020
Hearst man drives nearly 1,000km to pick up $65 million cheque from OLG 67-year-old James Wickman loaded whole family into chartered bus to collect winnings Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.09.2020
RVH fully stocked and then some as local and provincial COVID numbers continue to trend upward Eight local cases of COVID reported Wednesday, 315 province-wide Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.09.2020
Province teases pharmacy COVID testing as RVH notes increased demand Over 350 tests run at RVH on Monday alone Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.09.2020
Local health unit confirms Orillia high school staffer tested positive for COVID Twin Lakes Secondary staff member likely acquired COVID in the community not at school Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.09.2020
Police release video following Newmarket drunk driving arrest Six-year-old child found in vehicle pulled over Friday night Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.09.2020
Sick Kids study indicates classrooms too small to accommodate more than 15 students safely Simulation study makes host of recommendations Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.09.2020
Charge laid following fire at Barrie transitional home Lucy’s Place Staff and residents being praised with preventing further damage Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.09.2020
Province-wide COVID case count jumped by over 300 on Monday, 11 in Barrie, as hospitalization rate increases across Ontario Local hospitalizations remain low Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.09.2020
This year’s Culture Days featuring new showcasing program Artists in Biz Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.09.2020
Police looking for witnesses after Tiny Township hit and run puts cyclist in hospital Police believe cyclist was struck by blue Nissan Infiniti Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.09.2020
Provincial COVID casecount hits recent high as Barrie count increases by six "we haven't seen the need to roll anything back yet," health minister tells Barrie 360 Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.09.2020
Ontario Government launches site detailing those schools affected by COVID Site to be updated daily with new cases among schools or child care centres Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.09.2020
World Suicide Prevention Day highlighting local helping hands Dozens of resources available in our region alone Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.09.2020
Need for flu vaccine increased this year to keep hospitals free and focused elsewhere Surgery backlog, transitioning seniors, conflicting symptoms impacting hospitals Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.09.2020
Six cases of COVID locally on Thursday, including four younger people out of Barrie COVID cases among people aged 18 to 34 continues to decline more slowly than older age groups Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.09.2020
Continued uptick in COVID cases as health minister notes ongoing demand for testing Number of tests run back up following slight decline after long weekend Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.09.2020
UPDATE: Special Investigations Unit probing the death of 29-year-old man in confrontation with police in Collingwood OPP were called to a home on Third Street Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.09.2020
Child left alone in vehicle after Port Severn-area rollover Penetanguishene man charged Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.09.2020
Car impounded after police clock vehicle at 112km an hour near Bradford school zone 24-year-old man charged Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.09.2020
Two more cases in Barrie on Wednesday, five in total, as Simcoe County sees slight decline in new tests run 31 active cases, one hospitalization Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.09.2020
Fewer COVID cases announced Wednesday, fewer tests too Ontario marks three days in a row with no lives lost to COVID Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.09.2020
Four charged in connection to Canada-U.S. pot smuggling scheme Helicopter allegedly used to fly across the border at low altitudes Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.09.2020
No injuries reported following Ramara plane crash No charges yet laid Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.09.2020
Crowding at local school could be a prime example of COVID fatigue "This is limiting to the quality of our lives." Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.09.2020
Local health unit increased COVID case count by 17 over the long weekend Majority of new cases in Barrie Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.09.2020
Collingwood continuing popular Veterans Banner program to mark Remembrance Day Get involved via a donation to the local Legion Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.09.2020
Back-to-back higher numbers released from Public Health Ontario following long weekend Over 230 recoveries and no deaths were reported in the last 24 hours Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.09.2020
Body of missing Scarborough boater recovered from Lake Simcoe Friday night Body of 21-year-old Kenean Teklemariam of Scarborough was recovered around 9 p.m. Friday Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.09.2020
Provincial funding could mean 50 manufacturing jobs in Bracebridge as mask maker ramps up production Smart Safe Science to receive $2 million Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.09.2020
Barrie jobless rate continues to better provincial, federal rates, minority groups hardest hit by national job losses Indigenous, female workers highly impacted as well Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.09.2020
Search continues for Scarborough woman who fell overboard on Lake Simcoe Thursday Multiple agencies involved in search for 21-year-old woman Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.09.2020
Peel Region the biggest contributor to an increased COVID-19 case count Friday Region reporting 72 cases, just two in Simcoe-Muskoka Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.09.2020
Blue Mountains crash claims two lives Vehicle left roadway near Blue Mountain Inn and struck tree, killing two, injuring a third Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.09.2020
Search underway at the tip of Big Bay Point following Thursday afternoon call for help Police unable to release details of search and rescue operation underway near Big Bay Point dock Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.09.2020
Motorcycle surpassed 200km an hour in a Bradford 50 zone Stunt driving among the charges laid Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.09.2020
No new COVID cases in Barrie Wednesday, three across the region, and over a hundred province-wide No deaths province-wide in the past 48 hours Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.09.2020
Small ceremony held for new Base Borden Boss on Wednesday Colonel Dan Rivière has assumed command of the base Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.09.2020
Queen’s Park urging everyone to have confidence in transit increased ridership expected as folks go back to work after their kids go back to school Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.09.2020
Slight bump in COVID-19 numbers province-wide but no new cases locally Province confirming 133 cases on Wednesday Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.09.2020
County to hold controlled burn in Essa Township with aims to create a safe space for an endangered bird Controlled burn at Packard Tract to occur whenever conditions allow Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.09.2020
Five more cases of COVID in Simcoe-Muskoka as local uptick continues "We're definitely on an upward trajectory at this time." Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.09.2020
Back to school: what to pack for the first day and beyond Lunch? Check! Water bottle? Check! Mask? Check! Hand sanitizer? Check! Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.09.2020
Service Barrie to offer full walk-in services by September 8 Services were available by appointment only since mid-July Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.09.2020
Liberal party launches whistleblower site to highlight gaps in return-to-school plan Keepyourschoolssafe.ca designed for parents, families, educators, and staff Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.09.2020
Georgina death being investigated as suspicious Woman's body found floating on Lake Simcoe Sunday Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.09.2020
Drunk driving charge laid after vehicle crashes into Midland Pier Three men suffered minor injuries in the crash Read More > Facebook Twitter 31.08.2020
Bracebridge long-term care home staffer test positive for COVID-19, five more cases confirmed by local health unit Three more cases in Barrie since Friday's update from the SMDHU Read More > Facebook Twitter 31.08.2020
Ontario teachers’ unions file claim against provincial reopening plan, Premier begging for cooperation Premier says unions the only group not cooperating Read More > Facebook Twitter 31.08.2020
Feds lock down two more companies to provide COVID-19 vaccine, four in total, with millions in doses to be provided once available Ottawa financing ramp-up of vaccine production, packaging, administering abilities Read More > Facebook Twitter 31.08.2020
Back to school: self-screening before you head out the door "With parents, it's really important that there is the self-assessment" Read More > Facebook Twitter 31.08.2020
International Overdose Awareness Day: local emergency rooms saw an average of 43 overdose visits in the past 14 weeks Many resources available to those who need them Read More > Facebook Twitter 31.08.2020
Farmhouse to be closed three months following electrical room fire Fire damaged basement on August 23 Read More > Facebook Twitter 31.08.2020
SIU investigating Newmarket falling death Man killed Sunday evening after 9 metre fall from ledge Read More > Facebook Twitter 31.08.2020
At 112, there are fewer COVID cases today compared to yesterday’s spike of 148 Caseload addition comes amid news global tally has exceeded 25 million Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.08.2020
Barrie driver facing impaired driving, weapons charges after minor crash in Oro-Medonte Vehicle occupants required medical attention Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.08.2020
SIU clears Barrie Police after early July injury in squad car back seat Man fractured own hand punching partition, SIU says Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.08.2020
Drunk driving charge laid after Gravenhurst OPP follow trail of debris Truck driver struck debris leftover from earlier single-vehicle crash Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.08.2020
Back to school: What happens if a student falls ill, or worse, tests positive for COVID? Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.08.2020
A Marvel superhero down; what to look for in colon cancer A change in bowel habits among the signs to watch for Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.08.2020
Severn Township crash claims the life of a motorcyclist Michael Ives of Victoria Harbour was pronounced dead on scene Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.08.2020
Bradford man accused of writing a dozen cheques with another man’s chequebook Twelve charges each of fraud and forgery Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.08.2020
Malfunction with cooling system leaves Thornton Arena without ice for the rest of 2020 Township staff working to meet all needs with remaining arena in Angus Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.08.2020
Long-term care home residents can now venture out on day trips or longer Those spending the night elsewhere will be required to self-isolate for 14 days Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.08.2020
Woman charged in connection to viral video out of Wasaga Beach SIU conducting probe after suspect was hospitalized after arrest Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.08.2020
NBA Playoffs to resume Saturday as League, Players’ Union works to convert arenas to voting locations Three-day playoff postponement brought on by player-led walkout Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.08.2020
Barrie saw 17 cases of COVID this week alone, compared to 16 throughout July City and province seeing continued uptick in cases as province marks four weeks in phase 3 Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.08.2020
New app could make Barrie Transit more accessible, promote inclusion, with easy to understand instructions MagnusCards app supporting those with unique cognitive needs Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.08.2020
In-person show planned for south Barrie Saturday, among the first concert experiences since the pandemic began Concert-goers to remain in their vehicles for the most part Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.08.2020
SIU clears OPP after April police chase ended in crash and fractured cheekbone Chase started in Angus, ended in Minesing Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.08.2020
Back to school: an educator’s perspective "We are still the loving, caring, passionate teachers that were here in March" Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.08.2020
Barrie City Hall set to offer more recreation options with East Bayfield Rec Centre set to open September 8 Sadlon Arena, Dorian Parker Centre, Five Points Theatre among facilities still not available Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.08.2020
Police investigating reports of shots fired in The Blue Mountains Nobody hurt in Monday evening incident Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.08.2020
OPP investigating after reports of racist video out of Wasaga Beach "This is not reflective of Wasaga Beach," says town's mayor Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.08.2020
Back to school: a parent’s worry You're not alone in feeling stressed, anxious, or blue Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.08.2020
Another COVID-19 case in Barrie, two overall amid uptick in local cases City has seen nearly as many cases in the last ten days as it did the entire month of July Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.08.2020
Police make arrest in Orillia after recognizing the signs of human trafficking Officers spotted a woman in emotional distress outside Orillia hotel room Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.08.2020
Daily COVID count rises above the 100 mark for the sixth time in seven days Latter half of August seeing uptick in cases Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.08.2020
Lost hiker found “cold, wet, and hungry” but otherwise okay thanks to Clearview and Barrie Fire efforts "Another great example to make sure you have a charged phone with you when venturing out," says fire cheif Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.08.2020
Woman charged with failing to report crash after gas pump knocked to the ground in south Barrie Nobody hurt, no fuel spilled Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.08.2020
Complaints of noisy exhaust lead to a few charges against a Bradford man Police say they found cannabis in the vehicle and plenty out of place under the hood Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.08.2020
Five cases of COVID announced by local Health Unit Wednesday, four in Barrie and one in Wasaga Beach Province-wide caseload rose by less than 100 for the first time in six days Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.08.2020
Back to school: digital learning Catholic board's online classes start on September 14, public board a week later Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.08.2020
Province won’t make COVID testing mandatory for students under new guidelines Province defines school outbreak as two or more cases over 14 days Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.08.2020
Special Investigations Unit clears Toronto Police following death of Regis Korchinski-Paquet SIU probe indicates she lost her balance and fell to her death Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.08.2020
Missed the public school board back-to-school survey? Expect a phone call soon School board needs to know if your child is staying home or heading to class Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.08.2020
Ontario to receive over $380 million out of federal fund designed to improve school health and safety Ottawa committing $2 billion to provinces and territories Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.08.2020
County of Simcoe Paramedics riding from Barrie to Orillia and back in recognition of those who have fallen 100km bike ride taking place of annual Toronto-to-Ottawa ride Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.08.2020
Georgian College offering microcourses for recently or soon-to-be laid-off workers to beef up their credentials New courses prepare workers to enter auto or advanced manufacturing sector Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.08.2020
Three facing drug and weapon charges after Monday morning traffic stop in Orillia Police say loaded handgun was seized from stopped vehicle Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.08.2020
Woman charged with fraud after GoFundMe account set up to cover nonexistent cancer treatment expenses Investigation began in March of 2017 Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.08.2020
School bus drivers’ union raises concerns ahead of back-to-school; local medical officer of health hints at low ridership Drivers' union concerned buses will be the "weak link" in provincial recovery Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.08.2020
COVID outbreak declared at Barrie’s Mill Creek Care Centre as health unit confirms two new local cases 100 cases added province-wide since yesterday Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.08.2020
Local catholic board hands down Return To Learn guide for families heading back to class Guidebook covers bus use, virtual learning, how to self screen at home Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.08.2020
Orillia Library welcoming back patrons to browse the shelves as of Wednesday Contactless pickup still available if preferred Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.08.2020
PJHL set December 1 as goal to get back on the ice Teams in Alliston, Stayner, Penetanguishene, Orillia, Schomberg, Midland, and Huntsville could see a 24 game season Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.08.2020
Nobody hurt, no fuel spilled, after pump knocked down at south Barrie gas bar Traffic disrupted in the area as fire crews held the scene Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.08.2020
Barrie City Hall looking for participants in Business in the Park pilot program Pilot provides expanded venues to allow for larger capacity Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.08.2020
Bracebridge man drowns as he saves another from the same fate Victim and three others went into the water to save an inexperienced swimmer Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.08.2020
Officials looking for the cause of fire that closed Farmhouse Restaurant Fire started in basement and was under control within an hour Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.08.2020
Police looking for pair of party crashers after trio assaulted at Innisfil get-together Both said to be in their early 20s Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.08.2020
Queen’s Park committing over seven million towards improving services for human trafficking survivors Funding to help cover survivors' court, living expenses Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.08.2020
Weapons charge laid after knife pulled during Bradford wedding 65-year-old man charged Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.08.2020
Brampton man cuffed after a fail to remain crash in Innisfil Monday morning Police say suspect fled the crash on foot, found nearby Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.08.2020
New CPC leader should start by reaching out to party, Canadians, says local MP of Erin O’Toole Barrie-Innisfil's John Brassard weighing in on new party leader Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.08.2020
Four new COVID cases in Barrie as provincial caseload addition surpasses 100 Local health unit confirming six cases across the region Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.08.2020
Barrie man facing impaired driving charge after Saturday night crash in Angus Man accused of being impaired and having pot too close at hand Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.08.2020
Man charged with painting a license plate to make it look like it belonged on a motorcycle Biker stopped for speeding through Innisfil Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.08.2020
Fewer new cases of COVID in Simcoe County this week compared to last, and fewer last week compared to the week before Fifth day in a row province saw fewer than 100 new cases Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.08.2020
Barrie man facing $1,000 fine after failing to quarantine for 14 days upon return to Canada Police say recent traveller hosted a get together with people who were unaware he should be under quarantine Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.08.2020
Ministry of Natural Resources wants to know who abandoned an old camper trailer on crown lands in Lake of Bays Trailer and other items left near access road sometime between July 30 and August 2 Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.08.2020
Ontario child care and early years centres sharing over $230M to support health and safety during reopening Funding coming from federal-provincial Safe Restart Agreement Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.08.2020
Local YMCA closures won’t stop work on getting Barrie waterfront facility off the ground Local YMCA CEO challenging one and all to put Orillia facility to good use Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.08.2020
Ontario’s COVID-19 caseload rose by less than 100 for the fourth day in a row, local count went up by one An Essa Township woman represents the only caseload addition locally Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.08.2020
Barrie Police to build anonymous sexual abuse reporting app with new Proceeds of Crime grant out of Queen’s Park South Simcoe Police also benefiting from new funding stream announced Thursday Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.08.2020
Local student transportation group working on routes and seating charts ahead of back-to-school in the fall Simcoe County Student Transportation Consortium to survey parents in the coming days Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.08.2020
Barrie City Hall closes off section of Great Trail for repair following heavy rain damage Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.08.2020
Drunk driving charges laid after Orillia OPP wake up slumbering driver in idling truck 24-year-old Orillia man charged Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.08.2020
Barrie’s RVH to be among hospitals participating in global COVID-19 treatment trial World Health Organization leading study into effective drug treatments for the disease Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.08.2020
Canada’s Wonderland won’t reopen anytime soon despite “comprehensive reopening plan” If it does open this year, the Wonderland water park will remain closed Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.08.2020
No movement on overall local caseload as health unit adds one new case and moves one elsewhere Health unit confirming another life has been lost in connection to the disease Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.08.2020
Ontario Trillium Foundation to support province’s non-profits through new grant program Queen's Park committing $83 million to establish new fund Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.08.2020
Stunt Driving, Fail to remain charges laid in Innisfil Separate incidences involving South Simcoe Police Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.08.2020
For the third day in a row, Ontario’s COVID-19 case count rose by less than 100 Majority of Ontario's public health units reporting no new cases at all Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.08.2020
Feds ink deal with pharmaceutical company to supply COVID-19 vaccine through 2021 as long as Health Canada gives final nod Pharma giant could supply up to 100 million doses worldwide by the end of the year Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.08.2020
Over 300 tickets handed out, at a hundred bucks a pop, as City of Barrie continues waterfront parking crackdown Civic Holiday Long Weekend represented the first with a new parking fine structure in place Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.08.2020
Police in Bradford looking for clues after smash and grabs at three Bradford businesses overnight windows or doors smashed, cash taken Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.08.2020
Wilkins, Dock Road, Tyndale parks closed over erosion due to heavy rain, reopened as scheduled City crews trucking in material to fill eroded beaches Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.08.2020
Lake Couchiching boating event called “tipping point” by Rama First Nations Rama First Nations being asked that weekend get together at Chief Island be cancelled Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.08.2020
Innisfil man facing stunt driving charge after cops clock vehicle at nearly double the limit Licence suspended, vehicle impounded Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.08.2020
Five new cases of COVID added to local caseload over the long weekend Barrie saw its first case in over a week Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.08.2020
Two COVID-19 updates for the price of one; Public Health Ontario increases case count by less than 100 two days in a row 88 on Monday, 91 on Tuesday Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.08.2020
City of Barrie gets parking fine increase approved; a ticket will set you back at least 75 bucks $75 for early payment of a parking ticket, $100 after Read More > Facebook Twitter 31.07.2020
Go Snowmobiling Ontario app to get new enhancements thanks to provincial grant Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs to improve functionality Read More > Facebook Twitter 31.07.2020
Local COVID-19 caseload actually went down overnight, province-wide case count broke two-day streak One new case added to local caseload, two subtracted Read More > Facebook Twitter 31.07.2020
Orillia man arrested following overnight standoff Standoff began with follow up to previous dispute Read More > Facebook Twitter 31.07.2020
Province to reopen DriveTest centres as of Tuesday You can book your G2 road test soon Read More > Facebook Twitter 31.07.2020
New voluntary contact tracing app available across Ontario, alerts users if they’ve come into contact with someone with COVID over the past two weeks App uses bluetooth to communicate with other phones anonymously Read More > Facebook Twitter 31.07.2020
Simcoe County using $28,000 donation to supply more PPE for area homeless shelters Money coming by way of the Canadian Medical Association Foundation Read More > Facebook Twitter 31.07.2020
Rental van involved in drunk driving-related crash in Wasaga Beach Collingwood man charged Read More > Facebook Twitter 31.07.2020
Bar and restaurant patrons must remain seated under new provincial COVID guideline Province tweaking rules surrounding establishments to help curb COVID Read More > Facebook Twitter 31.07.2020
Simcoe County reopening admin centre as it begins taking bookings for county museum Facility reopening part of a plan guided by local health unit and recovery task force Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.07.2020
Local public and catholic school boards expecting more flux before September despite return-to-school plan handed down "We have to be adaptable. We have to be flexible." Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.07.2020
RVH to resume more services as the number of new COVID-19 cases declines in the region; three reported on Thursday Hospital to reopen Simcoe entrance to allow easier access to outpatient clinics Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.07.2020
Woman lost consciousness during Oro Medonte attack Wednesday evening Suspect had a deep voice Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.07.2020
Province’s back-to-school plan has students from Grade 4 to 12 wearing masks and parents can opt for in-class or remote study Province earmarked over $300 million to pay for plan, including masks for staff Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.07.2020
$7 million Collingwood home seized as part of organized crime investigation Criminal charges include money laundering and bookmaking Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.07.2020
Second day in a row: province reporting fewer than 100 new COVID cases across Ontario Just three new cases in Simcoe County Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.07.2020
Sunnidale’s off-leash dog park to reopen Saturday after City of Barrie gave it a facelift Park closed in September for renovation and rejuvenation Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.07.2020
Midland veteran receives gratitude from Métis National Council, apology from Canadian Government, in honour of WWII service WWII Veteran Leonard Landrigan receiving $20k from Métis Veterans Legacy Program Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.07.2020
Small group drives home message of a safer return to school directly to Barrie area MPP About two dozen gathered in south Barrie as part of province-wide push for safe plan Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.07.2020
Provincial Police Association head says blue flag will fly outside Barrie office for now Flag to remain to honour recent losses in the law enforcement community Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.07.2020
Province reveals details of long-term care independent commission into impact of COVID Findings of three-member commission expected in April of next year Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.07.2020
Three new COVID cases in Simcoe County as region’s positivity rate continues to decline Consistent testing and declining positive results means a better controlled outbreak Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.07.2020
Province reports lowest COVID-19 caseload addition since March 22 Recoveries are up, hospitalizations and cases among younger folks are down Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.07.2020
Barrie Transit to start charging fares again as of August 1 "Free transit, unfortunately, does need to come to an end at some point, and that point is next week." Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.07.2020
Feds to conduct full inquiry into Nova Scotia shooting rampage Inquiry comes after victims' families and others dismissed independent review Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.07.2020
Local rallies expected Wednesday amid province-wide push for a safer return to school in the fall Ontario Parent Action Network making nine demands of provincial government Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.07.2020
Applications now being accepted for grants supporting anti-hate community groups Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.07.2020
Fewer new COVID-19 cases reported across Ontario but younger people remain most affected Province confirms 111 new cases, 42 percent of which were among those aged 20 to 39 Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.07.2020
Most folks packed up the tent or BBQ when asked during Barrie’s first beach-area ban on both About 380 parking tickets handed out Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.07.2020
UPDATED: Innisfil man reported missing is safe. Stuart Thompson last seen Monday morning Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.07.2020
Body found at Minden Lake confirmed as that of missing Scarborough motorcyclist Robert Smith reported missing last week Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.07.2020
“A bunch of yahoos” facing $100,000 fine following Brampton party with over 200 in attendance Premier Ford wants to throw the book at them Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.07.2020
Province to divvy up $4 billion in COVID relief funding among all 444 Ontario municipalities Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.07.2020
Police probing suspicious death at East Gwillimbury shelter Hilton Rock of Newmarket was found unresponsive at the Blue Door Shelter Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.07.2020
Over three-quarters of Monday’s COVID-19 caseload addition was among younger age groups Six cases of various ages reported by Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.07.2020
County of Simcoe expanding access to some waste facilities as of Monday Tosorontio and Mara sites expanding hours of operation, Matchedash site reopening Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.07.2020
District of Muskoka hopes to have new supportive housing project up and running by early 2022 Program will be based out of current SMFC site Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.07.2020
Collingwood to reopen Town Hall service desk and begin charging transit fares as of July 27 New health and safety measures put in place Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.07.2020
“We’re not trying to make a profit” Barrie Mayor responds to Premier’s claim recent waterfront parking rate increases are price gouging Mayor Jeff Lehman has invited Premier Ford to see crowded beaches for himself Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.07.2020
Young Huntsville man facing luring, indecent exposure charges and more following OPP Child Sexual Exploitation investigation 20-year-old man arrested Thursday Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.07.2020
You have to wear a mask into a store in Simcoe or Muskoka. Does the clerk? Not always Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.07.2020
Local push to find missing Scarborough man after his motorcycle was found in Minden Hills 55-year-old Robert Smith was last seen Wednesday Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.07.2020
Premier calls Barrie per-hour parking rate increase “price gouging” Premier calls rate increase "disgusting" Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.07.2020
Health official need more time before rendering a verdict on holdout regions waiting to enter stage 3 of COVID recovery More info should be expected Wednesday Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.07.2020
Penetanguishene suggests booking an appointment when Town Hall and other facilities reopen Monday No marriage ceremonies at Town Hall just yet, but licences available now Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.07.2020
Two new COVID-19 cases reported by local health unit, one in Midland, the other in Severn While there are more cases among younger demographics, the total number of new cases remains low Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.07.2020
Orillia to mark 40th anniversary of Terry Fox’s Marathon of Hope stop in the city Online celebration and physically-distant convoy at Terry Fox Circle expected Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.07.2020
Oro-Medonte wants to measure your internet speed as it looks for issues affecting residents’ connectivity Township trying to beef up internet service Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.07.2020
A bright idea: City of Orillia reducing emissions by about 70 tonnes annually by switching to LED streetlights Move to LED bulbs could save city about 40 percent on lighting costs too Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.07.2020
Bump in new COVID-19 cases province-wide as rise in younger infections continues Majority of new cases were among those aged 20 to 39 Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.07.2020
Ontario committing $500 million towards new school construction province-wide including Innisfil, Shanty Bay New build in Innisfil, Shanty Bay's project to replace existing facility Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.07.2020
Another case of COVID-19 in Barrie, six locally, as provincial caseload trends back down Majority of province-wide caseload remains among younger age group Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.07.2020
You can’t match hate with hate: Barrie Pride offering diversity training to discriminatory Brantford photographer "education and awareness is key to acceptance" Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.07.2020
Parks Canada deferring reinstallation of Samuel de Champlain statue in Orillia to look for more respectful approach Working group made series of recommendations in a report filed a year ago Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.07.2020
Barrie City Hall banning BBQs and tents at all parks, beaches, and trails to address overcrowding This includes recent hot spots Centennial Beach, Wilkins Beach, and Tyndale Beach Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.07.2020
Springwater Township Administration Centre, Library Branches to reopen July 27 New safety measures put in place to protect residents and staff Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.07.2020
Wanted man could be in Barrie, Wasaga Beach, Orillia, Oro-Medonte areas Mark Whyte breached parole on a 13-year sentence Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.07.2020
Parking at Midland’s Pete Pettersen Beach Boat Launch for residents only Residents and non-residents can use the boat launch free of charge Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.07.2020
Allandale and Holly recreation facilities to reopen August 4 but users have to book in advance East Bayfield Rec Centre to reopen in early September Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.07.2020
Police cuff suspected serial thief after call about suspicious vehicle in Georgian Bay Number of stolen goods were recovered Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.07.2020
Local volunteer firefighter hangs up his hat after 29 years serving Innisfil John Sullivan says its been an honour Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.07.2020
Provincial COVID-19 caseload addition falls back below 200, with local health unit confirming one each in Essa and Orillia More new cases among younger people reported, but none locally. Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.07.2020
Orillia Farmers’ Market to reopen Saturday with COVID-19 measures top of mind Hand sanitizer and masks throughout Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.07.2020
Indoor dining will take a backseat to the patio while the sun continues to shine and outside seems more safe, says local restaurant owner Few patrons eager to opt for indoor dining experience despite restrictions lifted in stage 3 Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.07.2020
“Just don’t go to a party, it’s simple,” Premier responds to apparent surge in COVID cases among younger Ontarians Cases of COVID-19 among young people have steadily increased over the past days Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.07.2020
Chantal Kreviazuk to headline Georgian Bay General Hospital virtual gala Funds raised going towards preparing for potential second COVID-19 wave Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.07.2020
New Tecumseth taking phased approach to reopening facilities, now taking sports field bookings More options available by August 4 with Admin centre reopening by August 10 Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.07.2020
Two new cases of COVID-19 in Barrie as provincial increase surpasses the 200 mark apparent increase in cases among people under age 39 Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.07.2020
Orillia Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital Loosening restrictions on patient visits Essential visitors only for now Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.07.2020
Ontario Place to offer festivals and events this summer, at a safe physical distance Elements of Toronto Film Festival expected at waterfront tourist hot spot Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.07.2020
All that’s missing are some patio lanterns – Innisfil Lakeshore library branch opens up patio for patrons Free WiFi, printing, and faxing services offered to patrons at all three locations Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.07.2020
York Region among those permitted to enter Ontario’s Stage 3 of recovery, Toronto held back for now Seven more regions moving forward, three to continue working on COVID stats Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.07.2020
Barrie Bylaw handed out over 200 parking tickets over the weekend, but say beach-goers kept a safe distance from others Four other by-law infractions noted Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.07.2020
Rally expected at Meridian Place Saturday, calling for national paid sick day policy Organizers ask participants wear masks and keep to a safe physical distance Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.07.2020
Large police presence in Bradford following reports of a shooting More details to come Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.07.2020
Cops hunting at least two suspects following south Barrie bank robbery Friday afternoon Eyewitness says three bad guys held up the Scotiabank at Yonge and Minet's Point Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.07.2020
Innisfil reopens ten playgrounds just in time for the weekend as it works to get all town parks ship-shape Innisfil RecPlex, other recreation facilities to remain closed for now Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.07.2020
Province hands down new plan to protect intellectual property New plan keeps made-in-Ontario intelligence in the province Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.07.2020
Pair facing drug charges after high-risk takedown in Bradford Cocaine, fentanyl seized during street-level drug investigation Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.07.2020
Wear a mask to the table and anytime you leave it, but feel free to dine uncovered Health Unit's mask requirement adds a few steps to the indoor dining experience Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.07.2020
Why trust experts in the first place? What do they know that I don’t? A lot Local academic weighs in on misinformation spreading due to lack of trust in experts Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.07.2020
Eight new cases of COVID-19 announced in Barrie Friday, as province sees 111 new cases for the second day in a row Health unit also confirming a case in Oro-Medonte Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.07.2020
Investigation into fatal south end Barrie fire continues as police confirm victim’s identity Police indicate victim of fatal fire was somehow unable to leave the home Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.07.2020
Queen’s Park to commit over $500,000 to improve Lake Simcoe’s health Four new projects hope to build on progress already made Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.07.2020
LUMCO head encouraged by announcement of federal assistance to municipalities, anticipates further detail on how it will be allocated Large Urban Mayors' Caucus of Ontario was among those calling for further funding Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.07.2020
Molded Precision Components continues face shield donation spree with a stop in Oro-Medonte Local manufacturer aiming to donate 25,000 Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.07.2020
Ottawa to contribute $19 billion to provinces and municipalities to help cover pandemic shortfalls Some funding could be earmarked for a second wave of COVID-19 Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.07.2020
Springwater Township kayaker’s body recovered from Tiny Marsh Firefighters found her submerged near her overturned kayak, paramedics were unable to revive her Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.07.2020
LA Fitness was able to “work out” a way to safely allow folks back into its Barrie locations gym members will be given their own sanitizer to be used in the gym Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.07.2020
City asking for patience as it works to open more Barrie playgrounds "We don't want to rush this," says city playground foreman Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.07.2020
No new COVID cases in Barrie, three in northern Simcoe, as province-wide case count increased by 111 Two cases reported in Midland, one in Tiny Township Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.07.2020
Province extends emergency order yet again, this time to July 29 "we must remain on our guard and only relax emergency orders if and when safe to do so," Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.07.2020
Some City of Barrie playgrounds will be open as of Friday, others not so much City hall working to have all playgrounds reopened by the end of the month Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.07.2020
Fatal crash on south 400 near Innisfil Beach Road claims life of man from Sagamok Anishnawbek First Nation Second driver in hospital Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.07.2020
Special Investigations Unit seizes two weapons from Haliburton County home following fatal police-involved shooting Special Investigations Unit still trying to find the suspect's next of kin Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.07.2020
Pearson Airport training exercise results in drug seizure It was only supposed to be a team-building exercise Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.07.2020
Assault charge laid after man asked to leave Gravenhurst store Suspect accused of assaulting employee after throwing hand sanitizer out onto the street Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.07.2020
Toronto rower killed following Lake Muskoka collision with another vessel No charges laid as investigation into fatal crash continues Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.07.2020
Mental health supports for SCDSB students and families available over the summer break support available as part of response to COVID-19 crisis Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.07.2020
Police thanking jet skier who got a paddleboarder in distress safely back to the Balm Beach shore Offshore winds can quickly blow small human-powered watercraft out beyond shoreline assistance Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.07.2020
Charges laid after youngsters report nine years of inappropriate actions from relative Oshawa man facing charges including sexual assault and sexual interference Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.07.2020
Driver succumbs to injuries at hospital following serious crash in Tay Township July 4 Cause of fatal crash under investigation Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.07.2020
Noisy cars could face $110 in fines as Barrie Police crack down on muffler modifications Barrie Police calling it Project Noisemaker on social media Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.07.2020
Special Investigations Unit probing fatal police-involved shooting in Haliburton Highlands Investigation comes following reports of serious incident in Minden Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.07.2020
Indoor long-term care home visits to resume July 22 with two visitors at a time Two people can visit a loved one outside the long-term care home, effective immediately Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.07.2020
Province committing over a billion dollars to bettering long-term care in Ontario New model designed to promote facility construction Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.07.2020
Molded Precision Components receiving federal grant to expand, recognized for employing local youth Local success story continues to grow Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.07.2020
Napoleon, one of Simcoe County’s largest private-sector employers is hiring even more to the team Local company experiencing growth despite pandemic Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.07.2020
Barrie waste collection to begin at 5:30 in the morning whenever a heat warning is declared Keep an eye on the Barrie 360 Storm watch page for info on heat warnings Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.07.2020
New COVID-19 case in Penetanguishene the only addition to local caseload, provincial tally increased by 102 Only four provincial health units reporting double-digit additions, all others reporting five or fewer Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.07.2020
Alliston man facing arson charge following Monday night house fire 18-year-old suspect said to have been a resident of the home Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.07.2020
Bradford-West Gwillimbury to reopen some municipal services as of July 20 No recreation services or facilities to reopen just yet Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.07.2020
You’ll have to be patient while waiting for a Barrie parking pass – a surge in demand has led to delays Residents who receive parking tickets at waterfront-area lots can have them waived Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.07.2020
Wasaga Beach to gradually reopen Beach Drive sandy area and use ambassadors to control access Sandy portion of Beach Drive closed July 2 due to concerns of overcrowding Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.07.2020
In the market for a feline friend or a pup pal? Ontario SPCA introducing limited-contact adoption Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.07.2020
Premier Ford to deliver in-person thanks across the province Ford visiting Ontario communities over the coming months Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.07.2020
Two Innisfil men facing drunk driving charges after traffic stops two hours apart Missing plate tipped cops off to one driver, OPP already pulled the other over Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.07.2020
New Tecumseth fire knocked down Monday night blaze in about 30 minutes No injuries reported, cause and damage estimate to be determined Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.07.2020
Barrie sees back-to-back daily additions to local COVID-19 caseload as provincial tally continues to trend downward Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.07.2020
Many beach-area roadways to become residents-only as Barrie City Hall continues to look for ways to reduce beach overcrowding Several lots not previously classified as waterfront parking now under COVID-19-inspired restrictions Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.07.2020
City of Orillia Welcome sign wearing a mask to remind others of need for face coverings in public indoor spaces City taking unique approach as masks become mandatory Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.07.2020
Most complying on Mandatory Mask Monday despite social media outcry against Health unit order Health unit needs to see most people get on board with mandatory masks Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.07.2020
RVH cancels Monday and Tuesday non-urgent surgeries over cooling system malfunction Hospital to contact patients directly Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.07.2020
City of Barrie to get federal, provincial funds for “transformative” transit projects Twenty-one accessible buses, Allandale Hub, bike racks among the big ticket items Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.07.2020
Novice driver facing trafficking charges after vehicle stop in Gravenhurst Vehicle pulled over early Monday morning Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.07.2020
Two new cases of COVID-19 in Barrie as provincial numbers remain low 116 new cases province-wide as hot spots continue to report double-digit additions Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.07.2020
UPDATE: Motorcyclist killed in crash with a tractor on Highway 26 in Springwater Friday afternoon Highway 26 was closed for several hours for the police investigation Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.07.2020
Barrie Police to swear in new deputy chief and keep the top cop they’ve got Deputy Chief Allan to oversee Support Services as city continues to grow Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.07.2020
Barrie Police hastening criminal record check process as folks look for work or volunteer opportunities Service will provide digital version instead of snail mailed hard copy Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.07.2020
Barrie Public Library’s Summer Reading Club… there’s an app for that! Beanstack Tracker app available on iPhone and Android devices Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.07.2020
No new COVID-19 cases in Simcoe Muskoka as provincial caseload addition falls after slight bump Third time this week the local health unit reported no new cases Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.07.2020
Jobless rate continued to rise across the country, with exceptions including Barrie Jobless rate edged down, employment rate remains highest in the land Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.07.2020
Severn Township car theft suspect linked to over a dozen other crimes Man taken into custody after lengthy police dog track through the woods Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.07.2020
Orillia closing parts of Mississauga Street on Friday evenings to allow for more patio room See You On the Patio from 4 p.m. to 11 p.m. every Friday Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.07.2020
Missing: Wasaga Beach man last seen Monday night Contact the OPP if you know the whereabouts of Richard Kocik Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.07.2020
Three new COVID-19 cases in Simcoe County as province-wide caseload addition sees slight bump Majority of new cases come from Windsor-Essex Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.07.2020
Orillia charging out-of-towners fifty bucks to park or launch boats from Thursday to Sunday Orillia taxpayers get a pass on rates designed to curb crowding Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.07.2020
Simcoe County seems to be the place to win with the OLG; five locals scored thousands Prizes ranged from $100,000 to $250,000 in recent wins Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.07.2020
Barrie City Hall to take in-person appointments for marriage licenses, tax receipts, transit passes, and more, starting Monday Wear a mask to your appointment at the Service Barrie desk Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.07.2020
Changes made to weekend hours of operation at two Barrie COVID-19 clinics Huronia Road assessment centre and RVH drive-thru testing clinic scaling back weekend operation Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.07.2020
Simcoe Muskoka Health Unit reporting no new COVID cases, second day in a row Toronto, Peel Region continue to report double-digit daily caseload additions Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.07.2020
Ford Government hope to extend some emergency measures another year and lift emergency declaration Lifting emergency declaration while allowing province certain legislative tools being proposed Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.07.2020
City Hall tightening restrictions on Barrie beaches to combat crowding during a pandemic All infractions will get you a ticket Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.07.2020
Arson, theft, threatening charges laid following fire in room of Bradford home Monday Victim and suspect knew each other Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.07.2020
Town of Innisfil offering two library branches as cooling stations as heatwave continues Lakeshore and Cookstown branches to be used to cool down only Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.07.2020
Town of Innisfil turned away over 1,200 amid tighter restrictions on area beaches 128 parking tickets handed out, 36 vehicles towed Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.07.2020
Majority of Ontario health units reporting no new COVID cases, including Simcoe Muskoka Slight decline in provincial, local testing rates Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.07.2020
Stronger measures to prevent Barrie beach overcrowding coming Mayor hints new measures could be handed down within 24 hours Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.07.2020
Huntsville cottage destroyed by fire late Monday morning Cause of blaze under investigation Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.07.2020
Barrie man in hospital, charges pending, after downtown Barrie highrise partly evacuated over bear spray Suspect said to be a resident of the building Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.07.2020
Barrie’s downtown transit terminal can be used as cooling centre during heat warning Terminal had been closed due to the Covid-19 pandemic Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.07.2020
Barrie courthouse reopened Monday with a few extra safety features reopening part of phase one of plan to jump start courthouse operations Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.07.2020
Five cases of COVID-19 added to Simcoe Muskoka caseload over the weekend Three from Midland, one each from Tiny and Barrie Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.07.2020
Ontario mayors, including Barrie’s, calling on provincial and federal governments to commit to emergency municipal funding Ontario seeking about $4 billion out of proposed $10 billion national fund Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.07.2020
No lives lost to COVID-19 across Ontario in the last 24 hours first time in months the virus hasn't claimed any lives day-over-day Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.07.2020
Beausoleil First Nation remains off-limits to non-members Marine barricade coming to Beckwith Island following incidences of non-compliance Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.07.2020
Town Hall to paint white circles at Innisfil Beach Park, make sure everyone keeps moving, to deter “lack of respect for physical distancing” Town Hall capping number of beach goers at some parks Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.07.2020
Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit confirms one new COVID case, offers summer playtime advice Health Unit says water balloon fights are a low risk source of fun Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.07.2020
Province to provide health and safety training to aid in job hunt Queen's Park committing three million to plan Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.07.2020
Barrie BIA to explore Dunlop St. pedestrianization further saying July and August are “not in the cards” BIA to form working group to get all ducks in a row Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.07.2020
Provincial COVID-19 caseload increased by 165 on Friday morning, majority reported in GTA Over half of provincial caseload addition made up of those from Toronto Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.07.2020
Wasaga Beach slashing amount of waterfront parking spots and closing sand-covered Beach Drive due to crowding "I was appalled by what I witnesse
