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Oro Medonte home suffers $400k in damage following Friday morning fire Fire chief says smoke detector did its job Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.07.2021
Ontario investing $2.8M in local businesses to boost growth in Barrie area “These projects ... will enable long-term measurable outcomes, including job creation, job retention and strong regional growth" Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.07.2021
You’re going back to the office. What do you wear? The pandemic accelerated the relaxation of dress codes and the casualization of office attire Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.07.2021
Deaths on the water in OPP Central Region up 44 per cent this year "Think before you sink" Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.07.2021
It’s so hot in Dubai that the government is artificially creating rainstorms Scientists in the United Arab Emirates are making it rain — artificially — using electrical charges from drones Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.07.2021
BMX pump track opens at Innisfil Beach Park "this pump track will go a long way to ensuring our youth have another exciting option to get active.” Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.07.2021
Alliston man accused of spitting on officers during drunk driving arrest in Bradford Police say motorist was also suspended from driving Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.07.2021
RVH closes Emergency Room parking lot for resurfacing project Lot will be closed as of Friday, July 23 Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.07.2021
Feds urged to stop ‘aggressively’ cutting wage and rent subsidies to small business owners Only 35 per cent of small businesses are back to normal sales, warns CFIB Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.07.2021
City marks one week since tornado struck; everyone’s been released from the hospital “What makes Barrie great is the people. We are a city of helpers, and we care for our neighbours" Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.07.2021
Barrie-born company gets Health Canada green light to make pharma-grade cannabis Demand growing for cannabis-based drugs as pharmaceutical trials continue across the globe Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.07.2021
China won’t accept plans by the WHO to further study COVID-19 origins WHO says accessing raw data from the Wuhan lab is "a challenge." Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.07.2021
Volunteers needed to help remove invasive phragmites from Penetanguishene waterfront Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.07.2021
Men leave a bigger carbon footprint than women, climate study finds Men more likely to drop money on high-emitting categories, such as gasoline for cars Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.07.2021
Big bucks for Tiny Township man after Lotto 6/49 win Will put the money toward a down payment on a house Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.07.2021
With older brother by his side, Colts’ Clarke set for Friday’s NHL Draft "My whole life he's been huge for me and I wouldn't be where I am without him" Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.07.2021
Beach Advisories – Simcoe County, Muskoka, Haliburton, Kawartha Lakes Is the water safe? Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.07.2021
City of Orillia begins new incentive for lifeguard recruitment City offering to pay individuals 16+ while training to become certified lifeguards Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.07.2021
United States to maintain non-essential travel restrictions in place at U.S.-Canada border News comes as Ontario reports fewer than 200 new cases of COVID again Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.07.2021
City of Barrie provides more information, resources for residents affected by tornado Barrie 360 has partnered with the City of Barrie to live stream tomorrow's Healing After Trauma mental wellness event Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.07.2021
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says disaster relief funding available for tornado victims, province just needs to ask Federal Disaster Relief Fund being put to the test of late Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.07.2021
Fitting in self-care and reaching out to support network key to recovering from traumatic events like a tornado Special mental wellness event being held for victims of last week's tornado in Barrie Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.07.2021
Ontario’s top doc thinks vaccine threshold for next step of reopening should be higher ''Hard to build community immunity with 20 per cent of the population unvaccinated" Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.07.2021
Norway’s beach handball team fined for refusing to wear bikini bottoms: “Embarrassing, disgraceful and sexist” "Female athletes must wear bikini bottoms" and must have "a close fit" Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.07.2021
City of Barrie provides more support for residents affected by tornado To date, City staff have hauled and disposed of approximately 108 tonnes of tornado debris at the Barrie Landfill Site. Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.07.2021
Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit preparing hesitancy outreach program to bolster trailing vaccine numbers Simcoe-Muskoka seeing third lowest rate of fully vaccinated adults in Ontario Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.07.2021
Body of man found in Penetanguishene Bay Victim is from Etobicoke Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.07.2021
Cooking fire in Gravenhurst did a million dollars in damage Fire service says BBQ was too close to the wall Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.07.2021
Buyers are getting creative as Canada’s housing affordability crisis rages on 45% of Canadians polled support a national housing strategy to improve affordability Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.07.2021
Barrie city councillor who rode out tornado says it’s time for hurricane straps on new builds Natalie Harris was visiting someone at a home when the tornado ripped off the roof Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.07.2021
Barrie tornado victims being offered free legal advice, urged to reach out before signing on for repairs Lawyer Marshall Green doesn't want a replay of what he saw in 1985 Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.07.2021
Huntsville OPP seize explosives, drugs, knife at R.I.D.E. check Suspect was on probation Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.07.2021
Jeff Bezos and Blue Origin crew complete successful space flight Jeff Bezos joined by his brother, Mark, and an 82-year-old and an 18-year-old Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.07.2021
Science Advisory table recommends schools get ‘back to normal’ this fall Should come with sports and clubs, no daily health checks at the door, and optional masking Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.07.2021
‘It’s usually a few minutes, at best,’ says Environment Canada meteorologist about tornado warning lead time Questions raised about timing of tornado warning in wake of Barrie twister Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.07.2021
City of Barrie Tornado Recovery continued Monday City staff have now completed clearing all public lands in the affected area Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.07.2021
Georgian College makes statement regarding Fall 2021 return to campus activity "All in-person instruction and on-campus activities... would be permitted to resume without capacity limits." Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.07.2021
Fully vaccinated American tourists welcome in Canada as of Aug. 9, other nationals on Sept. 7 More Canadian airports to accept international flights Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.07.2021
Canada joins the U.S. to condemn China for costly Microsoft hack China’s Ministry of State Security "fostered an ecosystem of criminal contract hackers" Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.07.2021
UWO engineer says tornado damage in Barrie would have been less if building code followed City of Barrie says claim by engineer 'casts a misleading shadow' Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.07.2021
Car takes down posts and trees in Bracebridge Motorist charged with impaired driving Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.07.2021
Rotary of Innisfil weekend bottle drive helps local Legion and Innisfil Food Bank It was the first of three bottle drives this summer Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.07.2021
Los Angeles County reinstates mask mandate as Delta variant fuels COVID spike New cases have spiked almost 70% in the U.S. over the past week Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.07.2021
Sunday night house fire in Innisfil not considered suspicious No injuries; $150,000 damage Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.07.2021
Significant progress being made on cleanup at tornado recovery site; some operations winding down The City’s information centre located in the trailer near Saint Gabriel’s School will remain on site Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.07.2021
Barrie was one of five communities hit by tornadoes last Thursday All are considered EF2 tornadoes Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.07.2021
Washington Nationals game suspended as fans rush for exits after shooting outside stadium Police said three people were shot Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.07.2021
Jet ski strikes kayak on Three Mile Lake; three people taken to hospital; woman charged with impaired operation Two adults and a child treated for minor injuries Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.07.2021
The search for victims after the tornado: ‘It’s really just about trying to prioritize. You know, the most urgent to the least’ Each building was searched more than once Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.07.2021
Recycling boxes available; no street parking as tornado clean-up continues in southeast Barrie Insurance companies have set up mobile trailers to assist residents with claims Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.07.2021
Body of Simcoe County man recovered from northern Ontario lake Police say victim was ejected from a water tube Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.07.2021
Intensive search underway for survivors of destructive flooding in western Europe Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.07.2021
Home sweet home for the Blue Jays begins July 30 Blue Jays last played in Toronto on September 29, 2019 Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.07.2021
Overwhelming community support following Barrie tornado On-site donations for relief efforts have been halted Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.07.2021
Sixty homes deemed unsafe following south Barrie tornado, city continues recovery efforts City waiving landfill fees for affected residents until July 23 Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.07.2021
South Simcoe Police say Holland River death not considered suspicious Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.07.2021
COVID-19 numbers remain constant as Ontario enters Step Three of Roadmap to Reopen Just one new case of COVID reported by the local health unit on Friday Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.07.2021
Premier Doug Ford glimpses Barrie’s spirit as he surveys tornado damage in city’s south end "I get chills just talking about it because everyone pitches in." Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.07.2021
Simcoe Muskoka Health Unit says success of move to Step Three will depend on vaccinations, adherence to health measures "It is still vital that we continue to follow the precautions necessary to prevent a resurgence of COVID-19 in our area" Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.07.2021
Ontario to move into Step Three of Roadmap to Reopen, ahead of schedule, on July 16 Many indoor services and events permitted to resume under final stage of provincial plan Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.07.2021
Recovery efforts begin following a destructive EF-2 tornado in south Barrie Hundreds of homes, thousands of people affected Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.07.2021
Tornado damage? Preparing to talk with your insurance rep "Document the damage, take photos... those can be helpful." Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.07.2021
Eleven people injured, 20 to 25 structures damaged and several destroyed by Thursday’s tornado in Barrie Emergency crews conducting second search of affected neighbourhoods Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.07.2021
Alectra crews working to repair power lines damaged by high winds Some customers could be without power until tomorrow afternoon Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.07.2021
Environment Canada confirms a tornado touched down in south Barrie Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.07.2021
Toronto teen killed in Lake Rosseau boat collision; body of 51-year-old Oakville woman recovered Six people were on board the boats when they collided Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.07.2021
RVH moves to next step of visitor restrictions Beginning Friday, July 16, all admitted patients are allowed one visitor per day, for one hour, seven days a week. Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.07.2021
With dining rooms open again some restaurant owners still struggling to find staff amid CERB offerings Local owner says she can't pay more than the industry allows, many still choosing CERB Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.07.2021
Innisfil man among nearly two dozen arrested in cross-border, multi-million dollar cocaine smuggling bust Over $10 million in drugs seized, 22 people facing charges Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.07.2021
On Twitter, bad news spreads faster than good Negativity is contagious Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.07.2021
Georgian Bay General Hospital lifts more visitor restrictions Allowing two visitors at a time for inpatients between 9:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.07.2021
Watch a 3D-printed robotic hand play Nintendo Engineers have created an inflatable robot so nimble it can beat the classic Nintendo game Super Mario Bros. Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.07.2021
One dead, one missing, four in hospital after boat collision on Lake Rosseau One of the injured was airlifted to hospital in Toronto Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.07.2021
More restrictions being lifted, more services reopening, as province marches towards Step Three Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.07.2021
Barrie police seize drugs, currency, prohibited weapon during traffic stop Suspects attempted to flee on foot Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.07.2021
Barrie reopening Recreation Centres with safety restrictions in place as part of Step 3 of Ontario’s Reopening Plan Step Three focuses on the resumption of more indoor services Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.07.2021
Georgian College not copying Seneca regarding COVID-19 vaccination for students and staff Students living in residence at Lakehead University in Orillia will be required to have received at least one dose of vaccine Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.07.2021
Bradford teen who was reported missing has been located. Teen is safe Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.07.2021
Utah company stops sales of gun that appears to look like Lego toy Culper Precision backs down after Lego takes aim at Block19 Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.07.2021
Ontario lifting testing rules for fully-vaccinated employees or visitors to Long-Term Care homes One of several rules being eased for residents when Step Three takes effect Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.07.2021
Orillia Public Library creating new lending collection of hot spots and tablets to help seniors connect digitally Federal grant of $40,000 to assist in purchase of new equipment Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.07.2021
NASA predicts a “wobble” in the moon’s orbit may lead to record flooding on Earth Flooding could exceed thresholds more often, and occur in clusters lasting more than a month Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.07.2021
Fight Like Mason Foundation is taking the fear out of paediatric IV treatment Themed intravenous poles will help young Soldiers' patients live out their superhero dreams Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.07.2021
Easing your dog’s separation anxiety when you go back to the office One trainer recommends leaving your dog with at least 20 toys to play with Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.07.2021
How to watch the Perseids — the best meteor shower of the year The Perseids are active every year from around July 14 to August 24 Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.07.2021
Long-term care facility for deaf in Barrie receives government cash to upgrade HVAC system Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.07.2021
Missing 15-year-old Wasaga Beach boy could be headed toward Niagara Region: OPP Rayce Harris was last seen by family near a Wasaga Beach trail on Saturday night Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.07.2021
Barrie Police Chief named Officer of the Order of Merit of the Police Forces Award recognizes a career of exceptional service or distinctive merit Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.07.2021
Over seven million Ontario adults have rolled up their sleeves twice for a COVID shot Local health unit reported just two new cases of COVID on Tuesday, second day in a row Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.07.2021
City of Orillia getting primed to raze former OPP detachment Demolition to begin during week of July 26, making way for permit parking Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.07.2021
Convincing-looking pellet gun seized; pair charged following east-end Barrie weapons call Two Toronto-area men, aged 16 and 18, facing weapons, trafficking, assault charges Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.07.2021
Drugs, smokes, cellphones seized on their way into Gravenhurst prison Police, prison officers seized contraband packages valued at over $105,000 Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.07.2021
Body of man recovered from waters of Lake Muskoka Tuesday morning Man's death is not being considered suspicious Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.07.2021
‘Heavy-duty’ $12,000 fine for Barrie couple caught up under expiring travel rules MP John Brassard has reached out to feds Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.07.2021
Gateway Casino Innisfil and Casino Rama getting set to reopen, one earlier than the other Innisfil location opening July 16, Rama on July 29 Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.07.2021
U.N. warns 10% of world undernourished as hunger “shot up” amid COVID pandemic Half of all undernourished people live in Asia Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.07.2021
101-carat diamond sells at auction for $12.3 million — in cryptocurrency Second-largest pear-shaped diamond ever sold Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.07.2021
Unmarked graves found at site of Residential School in B.C.’s Gulf Islands More than 160 "undocumented and unmarked" graves confirmed on Penelakut Island Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.07.2021
“Let’s all take a breather and enjoy the summer” worst of gypsy moth caterpillar infestation is behind us County Forrester Graeme Davis says your trees should bounce back just fine Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.07.2021
Second time in a week: no new deaths due to COVID in Ontario Ontario has surpassed 15 million vaccines administered to date Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.07.2021
Local medical officer of health points out risk of going into Step Three earlier than scheduled Concerns raised over Delta variant and vaccine hesitancy in the region Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.07.2021
Employees assaulted during Euro Cup celebrations in Bradford Suspects allegedly refused to mask and wanted to bring their own cooler in Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.07.2021
Police trying to determine identity of body found in Holland River near Bradford Autopsy hopes to ascertain cause of death Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.07.2021
Tow truck driver dies in unrelated incident to crash on Highway 11 Police say the tow operator had responded to the scene of the collision Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.07.2021
Florida’s manatees are dying in record numbers, officials say Loss of seagrass beds leading to starvation Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.07.2021
Crowd stabilizes out-of-control carnival ride at Michigan fair Platform came loose from its anchors Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.07.2021
Barrie man arrested in bar fight at Wasaga Beach; loaded handgun confiscated Charges include unauthorized possession of a firearm and assault Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.07.2021
Richard Branson and Virgin Galactic complete successful space flight Billionaire Branson beats Jeff Bezos to the punch Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.07.2021
UPDATE: Missing Wasaga Beach teen could be headed south of the area – OPP Police say teen is known to frequent trails Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.07.2021
Orillia OPP nab impaired driver in stolen vehicle Driver fled from police but didn't get very far Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.07.2021
Co-chair of anti-racism task force in Barrie says success won’t be measured because ‘racism isn’t going to end’ Anti-racism task force has five themes Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.07.2021
Remains of second Canadian pulled from rubble of collapsed Florida condo tower Two Canadians remain unaccounted for Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.07.2021
Conservation efforts have saved China’s giant pandas from the endangered species list More than 1,800 of the animals now live in the wild Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.07.2021
Drugs and suspected counterfeit merchandise seized during traffic stop in Orillia Two suspects facing a total of 25 charges including drug offences Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.07.2021
Missing woman may have been in the Midland-area on Canada Day Police say Anna Turpin could have been driving on County Road 93 Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.07.2021
Theatre advocates give Ontario’s Step Three reopening plan rotten tomatoes Theatres will be restricted to 50 per cent capacity Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.07.2021
Missing Barrie man believed to be in downtown Toronto Police seeking public's help Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.07.2021
Racist and homophobic graffiti spray-painted on playground equipment in Collingwood Incident is being treated as a hate crime Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.07.2021
Richard Branson heading for space as billionaires battle for profits on the high frontier Branson plans to rocket into space on Sunday Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.07.2021
All aboard! Weekend, holiday train service returns to Barrie as of Saturday Service was halted in January due to pandemic and drop in ridership Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.07.2021
Mapleview Drive East construction to begin at the end of July Expect lane restrictions from Madelaine Drive to Yonge Street Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.07.2021
Two coworkers confided in each other about their husbands’ illness. Then both donated a kidney to the other’s husband Were chatting in the bathroom at work and discovered they could help save their husband’s life Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.07.2021
Autopsy confirms a Tay Township man died this week of a gunshot wound Police were called Monday night to an Old Fort Road home Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.07.2021
RoseAnne Archibald elected new Chief of Assembly of First Nations, the first woman to hold the position “The glass ceiling has been broken" Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.07.2021
Slight month-over-month cooldown in housing market reported by Barrie realtors’ association 22 per cent fewer homes sold in June compared to May Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.07.2021
Barrie Police put new high-rescue training to the test during morning call to south end tower A man had climbed the old Bell tower on Beacon Road Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.07.2021
Police investigating hit-and-run after Bradford-area front porch struck Wednesday morning No injuries were reported Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.07.2021
Premier waiting for word from Ontario’s top doc before setting anything about Step Three in stone Ford was in Barrie to tour Georgian College, RVH, and Holly Rec Centre vaccination clinic Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.07.2021
Queen’s Park commits over $564k to increase nursing education enrolment at Georgian College Funding will help meet the rising demand for frontline health care workers Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.07.2021
Mother Nature throws Barrie Baycats a curveball on what was to be the first game in 22 months Home opener now to take place July 15 Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.07.2021
Trump sues Facebook and Twitter for banning his accounts after January 6 attack Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.07.2021
17-year-old girl among three drivers charged with Stunt Driving near Orillia Speed thresholds and the length of vehicle impoundment changed July 1 Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.07.2021
Province hits vaccine milestone: more than half of Ontario adults are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 96 per cent of people who caught COVID between December and June were unvaccinated Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.07.2021
Pacific Northwest heatwave would have been “virtually impossible” without climate change, experts say "It would have been "virtually impossible without human-caused climate change" Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.07.2021
Simcoe-Muskoka records another drowning Toronto man pulled from the water at Deep Bay Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.07.2021
Barrie man killed in single-vehicle crash in French River Vehicle crossed lanes and struck a rock cut Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.07.2021
Province commits nearly $33 million to addiction treatment and support, with focus on opioid addiction Funding to support Rapid Access Addiction Medicine programs, among others Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.07.2021
Downtown Barrie’s Homestead Artisan Bakery featured on Food Network’s Project Bakeover Co-owners Cait Patrick and Lise Garden proud of how far out of their comfort zone they went Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.07.2021
Local businesses help to save lives in Innisfil with SaveStation donation An Automated External Defibrillator has been installed at Innisfil Beach Park Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.07.2021
Theatre by the Bay’s Augmented Reality show Ghost Watchers premieres Wednesday A ghost walk with interactive apparitions Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.07.2021
Burl’s Creek breaks the COVID barrier; announces Endless Summer concert series Tribute bands, Boots and Hearts, The Trews, Our Lady Peace and more... Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.07.2021
Lotto Max jackpot won in York Region; ticket sold in Simcoe County shares Maxmillions prize The main jackpot is worth $65,000,000 Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.07.2021
Charges laid in alleged assault this week near school in north Barrie Two male teens identified and charged Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.07.2021
OPP investigating a suspicious death in Tay Township A man was found dead Monday night outside a home Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.07.2021
“Green Pass” COVID app smoothing travel for Europeans Not a must have; hard copy proof of vaccination is also acceptable Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.07.2021
York Regional Police rescue small dog from hot car Pup had been in the car three hours in 30-degree heat Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.07.2021
Driver, passenger charged after police say they found a passenger hanging out of the window of a car in Bradford Looks like the passenger was trying to record a video of his stunt Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.07.2021
Clearview Public Library Stayner Branch Wins Architectural and Design Transformation Award Branch set to receive Ontario Library Association award at July 14 virtual event Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.07.2021
Police seeking teenage suspects following assault at Barrie elementary school Young lady grabbed, threatened with knife, and kicked, suffering minor injuries Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.07.2021
Grassroots #HateHasNoHomeHere campaign already sold out of the first batch, new lawn signs on order First batch of 500 sold out, another 700 on the way Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.07.2021
Prime Minister names Mary Simon as Canada’s first Indigenous Governor General Nation's 30th Governor-General replaces Julie Payette who resigned in January Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.07.2021
Protect yourself during extreme heat – Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit Overexertion will increase the risk of heat exhaustion, dehydration, or heat stroke Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.07.2021
Barrie Baycats ready for ’emotional rollercoaster’ in long-awaited return to IBL play "Baseball is back... competition is back, fans are back, summer is back, life is back!" Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.07.2021
Researchers deem four-day workweek trial in Iceland an “overwhelming success” Worker wellbeing dramatically increased, productivity and service provision remained the same or improved Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.07.2021
Ontario study finds COVID vaccines performing better than expected at preventing infections, hospitalizations and deaths “Our real-world vaccine effectiveness estimates suggest that even a single dose provides good to excellent protection" Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.07.2021
They’re at the post… Pacing fillies kick off the stakes season tonight at Georgian Downs Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.07.2021
Police ID teen who drowned in Muskoka River as 18-year-old from Mississauga Teen went underwater and never resurfaced at around 7 p.m. Saturday Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.07.2021
Walk-ins welcome at July 6 Indigenous Community COVID-19 vaccination clinic Walk-ins are available to indigenous individuals age 12 years of age and older Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.07.2021
Nominations being accepted for Barrie Chamber of Commerce annual Business Awards Annual awards presented by Barrie Chamber of Commerce since 2003 Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.07.2021
Barrie Police respond to 66 fireworks complaints – 47 of them after Canada Day New bylaw restricts use of fireworks to 'day of holiday' only Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.07.2021
Anyone 12 and older can book their second COVID-19 vaccine appointment as of Monday Over 15 million doses have been administered to date Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.07.2021
Man charged in ‘historic’ sexual assaults in Huntsville Alleged attacks toom place between 2001 and 2003 Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.07.2021
Canada starts to loosen restrictions for some travellers Double-dosed can skip the quarantine and hotel-stay Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.07.2021
Canada’s Wonderland opens Monday for Season Pass holders; general admission begins Wednesday Guests need a reservation to get in Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.07.2021
OPP searching Tay Township for missing Port McNicoll man May be riding a charcoal grey/black bicycle with thin road type tires Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.07.2021
Burst pipeline causes bubbling, steaming “eye of fire” to emerge in the Gulf of Mexico An undersea gas pipeline ruptured in the Gulf of Mexico, sending flames boiling to the surface Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.07.2021
Collingwood installs Seabins and Gutter Bins to divert plastic pollution from Georgian Bay Diversion program also ensures litter will be analyzed so action can be taken to stop most major litter types at the source. Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.07.2021
Body recovered from Muskoka River following reports of swimmer in distress Saturday evening 18-year-old never resurfaced Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.07.2021
Barrie man, his three children visit 104 playgrounds in a year The family managed to visit three to four parks a day in the early going Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.07.2021
Swimming caps designed for natural hair banned from Tokyo Olympic Games Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.07.2021
Plans for demolition of remaining Florida condo structure being finalized; Death toll rises to 24 Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.07.2021
South Simcoe Police and Pet Valu barking up the right tree with Nitro Plush Pups fundraiser Money from a pooch purchase will go to local charities Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.07.2021
Gone fishing: Licence-free fishing until July 11 in Ontario Individuals must still follow catch and size regulations Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.07.2021
Boeing 737 plane makes emergency landing in Pacific Ocean off Hawaii; 2 pilots rescued Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.07.2021
Suspicious driver approaching females in Alliston, Thornton In both incidents, the person was in a grey or silver vehicle Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.07.2021
OPP recover body of man from Arnolds Bay in Georgian Bay Township Man slipped under, failed to resurface, according to eyewitness Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.07.2021
(VIDEO)York Regional Police arrest alleged impaired driver with child in vehicle Police say the motorist blew through two stop signs Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.07.2021
Assault, impaired driving, trespassing charges laid during eventful holiday for South Simcoe Police Three separate incidences resulting in charges laid Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.07.2021
Pair arrested in connection to Circle K robbery spree in Barrie Eight holdups in the city since end of May Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.07.2021
Toronto police officer killed in “deliberate and intentional” incident Constable Jeffrey Northrup was a 31-year veteran of the Service Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.07.2021
Open Air Dunlop expands in Downtown Barrie beginning July 2 "So far, each Saturday has brought many smiling faces to our downtown," says BIA Executive Director Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.07.2021
Richard Branson will fly into space on July 11, beating rival Jeff Bezos by 9 days Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.07.2021
Better security, smartphone compatibility and a sleeker look: What’s new in Windows 11 Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.07.2021
Street closures begin tonight for See You on the Patio program in Orillia Downtown street closures begin July 2 Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.07.2021
‘Playground on the water’ opens Friday on Kempenfelt Bay All-day come and go structure gone this season due to COVID Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.07.2021
The great post-pandemic pay debate: Should where you work affect your salary? Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.07.2021
Flying car completes first test flight between cities in 35 minutes Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.07.2021
Trump Organization indicted by New York prosecutors in tax probe Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.07.2021
“The pandemic has taught us hard lessons … we have been pressed to reflect on our country’s historical failures” – Prime Minister Justin Trudeau Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.07.2021
Weekend trains return to Barrie GO line beginning July 10 with 5 trips each way and a bike coach Weekend service was halted in January due to ridership drop because of pandemic Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.06.2021
Donald Rumsfeld, former defence secretary under two U.S. presidents, dies at 88 Rumsfeld died surrounded by family in New Mexico according to a family statement Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.06.2021
First Nation community in B.C. says 182 unmarked graves found near former residential school Indigenous community says ground-penetrating radar was used Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.06.2021
Bill Cosby released from prison after sexual assault conviction is overturned Cosby, 83, was convicted of sexually assaulting Andrea Constand at his home in 2004. Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.06.2021
Tips from public aid Barrie police, South Simcoe Police and OPP in maintaining road safety Impaired driving charges laid in both cases Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.06.2021
Innisfil ideaLab & Library prepares to reopen with browse, borrow & go service Branches to reopen to the public on Tuesday, July 6 Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.06.2021
Barrie Public Library reopening indoor spaces to patrons as of July 5 Painswick branch refurbishing expected to be completed by then Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.06.2021
COVID-19 Assessment Centre At Rotary Place returning to Kiwanis Building at OSMH in August The move will allow Orillia to re-open the ice pad at Assessment Centre Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.06.2021
Canada Day Collingwood: Traditional Canada Day plans cancelled in favour of We CANada Project Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.06.2021
Canada Day – Barrie: Activities focus on education, reconciliation, and reflection on our shared history Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.06.2021
Scientists say there’s no life on Venus — but Jupiter has potential Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.06.2021
Bradford man’s bank account drained in cryptocurrency scam Victim was promised "bonus" funds if he deposited more money Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.06.2021
Barrie cops seize drugs, cash, vehicle after check-in at hotel raises suspicion Street value of drugs is about $50,000 Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.06.2021
GTA crackdown on organized stunt driving results in 70 people charged, over 60 vehicles seized Four police services involved in Project Takeover Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.06.2021
The last day of school is here, but what will the first day of school look like? That’s still up in the air Education Ministry expecting to hand down guidance in the coming weeks Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.06.2021
Queen’s Park easing Long-Term Care visitor restrictions as of July 7 Up to ten outdoor visitors, easing of cohorting rules, among steps taken Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.06.2021
Barrie resident antes up to win $91,983 with Poker Lotto All In Vergilio Fiore of Barrie won big on a ticket in March Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.06.2021
Property owner hit with $6,000 fine following north Barrie fire code violations City Hall says there were 13 people under one roof Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.06.2021
RVH expanding visitor policy as province moves into step two of roadmap to reopen Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.06.2021
Premier suggests a review of Simcoe Muskoka health unit’s boundary in the wake of COVID-19 Vast amount of COVID cases in Simcoe Muskoka have been in Barrie and southern Simcoe County Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.06.2021
Designated days for fireworks as new by-law takes effect in Barrie. The city has received complaints about fireworks being set off days before and after the actual holiday Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.06.2021
Bourgeois Auto Group makes $100,000 pledge to Georgian Bay General Hospital Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.06.2021
COVID claims Troy Scott, a community leader in Stroud, Innisfil Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.06.2021
Barrie to change virtual Canada Day programming in light of residential school discoveries 'The focus of the day is remembrance and education,' says Mayor Lehman Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.06.2021
Barrie Colts open OHL home campaign against Niagara Oct. 7 The pandemic halted the OHL season in March 2020 and the 2020-21 campaign was cancelled Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.06.2021
Bracebridge community centre getting $16 million funding boost from Queen’s Park Facility to cost $22 million all told Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.06.2021
Province invests nearly $30 million to new Barrie Y project downtown City and Y in talks with developer over concerns about safe consumption site Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.06.2021
Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury receives funding to rehabilitate Bond Head sidewalks Sidewalks to meet Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act standards Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.06.2021
County of Simcoe to open additional in-person service County opening its Service Simcoe Contact Centre July 5 Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.06.2021
Sunday evening crash near Tottenham puts teen dirt biker in hospital 15-year-old airlifted to Toronto Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.06.2021
Gate at Innisfil Beach Park closed seven days a week until after Labour Day – residents-only parking Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.06.2021
Two males drown in Port Sydney Three males did not surface after going down the rapids Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.06.2021
Florida building collapse death toll rises to 9 as search continues Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.06.2021
Bradford man drowns in lake north of Novar Police say he was reported missing on Friday Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.06.2021
Tornado confirmed south of Owen Sound Funnel cloud also spotted near Goderich Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.06.2021
More than a dozen people arrested in Orillia drug bust Seven people facing charges Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.06.2021
Virgin Galactic gets FAA approval to send passengers into space Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.06.2021
Massive “Dragon Man” skull found in China might be a new human evolutionary branch Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.06.2021
Setting sail for jail after man arrested aboard a boat in Orillia Boat owner reported someone on his vessel who had started the engine Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.06.2021
Soldiers’ Surgical and Rehab Clerk Wins Hospital’s $33,570 50/50 Raffle Prize Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.06.2021
Town of Penetanguishene takes steps to reduce plastic pollution in Georgian Bay Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.06.2021
Youth in Delta hot spots, like Simcoe Muskoka, can book an accelerated second dose appointment Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine is the only shot currently authorized for use in Canadian youth Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.06.2021
Fully vaccinated against COVID-19? What the double-dosed can do Public health agency releases guidelines Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.06.2021
Pentagon task force’s UFO report released – many cases remain unexplained Task force reviewed 144 reports Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.06.2021
Military vehicles take to the roads in Simcoe County The display is to promote air show at CFB Borden next June Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.06.2021
Derek Chauvin sentenced to 22.5 years in prison in the death of George Floyd Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.06.2021
Suspect sought after a few windows were smashed and a cash register stolen on Bayfield Street Cash register recovered the next day Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.06.2021
City of Barrie seeking resident feedback about road safety Consultation includes questions about traffic calming locations and speed reductions Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.06.2021
Mounties arrest man after federal official receives fake anthrax threat in the mail Suspect connected to multiple hoax terrorism threats in Canada and abroad Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.06.2021
Anyone 18 and up who got their first mRNA vaccine dose can book a second shot on Monday, June 28 Over 76 per cent of Ontarians have gotten their first jab, 30 per cent their second Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.06.2021
At least 4 dead, dozens missing after Florida condo building collapse Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.06.2021
Samuel L. Jackson, Liv Ullmann and Elaine May to receive Honorary Oscars for lifetime achievement Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.06.2021
Derek Chauvin will be sentenced today for the murder of George Floyd. Here’s what to expect. Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.06.2021
One dead following crane collapse at Barrie construction site Ministry of Labour to investigate fatal incident Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.06.2021
Long-awaited Harvie Road crossing over the 400 to open Thursday night Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.06.2021
751 unmarked graves discovered at site of former Saskatchewan residential school "We are treating this like a crime scene" Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.06.2021
51 unaccounted for after deadly high-rise collapse in Florida Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.06.2021
Seven vehicle collision closes Highway 400, southbound at Finch Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.06.2021
Britney Spears asks judge to end her conservatorship: “I feel bullied and I feel alone” Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.06.2021
Some COVID-19 shots may be linked to rare heart problems in teens – Centers for Disease Control Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.06.2021
Hundreds of unmarked graves found near former residential school in Saskatchewan Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.06.2021
How to watch this week’s full “strawberry” moon — the last supermoon of 2021 Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.06.2021
Mariposa School of Skating calls on province to reconsider current reopening plan for sake of kids Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.06.2021
Barrie Colts in the market for new GM Jason Ford spent nine-plus seasons with the team as general manager and head scout Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.06.2021
Barrie Police officer receives national, international recognition with Excellence in Performance Awards Ontario, International Women in Policing groups recognize local officer's commitment Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.06.2021
Hate Has No Home Here lawn signs could be popping up across Barrie "It helps to promote hope and bring some sense of possibility," says organizer Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.06.2021
Premier playing cards close to the chest on whether Ontario could go into Step Two ahead of schedule Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.06.2021
Alliston man cuffed, stolen items recovered, after victims spot their stuff for sale online Police remind you to clearly mark your possessions so they can be more easily identified Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.06.2021
Ontario releases Tourism Economic Recovery Report containing ten key recommendations Full report accessible online Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.06.2021
Cracking down on noisy cars not the territory of Barrie by-law enforcement No joint blitzes planned between by-law and police Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.06.2021
Ticket purchased in Toronto will share Lotto Max $70 million jackpot with a ticket bought in British Columbia 21 Maxmillion prizes won in Ontario Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.06.2021
New fossils reveal one of the largest land mammals ever found — and it’s a giant rhino These giant rhinos were significantly larger than the rhinos of modern day, with estimated shoulder heights of about 4.8 metres Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.06.2021
How mRNA technology is altering vaccine treatments Moderna's research pipeline includes everything from an HIV vaccine, to heart disease treatments, to vaccines for different kinds of cancer Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.06.2021
Charges laid after a man, allegedly armed with a knife, approached the front door of Premier Ford’s house Tires in the neighbourhood were slashed Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.06.2021
Beavers and turtles, ‘Love Barrie’ sign all in the same breath at council Any extra bucks fundraised for sign will benefit beavers and turtles Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.06.2021
Region’s top doc says Simcoe Muskoka has hit a plateau in number of first dose COVID vaccinations Dr. Gardner believes vaccine hesitancy is a factor Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.06.2021
County publishes annual report card on 10-Year Affordable Housing and Homelessness Prevention Strategy 491 affordable housing spaces created over 2020 Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.06.2021
Barrie Police hoping to return stolen items to their rightful owners following recent Yonge St. search warrant Look familiar? Get in touch with police Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.06.2021
Man with life-threatening injuries following motorcycle crash in Barrie Motorcycle struck a tree Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.06.2021
Numerous impaired driving charges laid across Simcoe County lately Several detachments reporting multiple charges laid since Friday night Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.06.2021
Innisfil marks grand opening of Tree of Life Labyrinth beside Cookstown Library Locally-designed space perfect for reflection Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.06.2021
Third Circle K robbed since Saturday in Barrie Police believe two of the three robberies involve the same suspect Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.06.2021
Hundreds of first dose appointments available at Sperling Drive vaccination clinic on Tuesday afternoon 460 slots available at north Barrie clinic as of late Tuesday morning Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.06.2021
Eighty per cent of ransomware victims suffer repeat attacks – Cybereason "Once you have the ability to hack and the ability to collect money with Bitcoins it enables you to collect a lot of money, quickly" Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.06.2021
More than 200 charges laid during OPP weekend crackdown at Wasaga Beach Focus on public safety with more visitors in the area Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.06.2021
Man charged in death of Toronto toddler who ate poison-laced cereal Family of the child and the accused are known to each other Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.06.2021
Electric vehicle charging stations coming to select recreation facilities in Barrie 10-year deal between the City and Alectra Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.06.2021
City of Barrie checking options in war on gypsy moth caterpillars Staff to investigate feasibility of aerial spraying Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.06.2021
Two patients who shared room test positive for COVID-19 at Orillia hospital Integrated Medicine and Rehab Service unit is closed Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.06.2021
OPP in Orillia seek witnesses to dog attack Pet owner attempted to walk past unleashed dog but was attacked Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.06.2021
Bradford driver facing long list of charges following Saturday night single-vehicle crash Two hydro poles downed in crash Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.06.2021
Pet owner charged after dog mauled in Gravenhurst By-law officials issue order requiring offending dog to wear a muzzle Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.06.2021
Pair rescued on Georgian Bay after craft lost power and started taking on water near Collingwood Nobody hurt in Sunday evening incident Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.06.2021
Port Severn woman succumbs to injuries sustained in Highway 400 crash Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.06.2021
Generous or suspicious? Barrie cops want to know after motorist offers free Happy Meals to mom and kid Incident happened on Yonge Street around noon on Sunday Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.06.2021
Registration underway for in-person attendance at Bradford’s Canada Day celebration Residents can enjoy the day by streaming shows from home or by attending in-person Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.06.2021
Ottawa lifts most travel restrictions for fully vaccinated Canadians Travellers urged to enter all mandatory information into ArriveCAN app Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.06.2021
Role model inspires boy with Down Syndrome to complete mini-triathlon He could barely cross a pool, couldn't ride a bike without help, and saw the treadmill as little more than a novelty Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.06.2021
Summer is here. ‘Comfortably warm’ is how Environment Canada sees it playing out. Fewer scorching days and less humidity likely Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.06.2021
Message in a bottle’s ocean voyage unites two teens on both sides of the Atlantic One of several bottles tossed in the ocean at Thanksgiving 2018 Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.06.2021
Orillia man pulled from Lake Couchiching has died When first responders got to the scene, CPR was being performed on the victim Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.06.2021
Three children, including a one-year-old, injured by gunfire at a Toronto birthday party Multiple suspects are being sought Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.06.2021
Barrie police investigate robbery at south end convenience store Suspect was armed with a knife Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.06.2021
It’s over. Almost. Enjoy the last day of spring. A lack of rain could spell trouble moving forward Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.06.2021
No winner for $70 million Lotto Max jackpot There was a Maxmillion prize won in Simcoe County Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.06.2021
Barrie councillor wants staff to explore options to wage war on gypsy moth caterpillars next year One of the worst outbreaks in years in parts of Ontario Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.06.2021
Premier Ford announces changes to Cabinet, including bringing back Rod Phillips Former finance head resigned from cabinet in the winter, back as LTC minister Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.06.2021
Second Open Air Dunlop of 2021 coming up tomorrow, extended until 3 a.m. Sunday More retail locations expected to open this weekend Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.06.2021
Baycats president hopeful they can ‘get this thing in’ "Things are on their way, but very slow," Baycats president Dave Mills says Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.06.2021
Local health unit seeking vaccination clinic volunteers non-clinical duties including monitoring waiting room, assisting clients, and more Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.06.2021
Police believe Wasaga Beach stabbing suspect to be armed and dangerous; two in hospital Two 18-year-olds found suffering serious injuries on Main St. bridge Thursday night Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.06.2021
Barrie Police Service annual report shows consistency in crime despite pandemic Fewer calls for city's tactical or K9 unit in 2020 compared to the year before Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.06.2021
Celebrate pollinators and learn how to protect them during Pollinator Week in Barrie Pollinator Week runs from June 21 to 27 Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.06.2021
Harvie Road bridge over Highway 400 could be opened to traffic next week "Official" opening is not until June 28 Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.06.2021
Georgian Bay General Hospital returns to safe, limited visitation to enhance patient experience Patients will be permitted one visitor per day at a scheduled time, between 9 a.m. and 8 p.m. Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.06.2021
Ten Barrie Sharks graduating to post-secondary hockey “These commitments demonstrate the strong character and work ethic of our players” Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.06.2021
Barrie Police name new Deputy Chief, taking the gig as of June 24 Inspector Rich Johnston most recently oversaw Investigative Services Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.06.2021
Province putting over $12 mil towards bringing in more French teachers New four-year strategy designed to recruit and retain more educators Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.06.2021
Drug-impaired driving charges laid against Barrie man following numerous calls to police Dangerous driving charge also laid Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.06.2021
Ontario bumping up vaccination schedule with more doses incoming; everyone 18+ can book a shot by end of June Over three million Moderna doses due into Ontario by end of next week Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.06.2021
Local medical offer of health recommending caution as Queen’s Park discusses accelerating reopening plan Dr. Charles Gardner recommending two incubation periods to gauge effects of step one Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.06.2021
Early move to Step Two of Ontario’s reopening plan being discussed Step Two is not scheduled to come into play until July 2 Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.06.2021
Simcoe County’s Electronics Collection program returns June 21 to July 2 Computers, TVs, hair dryers and more can be left at the curb for pick-up Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.06.2021
Benches clear at Little League game Polie considering charges Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.06.2021
Collingwood’s Sunset Manor ordered to halt new admissions amid claims of serious issues at long-term care home Inspectors allege abuses, missed medication, resident told to soil themselves instead of getting assistance Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.06.2021
Barrie Pride introduces Transgender Wellness Fund in memory of impactful advocate "Marley was a leader in transgender wellness, education and advocacy" Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.06.2021
Historic first as South Simcoe Police Service raises Pride flags at North and South Division "It's about taking action," says SSPS Police Chief Andrew Fletcher Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.06.2021
Careless driving charge in death of elderly pedestrian in Barrie Victim was 88-years-old Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.06.2021
Second-degree murder charge laid, two other murder charges withdrawn in Wasaga Beach stabbing Victim was found stabbed at Beach Area 1 Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.06.2021
$14 million from province to RVH to help with post-pandemic recovery Money will assist with ramp up of surgical procedures Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.06.2021
Province allowing licence-free fishing on Father’s Day weekend Free day-use permits offered on Sunday as well Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.06.2021
Canadian Real Estate Association sees prices rising an average of 19 per cent this year Shortage of properties for sale continues to drive competition and push prices higher Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.06.2021
Man charged with ‘drifting’ at high speed in Midland parking lots; OPP seeking witnesses Driver seen drifting in circles at Mountainview Plaza, two other locations Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.06.2021
No Lotto Max jackpot winner again Tuesday night; 34 Maxmillion prizes were won 20 Maxmillion winning tickets were sold in Ontario Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.06.2021
OPP identify pedestrian struck, killed on Highway 11 Collision happened near Line 5 in Oro-Medonte Township Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.06.2021
Georgian College to offer free micro-credential to address labour shortage in the long-term care sector Supportive Care Assistant program involves six weeks of online training followed by a four-month paid work placement Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.06.2021
No fireworks at Barrie council over motion to limit fireworks to five holidays Change to bylaw to take effect before Canada Day Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.06.2021
Province providing $10m to support identification, protection, commemoration of residential school burial sites Funding to help provide survivors with mental health supports Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.06.2021
Operator of two fast food restaurants in Barrie facing a number of sex-related offences Police strong believe there may be additional victims Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.06.2021
Critics slam Ford government for enacting Ontario’s first-ever notwithstanding clause The Ford government has said they enacted the clause to keep elections from outside influence. Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.06.2021
Charges laid in ATV and UTV collision in Innisfil Driver of ATV charged with impaired driving offences Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.06.2021
Astronomers discover “weird” Neptune-like exoplanet that could have water clouds Planet 90 light-years away from Earth Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.06.2021
South Simcoe Police say missing Bradford man has been found in good health near Brantford All-terrain-vehicles to be used; Georgian Bay Volunteer Search and Rescue joining effort Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.06.2021
Empower Simcoe breaks ground on supported living home in Hawkestone Will provide support and services for as many as six individuals who have complex needs Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.06.2021
County of Simcoe investing in affordable housing in Bradford West Gwillimbury 50-unit building to be completed by the end of 2023 Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.06.2021
Love it or not, ‘Love Barrie’ sign gets green light from city council Councillor Mike McCann must fundraise $200,000 cost of the sign Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.06.2021
Two people charged in death of Mississauga man in Wasaga Beach Police say victim was stabbed Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.06.2021
OSMH taking a step toward increasing visitor access All visits are to be scheduled in advance Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.06.2021
Ontario to reopen borders with Quebec, Manitoba Border restrictions have been in place since April 19 Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.06.2021
Major and elite-amateur sports leagues will return to play under new guidelines OHL's Barrie Colts among the organizations permitted to return to play Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.06.2021
Actor Ned Beatty has died at age 83 Credits include more than 150 movies and television shows Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.06.2021
Driver testing resumes today in Ontario More testers hired, testing day extended to help clear backlog Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.06.2021
Hybrid work models make companies more vulnerable to cyberattacks Securing data and servers could be one of the most challenging components for companies Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.06.2021
Two people arrested in Wasaga Beach suspicious death investigation OPP say there is no threat to public safety Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.06.2021
Energized Mike McCann ready to launch ‘Love Barrie’ sign fundraising pending city council approval Barrie city councillor has committed to fundraising the $200,000 cost Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.06.2021
Unidentified bidder pays $28 million in auction to join Bezos for July space flight Bidding for the 10-to 12 minute sub-orbital flight started at $4.8 million Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.06.2021
Brampton man drowns in Wasaga Beach Body was located a short distance from where the victim was last seen Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.06.2021
RCMP constable killed while on-duty in Saskatchewan Two suspects in custody Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.06.2021
Ontario accelerates second dose of AstraZeneca to eight weeks Many health experts, politicians have urged province to shorten 12-week dosage interval Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.06.2021
Cape Cod diver survives being trapped in humpback whale’s mouth Diver avoids being dined on Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.06.2021
Funeral for four members of Afzaal family killed in London attack The family was mowed down by a man driving a pickup truck Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.06.2021
No J & J COVID-19 vaccines for Canada More than 300,000 doses were to be distributed Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.06.2021
Once again, no winning ticket for the $70 million Lotto Max jackpot A ticket purchased in Simcoe County is a shared winner Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.06.2021
Barrie police say 13-year-old boy who was reported missing has been found The boy was reported missing around midnight Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.06.2021
Walk this way to Open Air Dunlop 'This will be the summer of hope' Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.06.2021
Innisfil supports neighbours helping neighbours with community fridge and garden The public can access food at any time Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.06.2021
Police say Innisfil skydiving death not suspicious in nature Police investigation continues Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.06.2021
Barrie Library Painswick branch getting a facelift Renovations expected to run until late June Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.06.2021
Downtown overdoses possibly linked to bad batch of fentanyl blamed for increase in OD’s Four overdoses in the area of City Hall on Thursday afternoon Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.06.2021
Barrie Police getting a new drone thanks to a $41K donation Drone has a variety of police uses, including missing person search and crime scene reconstruction Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.06.2021
Police probing theft of shoes from 215 memorial at Barrie’s Spirit Catcher Suspect caught on camera Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.06.2021
Patios in Barrie get to stay open later as Stage One of the provincial reopening takes hold "We want to ... help these businesses who are long suffering" Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.06.2021
Essa Township man charged after “causing fear” at a park in Angus Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.06.2021
So, what can you take advantage of as we enter Step One of Ontario’s Roadmap to Reopen Outdoor dining, shopping retail, outdoor gatherings and overnight camping among your options Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.06.2021
Open Air Dunlop in Barrie a go for this weekend Event moved up a week thanks to provincial Stage One reopening on Friday Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.06.2021
RVH eases visitor restrictions just in time for the weekend One visitor per patient, for one hour, once a week Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.06.2021
One person dead following skydiving incident in Innisfil Few details released by police in the early stages of the investigation Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.06.2021
RVH By the Numbers: comparing a year of COVID to the year before Fewer hospital visits, fewer trips to the ER Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.06.2021
Police seeking driver of pickup after women followed through downtown Barrie Man allegedly followed women for a few blocks Wednesday evening Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.06.2021
Twelve charges laid, at $750 a pop, following short-term rental violations in Oro-Medonte Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.06.2021
Nearly three million vaccines expected in Ontario this month as province bumps up second dose availability for hot spots Some 73 per cent of Ontarians have gotten at least their first dose Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.06.2021
Privacy Commissioner says RCMP broke the law with facial recognition software Use of FRT by the RCMP presents a "serious violation of privacy." Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.06.2021
OPP in Penetanguishene investigating a spate of assaults Arrests have been made in two of three incidents Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.06.2021
City of Barrie plans for entering Step One of Ontario’s reopening strategy Service Barrie, Day Camps, Landfill, Building Inspections, Meridian Place Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.06.2021
Harvard-bound student Verda Tetteh asks high school to give her $40,000 scholarship to someone else "You don't have to have the world to be able to give anything" Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.06.2021
Drugs and cash seized by police in searches at two homes in Barrie Two men have been charged Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.06.2021
Over half of online recruitment in active sex trafficking cases last year occurred on Facebook The majority of victims were targeted with a fraudulent job offer Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.06.2021
Barrie City Hall taking down the fences at Meridian Place on Friday as part of Step One of reopening Limit of 10 people in a gathering Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.06.2021
Canadians who are double-dosed against COVID-19 could have travel advantages as early as July Quarantine rules to change Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.06.2021
Midland man accused of sharing intimate images without permission, police concerned there could be more victims 41-year-old man held in custody until next court date Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.06.2021
Barrie city council to consider extending outdoor dining hours Province enters Step 1 to reopen economy beginning Friday Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.06.2021
Ontario’s new Grade 9 math program puts emphasis on financial literacy Update ends the practice of streaming into applied or academic paths Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.06.2021
Stolen bank card shopping spree in Barrie Card was swiped from a vehicle in Letitia Heights area Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.06.2021
SMDHU board gives region’s top doc thumbs up for navigating Simcoe Muskoka through the pandemic Board says the COVID-19 crisis has created unprecedented challenges Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.06.2021
Residential housing sales in Barrie levelled off in May; prices were up slightly Sales were down .8%; prices rose 2.3% Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.06.2021
Australotitan Cooperensis, one of the largest dinosaur species to ever roam the Earth, discovered in Australia Two-storeys tall and as long as a basketball court Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.06.2021
How to watch Thursday’s rare “ring of fire” solar eclipse Essential to wear special solar eclipse glasses to protect your eyes Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.06.2021
Thousands gather in London at a vigil for Muslim family killed at the weekend Police are considering the laying of terrorism charges Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.06.2021
Suspicious person reported to have approached a child and two women in separate incidents in Innisfil In both cases, the person was driving a pickup truck Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.06.2021
Pay up! Municipal parking lot freebie ends June 11 in Orillia Free parking was implemented in Orillia during various stages of the pandemic Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.06.2021
OPP seize two loaded handguns, cocaine in Orillia Suspects arrested during traffic stop Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.06.2021
Ford, Trudeau to attend vigil in London for victims of truck attack "This is nothing short of a terrorist attack," says Premier Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.06.2021
Barrie Police take no chances after piles of birdseed found in St. Vincent Park City crews called to clean it up Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.06.2021
Kiwanis Club of Orillia Purchases Life-Saving Equipment for Newborns at Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.06.2021
Barrie’s trash collectors to get a break on high heat days Trash collection will begin earlier Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.06.2021
Beeton takes centre stage for new Netflix movie Adaptation of the Broadway show '13: The Musical' Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.06.2021
‘Love Barrie’ sign wins over enough hearts at council table to get tentative approval Eight-foot sign could be installed at Heritage Park by July 2022 Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.06.2021
Wasaga Beach mayor “appalled” by behaviour of visitors who left garbage behind, ignored COVID regulations Nina Bifolchi says residents are angry and rightly so Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.06.2021
Five pedestrians deliberately run down by a driver because they were Muslims: London police Victims were from same family and four were killed Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.06.2021
The clock is ticking on Bill C-10 study as Liberals, Bloc vote to push it forward The heritage committee will have just five more hours to study the contentious bill Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.06.2021
Guns seized by South Simcoe Police in Alcona Search warrants executed in Alcona Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.06.2021
Handgun used in Wasaga Beach robbery Police say victim was forced to withdraw cash from ATM Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.06.2021
Patios to open Friday as province acts on Step One reopening ahead of schedule Non-essential retail can also reopen with 15 per cent capacity Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.06.2021
MNR investigating after carcasses of dozens of rotting fish dumped in Muskoka River Litter was also found along the shore Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.06.2021
Thousands march in Montreal denouncing public health measures Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.06.2021
OPP helicopter used to rescue three people from Minesing Wetlands Three adults, 2 children canoeing had run out of water and had limited cellphone power Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.06.2021
Air Canada execs return bonuses given out during pandemic Air Canada's CEO, presidents, and executive vice-presidents will be returning share of $10 million bonus payouts Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.06.2021
Graffiti spray painted on Bradford school Police seeking witnesses or security camera video Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.06.2021
Province makes second dose appointments available for those 70+ a week ahead of schedule Those who received a mRNA vaccine on or before April 18 can also book a second shot Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.06.2021
Clarence Williams III, actor in “The Mod Squad”, “Purple Rain” and more, has died at 81 William's career spanned over five decades in theatre, television and film Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.06.2021
‘A great couple of days’ have the Colts feeling pretty good about this weekend’s OHL draft Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.06.2021
Body of missing 8-year-old boy recovered from Lake Erie at Turkey Point Boy's death among several tragic incidents on Ontario waterways at the weekend Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.06.2021
Meghan Markle gives birth to daughter Lilibet, her second child with Prince Harry A sister for Archie Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.06.2021
No apology from the Pope in remarks about residential school deaths Pope Francis expressed sorrow Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.06.2021
Demolition of Anne Street bridge draws crowds Bridge replacement will take 18 months Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.06.2021
Barrie police seeking suspect in a series of armed robberies Convenience stores have been targeted Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.06.2021
History made as Taya Currie is first female to be selected in OHL draft. Currie was selected 267th overall by the Sarnia Sting Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.06.2021
Provincial police alarmed by increase in deadly crashes on Ontario roads Distracted driving and aggressive driving leading causes of these fatalities Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.06.2021
House fire in Barrie causes $350,000 damage There were no injuries Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.06.2021
Motorcyclist killed in south Barrie crash Expect road closures in the area Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.06.2021
Stretch of Highway 400 to be closed Saturday overnight for Anne Street bridge demolition Work to replace the bridge will take 18-months Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.06.2021
No winning ticket for $70 million Lotto Max jackpot, as history-making draw set for Tuesday Eight Maxmillion prizes were won Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.06.2021
“Hero rat” who sniffed out dozens of landmines in Cambodia is retiring Magawa found 71 landmines Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.06.2021
Barrie home gets unwanted lawn decoration Driver has been charged Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.06.2021
Liberals press to end Bill C-10 review as social media free speech concerns continue The opposition fears the feds would have overreaching powers to regulate what Canadians post on social media Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.06.2021
Health Unit urging drug users to know the risks after spike in opioid overdoses over the past day No lives lost in recent uptick in overdoses Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.06.2021
Teen sexually assaulted in Georgina, York Regional Police seeking 30-something suspect 15-year-old grabbed while walking near Queensway and Metro Wednesday night Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.06.2021
RVH introduces supported virtual visits “I was so appreciative to be able to see my wife,” says one patient Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.06.2021
You’ve heard of paper plates, but not like this: Toronto man facing charges in connection to DIY licence plate Motorist facing driving under suspension charge, among others Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.06.2021
Drug, weapons charges laid following north end raid by Barrie Police 47-year-old man arrested and charged Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.06.2021
Airbnb extends ‘party ban’ through at least the end of summer Airbnb first announced its global ban on parties back in August of 2020 Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.06.2021
The jobless rate in Barrie fell again in May, bucking the national trend The jobless rate in Barrie has fallen below to national rate to 7.7 per cent Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.06.2021
Hewitt’s Creek P.S. teacher chosen Barrie Rotary Club’s Teacher of the Year Her passion evident through the admiration she receives from students, colleagues, and others Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.06.2021
The new strain of opioid on streets of Barrie keeping police and paramedics busy A dozen or more overdoses in the last couple of days Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.06.2021
Barrie Colts are ready for draft unlike any other "We feel good about our list and how the day is going to play out" Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.06.2021
Data centre power failure results in communications issues within RVH all day long System restoration in progress as of Thursday afternoon Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.06.2021
Drug charge laid following suspicious fire on outskirts of Barrie Suspect had nothing to do with the fire itself, but police say he had some fentanyl on him Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.06.2021
Barrie Chamber of Commerce rolling out free rapid tests to small- and medium-sized local businesses Interested eligible businesses can apply to receive a two week supply of tests Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.06.2021
Volatus Aerospace accelerates investment in Simcoe County 20-25 new jobs coming to Lake Simcoe Regional Airport Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.06.2021
Go give grandma a hug: long-term care ministry loosening restrictions on Ontario homes Brief physical contact and overnight stays permitted thanks to high vaccination rates Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.06.2021
Police seeking youth accused of smashing in south Barrie school’s window Willow Landing Public School window broken just before midnight Friday Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.06.2021
Water had to be brought in by tanker to battle Innisfil house fire Thursday morning Home considered a total loss by Fire Services Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.06.2021
Feds raise fines for air passengers skipping their mandatory hotel quarantine Passengers refusing to take the mandatory COVID-19 test would be subject to the same fines. Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.06.2021
Nearly $800 in booze stolen over two trips to the Alliston LCBO Police on the hunt for a suspect accused of robbing liquor store twice Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.06.2021
Ontario approves use of alternate second vaccine for those who received a first dose of AstraZeneca Those eligible can begin booking appointments Friday June 4 Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.06.2021
Liberals in Barrie-Springwater-Oro-Medonte choose local realtor as their candidate in the next federal election Tanya Saari is a former city council candidate Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.06.2021
A student was turned away from his graduation ceremony for wearing the wrong shoes. His teacher gave him the pair off his own feet "It was just a no-brainer to me to just take my shoes off and give them to him" Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.06.2021
Bell Farm Road tops CAA’s list of Worst Roads in the Barrie-area Dishonourable mention to Essa and Huronia Roads Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.06.2021
Barrie mayor, developer have frank discussion about safe consumption site "We are still not prepared to invest further until satisfactory solutions are found," says HIP Developments President Scott Higgins Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.06.2021
Police say Midland theft suspect had stolen goods on him at the time of his arrest Suspect arrested over public intoxication and connected to Monday theft Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.06.2021
Coalition of health experts “deeply disappointed” in Ford Government’s decision to continue remote learning for the remainder of the school year "Children and youth have not been a priority in Ontario's pandemic response." Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.06.2021
Highway 400 north approaching the split at 11 was a traffic nightmare following dump truck rollover Driver extricated from vehicle Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.06.2021
New Health Canada program supports those seriously injured from approved vaccines The program is also available to dependents of Canadians who have died after being vaccinated. Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.06.2021
Cops on the hunt for a suspect after attempted bank hold-up in north Barrie Suspect allegedly grew impatient and walked out before cash was ready Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.06.2021
Oliver knows honesty is the best policy Kid rewarded for doing the right thing Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.06.2021
Three charged after trash tossed to the side of an Oro-Medonte road More than 60 bags were dumped Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.06.2021
Ford Government opts to keep schools closed despite medical advice to the contrary Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.06.2021
Winning Maxmillions ticket for June 1 draw sold in Simcoe County Ticket is worth $1,000,000 Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.06.2021
Lottery ticket bought in Kitchener brings birthday joy to Barrie man Mom gave it to him for his birthday Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.06.2021
Bradford restaurant charged with violating Ontario’s emergency order Police attended after word a limousine had dropped off a group of people Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.06.2021
Michigan judge has sworn in a lawyer who was tried as a drug dealer in his courtroom 16 years ago "Everybody deserves to be treated with a great sense of humanity and importance" Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.06.2021
Stallions hoping for a return to the gridiron this summer with flag football league "These kids are missing out on the skill development, especially these last couple of years" Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.06.2021
Barrie recognizes Bike Month and commits to building more city cycling networks through upcoming projects Barrie has over 47 km of cycling infrastructure in addition to cycling trails located in City parks. Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.06.2021
HIP Developments halts investment in multi-use project on two former school properties in wake of SCS decision Developer says it's reviewing all legal options available Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.06.2021
Local medical officer of health commends community following lack of Mother’s Day caseload bump Dr. Charles Gardner points out there've been no deaths in the past week Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.06.2021
Ontario to keep restrictions in place when stay-at-home order ends on Wednesday Business group demands reopening of retail, salons, and restaurants Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.06.2021
Barrie Pride flag raised, lowered to half-mast, to kick off subdued Pride Month Few in-person events expected during second pandemic-era Pride Month Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.06.2021
Orillia expecting a limited road line painting program this year due to COVID-19 and a hard-hit production line Pandemic restrictions and heavy winter storms in the southern U.S. lead to shortage of raw materials. Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.06.2021
Multiple reports Premier Doug Ford wants to keep schools closed Ontario's top doc supports resumption of in-person learning Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.06.2021
Annual Walk for Alzheimer’s only about $4,000 away from $100k Donations still being accepted Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.06.2021
Several firsts for South Simcoe Police as June kicks off Pride month First-ever SSP Pride flag and Pride flag-raising Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.06.2021
Barrie to explore Sadlon Arena expansion Councillor Gary Harvey says arena expansion is needed to land larger competitions Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.06.2021
30% of Ontario’s opioid overdose deaths were construction workers 2,500 Ontarians died of drug overdoses in 2020, up from 1,500 in 2019 Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.06.2021
Canada expected to approve mix and match COVID vaccinations Research from the UK and Spain has found mixing and matching is both safe and effective Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.06.2021
Leafs lose another Game Seven "I'm not really sure how to sum it up. It's extremely frustrating all around." Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.06.2021
Barrie city council endorses 11 Innisfil Street for safe consumption site Location still needs green light from federal and provincial governments Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.06.2021
Gravenhurst senior charged with obstruct justice in disappearance of Justin Evans Search for Evans began in December 2020 Read More > Facebook Twitter 31.05.2021
Province says long-term care staff must either prove they’ve got the shot, have a good reason why not, or attend class on vaccine benefits Long-term care homes must have new vaccination policies in place by July 1 Read More > Facebook Twitter 31.05.2021
Orillia Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital resuming non-urgent surgeries as of today Those who don't require a hospital stay after their procedure will be first in line Read More > Facebook Twitter 31.05.2021
Fire ban issued in Muskoka as dry conditions continue No fire bans in Simcoe County, Barrie and Orillia Read More > Facebook Twitter 31.05.2021
Damage done to heavy equipment at Harvie Road job site Police looking for suspect with a bike Read More > Facebook Twitter 31.05.2021
Matching gift results in $50,000 raised for lifesaving care at RVH $50,000 raised for an expansion to the Intensive Care Unit Read More > Facebook Twitter 31.05.2021
The new mortgage stress test rate kicks in on Tuesday The stress test rate will climb to 5.25 per cent, from 4.79 per cent currently, on June 1. Read More > Facebook Twitter 31.05.2021
Downtown Barrie gets set to kick off Open Air Dunlop on June 19 More dates have been penciled in pending provincial health and safety regulations Read More > Facebook Twitter 31.05.2021
Pedestrian suffers life-threatening injuries in confrontation with trucker in Gravenhurst Police are searching for the truck driver Read More > Facebook Twitter 31.05.2021
