Police warn of text message scam offering ‘Canada Relief Funds’ RCMP posts list of potential frauds related to Covid-19 Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.03.2020
Honda extending plant shutdowns until April 6 – Alliston included Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.03.2020
Orillia launches #OrillaCares; looking for acts of exceptional kindness Encouraging people to post positive and uplifting stories to social media Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.03.2020
SIU probing death of a woman at Kozlov Street apartment building Victim found on ground outside building Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.03.2020
COVID-19: Orillia closes skateboard park, off-leash dog parks and basketball courts Mayor stresses social distancing is crucial to halting spread of the virus Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.03.2020
COVID-19 infections in Canada shifting from travel-related to community transmission Nearly half of cases in Canada are community-related Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.03.2020
Options for Barrie Colts’ fans with unused tickets Can put toward next season or ask for refund Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.03.2020
Walk-In Clinics open at Alliston Walmart, Alcona Pharmasave Phone screening first, then follow-up with a doctor Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.03.2020
Tokyo 2020 Games have been postponed for a year due to Covid-19 outbreak Biggest event yet to be affected by the pandemic Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.03.2020
Town of Midland sends financial aid proposal to Prime Minister Trudeau 'Simple but effective solution to provide financial and psychological relief to Canadians' Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.03.2020
Province closes Drive Test Centres, Travel Point locations No penalties for missed appointments Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.03.2020
Lindsay man, 80s, succumbs to COVID-19; sixth death in Ontario No travel history and no known contact with anyone, confirmed to have COVID-19 Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.03.2020
Federal government urging Canadians returning from abroad to self-isolate for two weeks No socializing, no shopping Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.03.2020
Markham woman, 72, York Region’s first COVID-19 related death Had recently travelled to France, Tahiti and Los Angeles Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.03.2020
Canada will only participate in the Tokyo Olympics if they are postponed a year International Olympic Committee now says postponement is an option Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.03.2020
Garbage collection changes take effect Monday in Orillia, Simcoe County Orillia allowing one untagged bag per household Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.03.2020
Man in his 70s, who travelled to UK, first COVID-19 related death reported in Toronto Entered hospital March 14, died March 21 Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.03.2020
#TheFrontStepsProject: Boosting spirits and raising funds for the Barrie Food Bank Barrie photographer asking for 5-minutes of your time Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.03.2020
City of Orillia has declared a State of Emergency; provides city with more power to protect residents’ health and safety 'If we do not do this, our community will become very sick' Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.03.2020
Barrie Police nab ‘red-gloved bandit’ after fourth convenience store hold-up in same day Same store hit three times in 16 hours Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.03.2020
Ontario could run out of intensive care beds soon even if rate of COVID-19 infection is cut in half – Study Need to identify and create opportunities for additional capacity Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.03.2020
Covid-19 assessment centre opens in Orillia at Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital Use self-assessment tool before deciding to go Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.03.2020
Barrie Police investigating numerous reports of slashed tires along St. Vincent, Penetang, and Queen Streets A 12-year-old has been charged Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.03.2020
Mayor announces Economic Support Task Force and Social Support Task Force to deal with impacts of COVID-19 in Barrie A number of initiatives have been discussed Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.03.2020
Zehrs in Barrie, Orillia offering seniors-only shopping hours during Covid-19 crisis 7 a.m. to 8 a.m. Monday to Friday Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.03.2020
Barrie fire investigators probing blaze Monday at house under-construction on Bishop Drive No one hurt Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.03.2020
County health unit recommends bars and restaurants close or switch to take-out/delivery only Also recommends private schools, daycares, churches and theatres close Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.03.2020
Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre warns of COVID-19 related frauds – test kits, treatments and more Fraudsters preying on fears, uncertainties and misinformation Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.03.2020
Ontario Superior Court of Justice suspending most operations; only urgent matters will be heard Suspension in effect until June 2 Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.03.2020
Global Affairs Canada advises against non-essential travel; recommends Canadians abroad return while options available Simcoe County couple may 'weather the storm' in Portugal Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.03.2020
Canadian researchers identify agent responsible for COVID-19; will help develop better treatments and vaccines 'Amazing things that can happen when we collaborate' Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.03.2020
COVID-19 – What you need to know What is it, what are the symptoms, how do you protect yourself... Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.03.2020
Brian Beal leaving role as Director of Education of Catholic school board to join Assembly of Catholic Bishops Has been with the Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board for 30-plus years Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.03.2020
Sudbury man is Ontario’s 37th positive case of Covid-19; had attended a recent conference in Toronto 26,000 were expected to attend the conference Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.03.2020
ManpowerGroup predicts moderate hiring climate in Barrie in Q2 20% of employers planning to hire Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.03.2020
Seven-cents-a-litre drop in the price of gasoline predicted for Wednesday Oil producers still at odds over production levels Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.03.2020
Three new cases of Covid-19 confirmed Sunday in Toronto; travellers from France, Washington DC, Colorado Provincial total at 31 Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.03.2020
Cindy Tonn named new president of Barrie and District Christmas Cheer Has served Christmas Cheer for 25 years Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.03.2020
Price of gasoline below $1 per litre in Barrie due to Covid-19 uncertainty and fears of a price war between producers World oil market has declined 35 per cent since Friday Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.03.2020
Items recovered after series of vehicle break-ins along Drury Lane in Barrie Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.03.2020
Federal government orders ‘Big Three’ mobile service providers to cut data plan rates by 25 per cent The cost of a 2 GB plan would drop to $37.50 from $50.00 Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.03.2020
Police believe four tow truck fires early Friday morning in Aurora and Richmond Hill were deliberately set There were no injuries Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.03.2020
14-year-old, subject of Amber Alert, found safe; police say abduction was payback for stepbrother’s drug debt Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.03.2020
OPP investigating after man injured by gunfire in Collingwood The victim suffered non-life-threatening injuries Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.03.2020
Scribes: The Holy Mackerel by Erin Roach, Shayna Stochmal, and Kaitlin Wilson, Student Journalists, St. Joan of Arc CHS Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.03.2020
Man pulled from Sunday fire on Caroline Street, Barrie, succumbs to injuries Cause of fire yet to be determined Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.03.2020
Arrest made in theft of donation box from Fox’s Bakery in Barrie Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.03.2020
Unions ‘cool’ toward government backdown on class size/e-learning, local school board calls it ‘positive’ Will still lead to lost jobs and fewer courses for students Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.03.2020
Half of world’s sandy beaches at risk from climate change – Study Rising sea-levels and more violent storms cited Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.03.2020
Royal Canadian Mint Launches its Largest-Ever Gold Maple Leaf Coin Just ten will be available to collectors Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.03.2020
Construction season begins in Barrie with road closures on Dunlop East and Mapleview East Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.03.2020
Casino Rama reopens after investigation into bomb threat Threat no longer exists Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.02.2020
Ontario confirms another positive case of Covid-19 Patient has a travel history to Iran Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.02.2020
Human trafficking in Barrie is double the national rate Under-the-radar and under-reported Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.02.2020
‘Quiet’ deal allowed some CN freight trains to continue east despite blockade at Belleville Feds helped broker deal between CN and CP Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.02.2020
Ann-Marie Kungl wins Barrie Ward 3 byelection Infrastructure, spending among her priorities Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.02.2020
Final day to vote in Barrie’s Ward 3 byelection Vote in person at East Bayfield CC, online or by phone Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.02.2020
Innovative Automation on 2020 list of Employee Recommended Workplaces Recognized for excellence in achieving a healthy, engaged and productive workforce Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.02.2020
Queen’s Park asks 3M to address reported issues with new license plates Premier Ford seeking immediate resolution Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.02.2020
Al Capone’s bulletproof 1928 Cadillac offered for $1M Among the earliest surviving bulletproof vehicles Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.02.2020
Personal information of tens of thousands of Canadians ‘mishandled’ by federal departments Few of those affected were notified Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.02.2020
Family Day – What’s Open & Closed Changes to garbage collection, public transit, retail hours and more Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.02.2020
Honda reaches major sales (5-million) and manufacturing (9-million) milestones in Canada Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.02.2020
Former Barrie Colt, Kyle Clifford, traded to Maple Leafs with goalie Jack Campbell Leafs give up Trevor Moore and two draft picks Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.02.2020
Shock absorbers getting an early workout with pothole season already upon us Slow down, look far enough down the road to locate potholes ahead of time Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.02.2020
Talks between province and elementary teachers enter a third day, negotiations to resume with English Catholic teachers Another series of walkouts planned for next week if no deal reached Read More > Facebook Twitter 31.01.2020
Wolves rally past Colts 3-2 in overtime Scored 31 seconds into overtime Read More > Facebook Twitter 31.01.2020
Federal report finds enough evidence to ban some single-use plastics as early as next year 29-thousand tonnes of plastic garbage was tossed in 2016 Read More > Facebook Twitter 31.01.2020
OPP in Midland investigating a series of break-and-enters Two businesses and a residence robbed Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.01.2020
Simcoe County has launched an age-friendly seniors housing grant program Applicants can be homeowners or developers Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.01.2020
World Health Organization emergency committee reconvenes to consider Coronavirus a global emergency 38 more deaths reported in China Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.01.2020
South Simcoe Police report new scam involving a bogus drive test website Scammers use personal info collected to try to access bank accounts Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.01.2020
Teenager killed, another injured in vehicle rollover near Georgian College in Barrie Road was closed for several hours overnight Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.01.2020
Barrie: A remarkable story that needs to be told more – Mayor Jeff Lehman Gone is the notion Barrie is becoming a bedroom community Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.01.2020
Talks resume today between Ontario government and Elementary Teachers’ Federation of Ontario Resumption of talks comes as strike action threatened for next week Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.01.2020
Ontario Ministry of Health sets up a one-stop web page with Coronavirus info Daily updates, how to protect yourself, symptoms, what to do if you suspect Coronavirus Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.01.2020
English Catholic teachers plan another province-wide one-day walkout for next Tuesday Public elementary teachers planning walkouts next week as well Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.01.2020
Barrie Police have charged a 13-year-old in Monday’s gun incident at École Secondaire Catholique Nouvelle-Alliance Weapon was found in a musical instrument case Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.01.2020
Nineteen Ontarians being investigated for possible Coronavirus infection Ottawa advising against all travel to infected regions in China Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.01.2020
Barrie Police warn of phone scam involving your social insurance number Best advice: Keep personal info to yourself Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.01.2020
Survey finds younger generations are lonelier than boomers Social media could be a major factor Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.01.2020
Two cats, 14 kittens left in boxes on Midland SPCA doorstep Found dirty, malnourished and infested with fleas Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.01.2020
Weather service issues alert for falling iguanas in Florida They begin to get sluggish when temperatures fall Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.01.2020
Stan Mathewson named Orillia’s 2019 Citizen of the Year Encouraging the community to take action and build healthy lives Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.01.2020
Warming Centres opened in Innisfil Toques, gloves, hats and warming blankets also available Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.01.2020
Pedestrian struck and killed in south Barrie Investigation continues Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.01.2020
Microsoft sends out fix for major Windows 10 security flaw detected by U.S. intelligence If successfully exploited, an attacker could decrypt confidential information on user connections Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.01.2020
Dozens of children, adults injured when damaged Delta jet dumps fuel over Los Angeles-area schools Minor skin and lung irritations reported Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.01.2020
Drivers identified in car pushing episode on Highway 401 in Toronto Car was pushed sideways along roadway Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.01.2020
Travel, $100 VIP Slots on mind of $70M Lotto Max winner Picked up his winnings Tuesday Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.01.2020
High standards at Busch Systems, Barrie result in special B Corporation certification 'A new kind of business that balances purpose and profit' Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.01.2020
Two women sought for questionning in theft of electric toothbrushes from Essa Road drug store Toothbrushes were worth $350 Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.01.2020
Innisfil hit hard by extensive rainfall; many roads flooded Town continues to respond to flooding Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.01.2020
$25M Lotto 6/49 ticket bought in Barrie Winning numbers: 2, 5, 19, 44, 48, 49, Bonus #24 Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.01.2020
Final phase-out of old red and white Ontario health cards comes this summer Thousands still in circulation Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.01.2020
$70M Lotto Max ticket sold in Brampton $100,000 winning Encore ticket was sold in Simcoe County Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.01.2020
“1917” and “Once Upon a Time in Hollywood” take top honours at Golden Globes Netflix won just two awards despite receiving 34 nominations Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.01.2020
Stevenson Memorial Hospital warns of fraudulent phone calls "Take caution...hang up” Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.01.2020
Canada wins Gold at World Junior Hockey Championship with 4-3 win over Russia Canada lost just one game at the tournament Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.01.2020
Australian fires “unprecedented” says former Barrie resident now living in Australia Little government support for firefighters Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.01.2020
Record jackpot (est. $70M) for tonight’s Lotto Max lottery Jackpots worth $65M have been won twice Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.01.2020
Two Finnish teams competing in this weekend’s Glenn Bellerby AA Tournament in Barrie Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.01.2020
UPDATE: Three women under investigation after fire destroyed ape house at German zoo; more than 30 animals killed on New Year’s Day Sky lanterns may have ignited fire Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.01.2020
Garbage collection a day later this week; Simcoe County playing catch-up Some areas of Simcoe County were missed early in the week Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.01.2020
Bianca Andreescu named Canadian Press Athlete of the Year First Canadian to win a Grand Slam singles title Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.12.2019
CP Holiday Train concludes another successful tour Raised funds and food for local food banks Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.12.2019
Christmas greetings from The Queen, The Prime Minister and The Premier Queen Elizabeth, Justin Trudeau, Doug Ford Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.12.2019
Springwater Council approves budget reduction for 2020; county and education levies will push taxes slightly higher Average increase will be $1.88 per month Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.12.2019
Don’t let ‘Porch Pirates’ spoil your Christmas OPP offer tips to ensure your deliveries are safe Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.12.2019
Firefighters, Paramedics joining RIDE checks in Gravenhurst "We want to show solidarity with our brothers and sisters in blue that this is not acceptable here" Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.12.2019
Arrest made in July death of Orillia woman Victim found outside Davey Street home Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.12.2019
Cannabis edibles on sale Tuesday…except in Ontario, Alberta and Quebec Regulatory issues, logistics and quality checks Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.12.2019
Hallmark Channel reverses decision on same-sex marriage ads Says it was the 'wrong decision' Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.12.2019
Opioid-related harms in Canada: 14,000 killed since 2016 Crisis is a 'complex problem that is going to take time to turn around' Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.12.2019
Honda of Canada associates help to spread joy in Simcoe County Spirit of giving is 'vibrantly' alive Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.12.2019
Five cases of Legionnaires’ Disease in Barrie Health Unit tracking source of outbreak Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.12.2019
Toys for Tickets raises over $5,000 in toys for kids in Orillia Five local charities will benefit Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.12.2019
Public high schools, all Catholic schools in Simcoe County, Muskoka closed today due to OSSTF job action Adult Learning Centres also closed Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.12.2019
Manpower foresees ‘reserved’ hiring climate in Barrie to begin 2020 Job prospects tightening country-wide Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.12.2019
Orillia Councillors approve 3.58% tax increase for 2020 Will add $44 for every $100,000 of assessment Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.12.2019
Nova Scotia to ban flavoured e-cigarettes Ontario may not be far behind Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.12.2019
Be An Angel…A Snow Angel Innisfil looking for 'good' neighbours Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.12.2019
Wasaga Beach trims more from proposed 2020 budget Public Meeting December 10 Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.12.2019
Arrest made after Midland business broken into twice Same restaurant, two days apart Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.12.2019
Keyless Entry Fob could be ‘key’ to vehicle theft Thieves able to use radio waves obtained through walls and doors Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.12.2019
President’s Choice Coleslaw on recall list Suspected salmonella contamination Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.12.2019
South Simcoe Police appeal for public’s help solving fail to remain Collision Suspect vehicle may have damage to the passenger side Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.12.2019
Barrie Police Mitten Trees pop-up around town Helping keep the city warm Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.11.2019
Barrie’s Downtown Countdown Line-Up Announced Barrie will ring in 2020 with The Trews and Splash ‘n Boots Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.11.2019
OPP Investigating Theft of Snowmobiles and Trailers in Tiny Township Sleds were locked in the trailers Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.11.2019
Barrie Serves Up 2019 Arts Awards "Culture and creativity are essential components of a healthy, complete community" Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.11.2019
Safety first in Hillsdale Pedestrian crossing on Highway 93 getting an upgrade Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.11.2019
Cineplex launching ‘Cinema of the Future’ Space for outdoor screenings, stage for live entertainment and more Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.11.2019
Emails not so environmentally-friendly Unnecessary emails contributing to carbon footprint Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.11.2019
Public elementary and high school teachers launch work-to-rule action Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.11.2019
A case of animal cruelty in Tay Township Beaver found bludgeoned to death in a ditch Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.11.2019
Tea For Toys raises more than $19,000 for charities Family Connexions, Gilda's Club, Child and Youth Advocacy Centre to benefit Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.11.2019
South Simcoe Police: Protecting With Courage, Serving With Compassion Annual awards recognize outstanding service, citizen involvement in crime prevention/investigation Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.11.2019
Tow truck driver hurt in Fail To Remain collision in Innisfil Police appealing for witnesses/dashcam video Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.11.2019
E-cigarettes may have caused ‘popcorn lung’ in Ontario teen Narrowly avoided a double-lung transplant Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.11.2019
Tis the season…for flying wheels Two incidents yesterday on 400-series highways Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.11.2019
Barrie man sentenced for two sexual assaults One of the victims was a 14 year old girl Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.11.2019
Dog rescued from ice in Clearview Township Kids heeded warning to stay off the ice Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.11.2019
Police investigating downtown stabbing Victim found Saturday morning Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.11.2019
Elementary Teachers’ Federation planning work-to-rule that will not impact students Target will be education ministry and school boards Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.11.2019
New paramedic and health services facility open in Elmvale Also a place for seniors to play Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.11.2019
English Catholic teachers ready to strike if necessary Third of four teachers's groups to vote in favour of strike action Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.11.2019
Home sales in Barrie, Simcoe County rose last month Surge in sales greater outside of Barrie Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.11.2019
Lakehead University named Research University of the Year for fifth consecutive year First time a University has topped the list five years in a row Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.11.2019
SCRIBES: Youth Haven benefits from St Joseph’s Catholic High School charity drive by Hayley Apted, St. Joseph’s Catholic High School Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.11.2019
Don Cherry unapologetic after Saturday rant Denies he singled out minorities Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.11.2019
Suspect in fatal Fail To Remain collision in Barrie arrested, charged Barrie man facing charges Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.11.2019
Queen’s Park caps some public sector wages School boards and hopsitals among those affected Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.11.2019
Humboldt Broncos player, paralyzed in bus crash in 2018, moves legs after surgery One of a handful of Canadians who have undergone the treatment Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.11.2019
Man shot through door of his Newmarket home Injuries are not life-threatening Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.11.2019
Carbon Monoxide Alarm alerts Oro-Medonte couple Deadly gas found throughout their home Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.11.2019
Charities to benefit from latest offering from Barrie author Proceeds to Youth Haven and Busby Centre Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.11.2019
Trick found in Hallowe’en Treat in south Barrie Needle discovered in candy bar Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.11.2019
How a parking ticket can give a kid a Christmas You can pay with a new, unwrapped toy Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.11.2019
Crowd shuts down Highway 409 so driver can do ‘donuts’ OPP asking witnesses to come forward Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.11.2019
Carbon Monoxide: What you need to know Carbon Monoxode Week: November 1-7 Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.11.2019
RVH ‘Blue Brigade’ completes pledge to Hearts and Minds campaign Hands over final cheque for $200,000 Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.10.2019
Boil Water Advisory Lifted for most of Cookstown Only 14 customers on Victoria Street East still under boil water advisory Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.10.2019
Sunshine Super Wash for Soldiers’ Charity Car Wash and BBQ a Big Success! More than $4,000 raised Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.10.2019
Canadian adults need to get a wiggle on; too many getting too little physical activity "Any movement is good movement, at any age" Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.10.2019
Shelburne man charged in Child Pornography investigation Parents reminded to take proactive approach to protect their kids Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.10.2019
Fall watermain scrubbing begins in Barrie Wards 1 and 3 affected Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.10.2019
Back to business at Rotary Place after weekend closure Weekend disinfecting complete Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.10.2019
Update: Attempted Murder warrants issued in Midland Arrests made in Sault Ste Marie Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.10.2019
Barrie Police seeking auto thief Woman threatened with firearm Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.10.2019
Is it really the police calling? Scammers using Police non-emergency number to threaten victims Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.10.2019
OPP issue warning as Fall brings out more ATV riders Off-road collisions have claimed 20 lives this year Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.10.2019
Shopping with a Smart Cart at Sobeys Scan, weigh and pay without standing in a checkout line Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.10.2019
Annual Gala raises $100K for Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital Money will be used to purchase more Automated Dispensing Units Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.10.2019
You flushed what down the toilet? Campaign outlines do's and dont's of toilet flushing Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.10.2019
Talks bog down; elementary teachers ask for a conciliator Negotiations began in June Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.10.2019
Location chosen for new arena/library at Wasaga Beach "Best option to serve the community" Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.10.2019
Thanksgiving Monday – What’s Open And Closed Hope You Stocked Up Beforehand Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.10.2019
Holiday weekend: Careful as you go More than 200 people have died this year in collisions on OPP-patrolled roads Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.10.2019
Lost your way at RVH? GPS will soon guide you System should be in place by next spring Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.10.2019
Research shows many Ontarians get behind the wheel too soon after consuming cannabis Young drivers most at risk Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.10.2019
Deal reached in school support workers dispute Schools will be open Monday Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.10.2019
Schools in Muskoka, Haliburton, Kawartha Lakes will close in event of strike Monday "Student safety cannot be ensured" Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.10.2019
Georgian College helping female entrepreneurs make their mark New program offers support and resources Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.10.2019
Innisfil man charged with Assault, Forcible Confinement Suspect surrendered to police Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.10.2019
Talks to resume in school support workers dispute Union threatening to strike Monday Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.10.2019
New faces for Barrie’s Sports Hall of Fame Two Special Olympians and an oustanding coach/mentor Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.10.2019
OPP’s annual seatbelt blitz begins today Seatbelt-related deaths up 20% this year over last Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.10.2019
UPDATE: Missing Ramara man FOUND safe Have you seen Robert Ferrari? Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.10.2019
Children From Niagara Region Found Safe Following Amber Alert Father Not Under Arrest Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.10.2019
Impaired charge laid on the water in Penetanguishene Bay Personal watercraft towed from the scene Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.10.2019
Emergency services campus in Barrie on-time and under-budget Police expected to move in come January Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.10.2019
Five blooms for Barrie Communities In Bloom hands out annual awards Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.09.2019
Work-To-Rule action begins today at Ontario schools Talks broke down at the weekend Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.09.2019
Whistleblower complaint details alleged White House cover-up "The whistleblower did the right thing" Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.09.2019
Mail tampering in Muskoka Rural mailboxes damaged, contents taken Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.09.2019
Man credits Apple Watch for helping save his dad Watch sent notice of 911 call Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.09.2019
Colts sign goalie Arturs Silovs Gives Colts a 'solid tandem' between the pipes Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.09.2019
Charges upgraded in death of purse-snatching victim in Collingwood Elderly woman was shoved to the ground Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.09.2019
Attempted Murder charges laid in Fail To Remain on Bradford Street, Barrie Second victim was able to jump out of the way Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.09.2019
“Above average” Fall in the forecast – Environment Canada Nothing like last year Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.09.2019
SUV driver crossed centre line prior to fatal crash in Bradford Investigation continues Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.09.2019
Conservatives would revive Lake Simcoe Clean-up Fund if elected Fund was cancelled by the Liberal government Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.09.2019
Boy hurt in car-bike crash on Big Bay Point Road Witnesses sought Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.09.2019
Opioid-related deaths surge in Ontario ER visits also on the rise Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.09.2019
Justin Trudeau “deeply sorry” he appeared in ‘brownface’ nearly 20 years ago Happened while a teacher in Vancouver and a student at high school Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.09.2019
Cure for the common cold? We may be getting close… Researchers say technique may also help with polio and other diseases Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.09.2019
Seniors’ Socials at the Simcoe County Museum First Wednesday of the month, October 2 to June 3 Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.09.2019
Trip to the gas pump may be in order tonight Potential price hike in store Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.09.2019
Elderly woman suffers ‘life-altering’ injuries in purse snatching Collingwood OPP need help identifying suspect on bicycle Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.09.2019
OPP outline charges laid in Orillia investigation Orillia woman among the accused Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.09.2019
Transformer fire leaves hundreds in Barrie without power Traffic signals also affected Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.09.2019
Innisfil crash sends 55-year-old man to hospital Lost control, veered into ditch Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.09.2019
Standoff between Mitch Marner and the Maple Leafs ends Leafs Nation breathes a collective sigh of relief Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.09.2019
Dryer may be to blame for house fire in Huntsville Flames spread to roof and attic areas Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.09.2019
School bus lights flashing? Be sure you stop At least three drivers did not stop this week near Midland Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.09.2019
Orillia seeking input on Leacock Museum master plan An opportunity to help shape the future direction of the Museum Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.09.2019
Woman charged in credit card thefts at Wasaga Beach Cars used to buy prepaid Visa cards Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.09.2019
OPP dedicate 61st bridge to a fallen officer Cst. Willis Jacob honoured 61 years after his death Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.09.2019
Dunlop Street facelift Continues City Extends Closure to Owen St., Expect It to Remain Closed until November 8th Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.09.2019
Detonation training resumes at Base Borden Expect several daily blasts until September 24 Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.09.2019
Out-of-towners charged after evacuation at Barrie Hotel Substance sprayed in a hallway Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.09.2019
Dorian creeps out to sea after attacking Nova Scotia Death toll in Bahamas rises to 45 Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.09.2019
Baycats win 6th consecutive IBL championship Tie record for most consecutive championships Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.09.2019
Police investigating Fail to Remain collision in Bracebridge Suspect vehicle is a Dodge pick-up truck Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.09.2019
Ontario woman among hurricane deaths in Bahamas Dorian now drenching the Carolina coast, en route to Atlantic Canada Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.09.2019
San Francisco passes resolution calling NRA “domestic terrorist organization” NRA calls it "a reckless assault on a law-abiding organization" Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.09.2019
Arrest made in Port McNicoll smash and grab Watches and camera equipment taken Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.09.2019
Boats Collide on Sturgeon River Operator charged with impaired boating Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.09.2019
WiFi coming to all GO trains and buses Opportunity to stay connected to family, friends and colleagues while travelling Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.09.2019
Rash of break and enters in Midland worsens Food trucks hit during holiday weekend Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.09.2019
Springwater Township takes steps to save lives A dozen SaveStations being placed around the community Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.09.2019
Cancer eclipses heart disease as the leading killer in wealthy countries Regular use of cholesterol and blood pressure medications a factor Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.09.2019
Pulsating Maple Leaf Coin Another World-First One of several unique oferings from Royal Canadian Mint Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.09.2019
Tragic weekend on roads in our region Four adults and a child killed Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.09.2019
Carbon Tax stickers now mandatory on Ontario gas pumps Fines waiting for gas station owners who don't display them Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.08.2019
Outdoor cooking to blame for house fire in Gravenhurst Flames climbed wall into attic Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.08.2019
Ontario to challenge federal ‘carbon tax’ at Supreme Court Court of Appeal dismissed the case in June Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.08.2019
Hands-free gas fill-ups making a comeback Petro Canada bringing back gas nozzle locking clips Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.08.2019
Artificially sweetened gum may have been factor in dog’s death Barrie woman issues call to action for warning labels Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.08.2019
Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital wants public input on new site selection Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.08.2019
Shark Tank star says he was involved in fatal boat collision last weekend on Lake Joseph Florida man, Uxbridge woman lost their lives Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.08.2019
Some beer stores will open Holiday Monday Two in Barrie, four others in our region Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.08.2019
Collingwood calls in ‘experts’ for playground input Playground re-design will serve to revitalize the park environment Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.08.2019
Tires/Rims stolen from Midland dealership Vehicles jacked up; tires and rims removed Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.08.2019
Never miss another putt… High tech ball finds its own way to the hole Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.08.2019
Tay Township man charged with Sexual Assault and more Also charged with Uttering Threats, Mischief Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.08.2019
Final day fun at the Barrie Fair Demolition Derby; Western Riding Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.08.2019
Crooks caught in the act in Penetanguishene Two break-ins a day apart Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.08.2019
Local teachers complete cross-country bike ride for RVH More than $50,000 raised Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.08.2019
School Bus First Rider Program Underway Learn the rules and responsibilities of riding and waiting for the school bus Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.08.2019
Wood and fire don’t always mix well BBQ fire last night in a Muskoka Room Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.08.2019
$10,000 Donation to Refresh Family Waiting Room at OSMH Funds will give new life to Regional Women and Children Program Area Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.08.2019
Another high-miler brought to a halt Clocked at more than double the limit near Midland Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.08.2019
And so it begins… Barrie woman in Africa to begin trek up Kilimanjaro Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.08.2019
Mental health and safety key points in new sex-ed curriculum Responds to issues faced by children Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.08.2019
‘Eyes of the Storm’ via social media Lightning show in many areas; lots of rain in others Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.08.2019
Search Ends With Recovery Of missing man’s body on lake near Huntsville Son was located; hospital treated and released Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.08.2019
Lung issues may be linked to vaping Dozenz of cases suspected in the U.S. Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.08.2019
Bike ride for RVH cancer centre begins Friday 20 cyclists will make trip from Toronto to Montreal in two days Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.08.2019
Lawn Equipment stolen from Penetanguishene cemetery Riding lawnmower, trailer, grass trimmers missing Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.08.2019
Scenes from Saturday’s Barrie Pride Parade Rainbows in the rain Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.08.2019
Six charged in drug arrest in Orillia Cocaine and suspected fentanyl seized Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.08.2019
Charging Tablet Nearly Ignites Room Contents Space Around Devices is Key to Prevent Overheating Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.08.2019
Six months in, 40% of Canadians still buying their pot illegally Men twice as likely as women to use marijuana Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.08.2019
Bicycle thefts an issue in Collingwood Many had been left unlocked Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.08.2019
Big bucks in unclaimed lottery winnings That cash could be lost if not claimed soon Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.08.2019
Bank cards stolen in distraction thefts in Barrie Seniors a target Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.08.2019
Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital ‘in good hands’ Allstate Insurance delivers donation Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.08.2019
Bradford teacher named Outstanding Role Model for Women Helping female students gain leadership skills and build confidence Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.08.2019
Alliston man wins $100K playing Poker Lotto Lucky 7th of August Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.08.2019
Blue Mountain bike death victim identified Lost control and hit a tree Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.08.2019
Paddleboarders need life jackets, too Pair without facing charges Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.08.2019
Can you hack an iPhone? A million bucks say you can’t. Apple's Bug Bounty program expanding Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.08.2019
Multi-million dollar investment fraud suspect tracked to Barrie 33 victims out $20M Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.08.2019
SIU finds no grounds to charge OPP officer in Huntsville arrest Complainant suffered three broken ribs Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.08.2019
Empowering young girls to be their best Innisfil mom leading the charge Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.08.2019
Go Fund Me account set up to help family of Ramara man killed in plane crash Investigators determine 44 year-old Jeff Mavor of Ramara Township died in the crash Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.08.2019
Barrie Police identify suspects in downtown stabbing Warrants issued for two Toronto men Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.08.2019
Barrie’s downtown Police officers get new look Shirts offer enhanced visibility Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.08.2019
Martels, Dreamboats help close out “fantastic” Kempenfest "Everyone was giving positive feedback" Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.08.2019
UPDATE: “Pocket Dials” Continue To Tie Up Resources Huronia West OPP report 79 false "911" calls during the long weekend Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.08.2019
Civic Holiday – What’s Open and Closed Lots more than usual open! Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.08.2019
Barrie Police watching U.S. trials of hybrid police vehicles Would they perform well in a Barrie winter? Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.08.2019
Wasaga Beach woman takes a chance, wins big lottery bucks Wins jackpot and instant prize Read More > Facebook Twitter 31.07.2019
Apartment Fire Claims The Life of a Bradford Woman Ground Floor Apartment fire on Centre Street Read More > Facebook Twitter 31.07.2019
Men’s clothing swiped from Hudson’s Bay store at Georgian Mall Two suspects sought Read More > Facebook Twitter 31.07.2019
Sobeys leading return to paper grocery bags Chain will start phasing out plastic bags next year Read More > Facebook Twitter 31.07.2019
How #MeToo has changed the way single men behave Marks a "massive social change in our society" Read More > Facebook Twitter 31.07.2019
Barrie Police launch program to help protect businesses Key Holder Registry will allow police to act quickly when required Read More > Facebook Twitter 31.07.2019
South Simcoe Police solve theft before it was reported Boat motor returned to owner Read More > Facebook Twitter 31.07.2019
What’s the buzz in Essa Township? Swarms of bees have invade park in Angus Read More > Facebook Twitter 31.07.2019
Millions of Canadians caught in Capital One security breach Some social insurance numbers accessed Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.07.2019
Quebec man steals show at Elvis Festival in Collingwood More than 60 tribute artists took part Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.07.2019
Barrie Police get life-saving help Firehouse Subs kicks in cash to help kickstart hearts Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.07.2019
RVH welcomes nine new family medicine physicians to residency program May help alleviate doctor shortage Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.07.2019
Car insurance renewal high? This may be why. Barrie, Orillia, Bradford singled out in bad driver survey Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.07.2019
Manhunt for BC fugitives remains focussed in northern Manitoba Teens charged with one murder, suspected in two others Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.07.2019
Teens suspected in murders of couple travelling in British Columbia May be in Manitoba Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.07.2019
Swimming victim in Muskoka identified Suffered distress before slipping under the water Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.07.2019
Bear spotted by cyclist; Springwater Township offers advice Know what to do Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.07.2019
Emergency Room visits due to alcohol increasing in Ontario More and more women checking in for help Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.07.2019
Barrie Police Investigating Armed Robbery Also an incident near Park Place Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.07.2019
Garage fire in Barrie may have been smoking-related Smoke drifted into nearby homes Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.07.2019
What To Do If…There’s A Heat Warning Who's at risk; what happens to your body Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.07.2019
Georgian College seeks local families to host international students 1200 students need a place to stay Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.07.2019
Video shows beachgoers rescuing dozens of beached whales "They are going to die if they don't get help." Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.07.2019
Minimum wages not enough to rent an apartment in most of Canada – Study Worker in Barrie would need to earn $21.94 an hour Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.07.2019
Barrie man calls out Eric Trump for use of son’s picture in Twitter rant "He could find a stock picture" Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.07.2019
‘Hellacious’ Wednesday for Bracebridge Firefighters Fire Deemed Suspicious By OPP Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.07.2019
Head of International Red Cross says we should brace for more killer heat waves June was warmest ever - globally Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.07.2019
You’ll look sweet upon the seat… Seniors in Collingwood and Penetanguishene have a new way of getting around Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.07.2019
Needle found in candy bar One of several bars purchased in Angus Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.07.2019
50 years later, Apollo 11 remains a defining moment A "giant leap for mankind" Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.07.2019
Maintaining a healthy diet during the summer May not be as hard as you think Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.07.2019
Huronia West OPP kept hopping at the weekend More than 260 calls for service Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.07.2019
Wasaga Beach firefighters sound alarm on discarded cigarette butts One minor injury Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.07.2019
New airline passenger protections take flight today Better communication, compensation Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.07.2019
Erin woman dies while swimming in Sparrow Lake Had been swimming with friends off a boat Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.07.2019
Lost in Algonquin Park: Missing girls did everything they should have Canine Unit Located Teens in Good Health Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.07.2019
What To Do If… There’s Extreme Heat Prepare, Pay Attention, Stay Hydrated Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.07.2019
Caution issued about increased carfentanil deaths across Ontario In 2017, there were 81 opioid-related deaths in Simcoe-Muskoka Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.07.2019
Remembering Cody: 5th Annual Golf Tournament Helping kids and youth deal with mental health issues and anxiety Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.06.2019
Happy 3rd Birthday Moose And Beacon! "A welcomed and valued addition to our team and communities" Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.06.2019
Community Rallies In Support of Oro-Medonte Kid’s Run More than $11k raised on a rainy day Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.06.2019
Oro-Medonte Update with Mayor Harry Hughes Air BnBs, ATVs, open-air burning and more... Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.06.2019
Local Group To ‘Leap’ Into Action During Federal Election Campaign Promoting a more caring and fair economy Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.06.2019
“I Got Caught Wearing My LifeJacket” Reward program returns for 14th year Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.06.2019
12 Year Old Sought In Sexual Assault In Bradford Victim attacked near water tower on Noble Drive Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.06.2019
York Regional Police Release Sketch Of Suspect In Sexual Assault In Aurora Teen attacked Monday Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.06.2019
Catholic School Board Sets 2019/2020 Budget Trustees pass operating budget of $274,698,545 Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.06.2019
Missing: 14 Year Old Orillia Boy Have you seen Damien Simonds? Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.06.2019
1984 Camaro Stolen In Alcona Happened overnight Sunday to Monday Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.06.2019
BC Man Survives Bear Attack Tossed three metres through the air Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.06.2019
Woman Left Sleeping On Air Canada Jet Awoke alone in the dark Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.06.2019
Lose Your Wallet? Hope There Was Cash In It Chances are good you'll get it back Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.06.2019
OPP, Toronto Police, Homeland Security Bust Clearing House For Child Pornography Five arrested in Toronto-area Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.06.2019
It’s Summer! Don’t Get Too Excited. "What you've seen is what you get" Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.06.2019
Barrie Joins Ontario Winter Games Team In Orillia Games will feature 3,500 participants Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.06.2019
Barrie business leader and philanthropist Tom McBride invested as 17th Fellow of Georgian College Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.06.2019
McDonald’s Canada Unveiling Two ‘Green Concept’ Restaurants Looks to source 100% of packaging from renewable and/or recycled materials Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.06.2019
RVH Welcomes New Chair, Board Members Charlotte Wallis named new board chairperson Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.06.2019
Long Road Ahead For Novice Driver In Innisfil Multiple driving laws broken this week Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.06.2019
Georgian College Honours General Richard Rohmer Presented with Honorary Bachelor of Applied Studies Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.06.2019
Province Eliminating ‘Duplication’ Of Service At Health Agencies, LHINS Precursor to merging of some health services Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.06.2019
Simcoe County Public Schools ‘Eco-Friendly’ 51 have achieved Ontario EcoSchools certification Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.06.2019
Cost Of A Driver’s Licence May Be Rising Been a year since Queen's Park cancelled a planned increase Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.06.2019
Record Number Of People Displaced From Their Homes Last Year – United Nations War, persecution and other violence to blame Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.06.2019
Job Fair Today In Barrie 18 local manufacturers collecting resumes Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.06.2019
Whose Bed Have Your Boots Been Under, Barrie? Cheating a popular pastime Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.06.2019
How Close Is Too Close For Your Inlaws? Survey says 15-45 minutes works well Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.06.2019
New OPP/MedicAlert Partnership Could Help Find Some Missing Persons Faster Polcic would have access to huge database Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.06.2019
First Time Home Buyer? Maybe This Will Help Feds outline CMHC program promised in the budget Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.06.2019
Former Barrie Car Dealer Sentenced For Damage Done At Orillia Dealership Angry over lost sale Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.06.2019
May Be Some Ominous Sounds From CFB Borden Until August Controlled detonations planned Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.06.2019
Clothing Collection Weeks Begin Today In Simcoe County Old clothes and textiles can be left at the curb in clear plastic bags Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.06.2019
Missing Orillia Girl Located Had been reported missing since Saturday night Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.06.2019
South Simcoe Police Seeking More Tips In Pancake House Fire in Stroud Looking for information, video, dashcam video Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.06.2019
Bell, Telus Follow Lead Of Rogers Offering Unlimited Wireless Plans – Sort Of New plans come with a couple of 'catches' Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.06.2019
Early Morning Armed Robbery In Barrie Demanded cash and cigarettes Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.06.2019
Rogers Offers Unlimited Data Plan – Sort Of Speed may be an issue Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.06.2019
Former York Simcoe MPP Julia Munro Has Died Served the riding for 22 years Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.06.2019
Commercial Vehicle Collisions Equal Too Many Deaths OPP keeping watch Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.06.2019
‘Paramedic Push’ Raises Funds To Help The Homeless Politicians and celebrities to ride specially designed stretcher Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.06.2019
Ontario Politics Gets Personal For Actor Kiefer Sutherland Calls out the Ford government for use of his grandfather's name Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.06.2019
Feds Pass Bill To Ban Whales, Dolphins And Porpoises In Captivity Those already in marine parks can remain Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.06.2019
The Six In 6? Raptors fall two points short of a victory in Game Five Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.06.2019
Barrie Students Bring Gold Home From National Skills Competition Competition promotes skilled trade and technology careers Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.06.2019
Red Meat. White Meat. Cholesterol May Not Discriminate Study finds both can elevate levels of bad cholesterol Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.06.2019
Feds Moving Toward Ban On Single-Use Plastics Aiming for 2021 Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.06.2019
Long Night For Firefighters In West Barrie Several under under construction buildings and two neighbouring homes affected Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.06.2019
One person’s junk is another person’s treasure Saturday is 'New To Me' Day in Barrie Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.06.2019
Barrie teen off to world karate championships Will compete in the creative weapons division Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.06.2019
Georgian College mechanical engineering student brings Gold home from Skills Competition Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.06.2019
Jupiter Rising: Bigger and brighter than usual this month 'A brilliant jewel' Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.06.2019
Looking for love this weekend? Don’t forget your party hat. WHO says sexually transmitted infections are everywhere Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.06.2019
House prices, sales rising in Barrie and area – albeit slowly Some mortgage money cheaper Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.06.2019
Bradford crosswalk to get full traffic signal Numerous complaints about speeding drivers Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.06.2019
Provincial government proposes wage cap for public service workers 'Will help to lower the deficit and protect thousands of jobs' Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.06.2019
OPP say missing Wasaga Beach teen has been found Have you seen Joao Faria? Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.06.2019
Another ‘Doc’ in the house? Blue Jays draft Roy Halliday’s son Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.06.2019
Axe used in attempted robbery at Wasaga Beach Suspect arrested after fleeing without any cash Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.06.2019
Toronto doctor questions the wisdom of beer in corner stores Says alcohol is a more deadly drug than fentanyl Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.06.2019
Classes resume Thursday morning at Georgian College Barrie after million dollar fire Cause traced back to a laser cutter Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.06.2019
Tornado skips along Ottawa River from Gatineau to Orleans Trees toppled, roofs damaged, no serious injuries Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.06.2019
Remembering the Barrie tornado Fourteen tornadoes swept through Ontario that day Read More > Facebook Twitter 31.05.2019
One less name on Tory ticket in north Barrie Logan Ross suspends her campaign Read More > Facebook Twitter 31.05.2019
Celebrating Excellence in Education in Collingwood Students and staff celebrated today with recipient of Prime Minister’s Award for Teaching Excellence Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.05.2019
OPP report missing Orillia woman has been found… Kenya Beard found safe Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.05.2019
Twelve days of multiple tornadoes in the U.S. Last such stretch in 1980 Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.05.2019
New ‘Toonie’ for your collection Especially if you have a military background Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.05.2019
UPDATE: Charges Laid Following February Wasaga Beach Shooting Suspect Vehicle Images Released Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.05.2019
Auto shop destroyed by fire near Kilworthy Not considered suspicious Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.05.2019
Weapons stolen in Tay Township break-in Officers come up empty-handed after neighbourhood canvass Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.05.2019
Ontario set to join class action suit over opioid crisis Opioid manufacturers and pharmacies targetted Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.05.2019
Beeton man hurt in motorcycle crash on Highway 400 Airlifted to hospital in Toronto Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.05.2019
High-risk takedown near Stayner Three youths arrested; replica handguns seized Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.05.2019
Man killed, woman injured in Ramara collision OPP asking wintesses to come forward Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.05.2019
Locks Will Open After High Water Delayed Boating on Trent-Severn Waterway No long weekend boating Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.05.2019
Barrie Police Staff Sergeant ‘cops’ leadership award St Sgt Val gates considered a 'driving force' in child/youth/police relations Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.05.2019
School bands toot their own horns after Musicfest Canada 11 school bands and ensembles steal the show at music competition Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.05.2019
Break, Enter and Assault in Penetanguishene Two men being sought Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.05.2019
New Coke making a comeback Limited release coincides with Season 3 of Stranger Things Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.05.2019
Sudden death investigation in Huntsville Police called to home on Main Street West Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.05.2019
Feeling the ‘burn’ from homemade sunscreen Recipes on social media may not offer sufficient protection Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.05.2019
Ornge Air Ambulance called to Innisfil Police Appealing for Dash Cam Footage Of Crash Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.05.2019
Chief’s Gala raised $50K for the Child Advocacy Centre Simcoe/Muskoka "We want to help minimize any additional trauma" Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.05.2019
OPP urging care, common sense and courtesy this holiday weekend Careful as you go Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.05.2019
UPDATE: No Smoke, No Fire… Not Yet Controlled Burn planned for May 16/17 Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.05.2019
Victoria Day – What’s Open and Closed Retail, Public Transit, Garbage Collection, Fireworks Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.05.2019
And here we thought it was Road Safety Week Safety clearly not on the minds of some drivers Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.05.2019
Ribbon-cutting today for Empower Simcoe (formerly Simcoe Community Services) Rebranding "a necessity" Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.05.2019
Temp jobs outpacing permanent jobs – Stats Canada Women more likely than men to hold temporary position Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.05.2019
New smoking, toking, vaping rules take effect today in Orillia Not allowed on city-owned properties Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.05.2019
Sudbury boy found safe in Toronto after Amber Alert issued Had not been returned to his legal guardian on Monday as planned Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.05.2019
Three-year-old boy, subject of Amber Alert, found safe in Toronto Last seen getting on a bus in Sudbury Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.05.2019
Simcoe County Update with Warden George Cornell Regional review, affordable housing, Bradford West Gwillimbury, paramedic services, age friendly initiatvies, museum month Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.05.2019
TV ads denounce carbon tax; poll denounces tax dollars used to produce them Majority say provinces should not opt out of federal plan Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.05.2019
Emergency Preparedness Week – Day Five Food, cash, tools, medication... Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.05.2019
Simcoe County Students shine at Skills Competition Nine medals won Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.05.2019
UPDATE: Mary Puppins has been found Owner said puppy had been stolen along with a quantity of jewellery Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.05.2019
Focus turns to recovery, repair in Muskoka Bracebridge Establishes Online Fundraiser Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.05.2019
OPP looking to collar shirt thief in Coldwater Demanded shirt off the victim's back Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.05.2019
American drug company founder convicted in opioid case Accused of bribing doctors to sell more fentanyl Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.05.2019
Floodwaters receding or levelling in some places Details on Disaster Recovery Assistance and the Flood Recovery Loan Program Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.05.2019
Cigarette packs get the ugly treatment this fall No more logos, colours or graphics Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.05.2019
Do you wanna go faster… Queen's Park considering boost to speed limits on 400 Series highways Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.05.2019
State of Emergency lifted in Huntsville as flooding starts to ease Be wary of door-to-door scam for flood relief funds Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.05.2019
Alarmed For Life campaign begins today Firefighters going door-to-door offering advice, answering questions Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.05.2019
YMCA ‘Move To Give’ exceeds expectations Hundreds raise funds for Y programs Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.05.2019
Electric car on your wish list? Some get cheaper today. Federal rebates kick in May 1 Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.05.2019
Federal government restricts navigation in flood-ravaged Muskoka Losses due to flooding continue to mount Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.05.2019
Two huge developments could change the face/culture of downtown Barrie Public meeting Tuesday night on proposed development of former Central Collegiate property Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.04.2019
Second Canadian sentenced to death in China Convicted in global drug operartion Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.04.2019
Please…leave the boat at the dock as flooding persists Waves from passing boats not helping Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.04.2019
The Muskoka Floods: seen through the eyes of social media Pictures worth a thousand words Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.04.2019
Judge orders trial of second man in overdose death of Innisfil man Charges include Manslaughter Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.04.2019
Scammers purporting to be from South Simcoe Police Don't Be Duped Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.04.2019
Muskoka Floods: It’s beginning to look a lot like 2013 Flooding in spring of 2013 was worst in 100 years Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.04.2019
Selfie seekers trampling tulips in The Netherlands Growers hoping to stem their losses Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.04.2019
Have you cut the cable cord yet? You may, by the end of the year… Research group thinks streaming TV shows will eclipse cable/satellite subscriptions in 2020 Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.04.2019
Another big payout for Innisfil Q4 payment to town more nearly $1M Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.04.2019
Woman emerges from coma after 27 years Injured in car crash in 1991 Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.04.2019
Pedestrian killed on GO tracks south of Barrie Train travel disrupted late in afternoon rush Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.04.2019
American pharmaceutical wholesaler facing opioid-related charges First charges of their kind Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.04.2019
Chalk-marking tires for parking control may be illegal U.S. Appeals Court rules it's unconstitutional Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.04.2019
Suspect turns self in following fatal Fail to Remain near Schomberg Cyclist killed late Sunday night Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.04.2019
No joke. Comedian wins Ukraine presidential runoff It was a landslide Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.04.2019
Good Friday, Easter Sunday, Easter Monday – What’s Open And Closed Triple threat this weekend with closures Friday, Sunday and Monday Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.04.2019
Funding for two library services cut as Queen’s Park continues to cut costs Interlibrary loan delivery to cease Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.04.2019
Bradford-West Gwillimbury latest to update smoking bylaw Upholds provincial restrictions, updates municipal restrictions Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.04.2019
Layoffs announced at Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board Board hopeful it can recall some displaced workers Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.04.2019
