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COVID-19 cases jump by 151 in Ontario 16 per cent of Ontario's COVID-19 cases is community spread Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.03.2020
“You’re done, you’re gone.” warns Premier Ford to COVID-19 price gougers Offenders could face fines of up $500,00 Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.03.2020
Public school board in Simcoe County working on plans should school closures be extended Board chair says they are putting an inventory together of what students need to continue the curriculum Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.03.2020
Premier Ford asking city slickers to stay away from cottage country until after COVID-19 blows over Small-town politicians and doctors say their hospitals don't have the resources Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.03.2020
Man accused of attacking a York Regional Police officer charged with attempted murder The suspect allegedly beat the officer with his own baton Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.03.2020
The mystery behind Germany’s low COVID-19 death rate The number of COVID-19 deaths in Germany has been surprisingly low Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.03.2020
Springwater man facing additional underage sexual assault charges following April 2019 arrest Man accused of luring victims under the age of 16 Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.03.2020
Barrie City Hall closing dog parks, basketball courts, and others, to promote physical distancing Parks remain open, but keep two metres distance from others while there Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.03.2020
Ontario is building ethical guidelines for doctors, 10,000 ventilators ordered Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.03.2020
Fender bender in Orillia Thursday night ends with drunk driving charges against elderly man No injuries reported Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.03.2020
Drugs, weapons seized during Friday morning raid of Midland home Cocaine, crossbow among items seized Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.03.2020
Six new cases of COVID-19 in Simcoe Muskoka as Health Unit drives home need for physical distancing Health Unit confirms it is probing Alliston restaurant Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.03.2020
Napoleon workers stepping up to fill a need for medical supply producers Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.03.2020
Trudeau increases wage subsidies for small businesses to 75% from 10% Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.03.2020
Bank of Canada cuts benchmark interest rate again, down to 0.25 per cent Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.03.2020
Public Health Ontario updating COVID-19 caseload daily; 135 new cases as of Friday morning Eight recoveries, eighteen people have died Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.03.2020
Pickup truck smashed into Bayview/Little convenience store in early morning break and enter truck in police possession as part of ongoing investigation Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.03.2020
Keep up with your dental hygiene to maintain your overall health Dentists directed not to do check-ups, or non-emergency procedures during this time Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.03.2020
Service Canada Centres Closing; Canadians can get support over the phone and on-line Closing centres following public health advice Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.03.2020
Police warn of text message scam offering ‘Canada Relief Funds’ RCMP posts list of potential frauds related to Covid-19 Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.03.2020
Covid-19: Closures and cancellations An abundance of caution has led to a series of postponements or closures Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.03.2020
OPP recover snowmobiles stolen from Deerhurst Resort earlier this month. The stolen goods were traced to an Innisfil address Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.03.2020
Charges laid in thefts throughout Muskoka and Simcoe County dating back to summer 2019 A middle of the night traffic stop turned out to be a coup for provincial police Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.03.2020
County of Simcoe to reopen some landfills for essential use only Four facilities to open five days a week Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.03.2020
Oro Medonte delaying property tax deadline as residents deal with COVID-19 fallout Township will hold virtual council meetings for the time being, live streamed for public consumption Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.03.2020
Barrie Police investigating series of opportunistic break-ins following provincial shut down order "someone out there is taking advantage of the situation that we are all living with." Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.03.2020
$30 for hand wipes? Doug Ford calls out businesses ‘price gouging’ during pandemic Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.03.2020
Midland to recommence work on King St. at the end of the month, including new sidewalks and lighting Phase Two of Rejuvenation Project to get underway as of March 20th Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.03.2020
Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit confirms eight new COVID-19 cases and an additional death Health Unit confirms Muskoka's first COVID-19 case Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.03.2020
You can now order alcohol from licensed establishments already offering take out or delivery Grocery stores now permitted to start selling earlier too Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.03.2020
Georgian College donating unused PPEs, manufacturing face shields to help front liners battle COVID-19 PPEs normally used by students sent to health-care professionals instead Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.03.2020
Worker unrest spreads amid high demand and more Covid-19 cases at Amazon warehouses Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.03.2020
Innisfil IdeaLab contributing to massive push for 3D printed face mask dubbed The Canadian Shield Own a 3D printer? You can help too Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.03.2020
Stevenson Memorial Hospital in Alliston asking for gloves, masks, and gowns Holding a Drive for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.03.2020
Honda extending plant shutdowns until April 6 – Alliston included Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.03.2020
Doctors warn to be wary of homemade and natural hand sanitizers Recipes could be ineffective or harmful Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.03.2020
Busy Bee Taxi In Midland offering seniors free rides to essential destinations Free in town trips for those 65 & up Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.03.2020
Orillia launches #OrillaCares; looking for acts of exceptional kindness Encouraging people to post positive and uplifting stories to social media Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.03.2020
SIU probing death of a woman at Kozlov Street apartment building Victim found on ground outside building Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.03.2020
Second worker at Huntsville eatery tests positive for Hepatitis A Customers of Family Place Restaurant in Huntsville may consider getting vaccinated Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.03.2020
Ontario government projects $20.5 billion deficit due to COVID-19 Ontario to double deficit to combat pandemic on a number of fronts. Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.03.2020
Police in Midland cuff man accused of hitting up drive-thru while drunk Elderly man had his licence suspended for 90 days, vehicle impounded for a week Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.03.2020
Man stabbed in Midland Tuesday, five people charged with attempted murder Male victim remains in serious condition Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.03.2020
Georgian College’s Entrepreneurship Centre develops hub to help local businesses during pandemic The hub offers a number of tools for small and medium-sized businesses Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.03.2020
Mandatory 14-day quarantine for anyone travelling into Canada Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.03.2020
Barrie makes changes to keep curbside collection drivers safe City asking to place items like napkins in a garbage bag rather than the green bin Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.03.2020
Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit confirms nine new cases of COVID-19 Wednesday, bringing local caseload to 21 Two contracted the disease through close contact, four through travel, two under investigation Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.03.2020
Some Canadians to get $2,000 per month from new emergency COVID-19 benefits Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.03.2020
Bradford man accused of driving while high after Wednesday morning crash Police also cuff teen in separate driving incident involving an ATV Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.03.2020
South Simcoe Police seeking thirsty thief Police allege the man made no effort to pay for the alcohol Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.03.2020
Youth Leadership Camps Canada hosting online activities Storytime, journaling, and daily challenges all from home Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.03.2020
Hating it or loving it: How local families are handling the new normal Many happy about the extra time at home but scared about the uncertainty Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.03.2020
COVID-19: Orillia closes skateboard park, off-leash dog parks and basketball courts Mayor stresses social distancing is crucial to halting spread of the virus Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.03.2020
Over 30 cases of stunt driving in York region this month Empty roads leading to heavy feet Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.03.2020
Helping neighbours program launched by Muslim youth group to help those in need Providing grocery pick-up and moral support Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.03.2020
COVID-19 infections in Canada shifting from travel-related to community transmission Nearly half of cases in Canada are community-related Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.03.2020
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Georgian Triangle closing Agency blames deterioration in financial situation due to fundraising challenges Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.03.2020
Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority temporarily closes all 19 conservation areas LSRCA says decision was taken in light of COVID-19 pandemic Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.03.2020
OPP reports first member to test presumptive positive for COVID-19 The OPP was made aware of the diagnosis on March 21 Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.03.2020
Barrie Construction Association urges province to pass legislation to protect construction workers during COVID-19 outbreak Council of Ontario Construction Associations warns failure to act could impact province's economy and employment Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.03.2020
Collingwood hospital confirms additional COVID-19 cases Hospital puts out list of things community can provide to support physicians and employees Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.03.2020
Elderly Orillia woman who acquired COVID-19 locally among new cases confirmed by Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit Simcoe County man admitted to Newmarket hospital in region's second new case to date Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.03.2020
Innisfil Mayor declares state of emergency, urges people to stay at home Mayor Lynn Dollin says too many people aren't understanding the gravity of the threat from COVID-19 Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.03.2020
Six people arrested following stabbing in Midland; victim with life-threatening injuries Tips from public assisted the OPP in making arrests Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.03.2020
Covid-19: Ford Government scales back hydro rates to 10.1 cents-per-kilowatt-hour Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.03.2020
Police seeking witnesses to serious crash in Georgina Tuesday morning Georgina man suffered life-threatening injuries Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.03.2020
Dry Cleaners Association defends essential workplace status "It is important for all to continuously keep their clothes and bed linens clean," says association head Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.03.2020
Ontario places extra restrictions on long-term care homes to curb COVID-19 Long-term care residents restricted from going out with family or visitors for the day Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.03.2020
How businesses can be protected while sitting unoccupied for a prolonged period Barrie Fire offering up help to employers nervous about closing up shop Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.03.2020
Rocky road ahead for suspect charged in ice cream theft in Orillia Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.03.2020
Options for Barrie Colts’ fans with unused tickets Can put toward next season or ask for refund Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.03.2020
Bradford West Gwillimbury declares State of Emergency over COVID-19 Declaration recognizes long-term implications of COVID Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.03.2020
Walk-In Clinics open at Alliston Walmart, Alcona Pharmasave Phone screening first, then follow-up with a doctor Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.03.2020
Free transit in Orillia: Riders must board and exit using rear door. Riders asked to keep 2 metres from other passengers Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.03.2020
Tokyo 2020 Games have been postponed for a year due to Covid-19 outbreak Biggest event yet to be affected by the pandemic Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.03.2020
GO Transit no longer accepting cash in an effort to protect staff and passengers. Passengers encouraged to load PRESTO card using the APP Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.03.2020
Town of Midland sends financial aid proposal to Prime Minister Trudeau 'Simple but effective solution to provide financial and psychological relief to Canadians' Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.03.2020
Province details workplaces deemed essential ahead of mandatory Tuesday night shut-down Healthcare-related construction, radio stations, pharmacies among that deemed essential to the province Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.03.2020
Canadian Hockey League announces cancellation of OHL, WHL and QMJHL playoffs and Memorial Cup Remaining regular season games were cancelled last week Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.03.2020
Mayor Harry Hughes declares State of Emergency in Oro-Medonte Township council to meet later this week to address relief measures for residents and businesses Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.03.2020
City of Barrie Declares State of Emergency to streamline response to COVID-19 Declaration one of many across the region Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.03.2020
Orillia man climbs on to roof of plaza to try and flee from police Suspect was being investigated for breach of recognizance Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.03.2020
Free Wi-fi along Barrie’s waterfront More access points expected in the summer Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.03.2020
Barrie Food Bank preparing for increase in demand, updates how to donate and use service Barrie Food Bank encouraging online donations, no food drop offs Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.03.2020
Ontario schools will not reopen April 6 as COVID-19 cases continue to climb Premier Doug Ford said the back-to-school date is unrealistic Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.03.2020
All non-essential businesses ordered to close in Ontario amid pandemic Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.03.2020
Youths get egged in New Tecumseth and OPP aren’t impressed The incident was captured on numerous residential surveillance systems Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.03.2020
Bracebridge OPP nab two alleged impaired drivers after a pair of separate crashes There were no injuries in either crash Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.03.2020
Barrie Construction Association assisting RVH with supply needs including N95 masks N95 masks are better able to protect health care workers from COVID-19 Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.03.2020
Simcoe-Muskoka’s tenth confirmed COVID-19 case sought treatment in Orangeville, recovering at home in New Tecumseth Woman had recently returned from the Middle East Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.03.2020
‘Enough is enough’ says Trudeau who warns Canadians to stay home during outbreak Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.03.2020
Province providing $200 million in social services relief funding during COVID-19 crisis New funding will support homeless shelters, food banks, municipalities and individuals Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.03.2020
Playgrounds, waterfront fitness equipment closed in Barrie to combat COVID-19 City of Barrie says measures will also promote social distancing Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.03.2020
Province launches new online self-assessment tool with clear instructions on what to do next You're encouraged to take online test before calling Telehealth Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.03.2020
Suspect sought after theft from Essa Township hardware store $170 power tool taken during Saturday afternoon theft Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.03.2020
Police probing circumstances surrounding Orillia man’s Saturday morning death, but do not suspect foul play Elderly man found unresponsive outside Orillia business Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.03.2020
Trio charged with spending counterfeit currency in Orillia after local business recognized suspect descriptions Three Barrie men accused of spending phony bills in Orillia and Rama First Nation Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.03.2020
Suspects sought in theft of snowmobiles and trailer in Bradford Sleds and trailer were swiped during the overnight hours Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.03.2020
Barrie Police looking for pair of suspects after late February theft at north Barrie LCBO Four bottles taken in evening theft Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.03.2020
Barrie Police reminding everyone that minor crimes can be reported online Criminal record checks obtained online too, limiting foot traffic at police HQ Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.03.2020
Elderly man, stuck in house buried by snow, rescued after 5 days in Northern California Utility workers repairing power lines heard a faint scream Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.03.2020
Province closes Drive Test Centres, Travel Point locations No penalties for missed appointments Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.03.2020
Air Transat lays off 70% of Canadian workforce amid Covid-19 pandemic Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.03.2020
Lindsay man, 80s, succumbs to COVID-19; sixth death in Ontario No travel history and no known contact with anyone, confirmed to have COVID-19 Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.03.2020
Federal government urging Canadians returning from abroad to self-isolate for two weeks No socializing, no shopping Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.03.2020
Markham woman, 72, York Region’s first COVID-19 related death Had recently travelled to France, Tahiti and Los Angeles Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.03.2020
Canada will only participate in the Tokyo Olympics if they are postponed a year International Olympic Committee now says postponement is an option Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.03.2020
Garbage collection changes take effect Monday in Orillia, Simcoe County Orillia allowing one untagged bag per household Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.03.2020
Man in his 70s, who travelled to UK, first COVID-19 related death reported in Toronto Entered hospital March 14, died March 21 Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.03.2020
House of Commons to sit Tuesday to pass emergency legislation to aid Canadians during COVID-19 outbreak The measures include an enhanced Canada Child Benefit and benefits for Canadians who are out of work Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.03.2020
48 new COVID-19 cases reported in Ontario on Sunday Two more recoveries and two deaths Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.03.2020
Texas children’s hospital keeps young patients connected to family during COVID-19 outbreak The hospital is ramping up in-house activities Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.03.2020
Pay raise for Metro and Loblaws employees during COVID-19 outbreak Grocery stores are considered an essential service and cannot be shuttered Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.03.2020
McDonald’s Canada to close dining rooms and stop take-out service Restaurant chain says drive-thru and McDelivery remain available Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.03.2020
Orillia closes access to public playground equipment in response to COVID-19 The City says municipal playground equipment cannot be sanitized Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.03.2020
#TheFrontStepsProject: Boosting spirits and raising funds for the Barrie Food Bank Barrie photographer asking for 5-minutes of your time Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.03.2020
Premier Ford urges manufacturing sector to help deal with Ontario’s medical supply shortage President and CEO of Barrie hospital says RVH currently has 36 ventilators Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.03.2020
Second COVID-19 death reported in Barrie The Alberta man had close contact with a Barrie man who was the first COVID-19 death in Simcoe Muskoka Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.03.2020
Service back up to speed again after some Barrie Transit drivers refused to work over COVID-19 concerns City staff and contractor came up with a solution to ease concerns of drivers Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.03.2020
Arrest made in Midland break and enters Several homes were broken into in early March Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.03.2020
58 new cases of COVID-19 in Ontario, including 3 men in Simcoe Muskoka Three new cases in Simcoe Muskoka are travel-related, one person in hospital Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.03.2020
Canada-U.S. border now closed to non-essential travel The rules are in place for 30-days Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.03.2020
Music legend Kenny Rogers has died Rogers topped pop and country charts in the 70s and 80s Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.03.2020
Free LINX transit service, new curbside waste collection rules in Simcoe County County of Simcoe is taking on a number of initiatives to deal with the pandemic Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.03.2020
Failure to practice social distancing could cost you in the pocketbook Provincial police say fines can range from $1,000 for the public, up to $500,000 for businesses Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.03.2020
Aidan Brown is hoping OHL career isn’t over Colts overager may have played his last game Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.03.2020
The province and elementary teachers’ union reach a tentative deal Ratification vote will take place next week Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.03.2020
City of Orillia has declared a State of Emergency; provides city with more power to protect residents’ health and safety 'If we do not do this, our community will become very sick' Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.03.2020
COVID-19 Pandemic is Ontario’s 3rd state of emergency Preceded by SARS and The Blackout of 2003 Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.03.2020
Police discover stolen goods while probing road rage incident in Bradford Beeton man charged with theft and assault Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.03.2020
Barrie Construction Association concerned how COVID-19 could affect supply chain and ability to finish projects on time Need legislation to exempt contractors and sub-contractors from liability for project delays Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.03.2020
Border still open to foreign farmworkers; ‘their importance cannot be over-estimated’ But will be turned back if they show signs of Covid-19 Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.03.2020
Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit confirms three new cases of COVID-19 Friday afternoon including Orillia and Alliston One man had just returned from Austria, similar to a previously announced case Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.03.2020
“Learning must continue” Province launches Learn At Home online education tool for Kindergarten to Grade 12 Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.03.2020
Ottawa to help manufacturers boost production to combat COVID-19 Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.03.2020
Quick thinking Orillia mugging victim helped police lay charges by remembering the bad guys’ licence plate Trio of youth facing series of charges Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.03.2020
Barrie Police nab ‘red-gloved bandit’ after fourth convenience store hold-up in same day Same store hit three times in 16 hours Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.03.2020
Ontario could run out of intensive care beds soon even if rate of COVID-19 infection is cut in half – Study Need to identify and create opportunities for additional capacity Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.03.2020
Province extending validation of drivers licences, photo ID, health cards and more In an effort to reduce person to person contact Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.03.2020
The toilet is not a trash can: Non-flushable products being thrown down the loo could lead to sewer clogs Only Flush the 3P’s - pee, poop, and paper (toilet paper) Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.03.2020
Seven arrested after robbery at south Orillia home Five adults, two youth facing a combined 35 charges Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.03.2020
Queen’s Park unanimously passes worker protection legislation at emergency legislature meeting Province also allowing expired health cards to be used Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.03.2020
Barrie Police say suspect wore red gloves to rob the same downtown convenience store twice in a day Third theft reported by Thursday afternoon Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.03.2020
City makes Barrie Transit free and waives some late payment fees Free ticket to ride as of March 20th Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.03.2020
Halton Public Health confirm second Covid-19 related death in Ontario; man in his 50’s Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.03.2020
Two charged with trafficking after police pull over vehicle in Tiny Township Tuesday afternoon cocaine, oxy, valued at $29k, seized Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.03.2020
Police looking for more victims after door-to-door scam in Snow Valley involving young girls Kids were going door-to-door collecting funds, police say it was a scam Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.03.2020
Covid-19 assessment centre opens in Orillia at Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital Use self-assessment tool before deciding to go Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.03.2020
Barrie Police investigating numerous reports of slashed tires along St. Vincent, Penetang, and Queen Streets A 12-year-old has been charged Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.03.2020
Bradford West Gwillimbury announces grace period for some utility payments, and free transit No penalty or interest applied until the end of the next billing period Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.03.2020
Del Duca pushing Liberals forward Local Liberal riding association president says 'it's time' Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.03.2020
Shut in doesn’t mean seniors in long-term care homes have to be shut out during COVID-19 outbreak Family Councils of Ontario encourages creativity to stay in touch with elderly loved ones Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.03.2020
Masked man made off with till after Saturday morning hold up at Stayner Circle K Employee put up a fight Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.03.2020
Simcoe County declares ’emergency’ as Covid-19 takes hold declaration affords officials additional powers Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.03.2020
Keeping your home fire safe while spending more time within it Make sure you're charging your cellphone on a hard surface to prevent heat buildup Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.03.2020
OHL concludes 2019-20 regular season due to COVID-19; fingers crossed for playoffs Barrie Colts finish 5th Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.03.2020
Innisfil neighbours lend a hand to elderly man known for helping others Facebook group became concerned over his living conditions Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.03.2020
Midland Walmart store underwent precautionary cleaning over COVID fears Corporation working with health officials Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.03.2020
OSMH Foundation Creates COVID-19 Emergency Preparedness Fund OMSH Foundation wants to make sure hospital have the resources to fight the virus Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.03.2020
COVID-19 assessment centre opens at Collingwood hospital The public is asked not to show up to the Assessment Centre to be tested for COVID-19 Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.03.2020
Town of Innisfil launches website to keep you informed and share good news stories Website offers resources and community information while social distancing Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.03.2020
Trudeau announces $82B aid package to help Canadians buy groceries, pay rent Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.03.2020
Covid-19: Scientists know more about how long coronavirus survives on surfaces Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.03.2020
Canada and U.S. closing border to non-essential travel, but won’t impact trade Early info on agreement came via tweet from American President Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.03.2020
Canada’s largest banks have plans in place to help people weather the COVID-19 storm Plans include payment deferral for mortgages up to six-months, and relief on other credit products Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.03.2020
Bay Haven Care Community asking for your kids letters & artwork Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.03.2020
County of Simcoe closes several services to contain the spread of COVID-19 Key essential services maintained with some restrictions Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.03.2020
Mayor announces Economic Support Task Force and Social Support Task Force to deal with impacts of COVID-19 in Barrie A number of initiatives have been discussed Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.03.2020
Crowds overwhelm COVID-19 assessment centre in Barrie Health officials say only show up at the assessment centre if you have symptoms you cannot manage at home Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.03.2020
Ontario’s first COVID-related death: Elderly man at RVH could have succumbed to virus Chief Medical Officer of Health said case begs questions whether there has been community transmission Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.03.2020
RVH announced Tuesday that visitors will not be permitted with some limited exceptions Exceptions will be made for the emergency, pedantic and birthing unit under strict guidelines Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.03.2020
Canadian’s will have an extra month before taxes are due The income tax deadline will be moved to June 1st Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.03.2020
Dedicated hotline established to answer Employment Insurance concerns as feds waive one-week waiting period 1-833-381-2725 Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.03.2020
High-end shoplifters in Barrie make off with over $4,000 in fragrances. Police hope someone from the public can identify the suspects Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.03.2020
Barrie Food Bank bracing for higher demand as COVID-19 impacts workplaces "We will do the best that we can with the resources we're given," Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.03.2020
Local trainers offer advice on how to stay active during gym closures Things you can do to keep fit the next several weeks Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.03.2020
Barrie Women & Children’s Shelter in need of hand sanitizer after store shelves clean out The shelter is currently supporting 35 women and children amid COVID-19 Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.03.2020
Barrie Chamber of Commerce President says shop local means more than it ever has before Buy from local restaurants offering takeout, purchase gift certificates some ideas being floated Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.03.2020
Tom Brady announces he will not be returning to Patriots, is exploring free agency Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.03.2020
Zehrs in Barrie, Orillia offering seniors-only shopping hours during Covid-19 crisis 7 a.m. to 8 a.m. Monday to Friday Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.03.2020
Barrie fire investigators probing blaze Monday at house under-construction on Bishop Drive No one hurt Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.03.2020
Construction and Covid is double whammy says head of Downtown Barrie Business Association BIA says it is currently laser focused on supporting membership through these unprecedented times Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.03.2020
County health unit recommends bars and restaurants close or switch to take-out/delivery only Also recommends private schools, daycares, churches and theatres close Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.03.2020
Ontario’s top doctor recommends temporary closure of bars and all dine-in to prevent COVID-19 spread Recommendation does not apply to take-out or delivery service Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.03.2020
Screening process thorough at Pearson "I really don’t know what else or more they can do,” Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.03.2020
Mayor Jeff Lehman announces he is self-isolating after travelling to the US Barrie mayor not showing any symptoms Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.03.2020
Three dogs stolen during Saturday afternoon break and enter to Innisfil home, four teens charged Dogs taken during armed incident Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.03.2020
Bradford police want to reunite some goods stolen early Monday morning to its rightful owners Woman facing theft-related charges Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.03.2020
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has closed Canada’s borders to all but citizens All international flights being redirected to Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver or Calgary Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.03.2020
Fraudsters posing as energy company reps in Bradford/Innisfil The phone calls come from phone numbers spoofing the Alectra number Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.03.2020
Barrie Police are looking for two suspects after a $750 item was stolen from Best Buy A Pioneer AV receiver went missing on Tuesday from the Park Place location Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.03.2020
COVID-19 assessment centre opens in Barrie The centre is located at the rear building of the Eagle Ridge complex at 490 Huronia Road Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.03.2020
Police still need public information regarding a series of pellet gun incidents in Bradford and Innisfil The incidents took place in November, December and January Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.03.2020
It’ll take a village to conquer COVID-19, and Barrie is yours Barrie based Facebook groups extending virtual helping hand Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.03.2020
Premier Ford announces measures to protect workers during COVID-19 outbreak Legislation would give employees job-protected leave due to isolation or to care for children Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.03.2020
Scribes: St Thomas Aquinas students get special first aid training by Willow Girard, Student Journalist, St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Secondary School Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.03.2020
Renewed appeal for information regarding pellet gun incidents in Innisfil, Bradford Windows of parked vehicles and homes were shot at Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.03.2020
Don’t expect pro sports to start anytime soon in North America Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.03.2020
RVH cancels all elective non-urgent surgical procedures Barrie hospital says the decision will reduce non-essential visits to the health centre Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.03.2020
Ontario government expands Telehealth resources to curb COVID-19 outbreak. Province moves to decrease Telehealth wait times Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.03.2020
Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre warns of COVID-19 related frauds – test kits, treatments and more Fraudsters preying on fears, uncertainties and misinformation Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.03.2020
Ontario Superior Court of Justice suspending most operations; only urgent matters will be heard Suspension in effect until June 2 Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.03.2020
Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation announces all casinos in the province will close temporarily Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.03.2020
Collingwood teens do ‘good deed’ for elderly neighbours scared to venture out Teens help elderly with supplies amid COVID-19 outbreak Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.03.2020
Simcoe-Muskoka’s top doc says elderly man from out-of-province getting COVID-19 treatment at RVH as Bradford woman recovers at home Man had stayed at Barrie's Hampton Inn from March 5th to the 11th Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.03.2020
Fewer rush hour weekday GO trains to and from Barrie due to COVID-19 Overall ridership on Metrolinx has dipped 40 per cent since January. Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.03.2020
Personal visits with inmates in Ontario, Federal prisons suspended due to COVID-19 Authorities suspend personal visits with inmates Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.03.2020
Operator of Casino Rama and Gateway Casinos Innisfil says it is following rules laid out by provincial Medical Officer of Health Union wants casinos closed due to COVID-19 pandemic Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.03.2020
Quarantined Italians seen, and heard, singing together from their windows while country is on lockdown People joined together in song, as darkness fell over the vacant streets Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.03.2020
Barrie doctor, Brian Morris, promoting public health approach to firearms; says preventing damage better than fixing it Day of Action planned for May 27 Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.03.2020
Province launches $10-million ad campaign to raise public awareness about COVID-19 The public awareness campaign will offer tips to individuals, families and caregivers Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.03.2020
Beaver Valley Ski Club closes after member tests positive for COVID-19 Two other members being tested Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.03.2020
Ontario’s top doctor urges long-term care homes to ban all but essential visitors during COVID-19 pandemic The province is trying to maintain the safety of its most vulnerable residents Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.03.2020
Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit wraps up investigation into Barrie’s first COVID-19 case with no new infections "...all COVID-19 testing to date has not revealed any new cases," says Simcoe and Muskoka's top doc Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.03.2020
Global Affairs Canada advises against non-essential travel; recommends Canadians abroad return while options available Simcoe County couple may 'weather the storm' in Portugal Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.03.2020
Ontario government asks people to practice normal grocery buying habits COVID-19 scare has sparked panic buying at grocery stores Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.03.2020
Friday evening fire destroys cottage in Port Carling Three other structures on the property were saved Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.03.2020
Body of man found in Toronto believed to be connected to March 2 shooting near Collingwood Investigators don't believe there is a threat to public safety Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.03.2020
Lakehead University in Orillia to deliver classes online for rest of the term Classes cancelled Monday, March 16 and Tuesday, March 17 so faculty can prepare Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.03.2020
GO Transit responding to anticipated dip in ridership over COVID prudence with reduction of service. Move comes as response to anticipated decline in demand Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.03.2020
City of Barrie closing all recreation facilities as a precaution against the spread of COVID-19 Theatres, libraries also shuttered Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.03.2020
Union representing Casino Rama workers pursuing a closure of the heavily populated workplace This pressure comes hand-in-hand with The Chief Medical Officer of Ontario's Friday advisory Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.03.2020
All Georgian College classes move online in response to COVID-19 The campus will remain open and faculty is still required to attend Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.03.2020
Ontario’s top doctor recommends suspending gatherings of 250 people or more Dr. David Williams suggests Ontarians practice social distancing Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.03.2020
Barrie shelters that assist people experiencing homelessness place restrictions due to COVID-19 Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.03.2020
House of Commons shutting down until April 20 to curb spread of COVID-19 Suspension comes as Prime Minister Trudeau remains in self-isolation Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.03.2020
Two arrests, $4,100 in stolen property seized following Huntsville shoplifting spree Police say goods were stolen from various businesses in Huntsville Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.03.2020
City of Barrie making changes to recreation programs, cancelling March Break Camps due to COVID-19. Anyone impacted by cancellations will be contacted directly Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.03.2020
Six dedicated COVID-19 assessment centres to open in the GTA and Ottawa Health Ministry says locations were chosen because they are all in areas experiencing "a significant growth in testing." Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.03.2020
Tips for managing Covid-19 anxiety 'Limit the level of intrusions' Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.03.2020
Canadian researchers identify agent responsible for COVID-19; will help develop better treatments and vaccines 'Amazing things that can happen when we collaborate' Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.03.2020
Colts send players home after CHL pauses play over COVID-19 concerns 'I know if it was my kid on the team I'd want him home with me' Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.03.2020
COVID-19 – What you need to know What is it, what are the symptoms, how do you protect yourself... Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.03.2020
Prime Minister Trudeau begins 14-day isolation; Sophie Gregoire Trudeau tests positive for COVID-19 Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.03.2020
Ontario Minor Hockey Association suspends hockey indefinitely Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.03.2020
English Catholic Teachers’ Union reaches tentative deal with the province; ratification vote in early April OECTA strike action suspended during ratification Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.03.2020
“It’s really important to note that RVH is very ready for this outbreak,” RVH President says Janice Skot says that Barrie is prepared after county's first case of COVID-19 is confirmed Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.03.2020
Barrie Colts and OHL pause season amid COVID-19 pandemic The decision follows those of the NHL and NBA to postpone the regular season Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.03.2020
All publicly funded schools in Ontario ordered to close for two weeks following March Break, including local Public, Catholic boards All publicly funded schools in Ontario will be closed from March 14th until April 5th. Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.03.2020
Georgian College cancels 15th annual Pow Wow in light of COVID-19 concerns The event was set to take place Saturday but there are no plans to reschedule Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.03.2020
Police charge 34-year-old woman with assault in Bradford The woman claimed she had a delivery and the alleged assault occurred when the resident answered the door Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.03.2020
The NHL has suspended its season amid COVID-19 outbreak Announcement comes as basketball, soccer season Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.03.2020
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and wife Sophie Gregoire in self-isolation awaiting COVID-19 test results Sophie has been showing mild flu-like symptoms since last night; Trudeau has yet to display symptoms Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.03.2020
Simcoe County’s first COVID-19 case; a man in his 40’s, recently returned from Spain, sought treatment at RVH Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.03.2020
Ontario cuts funding for EarlyON services in Simcoe County by 6.5% in 2020 Simcoe County will receive $3,813,256; a $248,016 decrease from 2019 Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.03.2020
Brian Beal leaving role as Director of Education of Catholic school board to join Assembly of Catholic Bishops Has been with the Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board for 30-plus years Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.03.2020
Travel from Europe to U.S. suspended for 30 days to try and halt spread of COVID-19 Ban to begin on Friday Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.03.2020
Coronavirus fallout: NBA suspends season until further notice after player tests positive for COVID-19 Utah Jazz player confirmed to have illness Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.03.2020
Tom Hanks says he and Rita Wilson have tested positive for coronavirus The celebrity couple was in Australia for a film project Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.03.2020
Barrie Colts, other OHL teams asked to keep distance from fans, not shake hands with opponents, to curb COVID-19 spread OHL asking for restrictions on dressing rooms too Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.03.2020
Health Unit confirms a case of Hepatitis A at Family Place Restaurant and Pizza in Huntsville Health Unit says this is not a reflection on the business; the virus can happen anywhere Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.03.2020
Orillia OPP charge three teens with drug trafficking and the possession of a handgun on Saturday Police allegedly found psilocybin, cocaine and cannabis; along with a .22 Smith and Wesson handgun Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.03.2020
Province says there is widespread support for increased speed limits on 400-series highways Survey running concurrently with 110 km/h pilot project in some areas Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.03.2020
Long journey ends in Midland for 25 Northern dogs now looking for a home. 25 dogs, including 16 puppies arrived from Northern Manitoba Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.03.2020
City of Barrie engineering head says Harvie Road bridge construction is right on track Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.03.2020
World Health Organization declares COVID-19 a global pandemic but states “we are not at the mercy of this virus” Nearly 120,000 cases reported globally Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.03.2020
Consumers are being warned to be cautious of free-trials of online products The Competition Bureau of Canada warns that many online free samples come at a hidden cost Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.03.2020
Convicted rapist Harvey Weinstein sentenced to 23 years behind bars Lawyers were seeking five, judge said 23 Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.03.2020
Some Barrie roadways will remain closed until mid-summer while infrastructure updates continue McKay Road, Dunlop Street, Owen Street, Mapleview Drive East and Innisfil Street remain closed Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.03.2020
Teen creates real-time COVID-19 tracking website that millions of people are using Number of illnesses updated every 10 minutes Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.03.2020
Federal government committing $1 billion to help Canadians cope with COVID-19 Money committed to added medical supplies, vaccine research Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.03.2020
New scam advertising fake business summit at Nottawasaga Inn swindles people out of bitcoin Fraudsters advertised International Fair Trade Business and Investors Summit Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.03.2020
Greens pan Ford Government plan for revenue-generating highway billboards “We need real vision to lead the province through tough challenges" Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.03.2020
Local conservation authorities warn with Spring Thaw comes faster-moving bodies of water Melting snow, shifting ice, more rainfall all contributing factors Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.03.2020
Sudbury man is Ontario’s 37th positive case of Covid-19; had attended a recent conference in Toronto 26,000 were expected to attend the conference Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.03.2020
SIM swap: police suggest upping your authentication process with cellphone service provider in the face of new scam that allows bad guys access to your phone You may not be aware it is even happening Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.03.2020
OPP looking for witnesses after several guitars were stolen from an Oro-Medonte residence 2 suspects broke into a residence on Highway 12 at approximately 2:30 p.m. Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.03.2020
Expected 10 cent drop at the gas pump at midnight Wednesday may not be cause for celebration Former MP Dan McTeague says Canadians are going to wind up paying for lower gas prices in many other ways Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.03.2020
Air Canada suspending all flights to Italy as of Wednesday, over fears of COVID-19 Suspension to remain in effect until May 1st Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.03.2020
Tractor trailer driver charged with careless driving after driving into a ditch in Bradford Driver was northbound on County Road 27 before driving into a ditch north of Line 5 Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.03.2020
Bracebridge mayor concedes the ability to prevent flooding hasn’t changed much as Ford government releases flooding strategy More than a thousand permanent and seasonal residences suffered damage in last year's spring flooding Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.03.2020
South Simcoe Police charge four teens following after-school brawl in Bradford One teen of 20 assaulted, no medical attention required Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.03.2020
The City of Barrie wants to know if the public wants to eliminate the vacant land tax discount program The program provides a 35% discount on vacant land properties which amounts to $1.5 million a year Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.03.2020
February real estate stats show the average price of housing in Simcoe County increased 3.5% 466 residential units were sold in the region in the month of February Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.03.2020
City Hall investigating whether textile collection bins could help finance addiction recovery centre in Barrie Cornerstones To Recovery has been fully funded thanks to textile collection Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.03.2020
Man charged in connection with a stabbing in Bradford last Friday An argument between two men turned physical Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.03.2020
Barrie Fire investigation points to smoking as cause of Country Lane blaze Monday night Elderly woman sent to hospital as a precaution Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.03.2020
Orillia councilor faces a five-day pay suspension after an integrity violation Councillor Ralph Cipolla was found in violation of Orillia's code of conduct Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.03.2020
Maple syrup is flowing in Simcoe County despite milder winter Good start to production at Shaw's Maple Syrup Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.03.2020
No serious injuries following fire on Barrie’s Country Lane One person was taken to hospital for observation Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.03.2020
March break getaway: Local health unit urges people to review Government of Canada travel advisories Local health authorities say risk of infection in Simcoe Muskoka remains low Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.03.2020
Barrie Job Fair being held on March 11th at Liberty North from 2pm-6pm Close to 40 employers will be there Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.03.2020
Huntsville mom charged with impaired by drug, young son was in the car with her The woman was charged after emergency crews responded to a collision Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.03.2020
ManpowerGroup predicts moderate hiring climate in Barrie in Q2 20% of employers planning to hire Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.03.2020
Seven-cents-a-litre drop in the price of gasoline predicted for Wednesday Oil producers still at odds over production levels Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.03.2020
City Hall to review public art acquisition process after public balks at pricetag of recent purchase Review to take place after city spends $15,000 on Soapbox Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.03.2020
Barrie City Hall calling on Queen’s Park to review and strengthen Lake Simcoe Protection Act Act calls for the protection and restoration of the lake and its watershed Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.03.2020
City of Barrie looking for ways to make Barrie-Collingwood Railway an economic and jobs driver Study done ahead of possible sale of Barrie's railway stake to the county Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.03.2020
City of Barrie tentatively approves Scanlon Creek funding request; $150k going towards new Nature Centre Funding only part of $6.5 million pricetag on Bradford-area facility Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.03.2020
Over 50 human trafficking-related charges laid after Barrie Police raid escort service Three people arrested during execution of search warrant Friday Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.03.2020
Sunday night fire at abandoned home on 6th Line of Innisfil deemed suspicious Witnesses sought to 6th Line and 20th Sideroad fire Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.03.2020
Two drivers charged with impaired driving in separate incidents Saturday in Bradford and Innisfil A 56-year-old man in Bradford and a 39-year-old woman in Innisfil both face charges after road-side checks Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.03.2020
B.C. health officials confirm first Canadian fatality due to COVID-19 at a North Vancouver long-term care home At least 68 across Canada have contracted the disease Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.03.2020
OPP charge man with five counts of assaulting an officer following Friday afternoon chase through parts of Simcoe County Barrie Police say driver could face a number of hit-and-run charges too Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.03.2020
New BIA boss says downtown Barrie construction project is currently the biggest challenge for business owners Kelly McKenna wants to market good news stories out of the downtown Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.03.2020
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with a free post-secondary application at Barrie and Orillia Georgian College campuses The college will be waving the application fee between 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. on March 17th Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.03.2020
Springwater Township allowing off-road vehicles to use municipal roadways Move creating more recreation opportunities, says township mayor Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.03.2020
Barrie Police looking for a suspect after a break and enter to a south end home-under-renovation Home entered sometime late morning on February 25th Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.03.2020
OPP announces improvements to mental health and occupational stress support in response to its April 2019 review Leadership among current and future members also a top priority of changes Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.03.2020
COVID-19: Lessons from the 1918 flu pandemic; lack of information, lack of expertise 50-100 million people died worldwide Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.03.2020
Three new cases of Covid-19 confirmed Sunday in Toronto; travellers from France, Washington DC, Colorado Provincial total at 31 Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.03.2020
Cindy Tonn named new president of Barrie and District Christmas Cheer Has served Christmas Cheer for 25 years Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.03.2020
Price of gasoline below $1 per litre in Barrie due to Covid-19 uncertainty and fears of a price war between producers World oil market has declined 35 per cent since Friday Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.03.2020
March is Fraud Prevention Month: Canadians lost as much as $98 million to fraud in 2019 Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre says fraudsters want to create trust with the people they intend to victimize Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.03.2020
Items recovered after series of vehicle break-ins along Drury Lane in Barrie Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.03.2020
Dozens gathered in downtown Barrie Sunday to mark International Women’s Day Photo essay by Louise Jones Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.03.2020
Jackie Kennedy, Lucille Ball, Golda Meir, Malala Yousafzai among Time Magazine’s 100 “Women of the Year” In the history of Time's original "Man of the Year" and "Person of the Year" covers, only nine featured women. Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.03.2020
Facebook bans ads and commerce listings for face masks amid coronavirus outbreak Online sales of virus protection products have skyrocketed Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.03.2020
Fatigued Colts no match for Ottawa 67’s in a 6-0 drubbing The Colts were playing their third game in three nights Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.03.2020
Tim Hortons ditches Roll Up The Rim cups over coronavirus concerns Roll Up The Rim will continue using restaurant giveaways and a digital contest Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.03.2020
Ontario Liberals pick Steven Del Duca as their new leader Del Duca did not sugercoat the challenges the Liberals face if they hope to regain power Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.03.2020
Barrie Police blow fundraising goal out of the water; over $16,000 raised at this year’s Special Olympics Polar Plunge Fourth annual effort also saw an increase in the number of plungers Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.03.2020
Poll: While Canadians aren’t in a panic about COVID-19, some have changed their daily habits Confidence in health officials to tackle the coronavirus remains strong Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.03.2020
New Barrie Police Headquarters will be fully operational on March 14 Between March 7 and 14, some services will be offered at new headquarters, others at Sperling Drive location Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.03.2020
Clocks go ahead one hour on Sunday, take the time to check your smoke and CO alarms Ontario Fire Marshal: In 45 per cent of fatal fires, there are not working smoke alarms Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.03.2020
Colts grind out a win in Kitchener and end a five-game losing skid This was Barrie's first win in Kitchener in six years Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.03.2020
Ontario Chief Medical Officer of Health confirms Ontario’s 28th COVID-19 case on Friday Hand washing remains the best defense. Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.03.2020
Hockey Helps The Homeless tournament in Barrie raised $150,000 for local charities Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.03.2020
Reports of gas theft lead to police chase from Barrie to Orillia before an arrest was made One officer taken to hospital after being dragged a short distance Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.03.2020
Victoria Street West, Alliston, re-opened following structure fire The closure between Church Street South and Elizabeth Street was lifted at 1:20 p.m. Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.03.2020
OSSTF announced that it will pause rotating strikes until March 27th ETFO will be ramping up on strikes starting Monday Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.03.2020
Scribes: Education interrupted – how do students feel? by Christine Stornelli, Student Journalist, St.Thomas Aquinas CSS Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.03.2020
Police looking for a suspect after an overnight stabbing in Bradford sent one man to hospital Barrie man treated and released after altercation on streets of Bradford Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.03.2020
Barrie’s unemployment rate was third lowest in the country at 4.3% in February The unemployment rate dropped by 0.7 per cent from the month prior Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.03.2020
Scribes: Jean Vanier – A Shocking Revelation by Joey Lapp, Student Journalist, Jean Vanier CHS Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.03.2020
Federal government orders ‘Big Three’ mobile service providers to cut data plan rates by 25 per cent The cost of a 2 GB plan would drop to $37.50 from $50.00 Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.03.2020
Police believe four tow truck fires early Friday morning in Aurora and Richmond Hill were deliberately set There were no injuries Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.03.2020
Defensive mistakes do in Colts in 8-3 loss to Wolves Wolves scored four times in less than six minutes to take control Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.03.2020
14-year-old, subject of Amber Alert, found safe; police say abduction was payback for stepbrother’s drug debt Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.03.2020
Bradford Greenhouses named one of Canada’s best managed companies This recognition is exclusively given to businesses with at least $25 million in revenue Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.03.2020
2020 Women in Business Awards were given out at third annual Women in Business Awards Luncheon on Thursday in Barrie Six awards were presented to business women in the community Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.03.2020
Georgian College hosts week two of FIRST Robotics competition at Barrie campus This will be the college's fourth time hosting the competition Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.03.2020
No injuries following house fire on Cardinal Street in Barrie No cause or damage estimate determined yet Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.03.2020
Auditions for Dragon’s Den to be held at Barrie’s Georgian College on March 26th Practice pitching your concept with some tips from showrunners Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.03.2020
Alliston hospital’s trauma room getting its first renovation since being built in 1964 Level 2 ICU project also slated for this month Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.03.2020
Vendors, entertainers sought as city prepares for annual Celebrate Barrie event Applications being accepted until March 20th Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.03.2020
Two new confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Ontario brings the total up to 22 Two individuals tested positive after returning from Italy and Iran; while the first four Ontario cases have recovered Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.03.2020
Georgian College to waive tuition fees for select students with foster care experience Those who apply for the funding must have been in extended society care for at least one year Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.03.2020
Hockey Helps the Homeless tournament returns to Barrie Hockey Helps the Homeless fundraising tournament raises money for two local Barrie charities Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.03.2020
Bank of Canada announces 0.50% rate cut amid virus outbreak Largest rate cut since economic turmoil of 2008/2009 Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.03.2020
Camera catches “bold” thief in Australia reeling in gold Versace necklace with fishing rod Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.03.2020
OPP investigating after man injured by gunfire in Collingwood The victim suffered non-life-threatening injuries Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.03.2020
Women’s Day Empowerment Luncheon being held in Barrie March 8th Proceeds go to Women & Children’s Shelter of Barrie Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.03.2020
Two Barrie-area boys raised $2,415 at their Midhurst school to save the polar bears A total of $2,415 was raised and donated to Polar Bears International Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.03.2020
School boards in Simcoe County kibosh several March Break trips over coronavirus concerns The cancelled trips had connections to Italy Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.03.2020
A man has been charged in a luring incident involving a young teen in Orillia The accused allegedly lured the child over the internet Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.03.2020
UPDATE: Three adults and infant rescued by Barrie Fire Department during blaze at an Innisfil Street home Adults did all the right things to protect themselves while waiting for firefighters Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.03.2020
Police searching for suspected porch pirate in Alliston after home security footage captures him scooping a package. Footage shows the suspect wearing a camouflage jacket and grey cargo pants Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.03.2020
Barrie Transit giving buses added cleaning as COVID-19 concerns grow Transit officials getting regular updates from local health unit Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.03.2020
Health experts say masks are useless in the face of COVID-19, washing your hands will do much more Through, frequent hand scrubbing a far more effective defense Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.03.2020
New first-come first-serve employee hiring model eliminates the application and interview process entirely Job seekers will not need to compete for positions as long as they meet the basic requirements for employment Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.03.2020
Public high schools and all Catholic schools to be closed in Simcoe and Muskoka on Thursday due teacher strikes Talks with OSSTF break off, negotiations resume with the union for Catholic teachers Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.03.2020
Nottawasaga OPP make arrests in connection to counterfeit currency distribution ring impacting Simcoe County and beyond Over 30 locations targetted with funny money Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.03.2020
Scribes: The Holy Mackerel by Erin Roach, Shayna Stochmal, and Kaitlin Wilson, Student Journalists, St. Joan of Arc CHS Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.03.2020
COVID-19: What to watch for, when to go to the hospital Do you have a new cough? Not the same cough you've always had, but a new one? Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.03.2020
Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit investigating increase in Hep A cases in northern Muskoka Best way to halt the spread is to wash your hands Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.03.2020
Facedrive to launch Orillia’s first rideshare service within the next 30 days Facedrive has a campaign that allows passengers to choose to "ride green" Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.03.2020
Man pulled from Sunday fire on Caroline Street, Barrie, succumbs to injuries Cause of fire yet to be determined Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.03.2020
Arrest made in theft of donation box from Fox’s Bakery in Barrie Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.03.2020
Unions ‘cool’ toward government backdown on class size/e-learning, local school board calls it ‘positive’ Will still lead to lost jobs and fewer courses for students Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.03.2020
Drugs, identity documents, ammunition and stolen property seized at Penetanguishene residence Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.03.2020
Ford government backs down on class sizes, mandatory e-learning Education Minister says high school class size will average 23 students per classroom, parents can opt their kids out of e-learning Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.03.2020
Increase in overdoses in Orillia and Barrie according to health unit Barrie hospital saw five unintentional overdose patients at ER in under 14 hours last weekend Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.03.2020
Town of Wasaga Beach now live streaming council meetings online Archived meetings are also available and now more accessible than ever Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.03.2020
Cutting back of snowbanks begins Wednesday night in Orillia Work will be done as weather conditions permit Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.03.2020
Deadline for proposed changes to assisted dying laws extended to July 11 Quebec Superior Court ruled that the reasonably foreseeable requirement was unconstitutional Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.03.2020
Out-of-pocket closing day costs to buy a new home in Barrie are lower than the provincial average Oakville, Richmond Hill Among the Costliest Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.03.2020
County of Simcoe paramedics encourage registration of defibrillators Not all defibrillators have been registered and registration is voluntary Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.03.2020
Ontario mental health and addictions plan seeks to address wait times and service quality The province is set to invest $3.8 billion in mental health and addictions services over the next ten years Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.03.2020
Newborn shares same leap-day birthday as dad, odds of that are 1 in 2.1 million. A father celebrated his leap-year birthday with a new arrival Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.03.2020
CANCELLED: 15th annual Georgian College Indigenous Centre Pow Wow on March 14th Free admission, parking and dinner for everyone in attendance Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.03.2020
Orillia names local resident Adam Hill 2019 Athlete of the year Fourty-four year old won several cycling events last year Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.03.2020
52-year-old Emsdale woman charged with fraud and drug possession Police say fraudulent prescriptions were used to collect opioids Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.03.2020
Two new cases of COVID-19 confirmed in the GTA on Tuesday Health officials say the latest cases are related to travel Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.03.2020
22 acres of land purchased beside Georgian Bay General Hospital to accomodate future growth Size of the current hospital will need to dramatically increase in the next 20 to 30 years Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.03.2020
A woman’s place in Canada is in the kitchen? Report; 70% of Canadian women experienced some form of inequality Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.03.2020
Search warrant at an Alcona home results in drug seizure and two arrests Police located cocaine, fentanyl and other drugs Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.03.2020
Half of world’s sandy beaches at risk from climate change – Study Rising sea-levels and more violent storms cited Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.03.2020
Barrie swears in new Ward 3 councillor Ann-Marie Kungl following winter by-election Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.03.2020
Police investigating cause of Mansfield-area fire that razed a derelict ski chalet First Responders arrived to find structure burnt to the foundation Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.03.2020
UPDATE: Police make arrest following theft of donation box from Barrie bakery Video provided to Barrie 360 Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.03.2020
Clearview Township implements a voluntary ban on single-use plastics Township wants a full ban on single-use plastics in place by July 2021 Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.03.2020
45-year-old Bradford woman charged with impaired driving during Sunday RIDE stop Officers conducted a roadside test at Miller Park and West Park after smelling alcohol Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.03.2020
A shed and everything in it was destroyed by a fire in Tay Township No injuries to residents or firefighters Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.03.2020
Three more COVID-19 cases in Ontario as province works to strengthen response to disease Latest infections bring total up to 18 in Ontario, 27 across Canada Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.03.2020
Elvis has left the building and the last July weekend in Collingwood is still wide open for a replacement Town's director of parks, culture and recreation says it's only a matter of time before the weekend is booked Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.03.2020
Alliston-area auto body shops being asked to look out for sedan with front-end damage after hit-and-run Driver accused of fleeing the scene of Thursday afternoon crash Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.03.2020
Monday traffic stop nets Orillia OPP drugs and replica handgun Two Orillia-area residents are facing charges Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.03.2020
Several local offerings make Festival & Events Ontario Top 100 list Everything from sweet, spooky, chilly, and musical can be experienced at Central Ontario celebrations Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.03.2020
Woodstock insulation company fined $125,000 after Muskoka worker was run over by a truck Court report says the victimwas installing tire chains when he was killed Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.03.2020
RVH accepting “Butt Ballad” contest song and poem entries for Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness month and RVH is hosting a contest for songwriters Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.03.2020
Witnesses sought to shooting in Clearview Township that put one person in hospital Police can't say what was hit by weapons fire Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.03.2020
Man robbed at knifepoint in Stayner shortly after using an ATM OPP believe there were people driving or walking in the area at the time of the incident Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.03.2020
Toronto man charged in robbery at BMO branch in Barrie on February 10 The suspect indicated he had a gun Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.03.2020
Canadians claim hundreds of dollars after little-known Canada Revenue Agency feature revealed You could have unclaimed money waiting for you on the CRA website Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.03.2020
Royal Canadian Mint Launches its Largest-Ever Gold Maple Leaf Coin Just ten will be available to collectors Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.03.2020
Covid-19: Face masks won’t prevent illness but washing your hands will, experts say Cloth surgical masks are not helpful at all Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.03.2020
Construction season begins in Barrie with road closures on Dunlop East and Mapleview East Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.03.2020
Colts lose 6-1 to Petes, but still clinch playoff spot Coach Todd Miller unimpressed with effort Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.03.2020
Five leap year babies born Saturday, February 29 at Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre The newborns technically won't celebrate a first birthday until 2024, if the calendar is followed Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.03.2020
Glow-in-the-dark amphibians are all the rage following surprise discovery by scientists Scientists say 32 amphibian species were able to glow under specific lighting Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.03.2020
Kitchen fire at a Barrie residence early Sunday, one person taken to hospital Fire crews got the flames quickly under control Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.03.2020
Colts earn hard-fought point in Nation’s Capital on Saturday. Colts need only a point to clinch a playoff spot Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.03.2020
Four snowmobilers plunge into the water of Georgian Bay off Beausoleil Island Saturday afternoon Firefighters and OPP pull off a dramatic rescue Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.02.2020
UPDATE: Four new positive cases of COVID-19, 3 in York Region, another in Toronto. A total of 15 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Ontario Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.02.2020
Union for public high school teachers and province to hold informal talks Sunday OSSTF and the province have not held talks since December Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.02.2020
Squalls piled on 53 cm of snow the past few days in Barrie according to Environment Canada The Flesherton-area got the biggest dumping Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.02.2020
British study finds few health perks from taking fish oil supplements Authors encourage people to eat fish to get health benefits from omega-3 Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.02.2020
Orillia OPP say heading out on waterway ice is risky business Daytime highs for the first few days of March will be above freezing Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.02.2020
OSSTF members in Simcoe County to hold one-day strike on March 5th Strike comes on the same day as OECTA walk out Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.02.2020
Driver pinned between two vehicles after fender bender in Bradford No charges laid, police continue to investigate Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.02.2020
How Come The City Hasn’t Plowed My Street Yet? Barrie Plow Tracker Lets You See When The Street Was Last Cleared of Snow Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.02.2020
Beach Drive closed for summer 2020 due to historic high water levels at Wasaga Beach Expected flooding closes Beach Drive for summer 2020 Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.02.2020
Testing underway on new blue-and-white licence plates as Queen’s Park reverts to old design…for now Ford Government resolves issue with manufacturer at no cost to taxpayers Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.02.2020
Innisfil Farmers’ Market awarded for its innovative 2019 loyalty program Locally crafted wooden coins used as currency at Market cited Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.02.2020
Scribes: Tips for the New Semester by Kaitlin Wilson, Shayna Stochmal and Erin Roach, Student Journalists, St. Joan of Arc C.S.S. Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.02.2020
Public School Board providing free menstrual products at Simcoe County schools Board to retrofit coin-operated machines Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.02.2020
Scribes: Holy Trinity students take Experiential Learning Mission Trip to Ecuador by Arianna Rojas, Student Journalist, Holy Trinity C.S.S. Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.02.2020
Colts let reeling IceDogs off leash in 6-3 loss A win would have clinched a playoff berth for the Colts Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.02.2020
Nomination deadline for Spirit Catcher Award is February 28th Award is the highest honour the City can bestow to a volunteer for their outstanding service to the community. Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.02.2020
Catholic School Teachers’ Union walking the picket line on March 5th one-day job action called as talks break down Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.02.2020
Arrest made following hold up at Oro Medonte gas station Arrest made with help from Guelph police Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.02.2020
The complications of drug-impaired driver testing technology is catching up Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.02.2020
Human error caused false alarm in Pickering, systemic issues also found False nuclear alert in Ontario a result of human error, systemic issues found Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.02.2020
Springwater Township declared Significant Weather Event, as snowplow operators keep at it Declaration means Township is waiving minimum maintenance standards Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.02.2020
Woman charged with drunk driving after Midland restaurant reports a dine-and-dash Police say the driver had to be woken up Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.02.2020
Winter Wonderland comes with snarled roads, canceled events More snow on the way, but shouldn't be as significant Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.02.2020
Ontario Winter Games kicking off with Opening Ceremony in Orillia tonight Several road closures in place to allow for Centennial Park ceremony Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.02.2020
Barrie Police looking for driver after December hit-and-run in HQ parking lot Driver fails to remain after backing into vehicle at Barrie Police HQ Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.02.2020
Staff at Georgian Bay General Hospital raise over $22K in pledges Money raised will go towards equipment and continuing education needs Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.02.2020
Casino Rama reopens after investigation into bomb threat Threat no longer exists Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.02.2020
Woman killed in two-vehicle crash in Penetanguishene Wednesday afternoon OPP say a car and pick up truck collided on a bridge on Lafontaine Road East Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.02.2020
NDP Education critic says Ford government hiding consultation report because it has no public support for larger class sizes Marit Stiles will be in Barrie on Thursday to host an education form Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.02.2020
South Simcoe Police to deploy new night-vision drone in mid-March New tech can help investigate crashes, fires, crime scenes from above Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.02.2020
Mapleview Drive, east of Yonge Street, closed as of March 2 for infrastructure development Mapleview Drive will be closed from Yonge St to Royal Jubilee Dr. as of Mar. 2 Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.02.2020
Casino Rama Resort off-limits to public as police investigate bomb threat Bomb threat against Casino Rama was called into Orillia OPP Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.02.2020
Swastika-painted briefcase containing a dead animal found in Innisfil Police investigating briefcase displaying anti-Semitic symbol Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.02.2020
Film team may cause delays for Cookstown Drivers Thursday Small production team set to film in Cookstown Thursday Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.02.2020
Innisfil receives Municipal World Scholarship Award for Innovation for Rover parking lot project Uses a smartphone app to pair drivers with home and business owners with space to rent Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.02.2020
Health Unit says region is prepared for increase in COVID-19 cases but suggests public get ready too Associate Medical Officer Of Health urging businesses to prepare for increased absenteeism Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.02.2020
Maria Sharapova announces retirement Former women's tennis No. 1 retires Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.02.2020
Wasaga Beach after-hours clinic closing, focus now on doctor recruitment Town poured about $250,000 into the operation of the clinic, plus start-up costs Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.02.2020
Young Innisfil Brothers create indestructible hockey targets Boomer Hockey targets withstand the toughest hits Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.02.2020
Ontario confirms another positive case of Covid-19 Patient has a travel history to Iran Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.02.2020
Winter storm expected to hit Barrie late Wednesday Snowfall amounts intensifying late day Wednesday. Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.02.2020
Human trafficking in Barrie is double the national rate Under-the-radar and under-reported Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.02.2020
Wednesday is Pink Shirt Day against bullying Pink shirt day is a reminder that bullying will not be tolerated in schools Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.02.2020
Barrie Police believe man found injured on Lakeshore Drive Sunday morning was victim of hit and run Victim has no recollection of incident Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.02.2020
Money and marijuana seized during Orillia OPP traffic stop on Highway 400 Vehicle clocked doing more than 50 km/h over the posted speed limit Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.02.2020
Barrie group wants new south-end school named after city’s namesake, Sir Robert Barrie Spokesman for Sir Robert Barrie Project Committee says Barrie was a hero of the War of 1812 Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.02.2020
Man airlifted to hospital after crash in Clearview Township Police investigation continues Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.02.2020
Landscaper behind Meridian Place and Memorial Square receives award of excellence Rutherford Contracting recognized by Landscape Ontario Awards Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.02.2020
SIN number scammer tries to take advantage of Barrie 360 newsroom "If you don't recognize the number, just don't answer the phone." Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.02.2020
Barrie-Innisfil MP John Brassard says Wet’suwet’en people want pipeline to go through Brassard suggests some people who have latched on to the pipeline protests are anti-natural resource activists Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.02.2020
Poor communication among top healthcare complaints in Ontario Report on health-care complaints to Ontario's Patient Ombudsman's Office Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.02.2020
Sound of the alarm leads OPP to a pair of break and enter suspects at Orillia business Suspects caught red-handed inside the business Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.02.2020
Consultant’s report to city council highlights the economic benefits of a new Orillia hospital OSMH proposal is to build a new hospital, followed by redevelopment of existing hospital site Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.02.2020
U.S. Marine veteran holds plank for over 8 hours, setting Guinness World Record 8 hours, 15 minutes and 15 seconds Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.02.2020
‘Quiet’ deal allowed some CN freight trains to continue east despite blockade at Belleville Feds helped broker deal between CN and CP Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.02.2020
Ann-Marie Kungl wins Barrie Ward 3 byelection Infrastructure, spending among her priorities Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.02.2020
Sales staff at a Midland car dealership credited with fishing out a suspected fraudster Collingwood woman did not get to drive the vehicle off the lot Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.02.2020
Vandals damage the Angus and District Lion’s Club Police say the inside of the building was left in a state of disarray Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.02.2020
Former Barrie-area MP issues apology over tweet about anti-pipeline blockade and firing range in the same sentence Alex Nuttall is campaign manager for Peter MacKay, who is seeking the leadership of the federal Conservative Party Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.02.2020
Robbery at gas station in Oro Medonte on Sunday The employee handed over the cash drawer Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.02.2020
Store employee at Tanger Outlets in Cookstown alleges she was sexually assaulted South Simcoe Police say the investigation began last October Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.02.2020
New Barrie walk-in clinic can prescribe medical cannabis, two specific groups of patients selected Avail Cannabis operates the walk-in clinic from an east-end pharmacy Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.02.2020
Medals crafted by local artist for the Orillia 2020 Ontario Winter Games this month unveiled Ontario Winter Games will feature 3,500 athletes competing in 27 sports Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.02.2020
Harvey Weinstein guilty on two counts, cleared of most serious charges Jurors heard harrowing and at times emotional testimony from six of Weinstein's accusers. Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.02.2020
No rotating strikes for two weeks says union for public elementary teachers, job action could escalate March 9 Union says if there is no agreement then job action will move into a new phase March 9 Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.02.2020
OPP make arrests at site of rail blockade near Belleville that has crippled train service Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.02.2020
RVH Honours Employees for years of service Service awards are given for every five years of employment Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.02.2020
Woman with new presumptive case of COVID-19 in Toronto had inconclusive first test Province said it's unlikely that the woman was infectious. Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.02.2020
Last chance to cast a vote in ward 3 by-election, last chance to test out online voting pilot With 11 percent voter turnout, this by-election isn't breaking any records Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.02.2020
A frozen bird found in Siberia is about 46,000 years old Horned lark still has distinct charcoal-colored feathers Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.02.2020
Final day to vote in Barrie’s Ward 3 byelection Vote in person at East Bayfield CC, online or by phone Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.02.2020
Colts take one on the chin in 8-1 blowout to Steelheads Third game in four days Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.02.2020
One-day strike planned this week by French-language teachers No other job actions are planned in Simcoe County, Muskoka Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.02.2020
Adopted boy in Florida is on a mission to save old dogs who need a home: “I know how it feels not to be loved” Robbie Gay says there is something about old dogs that he just likes Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.02.2020
Coldest Night of the Year walks in Simcoe County on Saturday raised money for charities helping the less fortunate Barrie's Youth Haven topped its $50,000 target Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.02.2020
‘On a mission’ Brown leads Colts past Spitfires 5-3 on Saturday The win moves Barrie into a first place tie with Sudbury in the Central Division Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.02.2020
Zamboni driver David Ayres in net to lead Carolina past his beloved Maple Leafs 6-3 Ayres was brought into the game after Carolina's two goalies were injured Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.02.2020
Simcoe County Council might experience that shrinking feeling, proposal to cut the number of councillors goes to a vote next month. Simcoe County Warden says five regional councillors would be appointed to focus on County business Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.02.2020
Demonstration planned Saturday at weekend convention of Ontario’s Progressive Conservatives Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.02.2020
Union for Ontario’s English Catholic Teachers suspends rotating strikes planned for next week OECTA says suspension follows "meaningful" discussions with the province Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.02.2020
Cause of Essa Township trailer fire being investigated by the OPP Three people taken to local hospital with minor injuries Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.02.2020
Thousands of education workers protest on Bayfield Street as part of province-wide one-day strike First time all four unions were out of the classroom at the same time since 1997 Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.02.2020
Young, ‘loose’ Colts rally to top Spirit 6-5 in OT Cardwell scores winner against former club Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.02.2020
Federal Tory leadership hopeful Peter MacKay addressed pipeline protests, party unity, climate change during visit to Barrie Peter MacKay has deep blue roots with the Conservative party and carries name recognition Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.02.2020
Province to replace new blue-and-white licence plates, admitting they’re hard to see in low light Replacement plates to be sent to affected motorists Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.02.2020
