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
Three busy Barrie Transit routes return to normal service next week Ridership is at about 40 per cent of pre-COVID levels 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
Traffic Stop in Orillia Friday results in drug seizure The vehicle was stopped as part of a drug trafficking investigation Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.08.2020
Endangered orcas at risk from U.S. Navy, activists warn The Navy inevitably crosses paths with these orcas from time to time during training or testing activities. Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.08.2020
Spike in fire deaths province-wide has Ontario firefighters alarmed Citizens are being urged to practise fire safety during pandemic Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.08.2020
New COVID-19 cases in Ontario on Saturday above 100 for a second day in a row People hospitalized with the virus continues to drop Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.08.2020
Fares being collected on Barrie Transit as of Saturday, August 1 City of Barrie has offered free transit for four months during the COVID-19 pandemic Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.08.2020
Lone Ontario ticket claims Friday’s $70 million Lotto Max jackpot It's the second time this year a single ticket sold in Ontario claimed a $70 million jackpot Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.08.2020
Barrie woman ready to “Lose Locks for Local Shops” Myshel Pajuaar wants to raise $1,500 in sales at downtown stores Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.07.2020
COVID-19 rules means Barrie woman can’t use physical touch to communicate with non-verbal daughter Group home visit prevents physical contact; mom wants changes made Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.07.2020
Barrie man killed in ATV crash in Parry Sound-area on Tuesday OPP said ATV struck a tree Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.07.2020
Toronto and Peel to move into Stage 3 of reopening the province Windsor-Essex to remain in Stage 2 Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.07.2020
Tourism Barrie lays out 18-month recovery plan Plan will be local at first, a regional approach by fall and provincial marketing come winter Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.07.2020
Cases of young adults in Simcoe Muskoka with COVID-19 is coming down, just not as fast as other age groups, says health unit Health unit does not criticize methods used by Barrie and Orillia to control waterfront crowds Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.07.2020
Barrie shelter holding inaugural Backyard Campout for Youth Youth Haven is the region's only shelter for youth ages 16-24 who are experiencing homelessness Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.07.2020
City of Orillia extends free transit Waiving of property tax penalty and interest expires July 31 Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.07.2020
Arrests made by Peel Police linked to July 17 Barrie bank robbery Two suspects in custody and two others are still on the run Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.07.2020
Innisfil ideaLAB & Library distributing free cloth masks Masks will be distributed at Lakeshore, Cookstown and Stroud branches Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.07.2020
Gun, money, suspected drugs seized by Barrie Police on Monday Car with four-way flashers on and fresh damage attracted the officers attention Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.07.2020
Kayaker rescued from Georgian Bay in Collingwood on Sunday remains in life-threatening condition A number of people were able to get the man to shore Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.07.2020
Bayshore Village Car Wash leaves lasting glow for Soldiers’ COVID Fund Organizer considered a donation or doing something bigger Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.07.2020
RVH eases visiting restrictions; maintains strict safety guidelines A limited number of visitors will be allowed at the health centre Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.07.2020
Toronto Maple Leafs fan favourite Eddie “The Entertainer” Shack has died at age 83 Shack won four Stanley Cups while playing for the Maple Leafs Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.07.2020
Longtime Barrie Colts coach Dale Hawerchuk is back in his fight against cancer, says son Eric Hawerchuk was diagnosed with stomach cancer in 2019 Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.07.2020
Hotspots remain as 137 new cases of COVID-19 were reported on Sunday 58 per cent of Sunday's new cases are under the age of 40, according to provincial health minister Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.07.2020
Alert from York Region Public Health after 3 people with COVID-19 attended a large party in King Township Health officials said the three did not practice physical distancing or wear a face mask or covering Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.07.2020
Bradford West Gwillimbury Councillor Gary Baynes has died after lengthy illness Baynes represented Ward 2 and was first elected to council in 2014 Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.07.2020
Area MPP urges continuous dialogue following waterfront parking fee uproar ignited by Premier’s comments Doug Downey said he has discussed in concept with Barrie Mayor about how to affect social behaviour that is ideally beyond monetary Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.07.2020
People under the age of 40 continue to drive up the COVID-19 numbers in Ontario There were 138 new cases of COVID-19 reported by the province on Saturday Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.07.2020
Several people assaulted at a residence in Tiny Township OPP said the victims were attacked with a wooden object Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.07.2020
Blue Jays remain homeless as Pennsylvania health officials reject plan to play in Pittsburgh Dunedin, Florida and Buffalo are still options Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.07.2020
Severn Township expands in-person services by appointment Severn Township Mayor encourages residents to continue to use contactless options Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.07.2020
Police don’t know if shooting in Bradford on July 17 was targeted or accidental The farm worker was shot while working in a field Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.07.2020
Fines for unlawful evictions go up, government encourages negotiated settlement between tenants/landlords Government hopes changes will keep people in their homes and help landlords receive payments Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.07.2020
Legions in a fight for survival during COVID-19 pandemic Several legions in the area are in jeopardy of closing if things don't turn around Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.07.2020
“Chair Girl” spared jail, gets probation, fine and community service Marcella Zoia made international news for tossing a chair off a 45th-storey balcony in Toronto Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.07.2020
CFL’s Edmonton franchise to drop ‘Eskimos’ nickname Team's Board of Directors says there will be an engagement process to choose a new nickname Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.07.2020
Average age of new COVID-19 infections in Simcoe Muskoka is 32, substantial change says health unit from when pandemic began Local medical officer of health said there is a new pattern related to transmission Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.07.2020
Update: Surveillance video of suspects from July 17 Barrie bank robbery released The suspects fled in a car that had plates that were later determined to be stolen Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.07.2020
Simcoe County public school board says three models for classes this fall are not without challenges Board chair says she understands parents are frustrated and want answers Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.07.2020
Neighbour dispute got ugly in Innisfil on Saturday Two men who came to the aid of a woman were allegedly assaulted Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.07.2020
Bradford West Gwillimbury Public Library eliminates fines for remainder of 2020 Savings from the closure of the library because of COVID-19 will make up for lost fine revenue Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.07.2020
Ontario reported 135 new cases of COVID-19 on Monday The dip in numbers comes as more health units could be allowed to move into Stage 3 reopening Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.07.2020
Innisfil Town Hall Reopens for walk-in services Some services will continue to be conducted online or by appointment Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.07.2020
OPP lay impaired charges following failed seat switch in Springwater Passenger who switched also issued a licence suspension Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.07.2020
Spikes in the GTA and Windsor-Essex as province reports 164 new COVID-19 cases on Sunday Case counts have topped 160 the past two days Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.07.2020
Trespassing charges against two people who refused to leave a store on Saturday that was at capacity OPP remind the public that businesses can limit the number of customers for public health reasons Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.07.2020
No ball! Feds deny Blue Jays request to play home portion of the 2020 MLB season at Rogers Centre Ottawa cited concerns over public health risks Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.07.2020
Most of the new COVID-19 cases reported in Ontario Saturday are in Windsor-Essex and Toronto More than 50 per cent of all new cases of COVID-19 are in people ages 20 to 39. Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.07.2020
UPDATE: Man shot while working at a farm in Bradford on Friday South Simcoe Police is appealing for information Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.07.2020
130 new cases of COVID-19 reported in Ontario on Saturday, as recoveries continue to outpace new cases Nearly 30,000 tests were completed in the last 24 hours Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.07.2020
Major step announced to expand broadband internet in Simcoe County This program is part of the government’s commitment to expanding access to broadband internet in rural areas Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.07.2020
Highway 400 pursuits early Wednesday lead to arrest of a suspect in Waubaushene OPP allege they found stolen property in the suspect vehicle Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.07.2020
Feds project a deficit of $343 billion this year, two million people to remain out of work during COVID-19 pandemic Federal debt will top $1.2 trillion in 2020-21 Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.07.2020
Ramara Township to close all public beaches as of Thursday Overcrowding, garbage dumping, and visitors ignoring COVID-19 protocols being blamed for closures Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.07.2020
UPDATED: People will be required to wear masks in all indoor public spaces in Simcoe Muskoka Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.07.2020
Peel police seize numerous guns and charge a Collingwood man A traffic stop in Mississauga led police to execute search warrants in Toronto and in Collingwood Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.07.2020
Robbery at Tim Hortons in Penetanguishene on Tuesday Police said the suspect was armed with a weapon Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.07.2020
Federal offender wanted on Canada-wide warrant known to frequent Wasaga Beach and Barrie Kevin Magoffin is serving time for robbery, assault and theft Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.07.2020
“Announcement of significance” to be made Tuesday about mask wearing in Simcoe Muskoka, according to District Chair of Muskoka Simcoe Muskoka Health Unit has said it's been weighing its options Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.07.2020
Not enough life jackets, impaired boating among the weekend infractions tallied by Southern Georgian Bay OPP Marine Unit Marine officers conducted 30 hours of patrol on the waters of Georgian Bay checking 110 vessels Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.07.2020
Art project to take flight this year in J.B. Tudhope Memorial Park Local artists encouraged to submit a design for a public piece of art for Orillia's new butterfly garden Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.07.2020
An Ontario man has made COVID-19 masks for the hearing impaired Max Cucchiella has donated 100 masks to the Bob Rumball Home for the Deaf in Barrie Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.07.2020
Boater charged with impaired and drug trafficking at Wasaga Beach marina on Saturday Revving of boat's engine caught the attention of police Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.07.2020
Three people charged, two others being sought following a robbery in Orillia on Saturday Police were alerted about a group of people with weapons walking on a trail near downtown Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.07.2020
Man pulled from Six Mile Lake without vital signs An effort was made to revive the man but he was pronounced dead Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.07.2020
138 new cases of COVID-19 reported by the Ontario government on Sunday 16 Ontario Public Health Units reported no new cases at all Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.07.2020
Fire on Saturday destroyed a boat in Orillia Fire chief praises the quick action of marina staff Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.07.2020
Update: 50 year old man dies in condominium fire in Barrie on Saturday Ontario Fire Marshal says cause and origin of the fire is still under investigation Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.07.2020
Man charged with impaired, another driver airlifted following two-vehicle crash in Tay Township on Saturday While OPP were investigating the crash, they arrested a second alleged impaired driver stuck in the traffic jam Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.07.2020
New COVID-19 cases reported Saturday is the lowest in a week 111 cases were reported on June 26 Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.07.2020
Have an eye for the weekend “buck moon” lunar eclipse There will be a full moon to go along with this lunar eclipse Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.07.2020
Distraction theft investigation with link to Barrie results in nearly 200 combined charges against two men Two men would approach victims and claim to have trouble with their car Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.07.2020
Deadly single-vehicle motorcycle crash near Creemore on Tuesday OPP said the motorcycle struck a guardrail Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.07.2020
Barrie holds first virtual Canada Day celebration Virtual fireworks show will cap off a day of events Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.07.2020
Setting off fireworks: Barrie Fire Department never recommends them as a good idea unless it’s a professional show Fire officials urge people to put safety first Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.07.2020
OPP investigating weekend arson and mischief at a Stayner home Investigators say an incendiary device was tossed toward the garage Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.06.2020
Ontario reported 157 new cases of COVID-19 on Tuesday, no significant increase in Windsor-Essex The majority of new infections were in Toronto, Peel and York Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.06.2020
No other positive COVID-19 cases at Simcoe Manor long-term care home Resident who tested positive remains in hospital Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.06.2020
Barn fire near Elmvale on Monday A damage total and cause has not been determined Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.06.2020
Innisfil seeking ways to keep non-residents out of Innisfil Beach Park The town handed out 130 parking tickets over the weekend Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.06.2020
ATV rider injured in crash in Victoria Harbour on Friday The injured person was airlifted to a trauma centre Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.06.2020
Georgian throws virtual celebration for 2020 grads on Tuesday Georgian College will hold an official convocation ceremony at a date to be determined Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.06.2020
$80-million affordable housing project in Orillia held up over cost City of Barrie's portion is $18 million and the mayor wants a more detailed breakdown of the cost Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.06.2020
UPDATE: Niagara Regional Police said child who was subject of Amber Alert on Sunday has been safely located Young boy was reported missing and was believed to be with his father Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.06.2020
178 new COVID-19 cases in Ontario as of Sunday The number of new infections has remained below 200 for five straight days Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.06.2020
Project Axle: Multiple charges in theft ring that spanned Muskoka, Simcoe County and the GTA Police believe the investigation will continue to solve thefts in central Ontario in the coming months Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.06.2020
Car plows into Rexall Drugstore in Stroud on Saturday 87 year old driver thought she had put the car in park Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.06.2020
Ontario records fewer than 200 new COVID-19 cases for a fourth straight day Hospitalizations continue downward trend Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.06.2020
Ford government extends emergency orders to July 10 Some restrictions on indoor facilities have been lifted Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.06.2020
‘Camp Orillia’ to open to assist those returning to work who require child care The camp will have about 530 spaces available for the entire summer Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.06.2020
UPDATE: Barrie police confirm woman missing since Tuesday night has been found, safe and sound OPP, Georgian Bay Volunteer Search and Rescue aided in successful search Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.06.2020
Barrie man killed, another with life-threatening injuries following Newmarket-area crash on Tuesday York Regional Police seeking witnesses Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.06.2020
Play ball: Major League Baseball has issued a 60-game schedule The season will start July 23 or July 24 Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.06.2020
Two break and enters in the Orillia area last week and the same suspect Pickup truck, bicycle and a motorcycle among the items stolen Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.06.2020
Gondola grads: Blue Mountain Resort is offering 2020 graduates a mountain top picture About 400 graduates will have their photos taken Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.06.2020
Majority of Canadians want to keep their distance: Leger poll Survey finds strong support for keeping two metre physical distancing rules Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.06.2020
Reformed Barrie Police Traffic Unit back on the road The traffic unit was shifted to platoons to assist in the battle against COVID-19 Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.06.2020
New Path adding to virtual services with free online mental health supports for Simcoe County families Demand for child and youth mental health services has increased during pandemic Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.06.2020
Ontario’s DriveTest centres reopen today with ‘limited service’ Full service is not likely to be restored until September Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.06.2020
Driver flees after a car flipped on to its roof in Barrie Sunday evening A passenger suffered minor injuries Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.06.2020
Trees and wires downed as Sunday storm pounds Innisfil Stroud, Cookstown-area among the hardest hit Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.06.2020
Ontario Police Memorial vandalized at the weekend The memorial was created to honour Ontario police officers who have died in the line of duty Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.06.2020
Impaired boater nabbed on the Severn River on Sunday Police received several complaints about a possible impaired boater Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.06.2020
Province reports 175 new cases of COVID-19 on Sunday This follows a slight uptick over 200 the previous day Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.06.2020
Rush to get to the cottage in the Midland-area Friday was costly OPP detachment commander added to his day by nabbing the driver Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.06.2020
OPP is finding people on boats with non-approved life jackets Look for a specific label on the life jacket that shows it has been approved Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.06.2020
UPDATE: Barrie man’s whereabouts confirmed and he is no longer missing The man was last see on Thursday evening Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.06.2020
Close call for off-duty cop, nearly hit head-on by a transport truck in Muskoka on Friday Crash leads to impaired driving charge against trucker Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.06.2020
Disturbance in Collingwood on Thursday prompts OPP to seek public’s assistance for information Police did not disclose details about the incident Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.06.2020
New COVID-19 cases in Ontario top 200 for the first time in six days This is the highest since 266 cases were reported on June 13 Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.06.2020
Summer will have some sizzle: Environment Canada’s David Phillips Summer holds the promise of being warmer than normal Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.06.2020
City of Barrie to offer modified summer day camps Camp registration begins Thursday, June 18. Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.06.2020
First time since June 3, no new COVID-19 cases reported in Simcoe Muskoka 19 public health units in Ontario have reported no new cases in the last 24 hours Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.06.2020
South Simcoe Police officers allegedly assaulted at disturbance call Tuesday night Police received a report about a fight involving 30 young people at an Alcona plaza Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.06.2020
County of Simcoe provides $1.5 million to RVH’s Child and Youth Mental Health Program This is the latest installment of the County's $5.6 million pledge to the program Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.06.2020
Flags downtown and along Barrie’s waterfront to recognize community heroes during COVID-19 pandemic The Barrie Heroes Campaign was launched last month Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.06.2020
Ford government extends emergency orders until June 30 Ontario first declared a provincial emergency on March 17 in response to the pandemic Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.06.2020
City of Barrie issues eviction notice to homeless campers at Milligan’s Pond City officials have been working with local agencies to find housing solutions Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.06.2020
Workplace and farm outbreaks of COVID-19 cause for concern, says local health unit Health Unit has no problem with municipalities barring non-residents from using waterfront parking Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.06.2020
Pedestrian struck by vehicle in Bradford on Monday is in critical condition The pedestrian was struck while trying to cross the road Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.06.2020
Canada-U.S. border to remain closed to non-essential travel until July 21 COVID-19 cases on the rise in 22 American states Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.06.2020
Former foster kid first to lead local Children’s Aid in 126-year history In more than a century, only one other board chair with lived experience as led an agency Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.06.2020
Robbery on the rail trail Sunday in Oro-Medonte Knife pulled on a male riding his bicycle Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.06.2020
Arrest made in Midland assaults; break and enter in Penetanguishene on June 12 Suspect is from Penetanguishene Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.06.2020
Simcoe County District School Board receives award for music education in elementary schools SCDSB has made a significant investment in music programs Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.06.2020
Ontario expanding Data collection to help stop spread of COVID-19 The government hopes to get a more complete picture of the outbreak Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.06.2020
Five people face 58 charges in Collingwood drug bust on Friday Four of the suspects are from Toronto Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.06.2020
Georgian College gets growing with community garden What's grown will be distributed to the on-campus food bank and local food bank Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.06.2020
Woman airlifted to Toronto hospital following crash in Severn on Sunday night A child securely fastened in a child safety seat was not injured Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.06.2020
12 new COVID-19 cases in Simcoe Muskoka since last update on June 12 Only five people are in hospital with the virus Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.06.2020
Huntsville man accused of seeking sexual services from vulnerable women The investigation began in May after police received a complaint Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.06.2020
Extension of CERB program being considered by PM Details expected later in the week Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.06.2020
Holland Marsh Growers’ Association: “Migrant workers are just like another family member.” All hands on deck to protect migrant workers from COVID-19 Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.06.2020
Ontario’s new COVID-19 caseload dips below 200 again 197 new cases of the virus, down from the 266 reported on Saturday Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.06.2020
Man killed in single-vehicle crash Saturday in Barrie Police said the vehicle left the road, rolled several times and the driver was ejected Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.06.2020
Pickup truck containing thousands of dollars in tools and fishing gear stolen in Innisfil The theft occurred in the early hours of June 4, 2020 Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.06.2020
New COVID-19 cases in Ontario remain below 300 for a sixth straight day The number of tests completed for COVID-19 continues to remain high Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.06.2020
Two people arrested Thursday after a traffic stop in Huntsville turned nasty A woman is accused of driving her car at police Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.06.2020
More people allowed to attend wedding and funeral ceremonies in Ontario Receptions will still be limited to 10 or fewer people Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.06.2020
Anti-Black racism rallies in Innisfil and in Orillia on Saturday Innisfil rally is also to be a celebration of Black culture and Black-owned businesses Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.06.2020
Drugs seized during traffic stop in Tay Township on Thursday The drugs included more than $7,000 in cocaine Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.06.2020
Beaches in Barrie reopen on Saturday The goal is to have lifeguards on duty by early July Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.06.2020
Wasaga Beach Mayor disappointed by province’s regional approach to reopening due to potential impacts on the town Nina Bifolchi said she is waiting to hear how the province will deal with influx of visitors to the community Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.06.2020
Local health unit admits enforcement of physical distancing will be limited as province moves to Stage 2 reopening Health authorities also addressed recent anti-Black racism rallies Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.06.2020
Simcoe County Council approves $177 million redevelopment of Simcoe Manor and Village More long-term care beds, seniors housing units/homes part of the redevelopment Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.06.2020
Innisfil launches online marketplace and support program to support local business Program encourages entrepreneurs and business owners to move their business online Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.06.2020
UPDATE: Barrie Police Services Board to discuss city councillor’s request to divert some of the police budget money to social services Keenan Aylwin said it will be an uncomfortable and difficult conversation for the Barrie Police Services Board Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.06.2020
Curbside pickup at Springwater Township Public Library begins Tuesday, June 9 Elmvale and Midhurst Branches first out of the gate, Minesing Branch starts June 11 Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.06.2020
Three youths tossed from vessel after colliding with a wake at Penetang Harbour on Friday A 16-year-old boy has been charged Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.06.2020
RVH begins safe, gradual surgical ramp-up Patients told to expect a different hospital experience than they have had in the past and things may take longer. Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.06.2020
Real estate market in Barrie and Simcoe County came back to life in May The number of residential units sold doubled Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.06.2020
Ontario reports lowest new COVID-19 case count since March 29 243 new cases of the virus and 24 more deaths Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.06.2020
SMDHU promotes free app so local residents can help identify ticks Due to COVID-19 physical distancing measures, the health unit is no longer accepting submission of ticks. Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.06.2020
Half of the 415 new cases of COVID-19 in Ontario listed as a ‘reporting delay’ Testing dips below the 20,000 mark Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.06.2020
11 year old boy dies from injuries after a collision with a pickup truck while riding his bicycle in Angus Police continue to investigate the collision Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.06.2020
Six types of hand sanitizers recalled by Health Canada The recalled hand sanitizers are made with industrial-grade ethanol Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.06.2020
Anti-Black racism protest in Barrie, second demonstration in three days Rallies held across the country Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.06.2020
Crash in south Barrie Saturday morning, one person airlifted to Toronto trauma centre Two people injured, one critically Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.06.2020
New COVID-19 caseloads in Ontario stays below 400 The number of individual tests completed in Ontario set a record for the third day in a row Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.06.2020
Emergency orders extended 10 days by the Ford government Restaurants and bars will continue to be restricted to take-out and delivery service only Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.06.2020
Black Lives Matter protest in Barrie on Saturday More than 1,000 people attended a protest on Thursday Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.06.2020
Orillia OPP execute 13 search warrants in early June Outstanding charges included assaults and drug offences Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.06.2020
Reopening of Sunset Barrie Drive-in delayed until Saturday, June 6 Online ticket problems to blame Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.06.2020
Guilty plea from an Innisfil man in child porn case that spanned Western Canada and the U.S. South Simcoe Police began an investigation after receiving information from the Mounties Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.06.2020
R.O.P.E. squad seeking a federal offender known to frequent Barrie James Christopher DeBruin is serving a two-year term for numerous offences Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.06.2020
Numerous vehicle break-ins in Alliston OPP said vehicles are being left unlocked Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.06.2020
“It’s not a matter of here we go again, it’s we’re still here.” A Barrie woman of mixed-race reacts to George Floyd death Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.06.2020
K9 unit tracks teen driving suspect who fled from South Simcoe Police on Tuesday A 16 year old youth is up on a number of charges Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.06.2020
Drugs seized during search warrant in New Tecumseth on Tuesday The search warrant was part of an ongoing drug investigation Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.06.2020
Need for speed alarms Oro-Medonte councillor Shawn Scott has started a "Please Slow Down" campaign Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.06.2020
Suspicious encounter in Bradford on May 5 has South Simcoe Police interested Couple told homeowner they were looking for their lost pet Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.06.2020
Epic fail as driver uses magic marker to update his licence sticker and is nabbed by Huntsville OPP on Monday The driver was already suspended Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.06.2020
Barrie woman builds community through diversity and inclusion Shelly Skinner said for white people, it is not enough to just put #blacklivesmatter on a post Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.06.2020
Horse racing gets back on the saddle at Georgian Downs Spectators will not be permitted Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.06.2020
Slew of guns seized by OPP from a Barrie residence on Monday Arrest of a suspect connected to a gun trafficking investigation Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.06.2020
Province plans to extend emergency orders until June 30 The motion to extend the orders will be debated at Queen's Park on Tuesday Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.06.2020
Drug charges against suspect who fled a traffic stop in Collingwood on Friday Police said the investigation is continuing Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.06.2020
Two men rescued on Lake Simcoe by South Simcoe Police on Sunday This is the second Marine call in a week involving poor weather Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.06.2020
Motorcyclist airlifted to hospital on Sunday following a collision in Innisfil An SUV collided with a motorcylce. Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.06.2020
Temporary change to layoff regulations announced by Ontario to help businesses The amendments will help businesses avoid permanently laying off workers and paying out severance Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.06.2020
Slight jump in COVID-19 cases in Ontario on Sunday Recoveries from the virus close in on 22,000 Read More > Facebook Twitter 31.05.2020
Vehicle strikes cruiser, flees traffic stop in Bradford on Friday Other vehicles forced off the road as Chrysler 300 sped away Read More > Facebook Twitter 31.05.2020
Fire at an abandoned home in Barrie on Saturday believed to have been intentionally set Three teenage males were seen in the area of the home Read More > Facebook Twitter 31.05.2020
Sunset Barrie gears up for June 5 opening as province allows drive-in theatres Drive-in may screen movie classics as starters Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.05.2020
Record number of tests conducted as 323 new cases of COVID-19 reported in Ontario Labs in the province turned around nearly 21,000 tests on Friday Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.05.2020
Ontario Parks expanding day-use activities, backcountry camping to be allowed Province also gives the green light for existing outdoor drive-in movie theatres to reopen Sunday Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.05.2020
COVID-19 outbreak redeclared at a Barrie long-term care home A staff member at Owen Hill Care Community has tested positive for the virus Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.05.2020
Ontario Nurses’ Association calls for demonstrated commitment from province to fix long-term care ONA: We will hold this government accountable to keep its promise to fix this ‘broken system.' Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.05.2020
Suspect with a Joker tattoo accused of stealing child’s bike at Alliston Dairy Queen on Monday Police tried to locate the bike or the suspect without any luck Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.05.2020
One million Face Shields produced at Oro-Medonte company Company President David Yeaman credits the entire staff for adapting to the change Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.05.2020
Barrie Transit extends free service, adds new safety measures Passengers encouraged to wear non-medical masks while riding public transit Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.05.2020
Hockey practices to resume at National Training Rinks in Barrie with four players-one coach format No access to change rooms, players must leave immediately after practice Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.05.2020
Trent-Severn Waterway to offer limited access, basic services starting June 1 Visiting the Trent-Severn Waterway National Historic Site will be different than it has been in the past. Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.05.2020
Emergency orders extended by the province until June 9 There was a steep dip in new COVID-19 cases Monday after five straight days where cases topped 400 Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.05.2020
Two Barrie residents charged Monday after two vehicles were stolen One of two Barrie residents is up on more than a dozen charges Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.05.2020
Good old hockey game might return, still hurdles to climb Toronto is seen as possible host for some of the games Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.05.2020
“Maskateers” do something special for so many during COVID-19 pandemic Masks were donated to long-term care homes, hospitals and other locations Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.05.2020
Five ‘maskateers’ launched a County-wide effort to sew masks during the pandemic Masks were donated to long-term care homes, hospitals, seniors, and the immunocompromised Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.05.2020
More people being tested at COVID-19 assessment centres in Simcoe Muskoka Health Unit encourages people to get outside and enjoy the warm weather but practice physical distancing Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.05.2020
Investigation into towing industry turf war in GTA results in arrests and hundreds of charges Police believe four murders and dozens of arsons are linked to the dispute Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.05.2020
Garbage collected curbside has decreased since Simcoe County began bi-weekly pickup in February Even with more people staying home due to COVID-19, staff said there is no need to increase garbage limit Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.05.2020
Man arrested at Pearson Airport Sunday in connection with 2019 robbery at Wasaga Beach video game store Suspect arrested after returning to Canada on a flight Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.05.2020
Renewed appeal for witnesses to a fatal motorcycle crash in Bradford on May 16 A Holland Landing woman is facing impaired and other charges Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.05.2020
Drug impaired crash Monday in Cookstown No injuries were reported Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.05.2020
Local businesses who could not access existing federal COVID-19 relief have another option New funding will focus on assisting "main street businesses" Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.05.2020
Body shops alerted following fail-to-remain ATV collision in Simcoe County Forest A pair of ATV's collided where the trails cross over Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.05.2020
Hiking fees at Blue Mountain Resort leaves a trail of unhappy people Resort said trail maintenance adds to costs, physical distancing rules add new pressures Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.05.2020
City of Orillia extends COVID-19 community assistance and prevention measures City will be cracking down on large gatherings occurring at the Kiwanis Skateboard Park Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.05.2020
Barrie and Simcoe County focusing tourism on domestic visitors, shop local during pandemic Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.05.2020
Drug investigation in Gravenhurst on Saturday nets two suspects Members of the public expressed concern to police about drug trafficking in the area Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.05.2020
OPP deploy spike belt to stop motorist on Highway 400 Saturday OPP helicopter was used to locate the vehicle Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.05.2020
460 new cases of COVID-19 in Ontario, 25 more deaths Premier Ford said province will release a "detailed testing strategy next week." Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.05.2020
Outrage as thousands jam downtown Toronto park, ignoring physical distancing bylaws Toronto Mayor John Tory said he was disappointed, noted there was compliance at many other parks Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.05.2020
More landfills to reopen in Simcoe County on Monday Residents are being asked to only use the landfills for essential drop-offs Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.05.2020
Alleged drunk drivers nabbed by OPP Friday in Midland and in Ramara Aggressive driver in one incident, a collision in another Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.05.2020
COVID-19 cases in Ontario top 400 for a third straight day The number of resolved COVID-19 cases is at 76.5 per cent Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.05.2020
Wrong-way driver on Highway 400 in Georgian Bay Township late Friday Motorist is up on several charges including impaired driving Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.05.2020
House fire in Angus early Saturday started on back deck Parents and two children got out of the home safely Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.05.2020
Fire danger rating in most of Simcoe Muskoka is moderate to high Grass fire in Tiny Township was accidentally sparked by a man who had a fire in a barrel Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.05.2020
Barrie Public Library downtown to offer curbside pickup, not yet at Painswick Library users in Barrie won't be able to access curbside pickup at least for a few more weeks Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.05.2020
CFL scraps games this summer, hopes for shortened season beginning in September Canadian Football League will base decision on what governments say is safe for players and fans Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.05.2020
Human remains found in Oro-Medonte on Tuesday OPP said they were called to a location in the area of Highway 400 and Highway 93 Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.05.2020
Impaired driver nabbed in Essa on Sunday registers three times over the legal limit OPP credit the public who assisted by reporting a suspected drunk driver Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.05.2020
Orillia woman snared in alleged fraud at Parry Sound bank on Tuesday The suspects are accused of identity theft and counterfeiting stamps Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.05.2020
Unruly liquor store customer tasered by OPP in Alliston on Friday Police were called about a person assaulting a store security guard Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.05.2020
Passed out motorist in Tiny Township on Tuesday charged with impaired and drug offences Stopped pickup truck attracts police attention Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.05.2020
Local Medical Officer of Health: “Reopening businesses is a calculated risk.” Dr. Charles Gardner said the virus can take off again if we are not careful Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.05.2020
Tip about suspicious vehicle near Gravenhurst prison on Friday results in impaired and drug charges There was concern contrband was being thrown into the facility Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.05.2020
Ontario extends emergency orders, drive-in religious gatherings to be allowed Bars and restaurants still restricted to takeout and delivery only Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.05.2020
Ontario Announces Independent Commission into Long-Term Care Opposition New Democrats have demanded a public inquiry into long-term care Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.05.2020
New cases of COVID-19 in Ontario drop for the second straight day The number has held steady over 300 since last weekend Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.05.2020
Snowbirds team member killed in plane crash identified as Capt. Jenn Casey The Snowbirds plane crashed in Kamloops, B.C. while on a mission called Operation Inspiration Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.05.2020
New COVID-19 cases per day in Ontario stubbornly remain in the 300-plus range Caseload count hasn't dipped below 300 in more than a week Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.05.2020
OPP lay charges in pizza delivery robbery in Midland on Saturday Police got word of the robbery when they stopped the pizza delivery driver for running a red light Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.05.2020
Ontario public high school teachers ratify contract with the province OSSTF: "Members won't forget this government's efforts to undermine publicly-funded education in Ontario" Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.05.2020
UPDATED: Motorcyclist killed in Bradford collision Saturday, woman charged with impaired driving causing death South Simcoe Police is appealing for witnesses. Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.05.2020
First clinical trial for a potential COVID-19 vaccine approved by Health Canada PM also announces another increase in the Canada Child Benefit Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.05.2020
Ontario’s new COVID-19 cases spike to highest level in a week 391 new cases of the virus, 33 new deaths Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.05.2020
Unofficial launch of summer muted by COVID-19 pandemic The first stage of Ontario's economic recovery started with the opening of golf courses and boat launches Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.05.2020
Up to 20,000 Air Canada workers to be laid off COVID-19 pandemic continues to punish the travel industry Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.05.2020
To the cottage or not to the cottage, OPP long weekend traffic safety blitz is underway Traffic and road safety remains top priority of OPP heading into unofficial launch of summer Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.05.2020
Barrie landfill reopens to the public today for ‘essential’ drop-off only Access to the landfill will be for urgent and essential use only Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.05.2020
Ontario Nurses’ Association wants public inquiry into COVID-19 outbreaks at long-term care homes The first Ontario nurse to die from the virus happened during Nursing Week Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.05.2020
BDAR Assisting Shelters, Local Businesses During Pandemic Local realtors association donating $7,000 to three local charities Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.05.2020
New emergency order allows Ontario to take over management of long-term care homes Under the emergency order, a hospital or corporation could manage a long-term care facility Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.05.2020
Lake Simcoe municipalities urge day-trippers to stay home Message from the mayors: It's Not Worth The Drive Up North Right Now Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.05.2020
Five new deaths from COVID-19 in Simcoe Muskoka, all victims are seniors Chief Medical Officer of Health said local caseloads are on a plateau and are not declining Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.05.2020
COVID-19 Hardship Bursary To Support Georgian Students $1 million in bursary to help ease the financial burden of students Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.05.2020
CNE cancelled due to COVID-19 pandemic This is only the second time in 142 years that the CNE has closed in its entirety. Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.05.2020
Construction milestone in south Barrie-Highway 400 overpass project The overpass is being built to ease traffic congestion and promote growth in Barrie's south end Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.05.2020
On wheels and on foot, a man tried to flee from OPP in Huntsville on Tuesday. Suspect has nearly a dozen charges on his rap sheet Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.05.2020
Donor honours National Nursing Week with $25,000 matching gift to RVH Jane Brown Jackson will match donations made by the public to the RVH COVID-19 Fund Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.05.2020
County of Simcoe targets May 25 to reopen more landfill sites County hopes reopening more sites will ease wait times Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.05.2020
Nursing Week: Barrie nurse finds working in the emergency department challenging and rewarding Patty Schilling said nursing gives her the opportunity to make a difference in people's lives Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.05.2020
Ontario government expected to seek extension of state of emergency to June 2 Ontario legislature to sit Tuesday and there will be a question period Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.05.2020
Fail to remain crash in Innisfil Sunday results in drug and impaired charges South Simcoe Police thank the public for their calls about the collision Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.05.2020
School boards urged to hold graduations and proms when it is safe to do so Education Minister suggests rescheduling events based on input from local medical officers of health Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.05.2020
Number of new COVID-19 cases in Ontario hits a six-week low The drop in new cases comes as Ontario has ramped up testing Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.05.2020
Final decision on back to school for Ontario kids coming this week Premier wants to have another look at the numbers Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.05.2020
Take two: Snowbirds to fly over Collingwood and Barrie-area on Sunday Saturday's fly over was scrapped due to snow Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.05.2020
Drug sting leads to the arrest of three people at a Barrie residence this week Numerous drug trafficking charges Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.05.2020
Provincial parks and conservation reserves to open next week Recreational activities will be limited to biking, hiking, walking and birdwatching Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.05.2020
Ontario reports lowest number of COVID-19 cases since early April Three-quarters of the deaths from the virus in the province are residents of long-term care homes Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.05.2020
Province to protect child care for parents when they return to work Child care centres will receive funding for their "fixed operating costs." Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.05.2020
Emergency order allows school board employees to be voluntarily redeployed to hospitals and other congregate care settings Ontario government said emergency order would help alleviate critical staffing shortages during COVID-19 Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.05.2020
Hardware and safety supply stores open Saturday The gradual reopening of Ontario's economy moves along Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.05.2020
UPDATE: Snowbirds won’t fly over Collingwood and Barrie-area today. Poor weather keeps Snowbirds grounded at CFB Trenton Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.05.2020
May will become March as polar vortex pays a visit through the weekend This cold snap will have legs and could be record-breaking Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.05.2020
Five additional COVID-19 deaths at long-term care facilities in Simcoe Muskoka One-quarter of COVID-19 cases in Simcoe Muskoka are individuals in long-term care homes Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.05.2020
Province scraps blue licence plates, going back to “Yours to Discover” white plates Stakeholders said plate gave off a glare in specific lighting conditions creating visibility issues Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.05.2020
Barrie mom wants provincial guidelines changed to allow visits with her non-verbal son at group home Since the COVID-19 pandemic, Pamela Libralesso has not seen her son since early March Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.05.2020
Barrie-area drive-in making plans for the season with COVID-19 in mind Sunset Barrie exploring online concession orders and ticket sales Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.05.2020
Traffic stop in Essa Township on Tuesday nets police a firearm and drugs OPP said a car was pulled over for speeding Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.05.2020
Barrie Farmers’ Market will launch season online,with drive-through and walk-up options About 30 to 35 vendors expected to be on board when season begins later this month Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.05.2020
Honda in Alliston to resume operations on Monday Production ceased March 23 due to downturn in economy because of COVID-19 Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.05.2020
OPP recover stolen property, two people from Collingwood-area charged Items stolen from mailboxes and construction sites Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.05.2020
Ontario Fire Marshal: Please don’t microwave your mask Fire fatalities have soared 65 per cent over the same period last year Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.05.2020
United Way Simcoe Muskoka launches relief funding for low-income residents and those affected by COVID-19 United Way has partnered with six Regional Agency Leads Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.05.2020
COVID-19 cases jump by 387 in Ontario Long-term care homes continue to take the brunt of the virus Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.05.2020
Canada Day will be a virtual celebration in Barrie Traditional Canada Day festivities cancelled due to COVID-19 Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.05.2020
Local Medical Officer of Health asks cottagers not to come; won’t issue a ban Health unit in Haldimand-Norfolk bans cottagers from their seasonal homes in a bid to stop COVID-19 spread Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.05.2020
COVID-19 cuts into proms and graduation ceremonies Schools with the SCDSB exploring alternative ways to celebrate student achievements Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.05.2020
Mental Health Week Promotes Social Connection Survey suggests most Ontarians use shortcuts to describe their emotional state Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.05.2020
City of Barrie launches “Together At Home” digital hub The hub provides a variety of recreational activities and resources Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.05.2020
On a swing and a prayer, GM of Innisbrook Golf Course prepping for a season Premier Ford said golf courses can gear up to open later, though no date was given Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.05.2020
Ontario reported 434 new cases of COVID-19 on Sunday Three-quarters of all deaths from the virus are residents in long-term care homes Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.05.2020
“Murder hornets” are the newest lethal threat in the U.S. The Asia giant hornet has been known to kill up to 50 people a year in Japan Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.05.2020
Canada’s top doctor “cautiously optimistic,” said efforts to flatten the curve are working Dr. Theresa Tam said everyone has a duty to protect one another Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.05.2020
Ultralight plane crashes into Georgian Bay in Muskoka on Saturday killing the pilot Transport Canada is assisting with the investigation. Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.05.2020
Lockdown protestors return to Queen’s Park, Premier calls them out for flying Canadian flags upside down Doug Ford said province will be able to re-open sooner if health protocols continue to be followed Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.05.2020
Ontario sees a jump in COVID-19 cases Virus continues to take a toll on residents at long-term care homes Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.05.2020
Fire bans lifted in some Simcoe County municipalities Fire bans were implemented at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic so crews could focus on emergencies Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.05.2020
Local Home Builders’ Association Welcomes Decision To Expand Construction Activity Ford government is allowing some essential construction projects to go ahead Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.05.2020
Mapleview Drive East closure extended until June 15 Frozen ground and removing water from the area delays reopening by a month Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.04.2020
Wasaga Beach Mayor: Town doesn’t have resources to manage Wasaga Beach Provincial Park Premier Ford is being urged to bring wardens back to the park Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.04.2020
County of Simcoe sees $1.1 million budget surplus to end 2019 Positive budget lines in social housing and paramedic services, $5.1 million hole in waste management Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.04.2020
Canadian Forces Snowbirds launch cross-Canada tour Operation Inspiration is to salute Canadians doing their part to fight the spread of COVID-19 Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.04.2020
SIU clears Huntsville OPP officer in August 2019 crash that injured two people SIU said the car crashed after avoiding a RIDE checkpoint Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.04.2020
Georgian College students supporting health-care partners with PPES Single-use face shields distributed to several hospitals in the region Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.04.2020
RVH sees drop in emergency department visits Chief of emergency department: ED is a safe place to be Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.04.2020
Tay Township council urges cottagers to stay home Mayor Ted Walker said seasonal residents who visit need to self-isolate for 14 days Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.04.2020
