News We are Barrie’s only live, 24-hour local newsroom. The current, reliable news you need to keep connected to your community. Check out what we’ve been working on:
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
COVID closes classrooms in Bradford and Alliston Six schools affected by COVID to date Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.09.2020
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
New provincial testing guidelines could ease RVH stresses Over 570 patients visited the drive-thru assessment centre on Wednesday alone Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.09.2020
OPP enforcing provincial gathering size caps Police to ensure no private gatherings of more than 25 outside, 10 inside Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.09.2020
Local health unit closes out work week with four cases of COVID, two in Barrie Eighty active cases, no hospitalizations in the region Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.09.2020
“It’s a community table, take some, leave some, it’s for everybody,” CareTable at Golden Meadow Park this weekend Pilot program came about after many picked up a new hobby Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.09.2020
Province halts sale of booze at bars and nightclubs after 11 p.m. starting Saturday COVID restriction also shuts down strip clubs Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.09.2020
OPP officer charged with firearms offences Charges related to training; did not involve the public Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.09.2020
CP Holiday Train derailed this holiday season due to the pandemic Will hold virtual concert and still donate to food banks Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.09.2020
Open Air Dunlop begins this weekend in Barrie in conjunction with Culture Days Residents invited to take in the new streetscape downtown Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.09.2020
Barrie’s provincial offenses act court remaining closed until October 16 Resolution by phone being offered as of September 29 Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.09.2020
RVH says thanks to the thousands of donors who helped fund life-saving equipment in the last year Almost all lifesaving equipment is funded by community donations Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.09.2020
Cops in Orillia bust two as part of ongoing drug dealing probe Police say cocaine, opioids seized Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.09.2020
Two classrooms closed at Sister Catherine Donnelly Catholic School following reports of positive COVID test Barrie school among the five in Simcoe and Muskoka impacted by COVID Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.09.2020
Local health officials eyeing second wave of COVID-19 with seven more cases confirmed Thursday Five more cases reported in Barrie Thursday, one each in Innisfil and Collingwood Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.09.2020
After 30 years, Simcoe-Grey’s Jim Wilson will not seek re-election Wilson was first elected in 1990 Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.09.2020
Health officials focusing on testing only those with symptoms as demand for testing continues to rise Those without symptoms should delay getting a test according to new guidelines Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.09.2020
As COVID numbers continue to rise Trudeau says we may not be gathering for Thanksgiving but we still have a shot at Christmas "We’re on the brink of a fall that could be much worse than the spring" Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.09.2020
No charges in death of Breonna Taylor; officer indicted for endangering neighbours Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.09.2020
Barrie turns the city’s flowers into compost in the fall Compost available for purchase Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.09.2020
Speech from the throne highlights federal focus on fighting back against COVID-19 Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.09.2020
Manslaughter charge laid following infant’s death in Wasaga Beach Mother of 11-month-old child also facing drug possession charge Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.09.2020
Huntsville pharmacy to be among the 60 across Ontario to offer COVID testing King St. location the only one within Simcoe and Muskoka to offer testing Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.09.2020
A dozen cases of COVID-19 in Simcoe and Muskoka, none in Barrie, as provincial tally rose by 335 First time in 19 days there were no cases listed in Barrie Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.09.2020
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
OPP charge Oro-Medonte man with manslaughter and drug dealing after 2019 death in Orillia Man found without vital signs outside Fittons Road home in September of last year Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.09.2020
Police probing attempted murder allegations in Penetanguishene Trio in custody, no charges laid yet Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.09.2020
Wednesday morning ATV rollover in Bradford claims one life Two others injured in collision Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.09.2020
U.S. surpasses 200,000 coronavirus deaths, eight months after first reported case First positive case was identified in a Washington traveller on January 21 Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.09.2020
A rare “blue moon” will light up the Halloween night sky First time a Halloween full moon will be visible in all time zones since 1944 Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.09.2020
U.S. Centers for Disease Control warns against door-to-door trick-or-treating for Halloween this year Recommends pre-packaged bags of candy be left at the end of the driveway 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
Provincial nurses association says nearly 100 layoffs coming to Newmarket hospital "cutting registered nurses is completely irresponsible," says ONA head Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.09.2020
One dead following single-vehicle crash west of New Tecumseth Commercial vehicle left roadway and struck tree Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.09.2020
Ten new local cases spread across all corners of the region as health unit notes spike in recent testing Testing centres running at full tilt to meet demand Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.09.2020
After an above normal Summer, Fall could be a Perfect 10 – Environment Canada Looks warmer and drier than usual 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
Applications being accepted for Barrie Anti-Racism Task Force Seven citizens representing city's visible minority population to be selected by third party Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.09.2020
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
Ontario caseload addition hits four-month high with 478 cases reported Ontario saw 477 on May 7 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
County of Simcoe celebrates national forest week You're urged to explore all the forests the county has to offer Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.09.2020
South Simcoe Police convince man to drop knife after report of domestic assault Woman told police she was punched Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.09.2020
Hundreds of elephants in Botswana may have died from toxic algae, officials say Could have caused paralysis and death related to respiratory failure Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.09.2020
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
Orillia to improve transit system thanks to $6 million in federal funding new shelters, bike racks, smart pay system expected Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.09.2020
Barrie Food Bank asking you open your wallet instead of your pantry this year Food bank hoping for monetary donations this year as they can't safely sort all the food Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.09.2020
15 cases of COVID in Simcoe and Muskoka since Friday, 425 across Ontario Recent local testing rates saw slight dip Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.09.2020
Barrie Central alumni fragment school’s goalposts to create lasting mementos A unique piece of Barrie's history Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.09.2020
1812 FC Barrie announces Julian De Guzman as president and co-owner JULIAN DE GUZMAN IS A FORMER CANADIAN PLAYER OF THE YEAR Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.09.2020
Airbnb cracks down on party houses Locations in Barrie among more than 40 suspended listings Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.09.2020
Barrie’s Will Dwyer rides a 5km loop for Terry Fox Run He has his sights on raising another $1 million Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.09.2020
A case of COVID 19 has been reported at Bear Creek Secondary School in Barrie Fourth case at a Simcoe County School Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.09.2020
Schitt’s Creek sweeps the Emmy’s comedy categories Holy Schitt! Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.09.2020
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
U.S. Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, champion of women’s rights, has died at 87 "We at the Supreme Court have lost a cherished colleague" Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.09.2020
Wasaga Beach man facing charges after attack dog unleashed on firefighters on the job Dog was shot by police, receiving treatment in Newmarket Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.09.2020
Rosh Hashanah is looking pretty different this year "It’s been the most difficult part of the pandemic for me, to not be able to see my family. " Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.09.2020
Another death in Simcoe County as province-wide case count surpasses 400 Region's caseload rose by 13 including six in Barrie Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.09.2020
OHL announces key dates in their return to play plan for 2020/2021 Training camps will begin Sunday, November 15th Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.09.2020
Proposed Barrie Police budget approaches $57 million, nearly two percent higher than last year Salaries and benefits the biggest single item on the tally Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.09.2020
Mayor worries Barrie, Simcoe County could be next in line for restrictions on social gatherings Same problem occurring here as in Toronto with rising COVID numbers Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.09.2020
Will Dwyer continues push toward Terry Fox Fundraising goal Ninety-Four-year-old at Barrie Farmers Market to talk to supporters Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.09.2020
New tech at OSMH will cut some COVID-19 testing paperwork entry by half Handheld units collect info directly from health card, avoiding manual data entry Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.09.2020
Police identify vehicle involved in Springwater Hit and Run under SIU investigation Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.09.2020
Ford government vowing to freeze rent in 2021 New bill tabled that would freeze rent-controlled and non-rent-controlled units next year Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.09.2020
Province restricts gathering sizes in COVID-19 hot spots Toronto, Ottawa, Peel; a dozen cases confirmed in Simcoe County Barrie's case count this week exceeded all of August Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.09.2020
Dangerous, drunk driving charges laid after car hit pole in Innisfil 23-year-old Innisfil man arrested on scene Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.09.2020
Hearst man drives nearly 1,000km to pick up $65 million cheque from OLG 67-year-old James Wickman loaded whole family into chartered bus to collect winnings Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.09.2020
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
RVH fully stocked and then some as local and provincial COVID numbers continue to trend upward Eight local cases of COVID reported Wednesday, 315 province-wide Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.09.2020
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
Hurricane Sally “likely” to bring “historic, life-threatening” flooding to U.S. Gulf Coast A metre of rain expected in some areas 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
Province teases pharmacy COVID testing as RVH notes increased demand Over 350 tests run at RVH on Monday alone Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.09.2020
Local health unit confirms Orillia high school staffer tested positive for COVID Twin Lakes Secondary staff member likely acquired COVID in the community not at school Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.09.2020
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
Police release video following Newmarket drunk driving arrest Six-year-old child found in vehicle pulled over Friday night Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.09.2020
Sick Kids study indicates classrooms too small to accommodate more than 15 students safely Simulation study makes host of recommendations Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.09.2020
Cocaine, fentanyl seized in Alliston drug bust Police said they seized enough fentanyl for 300 street doses Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.09.2020
Astronomers find possible sign of life on Venus Rare gas called phosphine found in Venus' atmosphere 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
Charge laid following fire at Barrie transitional home Lucy’s Place Staff and residents being praised with preventing further damage Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.09.2020
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
Province-wide COVID case count jumped by over 300 on Monday, 11 in Barrie, as hospitalization rate increases across Ontario Local hospitalizations remain low Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.09.2020
Jobs, the opioid crisis, homelessness and use of public spaces top of mind as Barrie City Council gets back to business Regular meetings resume tonight Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.09.2020
Researchers believe use of face masks may be providing some people with COVID-19 immunity May also ensure more new infections are asymptomatic Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.09.2020
Pfizer CEO says company will know if vaccine works by end of October Hundreds of thousands of doses have already been manufactured 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
Johns Hopkins researchers question controversial study linking Sturgis rally to COVID-19 spike California study claimed the rally led to more than 260,000 new COVID-19 cases across the U.S. 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
This year’s Culture Days featuring new showcasing program Artists in Biz Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.09.2020
Police looking for witnesses after Tiny Township hit and run puts cyclist in hospital Police believe cyclist was struck by blue Nissan Infiniti Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.09.2020
Provincial COVID casecount hits recent high as Barrie count increases by six "we haven't seen the need to roll anything back yet," health minister tells Barrie 360 Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.09.2020
Ontario Government launches site detailing those schools affected by COVID Site to be updated daily with new cases among schools or child care centres Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.09.2020
Trump says he didn’t lie about COVID-19 "What I said was we have to be calm. We can't be panicked." Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.09.2020
Trick or Treat? City awaiting guidance from health unit Remembrance Day and Santa Claus Parades in doubt Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.09.2020
Rona Barrie collecting donations for Youth Haven Customers can make a donation throughout September Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.09.2020
World Suicide Prevention Day highlighting local helping hands Dozens of resources available in our region alone Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.09.2020
Need for flu vaccine increased this year to keep hospitals free and focused elsewhere Surgery backlog, transitioning seniors, conflicting symptoms impacting hospitals Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.09.2020
Six cases of COVID locally on Thursday, including four younger people out of Barrie COVID cases among people aged 18 to 34 continues to decline more slowly than older age groups Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.09.2020
WE charity closing down after student grant program scandal Selling assets, eliminating staff and winding down operations Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.09.2020
Continued uptick in COVID cases as health minister notes ongoing demand for testing Number of tests run back up following slight decline after long weekend Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.09.2020
Mayor calls August labour market survey for Barrie ‘an amazing story’ Job situation among the best in the country Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.09.2020
Animal populations worldwide have declined by almost 70% in just 50 years, report says Blames humans alone for the "dire" state of the planet Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.09.2020
Trump admitted to journalist Bob Woodward he downplayed coronavirus threat in early days of outbreak Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.09.2020
UPDATE: Special Investigations Unit probing the death of 29-year-old man in confrontation with police in Collingwood OPP were called to a home on Third Street Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.09.2020
Child left alone in vehicle after Port Severn-area rollover Penetanguishene man charged Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.09.2020
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
Car impounded after police clock vehicle at 112km an hour near Bradford school zone 24-year-old man charged Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.09.2020
Two more cases in Barrie on Wednesday, five in total, as Simcoe County sees slight decline in new tests run 31 active cases, one hospitalization Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.09.2020
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
Fewer COVID cases announced Wednesday, fewer tests too Ontario marks three days in a row with no lives lost to COVID Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.09.2020
Concern, but no panic locally, over higher COVID-19 numbers Underlines importance of adhering to health safety protocols Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.09.2020
Four charged in connection to Canada-U.S. pot smuggling scheme Helicopter allegedly used to fly across the border at low altitudes Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.09.2020
Golfers raise over $350 thousand for Georgian Bay General Hospital First ever Captain’s Invitational Golf Tournament held in Midland Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.09.2020
AstraZeneca temporarily pauses COVID-19 vaccine trial after participant may have suffered adverse reaction "This is a routine action...while it is investigated" Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.09.2020
No injuries reported following Ramara plane crash No charges yet laid Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.09.2020
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
Crowding at local school could be a prime example of COVID fatigue "This is limiting to the quality of our lives." Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.09.2020
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
Local health unit increased COVID case count by 17 over the long weekend Majority of new cases in Barrie Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.09.2020
Collingwood continuing popular Veterans Banner program to mark Remembrance Day Get involved via a donation to the local Legion Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.09.2020
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
Back-to-back higher numbers released from Public Health Ontario following long weekend Over 230 recoveries and no deaths were reported in the last 24 hours Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.09.2020
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
Tim Hortons getting ready to bake up smiles with annual campaign Smile Cookie campaign starts September 14 Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.09.2020
Service Barrie, East Bayfield Community Centre, Collingwood’s Aquatic Centre reopen today; fares resume on Clearview Transit Night trains added to Barrie GO Line Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.09.2020
Killer whale who carried her dead calf for 17 days and 1,000 miles is a mother again Up to 70 percent of pregnant orcas end with a miscarriage or a calf that dies shortly after birth 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
3-year-old bakes and delivers more than 1,000 cookies for frontline and essential workers Mia has a Facebook page to update followers on her deliveries 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
Body of missing Scarborough boater recovered from Lake Simcoe Friday night Body of 21-year-old Kenean Teklemariam of Scarborough was recovered around 9 p.m. Friday Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.09.2020
Provincial funding could mean 50 manufacturing jobs in Bracebridge as mask maker ramps up production Smart Safe Science to receive $2 million Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.09.2020
Barrie jobless rate continues to better provincial, federal rates, minority groups hardest hit by national job losses Indigenous, female workers highly impacted as well Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.09.2020
Search continues for Scarborough woman who fell overboard on Lake Simcoe Thursday Multiple agencies involved in search for 21-year-old woman Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.09.2020
Peel Region the biggest contributor to an increased COVID-19 case count Friday Region reporting 72 cases, just two in Simcoe-Muskoka Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.09.2020
Blue Mountains crash claims two lives Vehicle left roadway near Blue Mountain Inn and struck tree, killing two, injuring a third Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.09.2020
Ontario Provincial Police will be highly visible this weekend hoping to keep collisions/fatalities to a minimum 179 people have been killed on OPP-patrolled roads this year Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.09.2020
Beach Advisories – Simcoe County, Muskoka, Haliburton, Kawartha Lakes Is the water safe? Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.09.2020
Search underway at the tip of Big Bay Point following Thursday afternoon call for help Police unable to release details of search and rescue operation underway near Big Bay Point dock Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.09.2020
Motorcycle surpassed 200km an hour in a Bradford 50 zone Stunt driving among the charges laid Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.09.2020
No new COVID cases in Barrie Wednesday, three across the region, and over a hundred province-wide No deaths province-wide in the past 48 hours Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.09.2020
New Canadian coin commemorates end of World War II $2 coin features V for victory and morse code engraving Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.09.2020
Unifor calls for safe re-opening of casinos across Canada 'No sound science that justifies keeping casinos closed' Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.09.2020
Pilots report seeing a “guy in a jetpack” near Los Angeles airport but experts are skeptical Two flight crews say they saw it Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.09.2020
CNE future in doubt after pandemic losses Might be able to reopen next year, but beyond that is in question Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.09.2020
Small ceremony held for new Base Borden Boss on Wednesday Colonel Dan Rivière has assumed command of the base Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.09.2020
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
Queen’s Park urging everyone to have confidence in transit increased ridership expected as folks go back to work after their kids go back to school Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.09.2020
Slight bump in COVID-19 numbers province-wide but no new cases locally Province confirming 133 cases on Wednesday Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.09.2020
County to hold controlled burn in Essa Township with aims to create a safe space for an endangered bird Controlled burn at Packard Tract to occur whenever conditions allow Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.09.2020
Barrie Toys “R” Us makes huge donation to the County of Simcoe Paramedic Toy Drive It's Christmas In July! (well, almost) 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
Could take a year-and-a-half to clear the backlog of surgeries in Ontario Tens of thousands of procedures were postponed Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.09.2020
Sandy Cove residents urged to watch out for each other after Bell service line to the community damaged Some phone, internet and cellular service could be down for a week Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.09.2020
“The First Degree,” a long-lost silent film, discovered in Illinois basement Most silent films have succumbed to decay or were destroyed Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.09.2020
Honeybee venom kills some breast cancer cells – Study One concentration destroyed some cancer cells in an hour 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
Five more cases of COVID in Simcoe-Muskoka as local uptick continues "We're definitely on an upward trajectory at this time." Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.09.2020
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
Service Barrie to offer full walk-in services by September 8 Services were available by appointment only since mid-July Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.09.2020
Liberal party launches whistleblower site to highlight gaps in return-to-school plan Keepyourschoolssafe.ca designed for parents, families, educators, and staff Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.09.2020
Georgina death being investigated as suspicious Woman's body found floating on Lake Simcoe Sunday Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.09.2020
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
Zimbabwe now investigating mystery elephant deaths Circumstances similar to elephant deaths in Botswana Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.09.2020
Three charged after man dragged by a vehicle in Orillia Victim was walking with a friend along the waterfront Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.09.2020
Drunk driving charge laid after vehicle crashes into Midland Pier Three men suffered minor injuries in the crash Read More > Facebook Twitter 31.08.2020
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
Bracebridge long-term care home staffer test positive for COVID-19, five more cases confirmed by local health unit Three more cases in Barrie since Friday's update from the SMDHU Read More > Facebook Twitter 31.08.2020
Ontario teachers’ unions file claim against provincial reopening plan, Premier begging for cooperation Premier says unions the only group not cooperating Read More > Facebook Twitter 31.08.2020
Feds lock down two more companies to provide COVID-19 vaccine, four in total, with millions in doses to be provided once available Ottawa financing ramp-up of vaccine production, packaging, administering abilities Read More > Facebook Twitter 31.08.2020
International Overdose Awareness Day: local emergency rooms saw an average of 43 overdose visits in the past 14 weeks Many resources available to those who need them Read More > Facebook Twitter 31.08.2020
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
Farmhouse to be closed three months following electrical room fire Fire damaged basement on August 23 Read More > Facebook Twitter 31.08.2020
SIU investigating Newmarket falling death Man killed Sunday evening after 9 metre fall from ledge Read More > Facebook Twitter 31.08.2020
Final ‘Dig’ of Dunlop Street reconstruction begins today at The Five Points Project completion expected in early November Read More > Facebook Twitter 31.08.2020
Daycare providers in Simcoe County finding their groove during pandemic Caregivers offer a few words of encouragement for teachers 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
At 112, there are fewer COVID cases today compared to yesterday’s spike of 148 Caseload addition comes amid news global tally has exceeded 25 million Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.08.2020
Barrie driver facing impaired driving, weapons charges after minor crash in Oro-Medonte Vehicle occupants required medical attention Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.08.2020
SIU clears Barrie Police after early July injury in squad car back seat Man fractured own hand punching partition, SIU says Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.08.2020
Drunk driving charge laid after Gravenhurst OPP follow trail of debris Truck driver struck debris leftover from earlier single-vehicle crash Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.08.2020
SpaceX to attempt historic back-to-back Falcon 9 flights Shortest span between two Florida orbit-class flights since 1966 Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.08.2020
How did COVID show up in the bathroom of a long-vacant apartment, and what does it mean? Evidence of spread through sewage pipes after a toilet was flushed in another unit Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.08.2020
U.S. Marshals say they found 39 missing children in Georgia during two-week operation Nine arrests Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.08.2020
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
Rise in COVID-19 cases in Barrie a concern, says mayor, but not a disaster Likely the result of 'COVID-fatigue' 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
A Marvel superhero down; what to look for in colon cancer A change in bowel habits among the signs to watch for Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.08.2020
Chadwick Boseman, “Black Panther” star, has died at 43 Diagnosed with stage three colon cancer in 2016 Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.08.2020
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
Severn Township crash claims the life of a motorcyclist Michael Ives of Victoria Harbour was pronounced dead on scene Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.08.2020
Bradford man accused of writing a dozen cheques with another man’s chequebook Twelve charges each of fraud and forgery Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.08.2020
Malfunction with cooling system leaves Thornton Arena without ice for the rest of 2020 Township staff working to meet all needs with remaining arena in Angus Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.08.2020
Long-term care home residents can now venture out on day trips or longer Those spending the night elsewhere will be required to self-isolate for 14 days Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.08.2020
Woman charged in connection to viral video out of Wasaga Beach SIU conducting probe after suspect was hospitalized after arrest Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.08.2020
NBA Playoffs to resume Saturday as League, Players’ Union works to convert arenas to voting locations Three-day playoff postponement brought on by player-led walkout Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.08.2020
Barrie saw 17 cases of COVID this week alone, compared to 16 throughout July City and province seeing continued uptick in cases as province marks four weeks in phase 3 Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.08.2020
New app could make Barrie Transit more accessible, promote inclusion, with easy to understand instructions MagnusCards app supporting those with unique cognitive needs Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.08.2020
In-person show planned for south Barrie Saturday, among the first concert experiences since the pandemic began Concert-goers to remain in their vehicles for the most part Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.08.2020
SIU clears OPP after April police chase ended in crash and fractured cheekbone Chase started in Angus, ended in Minesing Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.08.2020
Ontario’s teachers at no higher risk of contracting COVID-19 than health care workers, grocery clerks – MOH Back-to-school plan "is safe" Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.08.2020
Trump accepts GOP nomination saying “election will decide whether we save the American dream…or allow a socialist agenda to demolish our cherished destiny” Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.08.2020
Alberta man charged after indecent exposure in Collingwood Happened in the town's harbour Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.08.2020
Barrie City Hall set to offer more recreation options with East Bayfield Rec Centre set to open September 8 Sadlon Arena, Dorian Parker Centre, Five Points Theatre among facilities still not available Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.08.2020
Police investigating reports of shots fired in The Blue Mountains Nobody hurt in Monday evening incident Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.08.2020
OPP investigating after reports of racist video out of Wasaga Beach "This is not reflective of Wasaga Beach," says town's mayor Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.08.2020
Another COVID-19 case in Barrie, two overall amid uptick in local cases City has seen nearly as many cases in the last ten days as it did the entire month of July Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.08.2020
Police make arrest in Orillia after recognizing the signs of human trafficking Officers spotted a woman in emotional distress outside Orillia hotel room Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.08.2020
RVH offering same-day joint surgeries Surgery in the morning; recuperating at home that night Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.08.2020
Daily COVID count rises above the 100 mark for the sixth time in seven days Latter half of August seeing uptick in cases Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.08.2020
Lost hiker found “cold, wet, and hungry” but otherwise okay thanks to Clearview and Barrie Fire efforts "Another great example to make sure you have a charged phone with you when venturing out," says fire cheif Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.08.2020
Hurricane Laura bringing “catastrophic storm surge” to parts of Louisiana Expected to be downgraded to a Tropical Storm by late day Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.08.2020
NASA finds active galaxy far, far away that looks like a “Star Wars” TIE fighter Joins Saturn's Death Star moon Mimas and a Jabba-the-Hutt-shaped rock found on Mars. Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.08.2020
Multiple professional sports teams boycott games in protest of Jacob Blake shooting in Wisconsin "We are calling for justice for Jacob Blake, and demand the officers be held accountable" Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.08.2020
Woman charged with failing to report crash after gas pump knocked to the ground in south Barrie Nobody hurt, no fuel spilled Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.08.2020
Complaints of noisy exhaust lead to a few charges against a Bradford man Police say they found cannabis in the vehicle and plenty out of place under the hood Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.08.2020
Five cases of COVID announced by local Health Unit Wednesday, four in Barrie and one in Wasaga Beach Province-wide caseload rose by less than 100 for the first time in six days Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.08.2020
Province won’t make COVID testing mandatory for students under new guidelines Province defines school outbreak as two or more cases over 14 days Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.08.2020
Special Investigations Unit clears Toronto Police following death of Regis Korchinski-Paquet SIU probe indicates she lost her balance and fell to her death Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.08.2020
Missed the public school board back-to-school survey? Expect a phone call soon School board needs to know if your child is staying home or heading to class Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.08.2020
Ontario to receive over $380 million out of federal fund designed to improve school health and safety Ottawa committing $2 billion to provinces and territories Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.08.2020
County of Simcoe Paramedics riding from Barrie to Orillia and back in recognition of those who have fallen 100km bike ride taking place of annual Toronto-to-Ottawa ride Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.08.2020
Broadcasters face major cuts and closures as Canadian media crisis worsens Local broadcaster says radio remains viable Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.08.2020
Scammers threaten Ontario businesses with explosive devices Payment in Bitcoin demanded for removal of devices Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.08.2020
Georgian College offering microcourses for recently or soon-to-be laid-off workers to beef up their credentials New courses prepare workers to enter auto or advanced manufacturing sector Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.08.2020
Three facing drug and weapon charges after Monday morning traffic stop in Orillia Police say loaded handgun was seized from stopped vehicle Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.08.2020
Woman charged with fraud after GoFundMe account set up to cover nonexistent cancer treatment expenses Investigation began in March of 2017 Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.08.2020
School bus drivers’ union raises concerns ahead of back-to-school; local medical officer of health hints at low ridership Drivers' union concerned buses will be the "weak link" in provincial recovery Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.08.2020
COVID outbreak declared at Barrie’s Mill Creek Care Centre as health unit confirms two new local cases 100 cases added province-wide since yesterday Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.08.2020
Local catholic board hands down Return To Learn guide for families heading back to class Guidebook covers bus use, virtual learning, how to self screen at home Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.08.2020
Orillia Library welcoming back patrons to browse the shelves as of Wednesday Contactless pickup still available if preferred Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.08.2020
PJHL set December 1 as goal to get back on the ice Teams in Alliston, Stayner, Penetanguishene, Orillia, Schomberg, Midland, and Huntsville could see a 24 game season Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.08.2020
Nobody hurt, no fuel spilled, after pump knocked down at south Barrie gas bar Traffic disrupted in the area as fire crews held the scene Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.08.2020
Barrie City Hall looking for participants in Business in the Park pilot program Pilot provides expanded venues to allow for larger capacity Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.08.2020
Bracebridge man drowns as he saves another from the same fate Victim and three others went into the water to save an inexperienced swimmer Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.08.2020
All aboard the ‘Snow Train’: Old Farmer’s Almanac predicts more snow than usual this winter Boasts 80 per cent accuracy Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.08.2020
Two men face charges after paddle boarder capsizes in Georgian Bay Police say boarder was circled by two sea doo's Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.08.2020
Climate chaos: Extreme heat, wildfires and record-setting storms suggest a frightening future is already here Resemble the chaotic climate future scientists have been warning us about Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.08.2020
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
New recycling depot opens today at Barrie landfill site; no more waiting in line at the weigh scale Open Tuesday to Saturday Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.08.2020
Officials looking for the cause of fire that closed Farmhouse Restaurant Fire started in basement and was under control within an hour Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.08.2020
Police looking for pair of party crashers after trio assaulted at Innisfil get-together Both said to be in their early 20s Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.08.2020
Queen’s Park committing over seven million towards improving services for human trafficking survivors Funding to help cover survivors' court, living expenses Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.08.2020
Weapons charge laid after knife pulled during Bradford wedding 65-year-old man charged Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.08.2020
Brampton man cuffed after a fail to remain crash in Innisfil Monday morning Police say suspect fled the crash on foot, found nearby Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.08.2020
New CPC leader should start by reaching out to party, Canadians, says local MP of Erin O’Toole Barrie-Innisfil's John Brassard weighing in on new party leader Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.08.2020
Four new COVID cases in Barrie as provincial caseload addition surpasses 100 Local health unit confirming six cases across the region Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.08.2020
Barrie man facing impaired driving charge after Saturday night crash in Angus Man accused of being impaired and having pot too close at hand Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.08.2020
Back-to-back major storms barrel toward Gulf Coast Region bracing for heavy rain, storm surges Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.08.2020
Orillia brothers donate $12,000 to major reno at Orillia Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.08.2020
Erin O’Toole wins federal Conservative leadership race "Canada can and must do better" Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.08.2020
U.S. Food and Drug Administration issues emergency authorization for COVID-19 treatment Early trials indicate 35% better chance of survival when used in "optimal patients" Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.08.2020
‘You can’t get there from here’, stretch of Hurst Drive closed for resurfacing Bike lanes and multi-use trail also being added Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.08.2020
(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
Parents in Simcoe County thinking beyond traditional back to school discussions Hand sanitizer and masks are a part of back to school supplies this year. 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
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
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
Will Dwyer plans to participate his own way during Barrie Terry Fox Run Barrie man keeps working towards goals for Terry Fox Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.08.2020
A car-sized asteroid just made the closest fly-by of Earth on record — and NASA didn’t see it coming Was not big enough to pose a serious threat 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
Longtime Barrie Colts Head Coach Dale Hawerchuk passes away at age 57 Hawerchuk was the longest serving coach in Barrie Colts history 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
Michelle Obama implores Americans to “vote for Joe Biden like our lives depend on it” "If you think things cannot possibly get worse, trust me, they can" Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.08.2020
Real estate sales and prices across Canada rise above pre-pandemic levels Up nine per cent in Barrie from June to July Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.08.2020
One-in-five Canadians ignoring pandemic protocols – Poll 'Cynical Spreaders’ disregard most safety precautions, view public health officials negatively 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
Cyberattacks at Canada Revenue Agency slowing COVID-related support 5,500 accounts affected 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
COVID-19 symptoms often appear in this order, according to a new study The new findings help underscore how COVID-19 differs from other well-known illnesses 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
Toronto Public Health says roughly 550 people may have been exposed to COVID-19 at the brass rail tavern AN EMPLOYEE TESTED POSITIVE FOR THE NOVEL CORONAVIRUS 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
CMHC urges banks and credit unions to be cautious with mortgage money Should stop offering high-risk mortgages to first-time buyers, for now 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
OPP urge caution after debit/credit cards taken in thefts from vehicles in Orillia Two thefts this week Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.08.2020
Severn plumber wins big bucks in Lotto 6/49 Won over $107,000 in July 25 draw Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.08.2020
In just 15 years, the Arctic Ocean may be ice-free in summer, study says Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.08.2020
Anti-vaccination group files lawsuit over government response to COVID-19 Claims closure of businesses was extreme, unwarranted and unjustified Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.08.2020
Neck gaiters may be worse than not wearing a mask at all, study shows Could spread the virus further than not wearing a covering at all 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
Worst year ever? Majority of Canadians say YES! Ontarians and the young feel it most 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
New computer models suggest testing, tracing and distancing are key to preventing a COVID-19 resurgence in Canada May be a two-year endeavor Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.08.2020
New Zealand reports first coronavirus cases in 102 days: “We had all hoped not to find ourselves in this position again” People will be asked to stay at home, while bars and many other businesses will be closed 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
100,000 were eligible, just 257 Canadians have been pardoned for simple pot possession Pandemic has slowed process Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.08.2020
U.S. coronavirus cases top 5 million as pandemic rages on Canada's caseload grew by 195 Sunday with 119 thousand deaths Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.08.2020
NASA drops “insensitive” nicknames for cosmic objects NASA says it will only use official International Astronomical Union designations Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.08.2020
On Sunday, New Zealand marked 100 days without any new reported local cases of COVID-19 The news came the same weekend the U.S. surpassed 5 million confirmed cases of the virus Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.08.2020
New Covid-19 infections in Ontario remain below 100 for a solid week 79 new cases reported on Sunday. Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.08.2020
Barrie Police seek witnesses to motorcycle crash Driver taken to Toronto area trauma centre Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.08.2020
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
Man charged with painting a license plate to make it look like it belonged on a motorcycle Biker stopped for speeding through Innisfil Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.08.2020
Fewer new cases of COVID in Simcoe County this week compared to last, and fewer last week compared to the week before Fifth day in a row province saw fewer than 100 new cases Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.08.2020
Barrie man facing $1,000 fine after failing to quarantine for 14 days upon return to Canada Police say recent traveller hosted a get together with people who were unaware he should be under quarantine Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.08.2020
Ministry of Natural Resources wants to know who abandoned an old camper trailer on crown lands in Lake of Bays Trailer and other items left near access road sometime between July 30 and August 2 Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.08.2020
Ontario child care and early years centres sharing over $230M to support health and safety during reopening Funding coming from federal-provincial Safe Restart Agreement Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.08.2020
Ice caps formed during Little Ice Age roughly 5,000 years ago completely disappear from Canada "To watch them die in less than 40 years just blows me away" Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.08.2020
July jobless numbers show Barrie leading country in getting back to work "We have the highest employment rate in the country..." Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.08.2020
Anti-government protests break out in Beirut after deadly blasts: “Resign, you criminal!” Death toll at least 150 Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.08.2020
Arrest made in series of vehicle break-ins in Bradford 35-year-old man charged Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.08.2020
Local YMCA closures won’t stop work on getting Barrie waterfront facility off the ground Local YMCA CEO challenging one and all to put Orillia facility to good use Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.08.2020
Ontario’s COVID-19 caseload rose by less than 100 for the fourth day in a row, local count went up by one An Essa Township woman represents the only caseload addition locally Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.08.2020
Barrie Police to build anonymous sexual abuse reporting app with new Proceeds of Crime grant out of Queen’s Park South Simcoe Police also benefiting from new funding stream announced Thursday Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.08.2020
Local student transportation group working on routes and seating charts ahead of back-to-school in the fall Simcoe County Student Transportation Consortium to survey parents in the coming days Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.08.2020
Barrie City Hall closes off section of Great Trail for repair following heavy rain damage Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.08.2020
Hiroshima atomic bomb attack: City marks 75th anniversary as survivors call for change Ceremony at Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park scaled down due to Covid-19 pandemic Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.08.2020
Bradford men arrested in Combined Forces drug roundup Cocaine, fentanyl, heroin, opium confiscated Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.08.2020
Drunk driving charges laid after Orillia OPP wake up slumbering driver in idling truck 24-year-old Orillia man charged Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.08.2020
Thousands of Canadians were hospitalized or died due to self-harm last year 'Many people are not getting, or don't know how to access community care' Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.08.2020
Barrie’s RVH to be among hospitals participating in global COVID-19 treatment trial World Health Organization leading study into effective drug treatments for the disease Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.08.2020
More than 50 brands of hand sanitizer on Health Canada recall list Could cause eye and skin irritiation, headaches Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.08.2020
Beirut port officials placed under house arrest following deadly blasts Face 'the harshest punishment' if they are found responsible Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.08.2020
YMCA in Barrie, Orillia and Parry Sound will not be reopening Locations are not financially viable Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.08.2020
Canada’s Wonderland won’t reopen anytime soon despite “comprehensive reopening plan” If it does open this year, the Wonderland water park will remain closed Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.08.2020
No movement on overall local caseload as health unit adds one new case and moves one elsewhere Health unit confirming another life has been lost in connection to the disease Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.08.2020
Ontario Trillium Foundation to support province’s non-profits through new grant program Queen's Park committing $83 million to establish new fund Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.08.2020
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
Stunt Driving, Fail to remain charges laid in Innisfil Separate incidences involving South Simcoe Police 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
For the third day in a row, Ontario’s COVID-19 case count rose by less than 100 Majority of Ontario's public health units reporting no new cases at all Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.08.2020
Feds ink deal with pharmaceutical company to supply COVID-19 vaccine through 2021 as long as Health Canada gives final nod Pharma giant could supply up to 100 million doses worldwide by the end of the year Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.08.2020
SpaceX Crew Dragon astronauts describe thrilling return to Earth "What a ride!" Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.08.2020
Masks and distancing may be here for 2-3 years, vaccine or not No clear how effective a vaccine will be Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.08.2020
Township of Tiny terminates emergency declaration Residents urged to remain vigilant Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.08.2020
Collingwood continues Veterans Banner Program Banners with pictures of servicemen and women to be showcased in Downtown Collingwood Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.08.2020
Beirut, Lebanon explosions assessed day after port incident kills dozens, injures thousands Blast was heard 230 kilometres away on the sialnd of Cyprus 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
Over 300 tickets handed out, at a hundred bucks a pop, as City of Barrie continues waterfront parking crackdown Civic Holiday Long Weekend represented the first with a new parking fine structure in place Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.08.2020
Police in Bradford looking for clues after smash and grabs at three Bradford businesses overnight windows or doors smashed, cash taken Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.08.2020
Wilkins, Dock Road, Tyndale parks closed over erosion due to heavy rain, reopened as scheduled City crews trucking in material to fill eroded beaches Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.08.2020
Lake Couchiching boating event called “tipping point” by Rama First Nations Rama First Nations being asked that weekend get together at Chief Island be cancelled Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.08.2020
Innisfil man facing stunt driving charge after cops clock vehicle at nearly double the limit Licence suspended, vehicle impounded Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.08.2020
Five new cases of COVID added to local caseload over the long weekend Barrie saw its first case in over a week Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.08.2020
The City of Barrie wants to keep residents updated on its 2020 construction schedule With an interactive map of all projects 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
Two COVID-19 updates for the price of one; Public Health Ontario increases case count by less than 100 two days in a row 88 on Monday, 91 on Tuesday Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.08.2020
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
LINX Transit expands with route between Alliston and Bradford A sixth route connecting north Simcoe County coming this Fall Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.08.2020
Three men rescued from Pacific island after writing SOS in sand Found 190 kilometres off course Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.08.2020
Flying wheel injures three people on Highway 400 Police also investigating a stolen vehicle found in a ditch Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.08.2020
Holly and Allandale Rec Centres open today for swimming, fitness You must reserve time in advance Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.08.2020
Companies under fire for skin-lightening creams: “They need to ban the products” The beauty industry is experiencing a racial reckoning following Black Lives Matter protests. Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.08.2020
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
ONroute on its game despite lower revenues due to pandemic Helped keep emergency supplies moving in early days Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.08.2020
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
Wilford Brimley, “Cocoon” star and Quaker Oats pitchman, dies Brimley was almost as famous for his mustache as he was for his movies 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
Trump says he plans to ban TikTok from U.S. There is concern the Chinese-made social app could collect Americans' personal data 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
City of Barrie gets parking fine increase approved; a ticket will set you back at least 75 bucks $75 for early payment of a parking ticket, $100 after Read More > Facebook Twitter 31.07.2020
Go Snowmobiling Ontario app to get new enhancements thanks to provincial grant Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs to improve functionality Read More > Facebook Twitter 31.07.2020
Local COVID-19 caseload actually went down overnight, province-wide case count broke two-day streak One new case added to local caseload, two subtracted Read More > Facebook Twitter 31.07.2020
Orillia man arrested following overnight standoff Standoff began with follow up to previous dispute Read More > Facebook Twitter 31.07.2020
Province to reopen DriveTest centres as of Tuesday You can book your G2 road test soon Read More > Facebook Twitter 31.07.2020
New voluntary contact tracing app available across Ontario, alerts users if they’ve come into contact with someone with COVID over the past two weeks App uses bluetooth to communicate with other phones anonymously Read More > Facebook Twitter 31.07.2020
Simcoe County using $28,000 donation to supply more PPE for area homeless shelters Money coming by way of the Canadian Medical Association Foundation Read More > Facebook Twitter 31.07.2020
