Quebec researchers tout common tablet in fight against COVID-19 Colchicine is the first "effective oral drug to treat out-of-hospital patients" Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.01.2021
Simcoe Muskoka’s top doctor “very concerned” about community spread of UK Covid variant Variant identified at Barrie long-term care facility Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.01.2021
UK Covid-19 variant identified at Barrie long-term care home The outbreak has infected nearly all residents, dozens of staff, and has resulted in 29 deaths Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.01.2021
OPP messaging no ice is safe ice to snowmobilers this weekend Three sledders died on the same day in north Simcoe last weekend Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.01.2021
Neither driver stops after two vehicles strike a woman in Bradford The victim is in a Toronto trauma centre Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.01.2021
Barrie Police release surveillance images of hit and run suspect A woman was airlifted to a Toronto trauma centre Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.01.2021
Vaccine in short supply as immunization of retirement home residents begins in Simcoe Muskoka "This is a race against time," says local chief medical officer of health Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.01.2021
Biden faces immense challenges as he begins to lead America Barrie 360 political correspondent says Biden has to try to have unity with people who don't even consider him president Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.01.2021
Orillia OPP officer charged with assault following SIU probe SIU says a woman suffered a serious injury while in a cell Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.01.2021
OPP urge people to stay off the ice following the deaths of three snowmobilers Police say the persons literally drove into open water Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.01.2021
Georgian Bay General Hospital receives single largest gift in North Simcoe from seasonal resident $5 million gift will be used to fund a number of projects Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.01.2021
Drugs, handgun seized by police in Penetanguishene Suspect failed to outrun police Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.01.2021
Robbery at Rogers store in Alliston on Monday night An unknown number of mobile devices were taken Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.01.2021
Three snowmobilers dead in two separate incidents in the Midland-area Tragic start to Snowmobile Safety Week Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.01.2021
One, possibly two people missing in the water off Victoria Harbour Police say area residents heard cries for help Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.01.2021
Snowmobiler pulled from Midland Bay A resident alerted emergency services Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.01.2021
NDP leader urges Premier to call in military to help with COVID outbreak at Barrie long-term care home A ninth resident has died Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.01.2021
Stats Canada: More and more Canadians are leaving the urban jungle Lack of affordable housing seen as one of the reasons Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.01.2021
Sunday is Betty White’s 99th birthday. The television icon plans to celebrate by eating a hog dog and fries Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.01.2021
A man has died of injuries from a house fire earlier this month in Barrie Firefighters pulled the man from a basement apartment Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.01.2021
OPP charge three of their own, suspend four others in towing investigation Police investigated allegations of corruption in the towing industry Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.01.2021
Ontario tinkers with COVID-19 vaccination plan due to Pfizer delays Those who got the Moderna vaccine are not impacted Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.01.2021
Three-car detached garage gutted by fire in Alcona The fire is not considered suspicious Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.01.2021
Big box store inspection blitz to ensure compliance with COVID-19 lockdown rules Inspectors to target stores in the GTA and Hamilton Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.01.2021
Service changes on GO Transit amid pandemic lockdown Buses will replace trains on Barrie line weekends, weekday evenings Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.01.2021
One person taken to hospital following mobile home fire in Springwater Friday afternoon The fire is not considered suspicious Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.01.2021
Barrie Public Library budget includes a proposed third branch in Holly Annual operating costs for a third branch are nearly $724,000 Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.01.2021
No new hires as Barrie police seek $57.3 million in municipal funding this year Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.01.2021
Barrie city council gives nod to towering project Height of the four-tower development was too much for a number of residents Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.01.2021
South Simcoe Police taser suspect following robbery at Alcona pharmacy on Sunday Police say the suspect was armed with a knife Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.01.2021
Boil water advisory in Bracebridge could last several days Line break causes problem with water distribution system Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.01.2021
Ski hills likely to remain off-limits in Ontario Premier says ski hills are the last thing on his mind right now Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.01.2021
COVID curfew begins in Quebec Overnight curfew is to last four weeks Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.01.2021
Beausoleil First Nation to remain in lockdown Christian Island reported its first positive COVID-19 case last week Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.01.2021
RVH declares COVID outbreak in stroke and rehab unit Barrie hospital says seven patients and two staff members have tested positive Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.01.2021
Free child care for front-line workers expanded by Ontario Move comes as remote learning to continue for elementary students Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.01.2021
One person taken to hospital following house fire in Angus No cause for the fire Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.01.2021
Clearview Township halts outdoor ice rinks during lockdown Township says there has been overcrowding of outdoor rinks in many surrounding communities Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.01.2021
Premier says COVID-19 vaccine rollout is a logistical nightmare Decision about a curfew coming over the next few days Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.01.2021
One person with serious injuries following Barrie house fire on Wednesday morning A man was trapped in the basement Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.01.2021
No government cash for Canadians who holiday abroad Trudeau government closing CRSB loophole Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.01.2021
BIA welcomed the ‘shop local’ support received over the holiday season Barrie's corporate side purchased nearly $15,000 in gift certificates Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.01.2021
OPP laid 346 impaired driving charges over the holiday season More than 140 people ticketed for street racing or stunt driving Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.01.2021
Failure to abide by COVID-19 restrictions forces temporary closure of outdoor rink at Midhurst Pavilion The public is being asked to stay off the ice Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.01.2021
OPP officer in Orillia mentored fallen Calgary police officer Sgt. Andrew Harnett was killed while trying to make a traffic stop Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.01.2021
Ski industry may seek bailout from provincial government Lockdown could cost industry $90 million Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.01.2021
Christmas break winds down as Ontario students switch to virtual learning on Monday Staggered return times for elementary and high school students in southern Ontario Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.01.2021
Feds feel the heat over financial aid to vacationers Employment minister suggests changes are coming Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.01.2021
Muskoka man mourns passing of police officer brother killed in Calgary Sgt. Andrew Harnett died during a traffic stop New Year's Eve Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.01.2021
New Year’s speed demon nabbed in Barrie Driver was nabbed on Mapleview Drive East Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.01.2021
Orillia man who had been reported missing has been located Kevin Wilson was thought to have been in Toronto Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.01.2021
Struck again! Transport truck hits wall of Alcona drug store while making a delivery Second time this month a truck has hit the wall of the pharmacy Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.12.2020
Bradford man launches petition to get province to re-open ski hills Petition had over 75,000 signatures as of Tuesday night Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.12.2020
Moderna COVID-19 vaccine to be administered at Ontario long-term care homes this week First shipment of Moderna doses expected Wednesday Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.12.2020
Ontario Finance Minister apologizes for vacation outside of Canada Premier Ford says the trip was unacceptable Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.12.2020
Thieves make off with gaming consoles, South Korean cash from a Barrie home Break and enter happened in south-west part of city Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.12.2020
Goal is to vaccinate 1.1 million Ontarians by the end of March 2021: Retired General Rick Hillier "We will not be taking any more days off" Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.12.2020
York Region cops charge Barrie man with weapons and drug offences Police allege they found a handgun in the suspect's vehicle Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.12.2020
Fire guts Midland home on Monday night Cause of the fire is under investigation Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.12.2020
Remember the “1 – 10 – 1 rule” before venturing onto the ice, say OPP If a person goes through the ice, police say it's self-rescue before emergency services can get to you Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.12.2020
Flame on! Kentucky man burns through snow on driveway People are fired up over his method to melt snow Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.12.2020
Snowmobiling is not off-limits during lockdown as OFSC encourages local riding Trails and grooming operations allowed during provincial shutdown Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.12.2020
A case of the new COVID-19 variant reported in Ottawa There is a new development in Ontario's first two cases Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.12.2020
Half a million dollar fire at multi-use building in downtown Barrie early Saturday Working smoke alarms alerted occupants Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.12.2020
Gun call brings out the cops in Bracebridge on Christmas Day Firearm turned out to be a fake Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.12.2020
Ontario lockdown in effect Lockdown to last at least until Jan. 23 in southern Ontario including Simcoe Muskoka Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.12.2020
Canada surpasses 500,000 cases of COVID-19 Another 200,000 doses of Pfizer vaccine expected in Canada next week Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.12.2020
11-year-old boy dies in hospital after falling through ice on a pond in Milton OPP send out their own alert about the dangers of thin ice Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.12.2020
Criminal charges withdrawn against Barrie city councillor Mike McCann Police charged McCann with impaired driving in September Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.12.2020
Feds admit they messed up the messaging about CERB qualifications Thousands of Canadians may have to pay back benefits they were not eligible for Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.12.2020
Stricter COVID-19 restrictions for five Ontario regions Further COVID-19 measures for the province to be announced on Monday Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.12.2020
Ontario hospitals told to activate surge plans as number of COVID-19 patients spikes RVH CEO says hospital has been preparing for this announcement for some time Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.12.2020
Towering decision: Three of four 4 towers near Barrie’s waterfront could lose some height if city council approves Council planning committee approves 41, 38 and 35 storeys Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.12.2020
Local health unit challenged in its ability to alert close contacts of those who test positive for COVID Health unit says it is managing three fronts Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.12.2020
168,000 doses of Moderna COVID-19 vaccine expected in Canada by end of December Doses of this vaccine will be directed to remote and Indigenous communities Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.12.2020
Simcoe-Muskoka Schools impacted by COVID-19 A case reported within a school does not mean the virus was contracted within Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.12.2020
Limited access to Barrie’s ice surfaces due to COVID-19 Circle at the Centre to open Dec. 19 Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.12.2020
14 patient and 20 staff cases as COVID-19 outbreak continues at Georgian Bay General Hospital Outbreak was declared Dec. 4 Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.12.2020
2021 Barrie budget overview gives council a 3.59 percent starting point; final tax increase likely to be lower Overview proposes to maintain city services at current level Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.12.2020
Jury trials suspended by the Ontario Superior Court until February Jury trials currently in progress can proceed at the discretion of the judge Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.12.2020
Last call to offer your feedback on Barrie’s budget Residents can use a budget allocator tool to test spending options Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.12.2020
Novice driver nabbed for stunt driving in Bradford Officer smelled pot while chatting with the motorist Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.12.2020
First doses of COVID-19 vaccine administered in Ontario Personal support worker from Toronto is the first in Canada to receive the vaccine Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.12.2020
Fate of Fisher theatre to be decided at Barrie city council on Monday Current budget not enough for state-of-the art theatre/conference centre Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.12.2020
Developer offers to trim the size of two proposed towers near Barrie’s waterfront Largest tower at 46-storeys would be trimmed to 39 Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.12.2020
Barrie Minor Hockey Association, Barrie Women’s Hockey Association suspends programming Hockey leagues hit the pause button due to COVID-19 Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.12.2020
Recreation facilities in Barrie changing things up to meet red zone requirements Pool, ice and fitness centre open at Holly, East Bayfield and Allandale Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.12.2020
New restrictions at hospitals as Simcoe Muskoka moves to red zone on Monday Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.12.2020
COVID-19 outbreak grows at Georgian Bay General Hospital, some surgeries postponed Two patients and 13 staff and credentialed staff infected Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.12.2020
Photo radar could get the green light in Barrie Cameras would be installed in community and school safety zones Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.12.2020
Height of four highrises prompts Barrie city council to hit the brakes Staff will talk to developer about opportunity to scale back the project Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.12.2020
Police say driver who struck pedestrian had not defrosted windows Woman was walking her dog when she was hit Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.12.2020
Nearly 250,000 first doses of Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine in Canada before end of December Health Canada approval of vaccine could happen this week Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.12.2020
31 years after the Montreal massacre, Barrie women’s shelter says “we have moved in the wrong direction” 14 women were killed when a man opened fire at Ecole Polytechnique Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.12.2020
Santa Claus is coming to Innisfil on Sunday evening Innisfil Community Events Corporation is hosting a drive-thru Santa parade Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.12.2020
Changing of the guard as fire chief for Innisfil and Bradford West Gwillimbury takes on a new role Fire Chief Tom Raeburn is heading to the Richmond Hill fire service Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.12.2020
Electrical fire sparks blaze at Clearview home Highway 26 was closed at Sunnidale Corners Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.12.2020
COVID-19 outbreak declared at Georgian Bay General Hospital All visitation to the hospital has been restricted with the exception of special circumstances Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.12.2020
Dunlop Streetscape project is complete $15.9 million project included wider sidewalks, new street lighting, plants and trees, replacement of aging infrastructure Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.12.2020
Kid got a runny nose? Keep them home says Toronto and Peel health Parents in those municipalities are told to keep their kid at home even if they have just one COVID-19 symptom Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.12.2020
Young teen charged with robbery at an Alcona convenience store The suspect was tackled by other individuals in the store Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.12.2020
Guns, drugs and cash seized during drug busts in Tay Township and Innisfil Three people face a total of 17 charges Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.12.2020
Toronto’s former police chief among those named to COVID-19 vaccine task force The task force will decide who will receive the vaccine first Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.12.2020
NVCA raises fees to conservation areas to help upkeep maintenance Growth in visitors to NVCA conservation areas has grown, especially in 2020 Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.12.2020
Community laces up virtually in support of third annual Bridget’s Run Local couple founded both Bridget’s Bunnies and Bridget’s Run in honour of their daughter Bridget who was born still. Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.12.2020
Dozens of major retailers urge Ford government to lift COVID-19 restrictions The retailers argue restrictions placed on non-essential stores to curb the spread of the virus is making things worse Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.12.2020
Orillia man charged in assault of a robbery suspect Police say the robbery suspect was found with serious injuries in an Orillia parking lot Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.12.2020
Barrie’s by-law department seeking more staff to keep pace with demand No increase in permanent staff since 2003 despite calls for service up by 25,000 in that time frame Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.12.2020
Cops looking for federal offender known to frequent Barrie-area Police say Jordan Welch is also known to frequent Midland, Orillia and Parry Sound Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.12.2020
Largest development in Barrie’s history inches closer to approval SmartCentres has proposed four buildings ranging in height from 25 to 46 storeys near the waterfront Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.12.2020
Possible metal presence in ice cream prompts recall by Kawartha Dairy Canadian Food Inspection Agency urges people to throw out product if purchased Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.11.2020
Orillia OPP trying to identify suspects in an arson at a Ramara residence Initially, the blaze was not considered suspicious Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.11.2020
First-time food bank usage soars during first four months of COVID-19 About half of food bank visitors said they feared being evicted or missing mortgage payments Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.11.2020
COVID-19 outbreak at Vaughan window factory, five people from Simcoe Muskoka infected York Region Public Health says there are 62 confirmed infections Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.11.2020
The man behind the Darth Vader mask has died. Dave Prowse was a British weightlifter-turned actor Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.11.2020
December arrives on a snowy note The storm system will hit areas of west of Barrie the hardest Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.11.2020
11 COVID-19 cases linked to Vaughan sports facility York Region Public Health says one of the individuals who tested positive is from Simcoe Muskoka Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.11.2020
Ontario’s Big City Mayors call on feds and provinces to implement a paid sick leave program Mayors, including Barrie's Jeff Lehman, say the priority should be low-income workers providing essential services during the pandemic Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.11.2020
Seven guns stolen in Orillia break and enter on Thursday The firearms were in a gun safe Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.11.2020
Ontario parents should receive second COVID-19 payout before Christmas The government will spend $380 million on the second payout Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.11.2020
Private funeral for OPP Constable Marc Hovingh is on Saturday The Special Investigations Unit says Hovingh and another man died after an exchange of gunfire Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.11.2020
Barrie youth hockey team iced by COVID Five or six players are infected according to the chairman of Barrie 'AAA' hockey Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.11.2020
Larger garbage carts, more green bin capacity as Simcoe County adopts model for new waste collection Cart-based collection system to begin November 2021 Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.11.2020
Innisfil residents can “Scrooge The Ticket” to support the local food bank The campaign is in its sixth year Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.11.2020
Casino Rama backs off on a reopening in light of COVID spike and lockdowns The casino has been closed since March Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.11.2020
Retired General Rick Hillier to lead Ontario’s COVID-19 distribution task force Ontario's healthcare workers and most vulnerable could be the first to receive jabs Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.11.2020
Procession for slain OPP officer Marc Hovingh passes through Barrie en route to Maintoulin Island Constable Hovingh was killed in an exchange of gunfire Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.11.2020
Deadly crash in Innisfil Sunday afternoon Police say a car slid into the oncoming lane and was struck by a pickup truck Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.11.2020
Barrie Police launches mask and mitten tree The Mitten Tree was started 20 years ago by former Barrie Police Constable Janet Schefter Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.11.2020
Arrest made in Orillia murder investigation The victim was found with traumatic injuries lying on Coldwater Street Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.11.2020
Drugs seized during Gravenhurst traffic stop Three people charged including a 16-year-old Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.11.2020
Vandals damage Festival of Trees displays Barrie Police say anyone with information should contact them or Crime Stoppers Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.11.2020
Record-breaking day for new daily COVID-19 cases in Ontario A health unit in eastern Ontario is asking residents to avoid non-essential travel to hot zones Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.11.2020
Trade deal struck between Canada and Britain The interim deal beats a Dec. 31 Brexit deadline that would have imposed new tariffs on Canadian exports Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.11.2020
Collingwood encourages residents to ‘GO Get Out’ Campaign encourages residents to share their Collingwood experiences on Instagram Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.11.2020
Orillia OPP seize drugs, arrest four people and lay 32 charges Three separate busts in just under an hour Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.11.2020
Simcoe County rethinks paramedic toy drive due pandemic Residents are being encouraged to donate virtually Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.11.2020
Camping at Milligan’s Pond in Barrie did not end with June eviction By-law officers usually don't react to illegal camping in municipal parks unless a specific complaint is received Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.11.2020
Bradford man charged with attempted murder after father stabbed Durham Regional Police say the victim suffered serious injuries Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.11.2020
Pedestrian struck and killed in Tiny Township on Monday Elderly man was struck on Baseline Road Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.11.2020
Multiple arrests and a slew of charges following weekend robberies in Orillia One victim was restrained in his home by force and threatened Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.11.2020
Barrie’s tourism master plan recommends growing sports tourism, focus beyond waterfront Report recommends city identify tourism as a priority economic sector Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.11.2020
Recreation and transit take a significant financial hit due to COVID-19 according to Barrie budget update Recreation and culture recovery from pandemic expected to be a long haul Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.11.2020
OPP assisting York Regional Police searching Honey Harbour for missing Markham man Samim Ayam was last seen at the Markville Mall on Nov. 4 Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.11.2020
Premier dances around making public the advice government receives regarding its COVID decisions Doug Ford says it has been "unprecedented transparency" from his government Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.11.2020
Sunday soaker with powerful wind gusts as fall storm moves in Once the system moves off, the lake effect snow machine might fire up Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.11.2020
OPP say a man tried to pull a woman into a vehicle in Orillia on Saturday evening Police say the male is African American, and he was wearing a Jamaican style beanie Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.11.2020
Youth Haven launches Boxes of Hope Campaign Money raised will be used to purchase Christmas presents for youth who are experiencing homelessness Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.11.2020
Ontario sets another one-day record for new COVID-19 cases with 1,581; 20 more deaths Deaths, hospitalizations and recoveries also climb Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.11.2020
Wrapped in Courage: November is Woman Abuse Prevention Month Every six days in Canada, a woman is killed by her partner or someone known to her Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.11.2020
Possible hostage situation at Ubisoft Montreal headquarters Local media reporting hostages taken at gaming giant's offices, police have yet to confirm Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.11.2020
Nottawasaga OPP is trying to identify man in store with possible gun strapped to his chest Police say the man purchased food from the Hockley General Store Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.11.2020
Suspects in shooting of 12-year-old-boy in Toronto may be connected to a shooting in Bradford: Toronto’s interim police chief Police say the child, who was critically injured, was an innocent bystander Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.11.2020
Residents encouraged to commemorate Remembrance Day at home The pandemic has put a pause on public memorial services to pay tribute to veterans and fallen soldiers Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.11.2020
Barrie woman’s mission to honour Canadians who served for our country Remembrance Day program for students, honouring soldiers involved in Dieppe Raid Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.11.2020
Orillia OPP don’t suspect foul play in death of man whose body was found in Lake Simcoe Victim was from Orillia Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.11.2020
Two-thirds of Canadians would support a COVID curfew to curb spread of the disease Young people were less sold on the idea of a curfew Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.11.2020
Motorcyclist killed in crash near Tottenham on Monday An SUV and a group of motorcycles collided Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.11.2020
September weather in November Record-breaking warmth in southern and northern Ontario Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.11.2020
Suspect charged after three poppy donation boxes were stolen in Waubaushene Donation boxes were swiped from retail stores Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.11.2020
Christmas Cheer will be a financial campaign this year because of COVID-19 The fundraising goal is $250,000 Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.11.2020
Simcoe Muskoka is in the COVID-19 yellow zone: What it means Premier Ford has said the new system will give a clear understanding of where you are as a region Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.11.2020
Barrie Public Library is looking to branch out Leasing space in a plaza in the southwest part of the city is under serious consideration Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.11.2020
Body found in Lake Simcoe in Orillia on Saturday has been identified OPP are not releasing his name until next of kin have been notified Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.11.2020
Province reveals new tiered COVID-19 shutdown system Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit has been placed in the protect category Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.11.2020
Barrie Police investigating mischief to COVID-19 testing centre The building used to be the Barrie Police headquarters Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.11.2020
Georgian receives federal funding for pandemic research project The project is to develop a state-of-the art mobile COVID-19 screening station Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.11.2020
COVID-19 infections continue to rise as Peel moves into the red zone Modified Stage 2 restrictions will be lifted Saturday in York and Ottawa Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.11.2020
OPP investigating an explosion sound overnight Friday in Victoria Harbour Building was found to have damage to its roof Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.11.2020
Santa Claus is coming to town thanks to the Barrie Chamber of Commerce The Santa Tour begins Nov. 12 Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.11.2020
Buyer beware: AC scam investigated by Huntsville OPP Police would like to hear from anyone who may have been a victim Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.11.2020
Whole Foods reverses course, will allow employees to wear poppies after public outcry The supermarket chain earlier said the ban was part of a recently updated uniform policy Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.11.2020
Housing market remains strong in Barrie year-over-year Slight stagnation in monthly comparisons Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.11.2020
Catholic board hits pause on elementary hybrid learning model Trustees will get a report Nov. 25 and a decision could be made then on which direction to take Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.11.2020
24 search and rescue operations as South Simcoe Police close a busy marine season In one incident, nine people were pulled to safety after their boat sank Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.11.2020
Virtual mall Santa Claus is coming to town Virtual and in-person visits are being offered Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.11.2020
Open Air Dunlop returns Saturday thanks to our fling with spring A portion of Dunlop Street will be pedestrian-only Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.11.2020
23 people charged following public warning about fentanyl in Georgina Police issued the warning following 14 overdose calls and at least two deaths Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.11.2020
Hospice Simcoe launches grief chat room for teens Agency says it can be intimidating for teens to reach out and receive support Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.11.2020
Bike and/or scooter share program could be a bumpy road in Barrie Staff report says investment in such a program would not measurably advance active transportation objectives Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.11.2020
City to cough up more cash to help Barrie businesses recover from COVID-19 $150,000 to be spent to leverage provincial and federal funding, pilot partnership with Georgian College Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.11.2020
Petition launched against hybrid learning model for Catholic elementary students SMCSB has said the current virtual model is not sustainable Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.11.2020
Police confirm body pulled from pond is that of missing Bradford teen Police say cause of death is drowning Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.11.2020
Deadly ATV rollover in Bradford on Saturday An Alliston man was killed Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.11.2020
Electrical issue sparks garage fire on Sunday in Adjala-Tosorontio Fire crews kept flames from extending into the home Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.11.2020
Windy and wintry with risk of snow squalls 10-15 cm of snow is possible for the Barrie and Collingwood area Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.11.2020
Half million dollar house fire in Ramara Township The fire is not considered suspicious Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.11.2020
Candlelight vigil planned Sunday after body found believed to be missing Bradford teen A GoFundMe page has been created to support Siem Zerezghi's family Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.11.2020
Electricity rates climb as of Sunday Rates have held steady since March as part of the provincial government's COVID-19 rate relief plan Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.11.2020
OPP locate missing Midland man Thevapriyan Shanmugam was in the area of Highway 12 and Jones Road Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.11.2020
Barrie police trying to locate missing 25-year-old man Colton Hamilton was last seen on Friday evening Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.11.2020
Premier Ford elbows in on OHL bodychecking debate, says there could be physical contact The Ontario Hockey League announced Thursday it plans to start a shortened season on Feb. 4 Read More > Facebook Twitter 31.10.2020
Halloween can be a frightfully good time despite COVID-19 Health officials urge proper facing coverings for trick-or-treaters and those shelling out candy at the door Read More > Facebook Twitter 31.10.2020
Search ends for missing Bradford teen after body found in a pond Friday evening An autopsy will be conducted Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.10.2020
Pandemic a factor as 2020 National Poppy Drive launches Friday Poppy boxes will be at area businesses that have volunteered to take them Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.10.2020
Search for missing Bradford teen to resume Thursday Large-scale search for Siem Zerezghi has involved ATVs, K9 Unit, drone and Auxiliary officers Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.10.2020
Catholic school board moves to hybrid learning model Simcoe Muskoka Catholic Board says current virtual school model is not sustainable Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.10.2020
Suspect in ATM robberies in Coboconk and Orillia this week linked to hold-ups in Gravenhurst Police say the suspect was armed with a taser in ATM robberies, possible gun in Gravenhurst Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.10.2020
Battery collection in County of Simcoe runs November 2 to 6 The week-long campaign does not include the cities of Barrie and Orillia Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.10.2020
“Positive” COVID-19 projection report coming Thursday says premier Doug Ford says a report will be presented showing the spread of the virus is going "downwards" Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.10.2020
ATV rider on highway with toddler on board: OPP Police and Central Ontario trail wardens spent several hours patrolling County forest trails Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.10.2020
Newly created nature reserve in globally important Minesing Wetlands receives protection Baldwick Bluff Nature Reserve encompasses 32 hectares Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.10.2020
Bottle drive at local Beer stores nets over $40,000 for Orillia hospital The money is going to Soldiers' COVID-19 Emergency Preparedness Fund Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.10.2020
Ground search by police for missing Bradford teen K9 Unit and officers on ATVs assisted in the search Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.10.2020
Residents encouraged to commemorate Remembrance Day safely at home Royal Canadian Legions in Barrie and Orillia offering ways the public can still pay their respects to our veterans Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.10.2020
Drive-through flu clinics start November 2 in South Georgian Bay Clinics in Stayner, Collingwood, Wasaga Beach and Creemore Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.10.2020
Councillors cough up $300,000 to help the Sandbox Centre with cost overruns City council rolls back annual partnership commitment by $10,000 Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.10.2020
Workplace harassment allegation has Barrie City Council burning the midnight oil Councillor Mike McCann did not participate in any votes Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.10.2020
Patios in November gets green light from Barrie City Council "To me, this is a slam dunk," said Councillor Keenan Aylwin Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.10.2020
Robberies with a taser in Coboconk and Orillia could be connected: Police Both victims were using a bank machine when they were confronted Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.10.2020
County of Simcoe getting millions of dollars from the province to protect region’s most vulnerable Some of the additional cash will be used to support operation of motels were homeless are being housed Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.10.2020
2020 Ontario budget comes down November 5 Finance Minister says health care, supporting people and economic recovery will be government priorities Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.10.2020
Suspect arrested after reports of a male with a gun in Orillia on Friday OPP received several calls about a long gun that may have been discarded Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.10.2020
OPP in Bracebridge investigating the sudden death of a woman on Friday Police say there is no concern for public safety Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.10.2020
Bell box and sign post struck in fail-to-remain crash in Barrie on Saturday Police said the car drove up on a residential property Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.10.2020
As COVID-19 cases spike, Canada’s top doctor fears an increase in the number of hospitalizations and deaths Ontario and Saskatchewan reported single-day highs in COVID cases on Saturday Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.10.2020
Missing woman last seen in Severn on Friday afternoon Orillia OPP is seeking the public's help in locating Colleen Turner Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.10.2020
GO train hits unoccupied vehicle in Innisfil early Friday South Simcoe is appealing for witnesses Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.10.2020
Covid-19 outbreak at Beeton long-term care facility claims more lives County of Simcoe says caseloads have remained stable Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.10.2020
Barrie City Council will be asked Monday to extend patio dining until the end of November Motion comes from Councillor Keenan Aylwin, whose Ward includes the downtown Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.10.2020
Powerful thunderstorms produce hail, high winds, intense lightning The severe weather was ahead of a cold front that returned us back to the fall season Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.10.2020
Drug investigation in Penetanguishene-Midland leads to charges against three people Purple fentanyl and cash seized Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.10.2020
Barrie Police close books on reported sex assault in Hurst Park on October 1 Investigators say there was never a threat to public safety Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.10.2020
Additional COVID-19 restrictions are possible in other parts of the GTA Doug Ford could have a decision about Halton and Peel by Monday Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.10.2020
End of the line for fashion retailer Le Chateau Montreal-based company blames COVID-19 for hard times Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.10.2020
Electric razors and toothbrushes swiped from Barrie store $3,400 in items stolen Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.10.2020
BIA seeks extension of patio program in downtown Barrie Dunlop Streetscape project and weather could factor into City Council's decision Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.10.2020
Local health unit not sure how to interpret missed testing mark by the province COVID-19 test centre on Sperling Drive sees a drop in volume, faster time to get tested Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.10.2020
Proposed 34-storey condo up for discussion at public meeting in Barrie Tuesday night The development would be the tallest building in the City's history Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.10.2020
Barrie to provide $400,000 interest free loan toward women’s addiction recovery facility Cornerstone to Recovery would fund the centre through collection of clothing and other textiles Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.10.2020
Barrie 2020 Parking Strategy recommends hiking downtown, RVH-area parking rates, places heavy emphasis on parking technology Proposal to charge for evening parking downtown is put on hold Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.10.2020
Arson and other charges against an Orillia man following Saturday crime spree Suspect is accused of starting a fire at a townhouse Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.10.2020
High miler pulled over by the cops in Innisfil Police allege they found marijuana readily available in the vehicle Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.10.2020
Ontario’s top doctor recommends against trick-or-treating in COVID-19 hot zones Toronto, Peel, York and Ottawa have been rolled back to a modified Stage 2 Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.10.2020
Province unveils plan to expand the blue box program Paper cups, wraps, foils and trays among items that will be accepted under proposed new regulations Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.10.2020
Free public transit for Barrie high school students fails to gain traction Concern expressed by the health unit and public school board Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.10.2020
40 residents have now tested positive for COVID-19 at Simcoe Manor The outbreak has killed six residents of the long-term care facility Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.10.2020
Fire Marshal and OPP investigating townhouse fire on Saturday in Orillia The fire is believed to have started in an upper floor bedroom Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.10.2020
Suspicious hay fire in Clearview burned for more than 20 hours Fire Chief calls the blaze "malicious" Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.10.2020
Three people charged in Orillia drug investigation OPP said they received numerous Crime Stoppers tips Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.10.2020
Innisfil man wins $250,000 Instant Crossword Deluxe top prize This is the second big Instant win for Edward Warne this year Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.10.2020
Ontario hiring hundreds more contact tracers and case managers As case counts grow, the Simcoe Muskoka health unit is only tracking cases deemed to be high-risk Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.10.2020
Innisfil man who battled COVID-19 in June still has symptoms: ‘I honestly don’t wish it on anyone’ Stephe Lawson is among a number of COVID survivors dubbed "long-haulers." Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.10.2020
Simcoe Muskoka’s top doc doesn’t want to scare off Halloween Medical Officer of Health says those who are going trick-or-treating need to stick to their own household Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.10.2020
Nearly 20 per cent of public school students in Simcoe County are learning online Enrolment in the Learn@Home program has closed Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.10.2020
Working smoke alarm alerts family to kitchen fire at Gravenhurst cottage The family of three included a toddler Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.10.2020
Free customer parking in municipal pay and display parking lots in Orillia Freebie will last until the New Year to continue to help local businesses during the pandemic Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.10.2020
Province appoints RVH to temporarily manage County-run Simcoe Manor amid COVID-19 outbreak Several residents at the Beeton facility who tested positive for the virus have died Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.10.2020
Gravenhurst man charged after police seize 200 grams of suspected cannabis at R.I.D.E. check Police said they also found a quantity of hydromorphine pills Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.10.2020
RVH “Rapid Response Team” deployed to Simcoe Manor COVID-19 outbreak at County-run long-term care facility has claimed four lives Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.10.2020
COVID-19 means Rose Romita’s Thanksgiving Community Dinner is takeout The social aspect of this event has gone out the window Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.10.2020
Water rescue on Lake Simcoe on Sunday Several police marine units were able to put out the fire Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.10.2020
Thanksgiving Food Drive surpasses goal in Barrie Due to COVID-19, the food bank accepted cash instead of food donations Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.10.2020
Health officials: Keep your Thanksgiving gatherings small Daily COVID-19 case counts rising in several provinces Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.10.2020
Fire destroyed a home in Port Sydney early Sunday Occupants were alerted by working smoke alarms Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.10.2020
A total of 30 residents at a County-run long-term care home have tested positive for COVID-19 The COVID outbreak has killed four residents Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.10.2020
County seeking partnerships to tackle Simcoe Manor COVID-19 outbreak There have been four deaths among residents at the Beeton facility Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.10.2020
Gateway Casinos Innisfil reopens Saturday The casino will be restricted to a maximum of 50 people Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.10.2020
Quebec ticket holder wins Friday’s $70 million Lotto Max jackpot Ontario ticket claims Maxmillions prize Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.10.2020
Barrie Police release sketch of suspect in park sexual assault Police said a woman walking her dog was sexually assaulted in Hurst Park Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.10.2020
10 people charged with violating COVID-19 safety regulations at short-term rental property in Adjala-Tosorontio Police were called to the same property twice in two nights Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.10.2020
There was summer sizzle in the Barrie real estate market July through September saw residential sales increase 54% compared to the same period in 2019 Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.10.2020
Single-use plastic ban in Canada to include grocery bags, cutlery and stir sticks by end of 2021 Government says stores will provide the public with alternatives to these plastic products Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.10.2020
Barrie man charged in deadly September fail-to-remain in Springwater Two off-duty police officers found a woman lying on the road Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.10.2020
Simcoe Muskoka health unit unable to keep up with contact management due to increasing COVID-19 caseload Unless it is a particularly high risk situation for transmission, cases will be asked to alert their contacts Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.10.2020
Nottawasaga OPP: Improving response to the mental health needs of individuals Wide-ranging media campaign encourages people to talk about their mental health, offers contacts of local support agencies Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.10.2020
Barrie sports artist raising funds for the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum Jamie Thomas has done four cards of Jackie Robinson Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.10.2020
COVID-19 testing by appointment only begins Tuesday Province is trying to clear a backlog of nearly 69,000 test samples Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.10.2020
Barrie City Council rejects adding more to a map listing social service facilities Councillor Mike McCann wanted to include group homes, homeless shelters, hotels and schools Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.10.2020
Grow-op bust in Innisfil on Friday Police said they seized marijuana, cocaine and other items Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.10.2020
Two drivers nabbed for impaired in Innisfil had attended the same party Citizen tips to police led to arrests within an hour of each other Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.10.2020
Ford government spending $35 million to help schools in COVID-19 hot spots Cash to flow to school boards in Toronto, Peel, Ottawa and York Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.10.2020
Ontario reported 566 new cases of COVID-19 on Sunday A number of cases and deaths that occurred in spring and summer are being reported due to a data review at Toronto Public Health Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.10.2020
Helicopter crashes near Loretto on Saturday Two people suffered non-life-threatening injuries Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.10.2020
Police allegedly seize loaded handgun after a pursuit in Muskoka Chase began after a motorist was clocked speeding on Highway 11 in Bracebridge Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.10.2020
Federal Greens choose Toronto lawyer Annamie Paul as new leader Paul declared herself a descendant of slaves, Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.10.2020
Electrical fire in an unoccupied HRC building in Orillia on Friday The fire is not considered suspicious Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.10.2020
More than 46,000 tests processed as Ontario records 653 new cases of COVID-19 on Saturday Toronto, Peel and Ottawa continue to lead the pack in new infections Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.10.2020
Fire at former PIE restaurant in Collingwood Damage is pegged at $100,000 Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.10.2020
Airbnb blocks Canada Halloween bookings over party concerns The company is concerned the properties will be used for large parties Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.10.2020
Woman allegedly sexually assaulted in a Barrie park Thursday night Investigators said the woman was walking her dog at the time Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.10.2020
Orillia Santa Claus parade cancelled Canadian Tire offered its parking lot at the Orillia Square Mall Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.09.2020
Cops uncover huge marijuana grow op at vacant Midland industrial building 10,000 marijuana plants in various stages of growth. Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.09.2020
Cops hit the jackpot, seize a mansion, cash and firearms in illegal casino bust in York Region Dozens of people have been arrested and charged Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.09.2020
New modelling data indicates about 1,000 new cases per day of COVID-19 in Ontario by first half of October New cases climbing in all age groups Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.09.2020
Several ATV riders charged during enforcement on Simcoe County forest trails Police found most riders were in compliance with the laws Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.09.2020
Stayner Arena re-opening October 13 The re-opening will be a phased approach Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.09.2020
Province’s last call rule is temporary last call for co-owners of Barrie nightclub They say new restrictions don't make it viable because business is reliant on late night service Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.09.2020
Ontario to restrict access to long-term care homes in hot spot areas for COVID-19 Toronto, Peel and Ottawa make up 80 per cent of the new COVID-19 infections Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.09.2020
Elderly woman reported missing by Huntsville OPP Helen Vichowski was last seen in Huntsville around noon on Monday Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.09.2020
Yes, Virginia, there might be a Halloween in Barrie City hopes to get direction from the health unit this week Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.09.2020
Proposal to allow more billboard signs along Barrie Collingwood Railway corridor rankles some councillors The railway is losing money Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.09.2020
Barrie’s budget surplus will see shrinkage in the last half of 2020 due to the pandemic Dollar losses because of COVID-19 recovered through staff layoffs, savings in hydro and fuel costs Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.09.2020
RVH opens new COVID-19 test site New test site is at the former Barrie Police headquarters on Sperling Drive Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.09.2020
OPP lay 172 charges, remove 14 vehicles from the road during unsanctioned car rally in Wasaga Beach Non-Wasaga Beach residents were not allowed to enter the town on Saturday night Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.09.2020
Man has life-threatening injuries in tow truck rollover on Highway 400 in Innisfil OPP say the driver was ejected from the vehicle Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.09.2020
Catholic board secondary school students will get lunch at the end of the day Last week the board said students would have to remain in their classroom during lunch Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.09.2020
Three busy Barrie Transit routes return to normal service this week Ridership is at about 40 per cent of pre-COVID levels Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.09.2020
Wasaga Beach mayor calls out those who attended unsanctioned car rally Nina Bifolchi says the total disregard for the community, respect for rules and COVID situation was disgusting Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.09.2020
Ontario’s new COVID-19 case count inches close to 500 491 new cases reported on Sunday Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.09.2020
OPP release video of a search for a boy with special needs The child was missing for six hours but turned up safe Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.09.2020
Wasaga Beach off-limits to visitors in wake of unsanctioned car rally OPP set up spot checks on roads leading into the town Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.09.2020
A man has been killed in a house collapse in south Barrie Firefighters located the man in the centre of the collapsed structure Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.09.2020
Ontario reports 435 new COVID-19 cases on Saturday A slight jump from Friday's tally Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.09.2020
Charge laid in sudden death investigation in Huntsville Huntsville woman charged with trafficking Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.09.2020
New wheels for the David Busby Centre Barrie shelter will use funds to purchase a new Street Outreach van Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.09.2020
Thousands of dollars in drugs seized in Muskoka Traffic stop leads to drug seizure Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.09.2020
Demonstrators gather in Barrie to protest mask wearing and business lockdowns None of the protestors wore masks, many greeted each other with hugs and handshakes Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.09.2020
LINX Transit experiencing tremendous growth Numbers show there was a need for regional transit in Simcoe County Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.09.2020
Massive flu immunization program launched as Ontario preps for second wave of COVID-19 The province has purchased 5.1 million vaccine doses Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.09.2020
Plan in the works to move current RVH COVID-19 assessment centre to former Barrie police headquarters Screening at the drive-thru site at RVH cannot be done in the colder months Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.09.2020
Barrie Colts among several businesses to score COVID-19 relief cash from the City Nearly half a million dollars in assistance provided to groups and business that operate within municipally-owned facilities Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.09.2020
UPDATE: Video of vehicle of interest released in arson at Barrie business Investigators say one of the suspects caught fire and likely suffered second degree burns Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.09.2020
Bumpy ride for Barrie Transit as pre-COVID ridership not expected until at least 2022 Federal-provincial restart funding still leaves transit system in the hole Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.09.2020
Barrie City Council votes to push forward with free transit proposal for high school students Council agreed to an amendment that the plan not be contingent on support from the health unit Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.09.2020
Barrie city council adopts IHRA definition of anti-semitism Several speakers suggested the adoption could be used to stop pro-Palestinian causes Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.09.2020
Driver being sought after a pedestrian was struck at a Midland crosswalk The pedestrian was crossing in the area of County Road 93 and the Mountainview Mall Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.09.2020
Alleged impaired driver nabbed in Essa was four times over the legal limit Two citizens alerted police about a suspected drunk driver Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.09.2020
Ontario to roll out fall preparedness plan to counter surge in COVID-19 cases Preparedness plan includes testing, labs and hospitals Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.09.2020
Catholic high school students in Simcoe Muskoka to remain in their classroom during lunch Public raised concerns about throngs of students off school property with no social distancing and few wearing masks Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.09.2020
Where there is smoke, there is a controlled burn in Essa on Sunday This is part of a restoration project for an endangered species of songbird Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.09.2020
New COVID-19 infections dip below 400 in Ontario Toronto and parts of the GTA remain flashpoints Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.09.2020
Barrie woman missing since Sept. 16 Contact 911 if you have seen Lorna Power Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.09.2020
Sunday’s Barrie Terry Fox Run is virtual Organizers encourage participants to take lots of pictures, get dressed up, and be silly, and have fun Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.09.2020
Local academic predicts big ideological fight in the U.S. in the wake of Ginsburg death Donald Trump calls on Senate Republicans not to delay SCOTUS pick Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.09.2020
Premier announces private gatherings to be restricted to 25 people outdoors, 10 indoors across Ontario, as COVID numbers spike Doug Ford says the “Alarm bells are ringing” in regards to the uptick in Covid infection numbers. Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.09.2020
For a second straight day, Ontario has reported more than 400 new cases of COVID-19 Toronto, Peel and Ottawa continue to be hot spots Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.09.2020
Conservative leader Erin O’Toole tests positive for COVID-19 O'Toole was tested after a staff member tested positive for the virus Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.09.2020
COVID-19 case confirmed at a Barrie Catholic School This is the second case of COVID-19 reported at a Simcoe County school Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.09.2020
UPDATED: OPP locate missing 11-year-old girl Lyla McHugh was last seen leaving her residence on a mountain bike around 12:45 Saturday morning Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.09.2020
Driver charged in September 10 fail to remain crash in Tiny Township Bicycle rider suffered serious injuries Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.09.2020
Province to announce very soon a ramp up of COVID-19 testing centres Ontario to lay down hammer with severe fines for those who ignore regulations and guidelines Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.09.2020
SIU seeks public’s help in identifying woman struck and killed on Highway 26 in Springwater Police earlier received a call about a woman with a dog standing on the road waving her arms Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.09.2020
Body recovered near the Bracebridge Falls on Tuesday Police said the victim was in a kayak that overturned Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.09.2020
Local medical officer of health says rise in COVID-19 cases is “quite worriesome,” advises people to stay within their household for close contacts Dr. Charles Gardner said people need to respond like the second wave is on the way Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.09.2020
Six new cases of COVID-19 in Barrie, as Ontario reports 251 new infections Most of the new infections in Barrie are in people between 18 and 34 years of age Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.09.2020
Cocaine, fentanyl seized in Alliston drug bust Police said they seized enough fentanyl for 300 street doses Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.09.2020
City behind Shak’s World vision to establish a centre with programming for at-risk youth Barrie mayor believes the organization's business plan requires fine-tuning Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.09.2020
City dangling free transit for Barrie high school students One option is free transit until the end of the year to deal with new school bus protocols around COVID-19 Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.09.2020
Search warrant executed in Angus nets guns and stolen property Two people face several dozen charges of identity theft Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.09.2020
Tip from citizen assists South Simcoe Police in impaired, fail to remain collision A case of the public and police working together Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.09.2020
Premier says COVID is ramping up again Doug Ford urges people to stop large social gatherings Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.09.2020
Sound of gunshots in Orillia may be misleading – OPP Police say the same volume of calls is reported every year during hunting season Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.09.2020
Barrie man charged in Ponzi scheme that allegedly bilked millions of dollars from people Police allege there are hundreds of victims Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.09.2020
Summer drug investigation in Gravenhurst results in arrests, drugs and currency seized Two search warrants executed Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.09.2020
Fall semester begins at Georgian College with fewer students, hit on the budget 70 per cent of students can do their entire program remotely Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.09.2020
Police divers pull body from Minden-area lake after a canoe capsized OPP say a lack of safety equipment was a significant factor that contributed to the tragedy Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.09.2020
Ontario’s new COVID-19 case count tops 200 again 204 new infections as the province climbed above 200 for the third day in a row Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.09.2020
OPP confident they have identified vehicle and driver involved in hit-and-run near Wyevale Cyclist suffered serious injuries Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.09.2020
COVID-19 vaccine trials to resume at Oxford after a pause Trial was paused due to a reported side effect in a patient Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.09.2020
New COVID-19 caseload in Ontario tops 200 for a second straight day This is the first time since early June the infection rate has topped 200 on consecutive days Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.09.2020
UPDATE: Missing Man from Wasaga Beach located Stephen Warren was last seen Friday morning Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.09.2020
Premier says municipalities have the power to rollback reopenings amid spike in COVID-19 infections Doug Ford says to close the whole province is unacceptable Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.09.2020
COVID-19 is not hurting home sales in Barrie Year-to-year residential sales ending in August were up 22.6 per cent Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.09.2020
Back-to-school traffic light as police step up patrols in school zones Staggered school entry meant less vehicle and foot traffic Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.09.2020
Ontario puts a pause on additional loosening of public health measures as COVID-19 infections climb Ontario reported 185 new cases on Tuesday and 190 new infections on Monday Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.09.2020
Medical Innovation Park planned in Oro-Medonte Oro-Medonte Mayor warns not acting rapidly to support the project could mean lost job opportunities Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.09.2020
Barrie-Innisfil MP named to new Conservatives’ shadow cabinet John Brassard appointed as Shadow Minister for Veterans Affairs Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.09.2020
Motorcyclist seriously injured in south Barrie crash on Sunday Police seeking witnesses or anyone with dashcam video Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.09.2020
Cyclist seriously injured after being struck by a vehicle in Clearview Cyclist has life-threatening injuries Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.09.2020
UPDATED: Missing Lafontaine man located safe David Tustin was located late Sunday afternoon Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.09.2020
OPP seeking witnesses to a crash Sunday in area of Highway 400 and 9 Driver sustained life-threatening injuries Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.09.2020
Ontario reported 158 new COVID-19 cases, Toronto and Peel Region make up the bulk of new infections Slight drop from Saturday's tally Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.09.2020
Tornado confirmed in Washago from Thursday storms Two tornadoes confirmed in southern Ontario that evening Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.09.2020
Province reports 169 new COVID-19 cases on Saturday This is the highest tally since late July Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.09.2020
Hawerchuk Strong event in Muskoka on Saturday A fundraiser in memory of former NHLer and Barrie Colts coach Dale Hawerchuk Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.09.2020
Man reported missing Friday last seen in LaFontaine Police said David Tustin could be in Barrie Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.09.2020
Alert from Barrie Police about strong opioids Several suspected overdoses reported downtown Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.09.2020
Firearm pointed at teen in Ramara Township No robbery was reported Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.09.2020
OPP identify man who died in a boat fire in Orillia The body was discovered after the fire was extinguished Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.09.2020
Back to school: getting to class Start date staggered by surname with public board, by grade with Catholic board Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.09.2020
UPDATE: Barrie police release surveillance video from arson at motorcycle shop Hawg Worx posted to its Facebook page that the business will be closed for a few days Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.09.2020
COVID-19 top of mind as school buses are ready to roll in Simcoe County Assigned seating, masks, face shields will be the new normal Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.09.2020
Sale of Orillia Power Distribution Corporation to Hydro One closes Beginning this month, Orillia residents will see a slight decrease in the distribution portion of their hydro bill Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.09.2020
Premier voices support for top provincial health officials, says they don’t tell him what he wants to hear Doug Ford said the return to school will not be without its bumps Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.09.2020
County Road 90 is “a much easier drive,” says Simcoe County’s director of transportation About 20,000 vehicles per day travel the Barrie to Angus route Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.09.2020
Man forced into car and robbed in Huntsville at the weekend Victim was robbed of cash and a bank card Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.09.2020
Monday house fire in Victoria Harbour causes $500,000 in damage There was no one at home at the time Read More > Facebook Twitter 31.08.2020
South Simcoe Police credit wearing life jackets for saving two lives The couple fell of a jet ski while riding on Lake Simcoe Read More > Facebook Twitter 31.08.2020
Two-hour free parking in certain downtown Barrie lots Free two-hour parking will last until the end of the construction project Read More > Facebook Twitter 31.08.2020
Shots fired at neighbourhood barbecue in Tottenham Suspect is accused of firing several rounds into the air Read More > Facebook Twitter 31.08.2020
Shots fired in residential area of Innisfil South Simcoe Police seeking witnesses and security video Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.08.2020
Kitchen fire at east end Barrie home on Sunday Homeowners alerted by working smoke alarms Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.08.2020
Human remains found in Keswick Remains were located at the docks near Lake Drive North Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.08.2020
Back to school: taking the bus SCSTC plan includes masks, physical distancing, assigned seating, and more Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.08.2020
Largest number of new infections reported in Ontario since late July 148 new cases of COVID-19 reported on Saturday Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.08.2020
Ford government says legislation on the way to freeze rent in 2021 The province banned residential evictions in the early days of the pandemic Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.08.2020
UPDATED: Teen reported missing has been found safe The boy was reported missing on Friday night Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.08.2020
Start of in-class learning for Catholic students in Simcoe Muskoka delayed by two days Change applies to both elementary and secondary Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.08.2020
RVH Clinical psychologist urges parents to be careful about back-to-school anxiety Dr. Gwen Jenkins says children are little sponges and are going to soak up the anxiety Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.08.2020
(UPDATED) New COVID-19 cases reported Sunday in Ontario above 100 The rate of new infections has been over 100 since last Thursday Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.08.2020
Marine fatalities on OPP-patrolled waterways up 70 per cent this year over last Of those people who died, OPP say 82 per cent were not wearing a life jacket Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.08.2020
Body of man discovered in Sunnidale Park on Saturday 'Nothing appears suspicious and there is no threat to public safety,' says police spokesperson Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.08.2020
(UPDATED) New COVID-19 cases in Ontario in triple digits again The tally is a slight drop in cases from the previous day Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.08.2020
UPDATED: Missing Orillia teen safely located OPP asking the public to contact them if they know the whereabouts of Hannah Shore Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.08.2020
Motorcycle fatalities up 60 per cent from last year say OPP In about half the deaths the rider was not at fault Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.08.2020
Ontario Expands Indoor Capacity for Meeting and Event Facilities Province eases contact information requirements for bars and restaurants Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.08.2020
Barrie Resident Can Dream to the MAX Anthony Schincariol is richer by a million bucks Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.08.2020
Made-in-Ontario N95 masks as province, feds partner on domestic supply chain 3M Canada expected to churn out 50 million masks annually beginning in 2021 Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.08.2020
Drugs, taser seized in Penetanguishene Search warrant executed by OPP as part of an ongoing investigation Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.08.2020
Orillia seeking feedback on the “See You On The Patio Program” City says the program has proven to be successful Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.08.2020
Archaeological assessment work continuing at Allandale Station lands Additional human remains at the site were found in 2017 Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.08.2020
Retail sales soar in June, according to StatsCan Sales climb above pre-pandemic levels Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.08.2020
Province reports 131 new COVID-19 infections on Friday Missing data from 11 health units on Thursday included in the count Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.08.2020
Company picks Barrie mall to test market mask and sanitizer vending machines All of the vending machines are cashless Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.08.2020
Green thumbs at Georgian College Over 400 kgs. of vegetables have been harvested at the Barrie campus Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.08.2020
People on the CERB to be merged over to a revamped EI program The Canada Emergency Response Benefit will wind down by September 27 Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.08.2020
Majority of public school students in Simcoe County will be in class next month The first week of school will be staggered Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.08.2020
Ontario hiring an additional 200 OPP officers Government says new hiring is about improving the mental well-being of frontline officers Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.08.2020
Data missing from 11 health units as Ontario reports 76 new cases of COVID-19 Issue with provincial database delays reporting by some health units Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.08.2020
Premier Ford joins in groundbreaking for Automotive Innovation Park in Oro-Medonte Premier blazing a path from Barrie to Orillia Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.08.2020
Staggered start to school year for Simcoe Muskoka Catholic students All students will be in class by September 11 Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.08.2020
A slew off break-ins to businesses in the Orillia-area is under investigation At least seven businesses were targeted Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.08.2020
Dale was a player’s coach, according to OHL Barrie Colts TV colour analyst Gene Pereira Longtime Barrie Colts coach credited with being a great motivator for his players Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.08.2020
Double Stunt Driving Bust in Springwater Township One of the motorists is up on a charge of impaired driving Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.08.2020
Barrie Minor Hockey lays out plan for the upcoming season "Our goal as an organization is to try to get as many kids on the ice as possible for their mental-well being than anything else Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.08.2020
Ontario reported 102 new COVID-19 cases on Wednesday New cases above 100 for a second straight day Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.08.2020
Preliminary results indicate 80 per cent of Catholic students in Simcoe Muskoka will return to class Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board is considering a staggered start to school year Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.08.2020
UPDATED: Employee at south Barrie Canadian Tire tests positive for COVID-19 Health Unit is trying to confirm how the individual got the virus Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.08.2020
Chrystia Freeland sworn in as Canada’s new finance minister; Parliament prorogued until September 23 Government to build roadmap out of pandemic Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.08.2020
Local health unit to put more nurses into schools amid pandemic Health Unit is still waiting for guidance document from the province about management of outbreaks at schools Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.08.2020
Barrie Food Bank bracing for a spike in usage Thanksgiving Food Drive will be significantly different says Executive Director Peter Sundborg Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.08.2020
Prime Minister expected to appoint Chrystia Freeland as finance minister Reports the PM will prorogue Parliament and present a budget or economic update in October Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.08.2020
Thursday and Friday removed from Orillia waterfront parking program City says park and beach numbers remain under control Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.08.2020
New COVID-19 infections reported in Ontario on Tuesday is the most since July 30 Government points to "localized increases" for the spike Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.08.2020
ATV crash in Gravenhurst leaves teen with serious injuries The youth was taken to Sick Kids Hospital for treatment Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.08.2020
Bill Morneau resigns as Finance Minister amid WE charity scandal There have been reports Morneau and Prime Minister Trudeau were at odds over pandemic spending Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.08.2020
GO train and bus service to increase in September Late-night trips between Barrie and Toronto being added Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.08.2020
OPP hope to nab suspects in Thornton graffiti vandalism spree OPP warn graffiti is a crime and can result in prison time Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.08.2020
Suspected flasher rounded up by OPP in Bracebridge Flasher and dasher facing a number of charges Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.08.2020
CFL season scrapped due to COVID-19 pandemic This will be the first time since 1919 there will be no Grey Cup presentation Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.08.2020
Barrie Public Library locations reopen to patrons Tuesday In-person visits are to be kept to under an hour Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.08.2020
Two new COVID-19 cases in Simcoe Muskoka; new infections below 100 in Ontario Young people continue to make up the bulk of new infections Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.08.2020
RVH moves to next phase in visitor guidelines Visitor restrictions began in mid-March Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.08.2020
Lock it or lose it reminder following thefts in Gravenhurst Two suspects arrested in separate incidents Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.08.2020
City of Barrie counting the ways it can use $9.1M in Covid relief from the province Too early for Mayor Lehman to say whether the cash will be enough to cover costs Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.08.2020
Traffic stop in Midland on Saturday nets loaded gun, drugs and cash Suspect is facing numerous charges Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.08.2020
Two area First Nations communities to receive drone delivered pandemic supplies This is an effort to limit person-to-person contact Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.08.2020
New COVID-19 infections in the province back below 100 Majority of health units in Ontario reported five or fewer new cases on Sunday Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.08.2020
Firearms stolen during break-in at a Penetanguishene residence on Friday Rifles and shotguns were stolen Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.08.2020
Huntsville OPP officer dragged by vehicle at R.I.D.E. spot check Police said the motorist was able to get away Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.08.2020
Driver, passenger flee after car strikes rock cut and catches fire in Muskoka on Friday OPP said two passengers were left behind with the burning vehicle Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.08.2020
Man killed in farm accident in Bradford on Saturday Police said the victim was run over by his tractor Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.08.2020
Smoke, small fire at Orillia long-term care home early Saturday Fire was smouldering under roof work that had been done Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.08.2020
New COVID-19 cases creep above 100 on Saturday Hospitalizations are going in the right direction Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.08.2020
Man reported missing Friday is known to frequent Orillia Ian Leslie was last seen in the area of Sadowa Road in Sebright Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.08.2020
Peel cops save boy dangling from Mississauga apartment window The mother grabbed her son by his hand and t-shirt Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.08.2020
Barrie man reported missing Dominic Bickmore was last seen on Friday, Aug 14. Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.08.2020
Clearview Public Libraries to reopen August 19. Patrons will notice significant changes Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.08.2020
Altercation after dogs left in vehicle in Orillia on Wednesday Dogs found alone in a car were removed to an air conditioned vehicle Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.08.2020
UPDATED: Pickup slams into garbage truck on Highway 26 in Springwater on Friday Huronia West OPP said the truck was stopped at the time Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.08.2020
Ontario to reopen more spaces at sport, fitness and recreational centres Province to invest $8 million to help Ontario's sports organizations Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.08.2020
Additional paid off-duty cop to be a presence at parks and beaches in Gravenhurst Town believes extra police presence will help deter unlawful behaviour Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.08.2020
Canada-U.S. border closure extended for another month This is the fifth renewal of border restrictions since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.08.2020
E-bike rider with life-threatening injuries following a crash in Barrie Thursday Police said the bike struck a hydro pole Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.08.2020
New COVID-19 cases remain below 100 in Ontario following release of Friday’s numbers Only nine COVID patients in Ontario are on ventilators Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.08.2020
“I Got Caught Wearing My Life Jacket” program launched by Southern Georgian Bay OPP Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.08.2020
Two litterbugs charged with illegal dumping in Penetanguishene Residents alerted by-law officers Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.08.2020
Education Minister green lights school boards to use reserve funds to cut class sizes Money can be used to hire more teachers and to find new classroom spaces Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.08.2020
Barrie Transit offering Transit ON Demand starting August 17 New app allows riders to book their trip a week in advance Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.08.2020
No data from Toronto Public Health as province reports 78 new cases of COVID-19 on Thursday. One new COVID-19 cases in Simcoe Muskoka Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.08.2020
Man charged with sex assault of a child at an Orillia park on Wednesday Police said the father was alerted about the incident by the child Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.08.2020
Shak’s World aims to make a slam dunk when it comes to youth mental health The organization hopes the City of Barrie can provide $42,000 to lease space downtown Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.08.2020
Health unit confirms student at Georgian College Barrie campus has tested positive for COVID-19 Health officials said the student and one other person considered to be high-risk are self-isolating Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.08.2020
Barrie man struck by a vehicle near the downtown bus terminal in May has died The police investigation continues Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.08.2020
Driver killed in single-vehicle crash on Highway 400 in Muskoka on Tuesday Vehicle struck a rock face Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.08.2020
Deficit to reach $38.5 billion as pandemic makes a shambles of Ontario’s finances The deficit doubled between March and June Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.08.2020
Still below 100 as province reports slight uptick in new COVID-19 cases on Wednesday Hospitalizations, ICU admissions and vented patients all decreased Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.08.2020
Community services and affordable housing hub approved for Orillia The $79 million Orillia campus was given the green light by Simcoe County Council Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.08.2020
Biden picks Kamala Harris as running mate, adding former rival to ticket The Biden campaign made the announcement in a text message to supporters Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.08.2020
Female driver charged with impaired after vehicle rolls onto its roof in Innisfil on Monday The driver came away with minor injuries. Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.08.2020
Boy who played hide and seek and prompted a search by South Simcoe Police sends cops a thank you note "You deserve a reward!" Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.08.2020
Investigation launched into cluster of COVID-19 cases in 11 people who attended a Muskoka resort and restaurant Deerhurst and 3 Guys and A Stove agreed to be publicly identified Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.08.2020
Area police welcome opportunity to use phone alerts for emergencies The alerts would be localized and could be used to warn the public about active shooters Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.08.2020
New COVID-19 cases plunged to 33 in Ontario on Tuesday Data base issues at Toronto Public Health partly contributed to the big dip Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.08.2020
Sparks fly at Barrie city council Monday night over claims of systemic racism Councillor Aylwin said systemic racism was pervasive, possibly even in municipal government Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.08.2020
Possible closure of beach at Wilkins Park, permanent ban on use of tents and BBQs at city beaches a possibility in Barrie It has been a long, hot summer at Barrie's beaches during COVID-19 Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.08.2020
Oro-Medonte company produced its 10 millionth face shield on Monday Firm spent millions of dollars to retool Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.08.2020
‘Minor’ fire in Orillia could have been worse if not for working smoke alarms Careless smoking blamed for fire Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.08.2020
Innisfil ideaLab & Library to offer “Browse, Borrow & Go” Service Doors to reopen Tuesday, August 11 Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.08.2020
Dog alerts sleeping family about house fire in Loretto Damage is in the hundreds of thousands of dollars Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.08.2020
Suspicious males attempted to stop female driver in Midhurst last Thursday Two attempts were made to stop the vehicle Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.08.2020
South Simcoe Police arrest suspect in half million dollar construction equipment thefts Police said the thefts happened within southern Ontario including Bradford and Innisfil Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.08.2020
New COVID-19 cases in Ontario cracks the 100 mark for the first time in a week Spike comes as Windsor-Essex joins the rest Ontario in Stage 3 of the province's reopening plan Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.08.2020
Person seriously injured after being struck by a vehicle in Barrie on Sunday Police said the driver fled the scene Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.08.2020
Saturday marked six straight days in which new COVID-19 infections in Ontario have remained below 100 Recoveries continued to outpace new cases Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.08.2020
Former Barrie mayor Rob Hamilton sells Queens Hotel after 46 years at the helm. Hamilton has not cut ties with the downtown as he remains chair of the BIA Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.08.2020
Hydro One extends ban on electricity disconnections The timeline has been extended without an end-date Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.08.2020
UPDATE: Simcoe County District School Board releases school reopening plan for September Schools will reopen with enhanced public health protocols and cohorting considerations in place Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.08.2020
OHL Announces Plan To Return To Play The season will include a 64-game schedule and a 16-team playoff format Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.08.2020
Education Minister holds firm on elementary school class sizes in COVID-19 era During a visit to the Barrie-area, Stephen Lecce repeated the advice given to the province by health officials Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.08.2020
Car stolen at gunpoint in Barrie, two 16-year old boys facing charges Suspects made two attempts to steal a vehicle and were successful on the second try Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.08.2020
Suspects sought by South Simcoe Police in Counterfeit Cash Investigation Fake Canadian currency was used to pay for meals Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.08.2020
New contact tracing app is a bust for those with older model cell phones Ontario is the first province to use the app Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.08.2020
Two drivers nabbed at the same time for stunt driving Saturday in Essa Township One motorist is in more legal hot water than the other Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.08.2020
Near-record number of lab tests processed as Ontario reported 116 new COVID-19 infections on Sunday Young adults make up the bulk of new COVID-19 cases Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.08.2020
Quite a catch by Huronia West OPP on Saturday on Highway 26 Police allege the driver repainted the vehicle's licence plate Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.08.2020
