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Stronger measures to prevent Barrie beach overcrowding could be upcoming Mayor hints new measures could be handed down within 24 hours Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.07.2020
Huntsville cottage destroyed by fire late Monday morning Cause of blaze under investigation Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.07.2020
“Announcement of significance” to be made Tuesday about mask wearing in Simcoe Muskoka, according to District Chair of Muskoka Simcoe Muskoka Health Unit has said it's been weighing its options Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.07.2020
Barrie man in hospital, charges pending, after downtown Barrie highrise partly evacuated over bear spray Suspect said to be a resident of the building Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.07.2020
No timeline yet, but Ontario is analyzing data from Stage 2, Health Minister says Officials are analyzing Stage 2 data ahead of entering the final reopening phase Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.07.2020
City Hall offering up Barrie Transit Terminal as cooling centre during heat warnings No warning issued for Barrie as of Monday afternoon Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.07.2020
Not enough life jackets, impaired boating among the weekend infractions tallied by Southern Georgian Bay OPP Marine Unit Marine officers conducted 30 hours of patrol on the waters of Georgian Bay checking 110 vessels Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.07.2020
Art project to take flight this year in J.B. Tudhope Memorial Park Local artists encouraged to submit a design for a public piece of art for Orillia's new butterfly garden Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.07.2020
Barrie courthouse reopened Monday with a few extra safety features reopening part of phase one of plan to jump start courthouse operations Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.07.2020
Five cases of COVID-19 added to Simcoe Muskoka caseload over the weekend Three from Midland, one each from Tiny and Barrie Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.07.2020
An Ontario man has made COVID-19 masks for the hearing impaired Max Cucchiella has donated 100 masks to the Bob Rumball Home for the Deaf in Barrie Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.07.2020
Ontario mayors, including Barrie’s, calling on provincial and federal governments to commit to emergency municipal funding Ontario seeking about $4 billion out of proposed $10 billion national fund Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.07.2020
Boater charged with impaired and drug trafficking at Wasaga Beach marina on Saturday Revving of boat's engine caught the attention of police Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.07.2020
No lives lost to COVID-19 across Ontario in the last 24 hours first time in months the virus hasn't claimed any lives day-over-day Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.07.2020
Orillia OPP searching for suspects following weekend robbery downtown Three suspects arrested and two are still missing Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.07.2020
Columbus statue in Baltimore torn down and thrown in harbour Statue was dedicated to the City by the Italian American Organization in October 1984 Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.07.2020
Three people charged, two others being sought following a robbery in Orillia on Saturday Police were alerted about a group of people with weapons walking on a trail near downtown Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.07.2020
Man pulled from Six Mile Lake without vital signs An effort was made to revive the man but he was pronounced dead Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.07.2020
138 new cases of COVID-19 reported by the Ontario government on Sunday 16 Ontario Public Health Units reported no new cases at all Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.07.2020
Fire on Saturday destroyed a boat in Orillia Fire chief praises the quick action of marina staff Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.07.2020
Update: 50 year old man dies in condominium fire in Barrie on Saturday Ontario Fire Marshal says cause and origin of the fire is still under investigation Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.07.2020
Man charged with impaired, another driver airlifted following two-vehicle crash in Tay Township on Saturday While OPP were investigating the crash, they arrested a second alleged impaired driver stuck in the traffic jam Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.07.2020
New COVID-19 cases reported Saturday is the lowest in a week 111 cases were reported on June 26 Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.07.2020
Have an eye for the weekend “buck moon” lunar eclipse There will be a full moon to go along with this lunar eclipse Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.07.2020
Beausoleil First Nation remains off-limits to non-members Marine barricade coming to Beckwith Island following incidences of non-compliance Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.07.2020
Town Hall to paint white circles at Innisfil Beach Park, make sure everyone keeps moving, to deter “lack of respect for physical distancing” Town Hall capping number of beach goers at some parks Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.07.2020
Washington Redskins conducting “thorough review” of team’s name The term “redskin” is considered a slur against Native Americans Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.07.2020
Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit confirms one new COVID case, offers summer playtime advice Health Unit says water balloon fights are a low risk source of fun Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.07.2020
Province to provide health and safety training to aid in job hunt Queen's Park committing three million to plan Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.07.2020
Prime Minister says provinces must use some of $14B in federal support to address schooling and daycare issues Can't restart economy without childcare for workers Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.07.2020
Barrie BIA to explore Dunlop St. pedestrianization further saying July and August are “not in the cards” BIA to form working group to get all ducks in a row Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.07.2020
Provincial COVID-19 caseload increased by 165 on Friday morning, majority reported in GTA Over half of provincial caseload addition made up of those from Toronto Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.07.2020
Online summer camps begin July 13 in Town of Innisfil Several options to choose from Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.07.2020
Septic maintenance in Oro Medonte continues with strict safety measures in place Inspections to be completed by late October Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.07.2020
Firearms charges laid against Gravenhurst man OPP responded Tuesday to complaints of a man waving a gun Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.07.2020
U.S. hits record daily COVID cases; Texas makes masks mandatory Texas governor had been reluctant to impose state-wide measures Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.07.2020
Beach Advisories – Simcoe County, Muskoka, Haliburton, Kawartha Lakes Is the water safe? Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.07.2020
Wasaga Beach slashing amount of waterfront parking spots and closing sand-covered Beach Drive due to crowding "I was appalled by what I witnessed," says Town's Mayor Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.07.2020
Opening a new restaurant amid a global pandemic comes with its own challenges Two restaurants have had to put grand openings on hold Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.07.2020
Nottawasaga OPP seize lottery tickets, cash as part of investigation of a string of break and enters Innisfil man facing charges Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.07.2020
‘Just cut us a cheque’ and let the premiers decide where it goes, Doug Ford says Ministry of Health reported 149 cases Wednesday and 153 Thursday Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.07.2020
Close contact continued to be the main cause of COVID-19 transmission throughout Simcoe Muskoka in June Three new cases of COVID-19 reported in Simcoe County Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.07.2020
Dozens of private fireworks light up Barrie’s sky on Canada Day Despite number of private display, no by-law or police officers laid charges Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.07.2020
New COVID-19 caseload additions hovered around 150 on Wednesday and Thursday Province didn't provide COVID-19 test result update on Canada Day Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.07.2020
“The parents threw the children in the lake and then jumped in.” Damage to burnt boat too severe to determine cause Nobody hurt as passing craft assisted in rescue of two adults, three kids Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.07.2020
Launch of COVID-19 contact tracing app in Ontario delayed Queen's Park still working out details with Ottawa Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.07.2020
OPP charge man with impaired boating on Midland Bay Open liquor seized Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.07.2020
Harvey Weinstein in tentative $19 million settlement with many accusers Plaintiffs' lawyers say 'sellout' deal doesn't require ex-mogul to accept responsibility Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.07.2020
Barrie man drowns at Wasaga Beach Pulled unconscious from the water at Beach Area 6 Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.07.2020
Distraction theft investigation with link to Barrie results in nearly 200 combined charges against two men Two men would approach victims and claim to have trouble with their car Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.07.2020
Young adults unconcerned COVID-19 “may be killing other people,” doctor warns Health officials said there are surges of COVID-19 among young people in the U.S. Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.07.2020
Deadly single-vehicle motorcycle crash near Creemore on Tuesday OPP said the motorcycle struck a guardrail Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.07.2020
Barrie holds first virtual Canada Day celebration Virtual fireworks show will cap off a day of events Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.07.2020
Setting off fireworks: Barrie Fire Department never recommends them as a good idea unless it’s a professional show Fire officials urge people to put safety first Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.07.2020
Brampton man turned himself in to face sexual assault charges after incident involving teens in Innisfil Neither victim was physically injured Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.06.2020
Arrest made after anti-Semitic graffiti left at Berczy Park and Dunlop Street Suspect could face hate crime charges Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.06.2020
Local medical officer of health exploring mandatory mask legislation as GTA mayors push for temporary law "It's actively under review" Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.06.2020
No new cases of COVID-19 in Simcoe or Muskoka on Tuesday Region's caseload actually went down by one after a duplicate was discovered Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.06.2020
Queen’s Park celebrating Canada Day by offering free day-use of all provincial parks on July 1 Province also allowing free fishing for the first two weeks of July Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.06.2020
South Barrie eatery the latest victim of COVID shutdown: Fresh-A-Fare will not reopen Restaurant closing after 10 years Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.06.2020
Carl Reiner, driving force in American comedy, dies at 98 "He was the nicest man, a decent man, an intelligent man, and talented, and everybody liked him" Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.06.2020
Barrie Public Library won’t charge overdue fees any longer; does not expect increase in late returns Fines "disproportionately impact families with young children, teens, newcomers, and visible minorities.” Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.06.2020
OPP investigating weekend arson and mischief at a Stayner home Investigators say an incendiary device was tossed toward the garage Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.06.2020
OLG paying out in Simcoe County; two locals win big in separate draws Oro Medonte and Cookstown residents raking in millions Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.06.2020
Ontario reported 157 new cases of COVID-19 on Tuesday, no significant increase in Windsor-Essex The majority of new infections were in Toronto, Peel and York Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.06.2020
No other positive COVID-19 cases at Simcoe Manor long-term care home Resident who tested positive remains in hospital Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.06.2020
Barn fire near Elmvale on Monday A damage total and cause has not been determined Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.06.2020
Innisfil seeking ways to keep non-residents out of Innisfil Beach Park The town handed out 130 parking tickets over the weekend Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.06.2020
Barrie City Council hands down 2021 budget direction, admits COVID-19 will have impact Much of annual budget up to service providers, many impacted by pandemic Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.06.2020
Barrie City Council to establish anti-racism task force to help guide local organizations Task force to be made up of individuals selected by committee Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.06.2020
Motorist and boater charged with impaired operation after Sunday call to Midland-area OPP Pair of Midland residents charged Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.06.2020
Nine rescued after boat sank in Lake Simcoe Sunday afternoon Marine units from South Simcoe, Barrie, York Region, and OPP all joined in search Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.06.2020
Barrie, Innisfil to receive added transit cleaning funding from Queen’s Park Funding part of a $15 million commitment to 110 municipalities Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.06.2020
Innisfil Library doing away with overdue fees Patrons will be charged for any materials kept over 21 days Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.06.2020
COVID-19 cases spike in Southwestern Ontario after extensive testing of temporary workers Ontario reported 257 new cases, 177 of those cases were recorded in Windsor-Essex Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.06.2020
Two from Barrie among the eight new cases of COVID-19 announced by Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit Monday Addition brings local caseload to 600 Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.06.2020
ATV rider injured in crash in Victoria Harbour on Friday The injured person was airlifted to a trauma centre Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.06.2020
Drunk driving charges laid after Sunday afternoon crash in Wasaga Beach Driver coming back from Etobicoke for their September court date Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.06.2020
Prime Minister Trudeau defends ‘outsourcing’ of $900M student aid program "The decision leaves Parliament without a way to monitor the program" Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.06.2020
Georgian throws virtual celebration for 2020 grads on Tuesday Georgian College will hold an official convocation ceremony at a date to be determined Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.06.2020
Ontario COVID caseload addition surpasses 250 on Monday, highest since early June Eighty-nine recoveries since yesterday's update Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.06.2020
COVID-19 cases top 10 million worldwide and over 500,000 deaths Nationally, Canada's total is now 103,507 cases, with 8,570 deaths. Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.06.2020
$80-million affordable housing project in Orillia held up over cost City of Barrie's portion is $18 million and the mayor wants a more detailed breakdown of the cost Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.06.2020
UPDATE: Niagara Regional Police said child who was subject of Amber Alert on Sunday has been safely located Young boy was reported missing and was believed to be with his father Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.06.2020
178 new COVID-19 cases in Ontario as of Sunday The number of new infections has remained below 200 for five straight days Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.06.2020
Project Axle: Multiple charges in theft ring that spanned Muskoka, Simcoe County and the GTA Police believe the investigation will continue to solve thefts in central Ontario in the coming months Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.06.2020
Car plows into Rexall Drugstore in Stroud on Saturday 87 year old driver thought she had put the car in park Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.06.2020
Ontario records fewer than 200 new COVID-19 cases for a fourth straight day Hospitalizations continue downward trend Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.06.2020
Ford government extends emergency orders to July 10 Some restrictions on indoor facilities have been lifted Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.06.2020
NBA releases complete game schedule for the rest of the 2019-2020 season The Raptors will restart the season August 1 against the Lakers Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.06.2020
Two in hospital following pair of crashes Friday afternoon Motorcyclist and elderly pedestrian being treated at hospital Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.06.2020
Woman charged after one-month-old baby was left in hot car in Alcona Friday afternoon Concerned citizen broke vehicle window to rescue infant Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.06.2020
Town of Innisfil donating land to Habitat for Humanity Construction on energy efficient home expected to begin in late 2021 Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.06.2020
Ontario is looking at a regional reopening approach for Stage 3 "We just don't want to see what's happening south of the border, happen here ... it's reckless." Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.06.2020
UPDATE: Bradford man reported missing and last seen in Arthur has been located 72-year-old Anthony Colbers last seen Thursday evening Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.06.2020
Drug trafficking charges laid following Thursday night raid in Orillia Search warrant executed at a Shannon Street home Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.06.2020
Florida reports nearly 9,000 new COVID-19 cases in single-day record The new one-day record nearly doubles the previous mark Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.06.2020
Two from New Tecumseth and one from Bradford representing region’s only COVID cases on Friday Three new cases, three recoveries reported by local health unit Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.06.2020
Cyclist in hospital after Innisfil crash Friday morning Driver of pickup truck wasn't hurt in crash Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.06.2020
Ban lifted on yard sales in Barrie, but keep it to ten people or fewer Thoroughly wash and disinfect your new-to-you item Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.06.2020
Diver known as “Merman Mike” finds lost ring he says is worth $17,000, returning it to owner Shouted for joy when he found it Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.06.2020
Threat made in parking lot leads to seizure of drugs and stolen property in Georgian Bay Township 45-year-old man charged Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.06.2020
Province reports lowest addition to COVID case count since late March The number of recoveries is over double that of new cases Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.06.2020
Charges laid in traffic deaths of Brampton mom and her three young daughters 20-year-old Caledon man charged Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.06.2020
Midland wants your input on what to include in their time capsule Time capsule will be opened in 2071 Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.06.2020
Call to 911 leads to suspected drunk driver north of Barrie Stop made, driver arrested near Forbes Road Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.06.2020
Disney is remaking Splash Mountain to feature its first black princess Plan has been in the works since last year Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.06.2020
Council temporarily lifts select ban on dogs at Innisfil Beach Park Remember to pick up after your pet Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.06.2020
Marine unit rescues three from toy boat blown over three kilometres from the shore of Jackson’s Point Trio tired but unharmed Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.06.2020
Oro Medonte face shield maker and Chamber of Commerce to donate supplies to downtown Orillia businesses Donations are part of MPC's commitment of 25,000+ Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.06.2020
Tiny Township youth organization among 43 recipients of 2020 Youth Opportunities Fund Aaoodsokawin Aki to receive $255,000 over 36 months Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.06.2020
Five people from Barrie among the dozen new cases of COVID-19 within Simcoe Muskoka Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.06.2020
Feds unveil further assistance for post-secondary students with “I Want To Help” program Student volunteers would be eligible for $1,000 to $5,000 Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.06.2020
Ontario-wide COVID-19 caseload addition remains under 200, barely Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.06.2020
Fire tears through Collingwood eatery, displaces residents of five apartments Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.06.2020
Barrie City Hall approving next phase of exploring affordable housing at old fire hall site City Hall green lights second phase of environmental assessment Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.06.2020
From new car to write-off in nine seconds Driver never made it off the sales lot Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.06.2020
New bike lanes planned for easternmost stretch of Georgian Drive Council expected to prohibit on-street parking Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.06.2020
Free ride on Barrie Transit extended until mid-July; more safety measures introduced New protective shields for drivers being installed on buses Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.06.2020
Town of Innisfil helps couples say “I Do” with private wedding ceremonies Town offers ceremonies for couples who can't wait to get married Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.06.2020
NASA names headquarters after its first black female engineer, “Hidden Figure” Mary W. Jackson Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.06.2020
Bear breaks into, shreds several vehicles in Haliburton OPP remind owners to lock their vehicles when not in use Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.06.2020
Community rallies behind virtual fundraiser supporting Orillia Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital’s youngest patients 4th Annual Charlee's Run raises over 35 grand Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.06.2020
TIME Cops stop speeding vehicle, lay drug trafficking charges in Innisfil Traffic Incident Management and Enforcement team claim to have found cocaine and fentanyl in speeding vehicle Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.06.2020
Mix of online and in-person programming being offered in revised YMCA summer session Y forgoing traditional overnight camping trip for the first time in over a century Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.06.2020
Countries that quickly adopted widespread face mask use had fewer deaths: study Study supports previous research touting benefits of widespread face mask use Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.06.2020
RVH expanding drive-thru COVID testing hours of operation over increased demand Clinic C now running from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.06.2020
Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit issues order for region’s farm operators to step up worker protections Daily screening of local and temporary foreign workers Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.06.2020
Barrie baseball, lacrosse season cancelled, hockey working out details, soccer kicking off soon Lots of unanswered questions surrounding how upcoming hockey season will unfold Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.06.2020
Premier Ford says most of Windsor-Essex can reopen on Thursday Leamington and Kingsville will remain in Stage 1 Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.06.2020
Drop in number of new local COVID cases after recent bump in Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit caseload Two new cases in the region, one each in Barrie and Innisfil Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.06.2020
“Outdated and offensive” comments spur calls for Amaranth Mayor’s resignation Council meeting comments made following inquiry about pride flag Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.06.2020
County to reintroduce LINX transit fare on July 2 Face coverings are highly recommended for riders Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.06.2020
‘Camp Orillia’ to open to assist those returning to work who require child care The camp will have about 530 spaces available for the entire summer Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.06.2020
Number of province-wide COVID-19 cases drops below 200 again Over 200 people recovered since yesterday's update Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.06.2020
Celebrate July 1st with the City of Barrie’s virtual Canada Day Hub You'll be seeing red (and white) Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.06.2020
County inks new automated waste collection deal that saves over a million bucks County to provide wheeled waste carts before November 2021 launch Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.06.2020
Ontario extends state of emergency to July 15 Toronto and Peel entered Stage 2 today Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.06.2020
UPDATE: Barrie police confirm woman missing since Tuesday night has been found, safe and sound OPP, Georgian Bay Volunteer Search and Rescue aided in successful search Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.06.2020
Barrie man killed, another with life-threatening injuries following Newmarket-area crash on Tuesday York Regional Police seeking witnesses Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.06.2020
Play ball: Major League Baseball has issued a 60-game schedule The season will start July 23 or July 24 Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.06.2020
Despite recent operating system updates, there are no contact tracing apps available in Canada Recent Android and iPhone OS update comes with software that appears COVID-related Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.06.2020
Some local businesses seeking guidance even as province makes hundreds of guiding documents available Finance Minister points to online resources, hotline to aid local businesses Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.06.2020
Ontario’s new elementary math curriculum includes coding and financial literacy Math scores have been on a steady decline in the province Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.06.2020
Barrie and Innisfil youth among eleven new cases of COVID-19 across Simcoe County Health Unit confirming two kids under 10 have acquired the virus Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.06.2020
Two break and enters in the Orillia area last week and the same suspect Pickup truck, bicycle and a motorcycle among the items stolen Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.06.2020
Sauble Beach closed after two weeks of “recklessness of beachgoers” "Our community has remained relatively virus free and we want to remain that way," Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.06.2020
Gondola grads: Blue Mountain Resort is offering 2020 graduates a mountain top picture About 400 graduates will have their photos taken Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.06.2020
Province reports over 200 new cases of COVID-19 across Ontario, second time in ten days 174 recoveries, 10 deaths Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.06.2020
Driver charged after north Barrie gym struck Monday night Police cuff 25-year-old in connection to crash Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.06.2020
All visits cancelled after outbreak declared at Beeton long-term care home One resident tested positive, others undergoing testing Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.06.2020
Majority of Canadians want to keep their distance: Leger poll Survey finds strong support for keeping two metre physical distancing rules Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.06.2020
City of Barrie to bump out-of-towner parking fee to ten bucks an hour at waterfront Hourly and daily rates to increase in hopes of having daytrippers contribute to local economic recovery Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.06.2020
China says linking spying charges to Meng Wanzhou case is ‘irresponsible’ of PM Trudeau Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.06.2020
Barrie City Hall crafts plan to guide economic recovery following COVID shutdown Economic Recovery Action Plan is the second in a three stage plan for long-term recovery Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.06.2020
Barrie plans to expand Dunlop Street over the 400 as MTO revises interchange No start date on Dunlop work yet Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.06.2020
Monday morning crash near Elmvale claims the life of a Barrie man Highway 27 shut down near Elmvale for several hours Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.06.2020
Cookstown collision on Friday afternoon put two in hospital Belle Ewart man suffered life-threatening injuries Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.06.2020
Barrie Library to offer Express Service as of June 29 at both branches Computers available on first come, first served basis Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.06.2020
A dozen new cases of COVID-19 in Simcoe County, and a dozen recoveries too Four Barrie residents among the 12 cases announced Monday Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.06.2020
Province allows Toronto and Peel to enter Stage 2 on Wednesday Windsor-Essex remain in Stage 1 due to outbreaks at agri-farms Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.06.2020
Reformed Barrie Police Traffic Unit back on the road The traffic unit was shifted to platoons to assist in the battle against COVID-19 Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.06.2020
Chinese Canadians reveal widespread racism during COVID-19: survey Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.06.2020
COVID-19 numbers remain below 200 following slight weekend uptick Just over 200 cases noted Saturday, below that point before and after Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.06.2020
New Path adding to virtual services with free online mental health supports for Simcoe County families Demand for child and youth mental health services has increased during pandemic Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.06.2020
Ontario’s DriveTest centres reopen today with ‘limited service’ Full service is not likely to be restored until September Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.06.2020
Driver flees after a car flipped on to its roof in Barrie Sunday evening A passenger suffered minor injuries Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.06.2020
Trees and wires downed as Sunday storm pounds Innisfil Stroud, Cookstown-area among the hardest hit Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.06.2020
Ontario Police Memorial vandalized at the weekend The memorial was created to honour Ontario police officers who have died in the line of duty Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.06.2020
Impaired boater nabbed on the Severn River on Sunday Police received several complaints about a possible impaired boater Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.06.2020
Province reports 175 new cases of COVID-19 on Sunday This follows a slight uptick over 200 the previous day Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.06.2020
Rush to get to the cottage in the Midland-area Friday was costly OPP detachment commander added to his day by nabbing the driver Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.06.2020
OPP is finding people on boats with non-approved life jackets Look for a specific label on the life jacket that shows it has been approved Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.06.2020
UPDATE: Barrie man’s whereabouts confirmed and he is no longer missing The man was last see on Thursday evening Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.06.2020
Arctic records its hottest temperature ever Parts of Siberia have been sizzling for weeks Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.06.2020
Close call for off-duty cop, nearly hit head-on by a transport truck in Muskoka on Friday Crash leads to impaired driving charge against trucker Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.06.2020
Disturbance in Collingwood on Thursday prompts OPP to seek public’s assistance for information Police did not disclose details about the incident Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.06.2020
New COVID-19 cases in Ontario top 200 for the first time in six days This is the highest since 266 cases were reported on June 13 Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.06.2020
Summer will have some sizzle: Environment Canada’s David Phillips Summer holds the promise of being warmer than normal Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.06.2020
Barrie’s splash pads to open Saturday as originally scheduled Health unit gives thumbs up Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.06.2020
Mapleview Drive reopening Friday evening after construction closed it for months Closure due to installation of new infrastructure for an expanded south end Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.06.2020
Young Cub Scout earns his badge by supporting Youth Haven "...Youth Haven is a place that helps youth and keeps them safe.” Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.06.2020
Police investigating drowning death in Gilford 23-year-old Mississauga man pronounced dead on scene Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.06.2020
Large single-day jump in COVID-19 cases confirmed by Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit Bulk of new cases a result of workplace transmission Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.06.2020
Parents can choose online or in-class learning in September, says Education Minister There would be a maximum of 15 students in the classroom Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.06.2020
Canadians are among the most active in online right-wing extremism, study finds U.K.-based study finds over 6,600 right-wing extremist social media channels, accounts linked to Canada Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.06.2020
Barrie Colts continue to prepare hot meals for those in need during the COVID crisis Team has prepared 37,500 meals during pandemic Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.06.2020
Sixth day in a row of COVID-19 numbers below 200 246 more people recovered, 11 more dead Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.06.2020
Chinese prosecutors charge Canadians Michael Kovrig, Michael Spavor with spying in Huawei-linked case Prime Minister Trudeau "disappointed" by China's "arbitrary" decision. Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.06.2020
Juneteenth recognizes America’s “original sin,” says lawmaker pushing to make it a national holiday "It's not just a black holiday. It really is a celebration of freedom" Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.06.2020
City of Barrie special events permits cancelled until September 8 Permits allowing special events in the city have been cancelled since early April Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.06.2020
Tiny Township offers virtual summer camp activities for kids Camp In A Box begins the week of July 6 Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.06.2020
Company plans space tourism flights in high-altitude balloon Flights expected within three-and-a-half years Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.06.2020
Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury announces COVID-19 Temporary Patio Program Some parking lots and sidewalks can be converted Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.06.2020
Town of Innisfil to reopen beaches by Friday morning with plenty of resident-only parking to discourage crowds Extra staff expected on site Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.06.2020
What worked, what didn’t? Simcoe County District School Board encouraging families to participate in Thought Exchange Survey hopes to guide September school start Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.06.2020
South Simcoe Police charge two drivers with impaired in about an hour Everett man and Innisfil woman both charged Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.06.2020
Waterfront parking now available at Wasaga Beach lots Resident parking passes available at town hall Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.06.2020
1812 FC Barrie preparing for battle in League 1 Ontario soccer Minor league professional soccer may be less than a year away Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.06.2020
Barrie Police to begin body camera pilot project Some front-line officers could be outfitted with body cams by the fall of 2020 Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.06.2020
Much work to be done before city funds can be shifted from Barrie Police to social services – Mayor Better communication with the public advised Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.06.2020
Ontario launches new contact tracing strategy ahead of possible second wave "Privacy was our number one issue," says Premier Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.06.2020
A physically distant flag raising to mark Pride Month in the City of Barrie Fewer than ten people in attendance during Pride Month mainstay Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.06.2020
Three new cases of COVID-19 in Simcoe County, and three recoveries too Two from Bradford, one from Severn Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.06.2020
Second of four suspects cuffed after stolen pickup rams Leacock Drive home Truck was reported stolen from Toronto Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.06.2020
Canada’s opioid overdose crisis has ‘intensified’ amid pandemic Paramedics in Toronto responded to 25 suspected opioid overdose deaths in April. Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.06.2020
Local alliance calling on Simcoe County leaders to ensure a sustainable and just recovery Just Recovery Simcoe outlines three guiding principles Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.06.2020
Testing of ‘completely voluntary’ national contact tracing app will begin in Ontario No personal information will be collected and shared and no location services will be used Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.06.2020
Milligan’s Pond encampment cleared peacefully Thursday morning with housing already arranged for some residents David Busby and Gilbert Centres on site to assist residents into new housing Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.06.2020
Three lives lost across Ontario as COVID-19 numbers continue to trend downward Fifth day in a row of new cases numbering below 200 Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.06.2020
Scientists say there may be more than 36 intelligent alien civilizations in the Milky Way Estimate may actually be conservative Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.06.2020
Human Trafficking charges laid in Midland Offences date back to April 2018 Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.06.2020
Midland beaches reopen Wednesday; cooling station to be available Thursday Beaches' public washrooms to reopen Saturday Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.06.2020
City of Barrie to offer modified summer day camps Camp registration begins Thursday, June 18. Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.06.2020
Ford government to introduce commercial eviction ban bill Ban would protect commercial tenants from being locked out or having their assets seized Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.06.2020
First time since June 3, no new COVID-19 cases reported in Simcoe Muskoka 19 public health units in Ontario have reported no new cases in the last 24 hours Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.06.2020
Liberals to deliver first ‘economic snapshot’ since start of pandemic on July 8 Liberal government to release an economic and fiscal snapshot on July 8 Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.06.2020
Sick Kids Hospital says kids should go back to school in September or risk developmental, mental, behavioural health issues New report provides guidance on hand-washing, student screening, wearing of masks Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.06.2020
South Simcoe Police officers allegedly assaulted at disturbance call Tuesday night Police received a report about a fight involving 30 young people at an Alcona plaza Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.06.2020
Plenty of smiles on the faces of folks at Mill Creek Care Centre thanks to Facebook group walk-by About 30 members of Barrie Families Unite show up to say hi Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.06.2020
New COVID cases come in at below 200 for the fourth day in a row Over 350 people recovered since yesterday's update Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.06.2020
County of Simcoe provides $1.5 million to RVH’s Child and Youth Mental Health Program This is the latest installment of the County's $5.6 million pledge to the program Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.06.2020
Flags downtown and along Barrie’s waterfront to recognize community heroes during COVID-19 pandemic The Barrie Heroes Campaign was launched last month Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.06.2020
Ford government extends emergency orders until June 30 Ontario first declared a provincial emergency on March 17 in response to the pandemic Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.06.2020
Barrie Colts’ forward Tyson Foerster invited to Team Canada development camp Prep for 2021 World Junior Championship in Alberta Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.06.2020
Aunt Jemima pancake mix and syrup getting new name and image 'Aunt Jemima's origins are based on a racial stereotype' Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.06.2020
City of Barrie issues eviction notice to homeless campers at Milligan’s Pond City officials have been working with local agencies to find housing solutions Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.06.2020
Workplace and farm outbreaks of COVID-19 cause for concern, says local health unit Health Unit has no problem with municipalities barring non-residents from using waterfront parking Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.06.2020
Innisfil Community Foundation announces partnership that allows $75,000 to be dispersed among local charities Funding coming from Federal Government Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.06.2020
Pair facing manslaughter charge following January overdose death in Alliston Three suspects arrested in total, all three facing drug charges Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.06.2020
Migrant workers detail unsafe living and working conditions on Ontario farms Sixteen workers reported they received just one loaf of bread and a carton of eggs for two weeks Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.06.2020
BodyBreak’s Hal Johnson speaks out about experiencing racism in Canadian media "You think that BodyBreak was started because of fitness, but it wasn't. It was started to combat racism" Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.06.2020
Barrie-Area MP says not enough debate, scrutiny, accountability with parliament hill shut down MP Brassard says Wednesday's debate on $87 billion in spending will be four hours long Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.06.2020
Officials say just hang up if someone claiming to be from Service Canada calls to demand money Common phone scam resurfacing in South Simcoe Police Service's stomping grounds Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.06.2020
Pedestrian struck by vehicle in Bradford on Monday is in critical condition The pedestrian was struck while trying to cross the road Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.06.2020
Cheap, widely available steroid reduces death risk in severe COVID-19 cases, researchers say Patients in Britain will start to receive the drug immediately Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.06.2020
Canada-U.S. border to remain closed to non-essential travel until July 21 COVID-19 cases on the rise in 22 American states Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.06.2020
Feds extend CERB payments by 8 weeks $2,000 a month CERB payments will now last a maximum of 24 weeks Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.06.2020
Three days in a row of new COVID-19 cases below 200 Another 218 recoveries and 11 deaths since Monday's update Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.06.2020
Consumer debt declined last quarter in Canada for the 1st time in a decade Non-mortgage debt dropped 0.5 per cent in the first quarter of 2020 Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.06.2020
Former foster kid first to lead local Children’s Aid in 126-year history In more than a century, only one other board chair with lived experience as led an agency Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.06.2020
Texas reports highest number of hospitalized COVID-19 patients since outbreak began Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.06.2020
Robbery on the rail trail Sunday in Oro-Medonte Knife pulled on a male riding his bicycle Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.06.2020
Collingwood General & Marine hospital given approval to perform elective surgeries Ontario Health and safety approves hospitals plan to ramp up surgeries Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.06.2020
RVH celebrates student excellence Outstanding Service Awards and the MY CARE Student Award of Excellence presented Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.06.2020
U.N. Human Rights Council to debate racism and police brutality Will examine 'current racially-inspired human rights violations, systemic racism, police brutality and violence against peaceful protests' Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.06.2020
City council takes a look at plans for south end Barrie neighbourhood that could bring over 1,200 homes to the area 60 townhouses, 4 mixed-use residential blocks Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.06.2020
Barrie City Hall to put issue of ranked ballots to a referendum during 2022 election Residents to make final call on whether to implement ranked ballots Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.06.2020
Arrest made in Midland assaults; break and enter in Penetanguishene on June 12 Suspect is from Penetanguishene Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.06.2020
Simcoe County District School Board receives award for music education in elementary schools SCDSB has made a significant investment in music programs Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.06.2020
Ontario expanding Data collection to help stop spread of COVID-19 The government hopes to get a more complete picture of the outbreak Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.06.2020
Pair arrested after being found passed out in car parked in Bradford Police also seeking suspect who tossed a rock at ice cream parlour in unrelated incident Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.06.2020
Weapons and drug charges laid after Innisfil teen threatened with a knife Innisfil man charged Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.06.2020
Five people face 58 charges in Collingwood drug bust on Friday Four of the suspects are from Toronto Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.06.2020
Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit hosting virtual Q&A over safe business reopening practices Experts to highlight requirements for reopening and operating safely Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.06.2020
Hundreds of vehicles ticketed in Barrie’s first weekend of residents-only waterfront parking Those who can prove they live here can have the ticket waived Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.06.2020
Georgian College gets growing with community garden What's grown will be distributed to the on-campus food bank and local food bank Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.06.2020
Promenade Days Festival and Craft Beer & BBQ Festival cancelled for 2020 Barrie BIA cancel popular festivals over health concerns Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.06.2020
Woman airlifted to Toronto hospital following crash in Severn on Sunday night A child securely fastened in a child safety seat was not injured Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.06.2020
Barrie Public Library encouraging everyone to get involved in Simcoe Reads contest Five libraries, five books, one winner Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.06.2020
12 new COVID-19 cases in Simcoe Muskoka since last update on June 12 Only five people are in hospital with the virus Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.06.2020
Toronto to remain in Stage 1 recovery; province gives green light for other regions to move to Stage 2 Seven other regions to join Simcoe Muskoka in Stage 2 Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.06.2020
Huntsville man accused of seeking sexual services from vulnerable women The investigation began in May after police received a complaint Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.06.2020
Extension of CERB program being considered by PM Details expected later in the week Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.06.2020
Texas records its highest number of COVID-19 hospitalizations in outbreak There was a weekend spike in cases in Florida as well Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.06.2020
Numbers continue to trend in the right direction as Public Health Ontario confirms fewer than 200 new cases Eight lives lost since yesterday's update Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.06.2020
Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital receives large grant from Sandra Schmirler Foundation $10,000 grant is going to the hospitals Paediatric Unit Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.06.2020
No life jackets, no safety equipment; boaters charged on Lake Simcoe and Georgian Bay Liquor also a factor Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.06.2020
Medical examiner calls Rayshard Brooks’ manner of death in Atlanta a homicide Police officer fired; police chief resigned Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.06.2020
Found: 14-year-old boy reported missing to Barrie Police Javontae Gerow back home safe Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.06.2020
Holland Marsh Growers’ Association: “Migrant workers are just like another family member.” All hands on deck to protect migrant workers from COVID-19 Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.06.2020
Ontario’s new COVID-19 caseload dips below 200 again 197 new cases of the virus, down from the 266 reported on Saturday Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.06.2020
Seniors and millennials share their movie love virtually Two millennials started a movie club with with quarantined senior citizens Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.06.2020
Man killed in single-vehicle crash Saturday in Barrie Police said the vehicle left the road, rolled several times and the driver was ejected Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.06.2020
Scenes from a Stage 2 Saturday in Barrie A city breaks out of its Covid cocoon Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.06.2020
Pickup truck containing thousands of dollars in tools and fishing gear stolen in Innisfil The theft occurred in the early hours of June 4, 2020 Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.06.2020
Star Buds opens Barrie’s second ‘Pot Shop’, at Livingstone and St. Vincent Streets 'Something for everyone' Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.06.2020
New COVID-19 cases in Ontario remain below 300 for a sixth straight day The number of tests completed for COVID-19 continues to remain high Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.06.2020
Two people arrested Thursday after a traffic stop in Huntsville turned nasty A woman is accused of driving her car at police Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.06.2020
More people allowed to attend wedding and funeral ceremonies in Ontario Receptions will still be limited to 10 or fewer people Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.06.2020
Anti-Black racism rallies in Innisfil and in Orillia on Saturday Innisfil rally is also to be a celebration of Black culture and Black-owned businesses Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.06.2020
Drugs seized during traffic stop in Tay Township on Thursday The drugs included more than $7,000 in cocaine Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.06.2020
Beaches in Barrie reopen on Saturday The goal is to have lifeguards on duty by early July Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.06.2020
Witnesses sought to theft of vehicle from Innisfil driveway Wednesday night Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.06.2020
Man charged with assault after attempting to report a theft, accused of confronting those he says were thieves No theft charges laid Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.06.2020
Province allowing social circles of up to 10 family and friends with no overlap Go hug a loved one Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.06.2020
Trudeau urges caution as provincial economies reopen; adds to air travel safety Speaks with premiers about violence against Black, Indigenous Canadians Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.06.2020
Georgian Mall expects retailers to gradually reopen as new health safety measures are introduced Mall operating at regular business hours Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.06.2020
Global pandemic pushing pause on many Pride Month events while others go virtual Barrie and Simcoe Pride both working on safe, healthy ways of celebrating pride Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.06.2020
Orillia man facing child porn charges following June 1 raid Search warrant the result of a four-month investigation Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.06.2020
Just two new cases of COVID-19 confirmed locally along with eight people recovered One each in Penetanguishene and Bradford-West Gwillimbury Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.06.2020
Fifty-Six of Simcoe County’s public elementary and high schools get an eco-thumb’s up Board is shooting for all facilities to receive EcoSchools Canada status Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.06.2020
Province confirms fewer than 200 new COVID-19 cases across Ontario Lowest number of new cases added to caseload since late March Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.06.2020
Curbside pickup being made available at Orillia Public Library as of June 16 Library staff can help narrow down some literary choices for you too Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.06.2020
Innisfil beaches remain closed; number of resident-only parking lots increased Cookstown splash pad close to opening Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.06.2020
Simcoe County high school teachers honour 48 students for Excellence in Education Teachers were asked for nominations Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.06.2020
Town of Innisfil approves Emergency Patio Program for local bars and restaurants Number of patrons is limited to a maximum of 50% of design capacity of the indoor establishment Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.06.2020
Driver charged after vehicle fled Gravenhurst RIDE check and ended up in ditch Brampton man facing charges Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.06.2020
Uplift Black Youth organizers seeking community support, financial and material donations Program hoping to help uplift black youth in Simcoe County Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.06.2020
Ontario allows family visits to long-term care homes starting June 18 Class-action lawsuit on behalf of long-term care residents to be filed against the province of Ontario Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.06.2020
Saturn’s largest moon is drifting off into space 100 times faster than researchers previously thought 'Not unusual for moons to slowly drift from their host planets' Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.06.2020
Three Barrie residents among the seven new cases of COVID-19 confirmed by the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit Majority of Barrie cases listed as recovered Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.06.2020
U.S. tops two-million confirmed coronavirus cases Seventeen states have reported an increase in average daily new COVID-19 cases Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.06.2020
NASCAR bans Confederate flags from future races Has long been a familiar sight at NASCAR races Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.06.2020
OPP deem straw fire near vacant Stayner home suspicious Evidence left at the scene indicates it was intentionally set Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.06.2020
Newmarket man charged in connection to August 2019 death Woman suffered serious trauma to her head, leading to fatal brain injury Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.06.2020
NHL teams will begin formal training camps July 10 Formal training camps for the 24 teams resuming play will open on July 10 Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.06.2020
Just over 200 new cases of COVID-19 announced province-wide, lowest number since late March Province far exceeded its daily testing target Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.06.2020
This new feature from Google solves one of the worst problems with video meetings Google Meet set to release noise-cancellation technology Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.06.2020
City to reopen Lakeshore Drive after added space failed to get used fully Reopening will allow for more parking as more businesses open back up too Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.06.2020
Barrie Marina patrons aid police in rough water rescue Wednesday evening After helping to rescue pair stranded on raft, boaters even offered to assist a stranded kite surfer Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.06.2020
Weather may have played a part in fatal south Barrie crash Wednesday night Police continue to investigate crash that claimed the life of an Innisfil man Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.06.2020
Elmvale Jungle Zoo reopens Saturday Visits are by reservation only Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.06.2020
Volunteers eager to clean up Barrie neighbourhoods: Local group forms cleanup initiative One week initiative runs from June 13-June 21 Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.06.2020
Collingwood Catholic High School renamed “Our Lady of the Bay” Formerly named Jean Vanier Catholic High School Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.06.2020
One person dead following south Barrie collision Wednesday evening Cause of crash under investigation Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.06.2020
Barrie to reopen beaches Saturday, but waterfront parking is for residents only Lifeguards still being hired and trained Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.06.2020
In-person shopping at Barrie Farmers’ Market as of this Saturday morning Crowds will be strictly controlled for safety's sake Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.06.2020
What happens when your Canada Emergency Response Benefit runs out? Some Canadians will exhaust their benefits on July 4 Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.06.2020
Barrie City Hall turns to Google-based online store building program to aid local businesses in going digital Local businesses and artists could sign up for a free online store Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.06.2020
Premier Ford to get tested after Education Minister was possibly exposed to COVID-19 Education Minister says his COVID-19 test results were negative Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.06.2020
Just three cases of COVID-19 added to Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit caseload overnight Two from Bradford-West Gwillimbury, one from Innisfil Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.06.2020
Town of Innisfil offering two library branches as cooling stations, but no access to library books, computers, or resources Lakeshore and Cookstown branches to be used to cool down only Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.06.2020
Ranking activities from least to most risky as more restrictions get lifted Ottawa Public Health separates common activities into three risk groups Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.06.2020
Big bump in the number of Ontarians recovered from COVID-19 as new cases remain in the 200-range Eleven lives lost since yesterday's update Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.06.2020
Barrie Public Library beginning curbside pickup of on-hold items Those picking up new material can bring overdue books back with them, everyone else should hold off for now Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.06.2020
Wasaga Beach Mayor disappointed by province’s regional approach to reopening due to potential impacts on the town Nina Bifolchi said she is waiting to hear how the province will deal with influx of visitors to the community Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.06.2020
Local health unit admits enforcement of physical distancing will be limited as province moves to Stage 2 reopening Health authorities also addressed recent anti-Black racism rallies Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.06.2020
Pair accused of using bank card stolen from Tottenham parked car Cards stolen overnight in late May Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.06.2020
Girl under age ten among the three new cases of COVID-19 announced in Simcoe County Tuesday afternoon Outbreak declared at Creemore long-term care home Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.06.2020
Proposed new rules for CERB eligibility includes penalties for fraudulent claims Liberals to table the proposed legislation in the House of Commons on Wednesday Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.06.2020
Two suspects sought, two in custody, after pickup hit the front of a Barrie home Nobody hurt in late morning collision Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.06.2020
All child care centres in Ontario can reopen on Friday, with restrictions Education Minister believes a lot of parents won't send their children to childcare centres yet Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.06.2020
Orillia man charged with assault after being found near the scene of the crime Victim suffered non-life threatening injuries in an altercation Monday morning Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.06.2020
Simcoe County Council approves $177 million redevelopment of Simcoe Manor and Village More long-term care beds, seniors housing units/homes part of the redevelopment Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.06.2020
Innisfil IdeaLAB & Library now accepting returns but is holding off on curbside service for now Returned items will remain in quarantine for 72 hours before staff check it in Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.06.2020
Province-wide COVID numbers trending downward as testing rates see some slowdowns Fewer than 14,000 tests were run to get the latest batch of results Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.06.2020
‘No evidence’ of spike from Trinity Bellwoods park revellers, Toronto Public Health says Thousands of people descended on the park on May 23 Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.06.2020
Innisfil launches online marketplace and support program to support local business Program encourages entrepreneurs and business owners to move their business online Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.06.2020
RVH running drive-thru testing for those without symptoms as Big Bay Point Road clinic starts seeing Walk-in patients again If you have some symptoms, visit Huronia Road Assessment Centre Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.06.2020
Barrie Community Foundation awards grants to ten local charities $127 thousand being divided among local organizations Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.06.2020
Multiple charges laid on the waters of Southern Georgian Bay last weekend Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.06.2020
Event company in Muskoka offers Elopement Day for couples who can’t wait to say “I Do” Elopment means you can get married now, and party later. Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.06.2020
High-rise development proposed for Bradford Street is largest the city has ever seen 'A good sign for our city' Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.06.2020
UPDATE: Barrie Police Services Board to discuss city councillor’s request to divert some of the police budget money to social services Keenan Aylwin said it will be an uncomfortable and difficult conversation for the Barrie Police Services Board Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.06.2020
Curbside pickup at Springwater Township Public Library begins Tuesday, June 9 Elmvale and Midhurst Branches first out of the gate, Minesing Branch starts June 11 Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.06.2020
New exemption allows immediate family members to cross U.S. border into Canada The exemption begins at midnight Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.06.2020
Three youths tossed from vessel after colliding with a wake at Penetang Harbour on Friday A 16-year-old boy has been charged Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.06.2020
Parts of Ontario given green light to reopen patios, beaches and parks on Friday Simcoe Muskoka among the regions allowed to enter Stage 2 on Friday Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.06.2020
RVH begins safe, gradual surgical ramp-up Patients told to expect a different hospital experience than they have had in the past and things may take longer. Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.06.2020
Real estate market in Barrie and Simcoe County came back to life in May The number of residential units sold doubled Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.06.2020
Ontario reports lowest new COVID-19 case count since March 29 243 new cases of the virus and 24 more deaths Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.06.2020
SMDHU promotes free app so local residents can help identify ticks Due to COVID-19 physical distancing measures, the health unit is no longer accepting submission of ticks. Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.06.2020
COVID-19 cases rising among young people in Hamilton-area May be getting lax about precautionary measures Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.06.2020
New Zealand says it has eliminated COVID-19 – for now Prime Minister believes there will be more cases, but they'll ready Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.06.2020
Half of the 415 new cases of COVID-19 in Ontario listed as a ‘reporting delay’ Testing dips below the 20,000 mark Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.06.2020
11 year old boy dies from injuries after a collision with a pickup truck while riding his bicycle in Angus Police continue to investigate the collision Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.06.2020
Six types of hand sanitizers recalled by Health Canada The recalled hand sanitizers are made with industrial-grade ethanol Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.06.2020
Anti-Black racism protest in Barrie, second demonstration in three days Rallies held across the country Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.06.2020
Crash in south Barrie Saturday morning, one person airlifted to Toronto trauma centre Two people injured, one critically Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.06.2020
New COVID-19 caseloads in Ontario stays below 400 The number of individual tests completed in Ontario set a record for the third day in a row Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.06.2020
Emergency orders extended 10 days by the Ford government Restaurants and bars will continue to be restricted to take-out and delivery service only Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.06.2020
Black Lives Matter protest in Barrie on Saturday More than 1,000 people attended a protest on Thursday Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.06.2020
Orillia OPP execute 13 search warrants in early June Outstanding charges included assaults and drug offences Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.06.2020
Real police investigating call from phony cop looking for personal info Scammer claimed to be fraud investigator from Nottawasaga Detachment Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.06.2020
Oro Medonte says waterfront and boat launch parking is for residents only Those who call Oro home will have to register for a pass online Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.06.2020
Pair of Bradford seniors scammed out of cash with phony threat of arrest Pair instructed to leave cash on doorstep Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.06.2020
Virtual Reality being put to use as substitute for face-to-face post-secondary learning at Georgian College Georgian College architectural and paramedics students already using tech, other uses being explored Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.06.2020
Premier Ford to announce Stage 2 plans early next week but warns they will not begin immediately Ford says the feds $14 billion offer "won't cut it" Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.06.2020
Chief of Barrie Police Service issues statement following peaceful protest in downtown Barrie "You had a message to share and your message was clearly heard." Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.06.2020
Feds announce one-time, tax- free payment to help Canadians with disabilities cope with pandemic costs PM also announces offer of $14B to provinces for "things all Canadians need" Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.06.2020
South Simcoe Police Chief issues statement in light of George Floyd protests "Every day we must strive for equality and unity." Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.06.2020
Canadian unemployment rate hits record high in May while Barrie’s jobless rate rose 2.5 percent Despite swell in new jobs, more were looking for work Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.06.2020
RVH gets $50,000 donation to purchase ventilators for ICU patients fighting back COVID-19 Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.06.2020
Another five COVID-19 cases confirmed by the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit, including two from Barrie Three more recoveries reported in our region Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.06.2020
Local hair salons and barbershops feel combed-over by state of emergency extension "The uncertainty has made it very difficult." Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.06.2020
More recoveries than new cases added to Ontario caseload as over 20,000 tests were run in a day Province continues to exceed testing targets Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.06.2020
Child cyclist in Toronto hospital following Thursday evening collision in Angus Police hoping witnesses will come forward Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.06.2020
Some City of Orillia COVID-19 measures to remain in place until the end of August City maintaining some tax relief measures and keeping rec facilities closed for now Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.06.2020
Catholic grads in Simcoe-Muskoka to receive keepsake lawn signs until more meaningful celebration can be held 3,500 students to receive the signs June 5 Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.06.2020
“I feel emotional. I feel moved.” Many voices heard during a peaceful call for justice for black lives Thursday demonstration capped off by eight minutes and 46 seconds of silence Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.06.2020
Reopening of Sunset Barrie Drive-in delayed until Saturday, June 6 Online ticket problems to blame Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.06.2020
Guilty plea from an Innisfil man in child porn case that spanned Western Canada and the U.S. South Simcoe Police began an investigation after receiving information from the Mounties Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.06.2020
Charges laid after police say a man was banned from speaking to young children in Innisfil Innisfil man accused of breaching court order Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.06.2020
Three new officers sworn in via video conference, a first for South Simcoe Police "we had to look for creative uses of technology and safe distancing opportunities in order to appropriately introduce our new employees" Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.06.2020
Oro-Medonte woman charged after cops seize crystal meth during Orillia traffic stop Police pulled vehicle over early Sunday morning Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.06.2020
Short-term cottage and airbnb rentals can reopen on Friday in Ontario, says Minister Fedeli Minister Vic Fedeli tweeted the announcement on Thursday afternoon. Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.06.2020
R.O.P.E. squad seeking a federal offender known to frequent Barrie James Christopher DeBruin is serving a two-year term for numerous offences Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.06.2020
Ontario and Quebec now account for 90% of Canada’s COVID-19 caseload Officials project that by June 15, Canada could have up to 107,454 cases and up to 9,400 deaths. Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.06.2020
Numerous vehicle break-ins in Alliston OPP said vehicles are being left unlocked Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.06.2020
One-time payment for seniors facing COVID-19 hardships will be paid the week of July 6 Trudeau also says new COVID-19 modelling is coming Thursday afternoon Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.06.2020
Two more cases of COVID-19 in Simcoe County and six people recovered Additions come a day following the announcement of no new cases Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.06.2020
More COVID-19 recoveries than new cases confirmed Thursday as the province continues to surpass testing targets Forty-one more recoveries than new cases in today's update from Public Health Ontario Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.06.2020
“It’s not a matter of here we go again, it’s we’re still here.” A Barrie woman of mixed-race reacts to George Floyd death Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.06.2020
Guelph company developing test for COVID-19 that could yield results in 20 minutes Trials could begin within three months Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.06.2020
Police remind you to “Lock It or Lose It ” following theft from vehicle in Midland 39-year-old man facing theft related charges Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.06.2020
Obama urges Americans to make “real change” in wake of George Floyd’s death Former presidents Bill Clinton, Jimmy Carter and George W. Bush have also issued statements Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.06.2020
All four police officers at the scene of George Floyd’s death have now been charged Derek Chauvin's murder charges have been upgraded Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.06.2020
Ontario’s extended state of emergency order ‘won’t slow down the reopening process’ Premier Doug Ford plans to discuss Ontario's reopening plans next week Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.06.2020
Police probing Tuesday morning sudden death in Midland Police, paramedics, fire services called to Midland home Tuesday morning Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.06.2020
Search for crashed helicopter and Canadian service members comes to an end Wreckage and unidentified human remains found 3,143 metres below the surface. Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.06.2020
“Making Change Across Simcoe County” highlighting black-owned businesses across the region Hopes to spark broad community interest and foster conversations around inclusion and diversity Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.06.2020
No new cases of COVID-19 in Simcoe or Muskoka according to local health unit Wednesday Four more people recovered, no lives lost since late May Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.06.2020
Province says workers should start receiving pandemic pay in early June There are two kinds of pandemic pay you may be eligible for Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.06.2020
K9 unit tracks teen driving suspect who fled from South Simcoe Police on Tuesday A 16 year old youth is up on a number of charges Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.06.2020
Clearview Fire tackle large hay bale fire near Stayner Wednesday morning What was left of the bale was allowed to burn itself out Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.06.2020
Slight dip in new COVID cases announced by Ontario health officials after a two-day run of 400+ 327 recoveries since yesterday's update, 19 more lives lost Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.06.2020
Barrie Mayor, Police anticipate peaceful protest amid local call for justice for black lives Officials echo calls from protest organizers to keep this a peaceful show of solidarity Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.06.2020
Drugs seized during search warrant in New Tecumseth on Tuesday The search warrant was part of an ongoing drug investigation Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.06.2020
Queen’s Park extends emergency order until at least the end of June "Critical to continue to exercise caution to keep everyone safe" Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.06.2020
Pandemic hampering adoption of felines at Furry Friends Animal Shelter Barrie animal shelter full as volunteers take care of more strays Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.06.2020
Need for speed alarms Oro-Medonte councillor Shawn Scott has started a "Please Slow Down" campaign Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.06.2020
Suspicious encounter in Bradford on May 5 has South Simcoe Police interested Couple told homeowner they were looking for their lost pet Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.06.2020
Trudeau sidesteps questions about Trump, says systemic racism in Canada must be addressed Stared silently at the camera for 22 seconds before commenting Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.06.2020
Barrie manufacturer to retool with provincial funds as Queen’s Park urges us to be vigilant in the face of a second COVID wave Many COVID-positive patients didn't receive proper contact tracing, Health Minister hopes they followed up online Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.06.2020
Schools to reach out to make arrangements on getting students’ stuff back home Who knows what's been growing in your locker this whole time? Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.06.2020
Two Severn Township women among four new cases of COVID-19 in Simcoe County Another eight people recovered since yesterday's update Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.06.2020
Epic fail as driver uses magic marker to update his licence sticker and is nabbed by Huntsville OPP on Monday The driver was already suspended Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.06.2020
Public Health Ontario confirms bump in new cases as it adds 446 Rise in new cases comes after a week of numbers in the 300-range or lower Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.06.2020
Barrie woman builds community through diversity and inclusion Shelly Skinner said for white people, it is not enough to just put #blacklivesmatter on a post Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.06.2020
Horse racing gets back on the saddle at Georgian Downs Spectators will not be permitted Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.06.2020
Organizers call for peaceful protest during Justice for Black Lives demonstration at Barrie City Hall Thursday Demonstrators asked to maintain a safe distance from each other during rally Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.06.2020
Barrie Police seeking three men in incidents at Shoppers Drug Mart and Circle K Call police or Crime Stoppers with information Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.06.2020
We got some questions answered about Barrie’s furry Friday visitor hide your pic-a-nic baskets Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.06.2020
Trump says he’s “president of law and order,” declares aggressive action on violent protests Said he would deploy "thousands and thousands" of heavily armed soldiers Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.06.2020
City Hall rubberstamps patio everywhere plan and await word from BIA on Dunlop pedestrianization Council also gives final okay to Colts' rent relief and Collier St. land sale Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.06.2020
Barrie restaurateurs say fast-tracked patio plan is vital to survival during pandemic "It's excruciating to see these mom and pop restaurants closing" Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.06.2020
Virtual public meeting to review Allandale Station-area development a first for Barrie City Hall Meeting allowed concerned residents to weigh in from home Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.06.2020
Dentists hoping for patience from their patients as offices begin to reopen Those with high priority, emergency, or urgent need will be seen first Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.06.2020
Slew of guns seized by OPP from a Barrie residence on Monday Arrest of a suspect connected to a gun trafficking investigation Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.06.2020
One donation means one chance to win big as David Busby Centre vies for new van from Great Canadian Giving Challenge Outreach van has done its duty, time for a new one Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.06.2020
Conservative leadership hopefuls to hold official language debates in mid-June, Canadians asked to submit questions Video-recorded questions can be submitted online Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.06.2020
Province plans to extend emergency orders until June 30 The motion to extend the orders will be debated at Queen's Park on Tuesday Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.06.2020
Orillia Arts Council calling all artists to get involved in National Arts Drive this Saturday afternoon Sign up and display your art from 4-7pm to join in national culture movement Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.06.2020
Ontario introduces new fixed COVID-19 electricity rate It's a higher rate than people had been enjoying Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.06.2020
Drug charges against suspect who fled a traffic stop in Collingwood on Friday Police said the investigation is continuing Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.06.2020
Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit’s Epidemic Curve continues to slope downward as nine new cases confirmed locally Another 16 people have recovered, no new lives lost Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.06.2020
Two men rescued on Lake Simcoe by South Simcoe Police on Sunday This is the second Marine call in a week involving poor weather Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.06.2020
Feds accelerate billions in funding for cash-strapped municipalities It falls well short of the $10B in 'new funding' the FCM asked for Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.06.2020
Motorcyclist airlifted to hospital on Sunday following a collision in Innisfil An SUV collided with a motorcylce. Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.06.2020
Township of Severn looks to stand out from the crowd with a rebrand Residents invited to have their say Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.06.2020
Provincial COVID-19 caseload now exceeding 28,000 as one-day addition exceeds 400 Another ten lives lost to the virus since yesterday's update Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.06.2020
Bradford home a total loss following Monday morning fire, cause to be determined Heavy damage to ground floor and two vehicles Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.06.2020
Temporary change to layoff regulations announced by Ontario to help businesses The amendments will help businesses avoid permanently laying off workers and paying out severance Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.06.2020
Municipally run summer camps cancelled in Township of Springwater Refunds will be issued to those who registered Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.06.2020
Repair and resurfacing begins on Lightfoot Trail in Orillia’s J.B. Tudhope Memorial Park Portion of the trail will be closed starting June 1st. Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.06.2020
Fires flare near White House amid rising tensions with police during protests Protesters screamed, "Who do you serve? Who do you protect?" Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.06.2020
REMINDER: Fairview Road to be closed from June to November to complete Harvie Rd. crossing in South Barrie Closure will not affect access to Barrie-Simcoe Emergency Services Campus Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.06.2020
Remembering the Barrie tornado – 35 years ago Fourteen tornadoes swept through Ontario that day Read More > Facebook Twitter 31.05.2020
Slight jump in COVID-19 cases in Ontario on Sunday Recoveries from the virus close in on 22,000 Read More > Facebook Twitter 31.05.2020
Vehicle strikes cruiser, flees traffic stop in Bradford on Friday Other vehicles forced off the road as Chrysler 300 sped away Read More > Facebook Twitter 31.05.2020
Fire at an abandoned home in Barrie on Saturday believed to have been intentionally set Three teenage males were seen in the area of the home Read More > Facebook Twitter 31.05.2020
Sunset Barrie gears up for June 5 opening as province allows drive-in theatres Drive-in may screen movie classics as starters Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.05.2020
Ontario introduces fixed electricity rate of 12.8 cents per kWh until October 31 Based on the average cost of electricity, set by the Ontario Energy Board. Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.05.2020
Record number of tests conducted as 323 new cases of COVID-19 reported in Ontario Labs in the province turned around nearly 21,000 tests on Friday Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.05.2020
Ontario Parks expanding day-use activities, backcountry camping to be allowed Province also gives the green light for existing outdoor drive-in movie theatres to reopen Sunday Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.05.2020
COVID-19 outbreak redeclared at a Barrie long-term care home A staff member at Owen Hill Care Community has tested positive for the virus Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.05.2020
NBA Targets July 31 to resume season – Reports 20-22 teams expected to be invited to play in Orlando Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.05.2020
Wasaga Beach closing parking lots to discourage day-trippers “Since the arrival of warmer weather, we have seen day-trippers visit our community," said Wasaga Beach's Mayor Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.05.2020
Ontario now considering lifting COVID-19 restrictions on a regional basis Nearly 80% of all COVID-19 cases in Ontario are in the Toronto-area Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.05.2020
Barrie Colts deliver 30,000th meal as team continues to provide for essential workers and those in need Sadlon Arena kitchen used to turn out over 800 meals a day Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.05.2020
Feds ‘considering’ ways to reunite families separated by COVID-19 border closures It would possibly allow for family reunification Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.05.2020
Curbside pickup at Barrie Public Library to be introduced in phases starting June 10 Hold off on your returns for now, unless you're picking something up at the same time Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.05.2020
Province surpasses testing targets for a second straight day, adds over 300 cases to Ontario-wide caseload Another 344 cases added to provincial caseload Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.05.2020
Oro Medonte residents must register in advance if they wish to weigh in on upcoming virtual township meetings Meeting will be available through YouTube Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.05.2020
Driver facing drunk and dangerous driving charges after police say she was trying to impress some teenagers Children's Aid Society contacted Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.05.2020
Police and Natural Resources officers track bear through south Barrie neighbourhood for over four hours Friday morning Animal safely sedated then relocated Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.05.2020
Virtual concert and baking contest included in Innisfil’s 200th birthday celebrations Restrictions don't mean you can't celebrate Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.05.2020
Canada Post employees back at it after COVID concerns prompted early departure Employees punched out early over a misunderstanding, according to a Canada Post spokesperson Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.05.2020
UPDATE: Barrie teen reported missing Tuesday found, safe and sound Police say 15-year-old Malique Raspal is safe Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.05.2020
County health head hopes scathing military report will bring about change in Long-Term Care The five long-term care homes cited in a recent report are the exception, not the rule Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.05.2020
Long-term care inspectors in OPSEU refused to enter homes during COVID-19 peak "I've been taking bullets every day for the union" Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.05.2020
Pandemic could spur housing development in Barrie – Mayor Council agenda jammed with large development proposals Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.05.2020
Dr. Tam issues warning over non-medical mask use in humid weather "Don't judge people not wearing a mask" Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.05.2020
Two new cases of Covid-19 reported in Simcoe County since Wednesday – in Springwater, Innisfil Simcoe Muskoka Health Unit breakdown shows 96% of regional cases in Simcoe County Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.05.2020
Ontario Real Estate Association hands down new guidelines as folks begin looking back into housing market Virtual tours, electronic document processing should be standard practice for now Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.05.2020
Eastern Ontario man accused of using fake gun during real crime in Essa Township Series of weapons charges laid Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.05.2020
“Everybody feels very comfortable with the precautions” cleaning services resume as physical distancing guidelines remain in place Staff now wearing masks, asking for plenty of space while working Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.05.2020
Testing rates on the rise as Public Health Ontario announces another bump in new COVID-19 cases Numbers from Public Health indicate a surge of people seeking out testing Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.05.2020
Public School Board’s Terry Fox Foundation fundraising efforts have exceeded four million bucks This year's run will be virtual Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.05.2020
Barrie Colts get a break on the rent at Sadlon Arena as they continue to cook up hot meals for essential workers Rent relief request expected to be rubberstamped at next meeting of council Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.05.2020
Getting ready for kindergarten program being hosted by EarlyON child and family centre Online program runs weekly throughout June Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.05.2020
Local artist brings beauty to the windows of the David Busby Centre Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.05.2020
Flashy stolen car recovered in Bracebridge Barrie man facing charges, one other suspect being sought Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.05.2020
Kids Help Phone hosts virtual dance-a-thon to raise funds for children and youth in need of service Upload your dance videos on May 31st to support kids help phone Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.05.2020
Walt Disney World theme parks propose mid-July reopening SeaWorld also planning to reopen Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.05.2020
Ontario Nurses’ Association calls for demonstrated commitment from province to fix long-term care ONA: We will hold this government accountable to keep its promise to fix this ‘broken system.' Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.05.2020
City of Barrie refunding day camp and program fees after cancelling summer session for now Refunds should arrive in the coming weeks Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.05.2020
Suspect with a Joker tattoo accused of stealing child’s bike at Alliston Dairy Queen on Monday Police tried to locate the bike or the suspect without any luck Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.05.2020
Premier Ford says they won’t shy away from the horrors found at long-term care homes An independent commision will look into long-term care homes after scathing report Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.05.2020
A young boy in Bradford-West Gwillimbury is the Simcoe County District Health Unit’s only addition to Wednesday’s COVID caseload No new lives lost in the past week Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.05.2020
One million Face Shields produced at Oro-Medonte company Company President David Yeaman credits the entire staff for adapting to the change Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.05.2020
Military report shows staffing and PPE shortages at long-term care homes in Quebec "Discussions will be had with premiers on what more can be done" Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.05.2020
Housing market to be hit hard by COVID pandemic through to the end of 2022, according to CMHC housing outlook Ontario to be hit harder than some, but not as bad as oil-dependent Alberta and Saskatchewan Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.05.2020
Barrie Transit extends free service, adds new safety measures Passengers encouraged to wear non-medical masks while riding public transit Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.05.2020
