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Ontario to open Highway 427 expansion to help reduce congestion, travel time New lanes expected to reduce travel time by up to 25 minutes during peak periods Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.09.2021
Mayim Bialik and Ken Jennings will host “Jeopardy!” for remainder of 2021 Selected after Mike Richards stepped down when inappropriate comments he made resurfaced Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.09.2021
COVID vaccines get full approval, name changes Meet Comirnaty, SpikeVax and Vaxzervria Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.09.2021
Have your say: Barrie budget allocator tool now live "It’s your money, so tell us how you want it spent" Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.09.2021
Barrie man facing dozens of charges following police pursuit of stolen vehicle Investigators connected suspect with a number of previous crimes Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.09.2021
Higher advanced poll turnout this election over the last At least five thousand more ballots cast in each Barrie-area riding compared to 2019 Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.09.2021
Proof of Vaccination requirement is completely above board Barrie 360 legal correspondent doesn't foresee Human Rights Tribunal claims getting very far Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.09.2021
Ramara resident wins $75,791 with Lotto 6/49 andra Kaspar of Ramara has that “6/49 feeling” Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.09.2021
Local and Provincial COVID-19 numbers as of Thursday, September 16 Province updates its numbers daily except holidays, the SMDHU does so Monday to Friday Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.09.2021
Canadian study suggests COVID-19 during pregnancy means 10 times higher risk of ICU admission Also a higher chance of needing a C-section or a pre-term birth Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.09.2021
Zero-click threats ‘will persist’ despite Apple security fix "Apple intentionally tried to prevent Pegasus from working in iOS14, and the malware still successfully exploited vulnerabilities in the software" Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.09.2021
Midland man facing drug and weapons charges OPP searched a Midland motel room Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.09.2021
SpaceX launches first all-civilian crew on Inspiration4 mission It's the first privately funded, non-government trip to orbit Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.09.2021
“This is a younger wave” Kids under 12 making up a larger portion COVID caseload Local health unit says fourth wave has hit a plateau Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.09.2021
OHL requiring spectators to provide vaccine proof, including at Barrie’s Sadlon Arena Kids under age 12 must be accompanied by a fully vaxxed adult Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.09.2021
Barrie-born Western University student victim of homicide One suspect in custody, facing a charge of manslaughter Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.09.2021
City introduces water/wastewater financial assistance program for low-income Barrie households applicants must be a permanent, full-time resident Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.09.2021
Applications open for Culture Days programming This year's theme is RE: IMAGINE Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.09.2021
Napoleon hosting job fair to fill 100 permanent full-time positions In-person interviews will take place at the job fair Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.09.2021
Baycats know it’ll be a ‘clean slate’ when they open playoff series against Leafs on Wednesday Barrie seeking a seventh straight championship Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.09.2021
SUV vs dump truck crash in Springwater One person suffered serious injuries Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.09.2021
Hamilton hospital cancelled cardiac procedures as COVID cases occupied ICU beds Hospital says physicians and other healthcare workers are frustrated Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.09.2021
Norm MacDonald, Canadian comic and former “Saturday Night Live” star has died MacDonald was 61 Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.09.2021
Week One: 36 traffic tickets issued by SSP during back-to-school safety blitz Two stunt driving charges were laid Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.09.2021
Apple unveils the iPhone 13: Here’s what’s new iPhone 13 will be released Sept. 17 Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.09.2021
Province updates proof-of-vaccination plan, guidelines for businesses Certificate program begins Sept. 22 Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.09.2021
City of Orillia implements proof-of-vaccination for its employees Policy kicks in Nov. 15 Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.09.2021
Tornado risk for Barrie-area late Tuesday afternoon and evening Large hail, strong winds and heavy rain are also threats Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.09.2021
Linda O’Leary not guilty in 2019 fatal boat crash in Muskoka The collision happened on Lake Joseph Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.09.2021
Threats, suspicious person call prompt evacuation and lockdown at Barrie high school, Georgian College Barrie police say incidents were not related Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.09.2021
OPP in Collingwood confirm body found in Georgian Bay Death is not considered suspicious Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.09.2021
Apple fixes security flaw affecting iPhone, Macs, Apple Watches University of Toronto's Citizen Lab identified the 'hack' Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.09.2021
Alabama man dies after being turned away from 43 hospitals amid COVID surge Family urging people to get vaccinated to "free up resources for non-COVID related emergencies" Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.09.2021
Engine 1531 could be coming back home to Barrie City staff recommended the engine be donated to the Simcoe County Museum Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.09.2021
COVID cases popping up at Ontario schools including in Simcoe County Both school boards update case counts on respective websites Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.09.2021
Dog, two adults wearing life jackets plucked from Lake Simcoe Adults taken to hospital for observation Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.09.2021
Anti-vaccine crowd demonstrates outside RVH No trouble reported at anti-vaccine protest in Barrie Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.09.2021
Pop-up COVID-19 vaccine clinics in Simcoe Muskoka for week of Sept. 13 First and second doses available Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.09.2021
K9 unit sniffs out driver who fled scene of wild crash in Innisfil Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.09.2021
Gilda’s Club launches another Raw and Reflective Year 2022 calendar is now on sale Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.09.2021
Teen driver suffers life-altering injuries in Tiny Township crash Second driver charged with impaired Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.09.2021
Two people charged in Georgina stabbing death Suspects were arrested at the scene Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.09.2021
South Simcoe Police launches security camera registry Police say program is to help enhance community safety Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.09.2021
Premier Ford slams hospital protests, calls them ‘selfish, cowardly and reckless’ Ontario's proof-of-vaccine system begins September 22 Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.09.2021
Unvaccinated people 11 times more likely to die from COVID – CDC report Unvaccinated found to be four and a half times more likely to get COVID, over 10 times more likely to be hospitalized Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.09.2021
COVID vaccines could be approved for U.S. kids 5-11 by end of October Children represent 25% of new COVID-19 infections Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.09.2021
FBI releases first document following Biden’s promise to declassify 9/11 materials Materials include a memo detailing "significant logistic support" two of the Saudi hijackers received in the U.S. Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.09.2021
Stiffer licence suspension if nabbed for stunt driving Licence suspension climbs to 30 days Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.09.2021
Planned protests at Ontario hospitals this week including RVH Toronto ICU physician says hospitals are not the place for protests Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.09.2021
Woman killed in dirt bike crash in Muskoka Victim succumbed to her injuries in hospital Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.09.2021
Fire at Baseline Towing in Huntsville Cause of the fire is under investigation Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.09.2021
Walk A Mile: Taking steps to stop violence against women and children Target is to raise $50,000 Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.09.2021
Drug and firearm-related charges after search warrant executed in Springwater More than a dozen charges against one of the suspects Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.09.2021
Vaccine clinics in Simcoe Muskoka at the weekend Two pop-ups in Barrie Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.09.2021
“He ran in”: A CBS News crew reflects on September 11, 2001 Mark LaGanga recorded some of the most haunting images Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.09.2021
Motorist suffers life-threatening injuries in Alliston collision Driver transported to trauma centre Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.09.2021
Innsifil woman reported missing is safe The woman had last been seen leaving her home on foot Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.09.2021
WHO calls for moratorium on third COVID jabs as Ontario administers thousands of extra doses Global public health agency says shots should be diverted to under-vaccinated countries Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.09.2021
20 years after 9/11, the story of “Come From Away” brings light in another dark time: “The message is so needed” Residents of Gander, Newfoundland took in stranded airline passengers Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.09.2021
Young boy suffers life-threatening injuries in Newmarket crash Police asking for witnesses or dashcam footage Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.09.2021
Driver DX is like the Uber of the trucking industry Online service connects drivers to vehicle owners Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.09.2021
Suspicious death in Adjala-Tosorontio Police say there is no risk to public safety following Wednesday morning fatality Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.09.2021
Electric Vehicle converter company Ettractive to move into Oro Station Auto Park Automotive complex on track to open in 2023 Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.09.2021
COVID, staff shortage, limited locations mean a longer wait to cast a ballot Some Barrie voters waited up to 45 minutes to cast a ballot Friday morning Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.09.2021
France to offer free birth control to women under 25 "It is intolerable that young women cannot protect themselves" Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.09.2021
Playing Encore brings big pay-out for Barrie, Midland residents Two tickets worth $100,000 Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.09.2021
Charges laid following Innisfil crash Angus man accused of driving drunk and having too much pot on him Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.09.2021
Online bird scam ends with local resident losing thousands Police say don't pay for a pet without seeing it first Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.09.2021
Working from home impacted Innisfil’s Uber-based transit service Lack of demand has led to a decrease in driver supply Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.09.2021
Barrie City Hall staff required to get COVID vaccine Vaccination mandatory for some key staff Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.09.2021
Cyclists gear up in support of RVH’S Youth Diabetic Clinic Charity ride takes place Sunday, September 26 Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.09.2021
Rifle seized during Barrie traffic stop Drugs, alcohol also located in vehicle, say police Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.09.2021
Barrie’s École élémentaire La Source getting over three dozen childcare spaces Construction expected to wrap up in time for September 2022 Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.09.2021
Digital driver’s licenses and health cards coming to Ontario Convenient, easy and more secure than paper identification Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.09.2021
Thousands in counterfeit goods seized in Wasaga Beach $700K in 'knock-off' items confiscated from six retailers Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.09.2021
Six-time defending IBL champion Baycats know pressure is on as playoffs begin Game One tonight in Welland Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.09.2021
Barrie Automotive Flea Market celebrating 50 years Admission is $10 or free for kids 12 and under Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.09.2021
Barrie Police searching for pair in relation to September 1 bear spray incident Contact police if they look familiar Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.09.2021
SMDHU hosts Live Q & A tonight for parents and students on COVID-19 vaccination Online session runs from 7-8 p.m. Wednesday Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.09.2021
New Fire Chief appointed for Innisfil and Bradford Brent Thomas to lead joint fire service Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.09.2021
Police say death of young man in Angus is not considered suspicious Deceased identified as 21-year-old Blake Thiobodeau Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.09.2021
York Regional Police sounding the alarm following spike in overdoses in Georgina Investigators believe increase stems from bad batch of fentanyl Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.09.2021
Orillia Opera House goes digital while maintaining historic charm Construction to replace roof underway Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.09.2021
Permit problem delayed opening of new Barrie high school Permit problem kept it closed Tuesday Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.09.2021
Colts trim roster, but toughest roster decisions still lie ahead The roster has been trimmed down to 28 from 40-plus players Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.09.2021
W.A. Fisher Auditorium demolition begins September 9 Planning continues for new performing arts centre in downtown Barrie Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.09.2021
Special Investigations Unit clears Collingwood OPP following fatal 2020 shooting Armed individual was repeatedly told to drop his gun Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.09.2021
Barrie lifeguards off duty until next summer Over 150,000 visitors to the city's beaches this summer Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.09.2021
Live ammo ignited during Lake of Bays house fire No injuries, no cause determined Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.09.2021
Tuesday morning’s Amber Alert is the first time Barrie Police used the service No charges will be laid due to "unique circumstances" Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.09.2021
Authorities race to contain deadly Nipah virus outbreak in India Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.09.2021
Back-to-school bus safety reminders Police will have increased patrols in and around school zones Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.09.2021
The new school year means pandemic policies for riding the school bus COVID-19 protocols in place for students and drivers Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.09.2021
3-year-old Australian boy with autism found after three days lost in the woods The child went missing from his rural home on Friday Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.09.2021
Man nabbed for doing double the speed limit in Huntsville Impaired driving and other charges laid Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.09.2021
Richard Drew on photographing the “Falling Man” on 9/11 Drew was at a maternity fashion show when the planes hit the World Trade Centre Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.09.2021
GO-VAXX mobile COVID vaccine clinic in Cookstown Pop-up clinics also in Barrie, Wasaga Beach and at the 400 Flea Market Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.09.2021
Firearms seized at disturbance in Muskoka Lakes Township Suspect is accused of threatening a police officer Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.09.2021
Lighthouse is first shelter in Simcoe County to return to congregate setting Emergency beds, supportive housing and space for youth at the new facility Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.09.2021
Person found outside Orillia residence with serious injuries Three suspects arrested Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.09.2021
Wrong-way driver on Highway 11 nabbed by Huntsville OPP Arrest was made after the car collided with a cruiser Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.09.2021
COVID vaccines for all OMHA eligible participants will be mandatory Deadline to be double-dosed is end of October Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.09.2021
Ontario Liberals want veto of newly appointed acting top doc in Haldimand-Norfolk over anti-lockdown posts Dr. Strauss has voiced support for business owners who violate lockdown orders Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.09.2021
Life jackets and alcohol a focus for Southern Georgian Bay OPP marine unit 23 people have died in marine fatalities on OPP-patrolled waterways so far this year Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.09.2021
PHAC warns of unprecedented highs in daily COVID caseloads in Canada Canada's top doc urges young adults to get vaccinated Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.09.2021
Dad excited about gender of his baby causes schools to go into lockdown Police say there was no intent to harm anyone Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.09.2021
Search warrants executed in counterfeit merchandise probe in Wasaga Beach U.S. Homeland Security among the agencies that assisted in joint investigation Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.09.2021
Potential COVID-19 exposure at Barrie restaurant Staff member at 490 Mapleview Drive Wild Wing tests positive for virus Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.09.2021
Barrie Police warn of new phone scam Caller asks for last three digits of social insurance numbers Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.09.2021
‘Big 4’ Labour Day weekend for OPP 213 deaths on OPP-patrolled roads, waterways and trails so far this year Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.09.2021
ABBA announces new album and digital concert Album drops November 5; virtual concert happens May 27, 2022 Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.09.2021
Thefts of catalytic converters on the rise Police say the attraction is precious metals contained in the converters Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.09.2021
Vaccine bookings double after certificate program is announced Health Minister says nearly half of the appointments were for first doses Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.09.2021
Barrie Chamber of Commerce, big-city mayors welcome vaccine certificate Chamber says the way out of this pandemic is through vaccinations Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.09.2021
Beach Advisories – Simcoe County, Muskoka, Haliburton, Kawartha Lakes Is the water safe? Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.09.2021
Washago woman has 1 million reasons to celebrate Roberta Davidson won a Maxmillions prize Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.09.2021
Afraid a Zoom blunder will get you fired? 1 in 4 bosses have justified that fear Almost 1 in 4 bosses at U.S. companies have fired a staffer for a video or audio conference blunder Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.09.2021
New CT scanner unveiled at Orillia hospital Scanner is the result of years of fundraising Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.09.2021
Charges laid after drug-related search in Stayner Pills, cocaine and drug paraphernalia seized Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.09.2021
Barrie man charged in break-and-enter/robbery spree Downtown Scotiabank among the targets Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.09.2021
Six people charged in series of drug raids in Orillia Suspects are from Orillia and the GTA Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.09.2021
Proof of vaccination might spike immunization rates, says region’s top doctor Dr. Charles Gardner says vaccination coverage in younger age groups needs to improve Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.09.2021
Requirements for licence plate stickers, driver’s licences and other ID is being reinstated Deadline to renew is end of February 2022 Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.09.2021
Woman killed in Gravenhurst fire identified Victim died of smoke inhalation Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.09.2021
Ontario unveils proof of vaccination plans for restaurants, gyms and theatres Won't include services like health care or necessities such as groceries Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.09.2021
Police concerned rash of vandalism is escalating in Bradford Police have set up a tip line Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.09.2021
SMDHU updates businesses and workplace protection measures The update is in response to the fourth wave of COVID-19 Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.09.2021
Joint mandatory vaccine policy at 14 Ontario hospitals including RVH Protestors demonstrated outside RVH Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.09.2021
Police seeking witnesses to fire at a school in Bradford Fire set to wood covering broken window Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.09.2021
Paid sick leave extended by Ford government Program was to expire Sept. 25 Read More > Facebook Twitter 31.08.2021
Ontario’s top doc scraps media briefing amid vaccine passport debate Reports the premier rejected an initial certificate plan Read More > Facebook Twitter 31.08.2021
Mike Richards out as executive producer of “Jeopardy!” and “Wheel of Fortune” Richards had already been bounced as host of "Jeopardy!" Read More > Facebook Twitter 31.08.2021
COVID-19 vaccination clinics opening at secondary schools Clinics begin Sept. 9 Read More > Facebook Twitter 31.08.2021
One person killed in Gravenhurst house fire Human remains found at the scene Read More > Facebook Twitter 31.08.2021
Patio power: Not so much in downtown Barrie a few years ago. Mayor says patios used to be seen as a problem Read More > Facebook Twitter 31.08.2021
Trying to smash the stigma, as Barrie marks International Overdose Awareness Day More than 45 opioid-related deaths in the Barrie area in the first nine months of 2020 Read More > Facebook Twitter 31.08.2021
Temporary DriveTest Centre opening in East Gwillimbury Additional locations will help reduce the road test backlog resulting from COVID-19 restrictions Read More > Facebook Twitter 31.08.2021
Public has a chance to help develop Orillia’s Community Change Action Plan Public survey launched to assist in development of action plan Read More > Facebook Twitter 31.08.2021
Barrie city council approves extended patio hours on municipal property Extended patio hours will last until the end of November 2021 Read More > Facebook Twitter 31.08.2021
Last U.S. troops have left Afghanistan, says Pentagon This ends America's longest war Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.08.2021
Law finally catches up to suspended Oro-Medonte driver Police say driver's licence was suspended nearly 20 years ago Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.08.2021
Find a pop-up COVID-19 clinic in Simcoe Muskoka Vaccinations available on a first-come basis Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.08.2021
Loaded gun, drugs seized during Barrie police traffic stop Vehicle stopped due to possible driver suspension Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.08.2021
South Simcoe Police seek witnesses to deadly crash in Innisfil The driver was the lone occupant Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.08.2021
Government tweaks COVID screening guidance for daycare centres and schools There will be five symptoms on the provincial screening form Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.08.2021
Hundreds of Ontario ER docs demand Ford government boost nurses’ pay Physicians warn severe shortage of nurses puts healthcare at risk Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.08.2021
Four-year-old girl discovers rare stingless bees in California Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.08.2021
Body of Barrie man pulled from Lake Erie Swimmer was reported missing on Saturday Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.08.2021
Delta variant may double risk of hospitalization for the unvaccinated Researchers studied more than 40,000 COVID cases between March and May Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.08.2021
Ida, now a tropical storm, continues path of destruction More than a million homes and businesses were hit with power outages in Louisiana Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.08.2021
Life ‘getting back to normal’ for Colts who kick off training camp today Medical reviews and practice today; fitness testing Tuesday Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.08.2021
Final days to share your concerns about road safety in Barrie and make it a safer place! Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.08.2021
Louisiana braces for Hurricane Ida Ida is expected to brush past New Orleans later tonight Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.08.2021
End in sight to oppressive humidity Normal high for this time of year is 23 degrees Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.08.2021
Late fall opening target for new Holly Library Branch Holly branch will be in leased space in a plaza Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.08.2021
U.S. airstrike killed two ISIS-K members in Afghanistan, Pentagon says The strike came one day after attack at Kabul airport Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.08.2021
Barrie police seize loaded handgun Officers credit CCTV cameras for helping them locate a suspect Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.08.2021
Trudeau campaign rally scrapped over security concerns Protestors shouted obscenities at Trudeau over pandemic policies Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.08.2021
Motorcyclist seriously injured in collision in Barrie No word about any charges Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.08.2021
Reports: Ontario vaccine passport details coming next week Premier Ford has up until now rejected a certification system Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.08.2021
City of Orillia sends an urgent call-out for new crossing guards 14 intersections need coverage, only 11 crossing guards have signed up Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.08.2021
Kale salad kits recalled due to potential Listeria contamination Recall covers nine products Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.08.2021
Simcoe-Muskoka says farewell to most mass immunization clinics Only Barrie's 29 Sperling Drive location remains in operation Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.08.2021
Township of Ramara heart patient calls paramedics and cardiac team ‘super stars’ Sue Talampas praising local health care team following heart attack Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.08.2021
Barrie City Hall considering later closing time after plea from hospitality sector Council previously supported a 2 a.m. last call in Steps One and Two Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.08.2021
Health Canada gives green light to Moderna vaccine for kids 12 and up Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.08.2021
Gravenhurst man facing charges after police say he crashed into a tree while high Charge of assault with an officer also laid following brief struggle during arrest Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.08.2021
Group of workers – four of them local – sharing Maxmillions lottery prize Residents of Barrie, Innisfil, Newmarket and Beeton are part of the group Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.08.2021
Race to evacuate as many as possible from Kabul after ISIS bombs kill at least 170 There were warnings from military officials that more attacks could target the airport Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.08.2021
Colts could have top goal-scoring duo with Olausson and Foerster Olausson is an elite scorer who some hockey pundits considered a steal at the draft Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.08.2021
Two hurt in collision with a transport truck near Alliston Couple suffered non-life-threatening injuries Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.08.2021
12 U.S. service members killed, 15 injured in Kabul attack ISIS claimed credit for the explosion Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.08.2021
Cause of destructive Wasaga Beach fire under investigation Fire started at one Waterview Road home and spread to a second Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.08.2021
Arctic Circle saw record-high temperatures in 2020, NOAA report Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.08.2021
Masks expected for kindergartners to Grade 12 when Simcoe County goes back to school Only about five per cent of students will be learning from home in September Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.08.2021
Ontario medical experts exploring certification methods if province fails to introduce vaccine passport Local top doc says health units are exploring options Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.08.2021
Driver runs out of gas fleeing from Stunt Driving investigation Clocked a driver at 109 km/h in a 50-zone at Wasaga Beach Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.08.2021
Over 100 moderators call on Reddit to take action against Covid-19 misinformation Calling on a ban for dangerous subreddits. Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.08.2021
Barrie’s bars and restaurants ask for extended patio hours Patios have had to close by 11:15 p.m. in Step Three of Ontario's reopening plan Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.08.2021
Baby on Nirvana’s “Nevermind” album cover sues band for child porn Alleges the band violated federal child pornography laws Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.08.2021
Indecent exposure charges laid following incident at Wasaga Beach drive-thru Police say they got several reports involving the same suspect Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.08.2021
Barrie Police, South Simcoe Police aren’t requiring officers to get a COVID-19 vaccine yet Neither police service making it a requirement; not the case in Toronto Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.08.2021
Game of paintball in Innisfil prompted weapons call to police Pair charged with trespassing Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.08.2021
Keeping cool in Barrie during the heat warning Cooling Centre, Beaches, Libraries, Splash Pads Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.08.2021
Charges laid after shotgun fired from Tiny Township porch 83-year-old man facing a number of charges following Tuesday evening incident Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.08.2021
Open Air Dunlop has been a breath of fresh air for downtown businesses and the public Long-time business owners note a change in their clientele Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.08.2021
Kids under 12 need to be immunized to achieve herd immunity: Public Health Ontario A vaccine for children under 12 years of age is still at least months away Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.08.2021
Mask mandates return in Manitoba and B.C, vaccine passport ready for download in Quebec Delta variant, vaccination rates prompts return to mask wearing Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.08.2021
This year’s Game On! gaming festival features escape room, Rocket League tournament for all ages and skill levels Registration now open for live-streamed tournament Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.08.2021
Police warning Collingwood retailers after several counterfeit Canadian $50 bills were spent in town Resources available to help spot a phony fifty Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.08.2021
Local medical officer of health concerned of impacts on youth during fourth wave and what Autumn will bring Dr. Charles Gardner says fourth wave will be hardest on younger people Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.08.2021
Rolling Stones drummer Charlie Watts dies at age 80 Publicist says he "passed away peacefully in a London hospital earlier today." Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.08.2021
Protect yourself during extreme heat warning When temperatures are high, overexertion will increase the risk of heat exhaustion, dehydration, or heat stroke Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.08.2021
Take-home COVID-19 test kits for Ontario high school students to be piloted: Toronto Star 13 public health units taking part Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.08.2021
Oshawa basketball tournament linked to COVID outbreak Thousands of people are being urged to get tested Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.08.2021
Swimmer pulled from Georgian Bay by Good Samaritans has died Several people came to the man's aid when he went beneath the water Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.08.2021
Disturbance call in New Tecumseth results in man being charged with attempted murder Two women found with injuries Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.08.2021
34 hot tubs, a number of showers, and two ATVs stolen from Tiny Township property. hot tubs and showers valued at $123,000 Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.08.2021
Georgian partnering with Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit for on-campus COVID-19 vaccination clinic August 24 "widespread vaccination is our best strategy to a safe and more rapid return to on-campus life" Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.08.2021
Member resigns from Ontario COVID-19 science advisory table, alleging political interference Dr. David Fisman previously suggested table was holding off on releasing fall modelling data Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.08.2021
FDA grants full approval for Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine approval caps a months-long "sprint" by the FDA to clear the shot's final remaining regulatory hurdles Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.08.2021
Police charge four drivers in four days following spate of drunk driving, hit-and-run calls over the weekend One motorist charged after their vehicle ended up in Lake Simcoe Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.08.2021
Over three dozen vehicles damaged in Alliston overnight Police seeking video evidence Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.08.2021
Barrie woman organizes tornado peer support meetings Meetings will not focus on trauma Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.08.2021
48 hours and four impaired driving charges in the Huntsville-area Once incident involved a motorist passing on the shoulder of a highway Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.08.2021
TTC investigating subway train surfer incident The man bails when he is spotted by the conductor Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.08.2021
Search in Georgian Bay turns up nothing after report of a swimmer who did not resurface Search will not resume Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.08.2021
Beautiful Waters Lake Simcoe Art Auction Launches The event is timed to mark International Water Week Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.08.2021
Argos CFL game against Edmonton postponed due to COVID-19 outbreak At least five players with the Elks team have tested positive for the virus Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.08.2021
Handgun pulled during parking dispute in south Barrie Incident happened at the victim's home Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.08.2021
Rock pioneer, Don Everly, dead at 84 Their harmonies would influence the Beatles, the Mamas and the Papas, the Hollies, Simon & Garfunkel and more. Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.08.2021
Reverend Jesse Jackson and his wife, Jacqueline, hospitalized with COVID Jackson was vaccinated in January, and had encouraged other elderly people to get their shots Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.08.2021
House fire in Elmvale, two people treated for smoke inhalation Air fryer left on stove sparked flames, says Springwater Fire Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.08.2021
SMDHU hosting walk-in COVID vaccine clinics on Sunday Locations in Barrie, Orillia and Midland Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.08.2021
Driver flees scene following Muskoka crash that injured two people Motorist charged with impaired driving Read More > Facebook Twitter 22.08.2021
Motorcycle rider seriously injured in Ramara crash Collision happened at County Road 169 and County Road 46 Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.08.2021
Maxime Bernier gets sidelined from federal election debates People's Party of Canada leader did not meet the criteria Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.08.2021
GM recalls all Chevy Bolts due to fire risk; owners should park outside, limit charging The recall and others raise questions about lithium-ion batteries, which now are used in nearly all electric vehicles Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.08.2021
Afghanistan’s all-girls robotics team evacuated safely to Qatar The team is known as the Afghan Dreamers Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.08.2021
Zucchini noodle recall Product has been sold in Ontario and other provinces Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.08.2021
Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit holding COVID-19 vaccine clinics on Saturday Vaccination clinic at Open Air Dunlop Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.08.2021
UHN employees put on notice: No jab, no job The University Health Network has given employees until end of October to be fully vaccinated Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.08.2021
Bales of hay catch fire on farmland north of Alliston No injuries were reported Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.08.2021
Get that 6/49 feeling: Barrie resident wins Lotto 6/49 guaranteed $1 million prize He plans to give half his winnings to his parents Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.08.2021
OHL will require anyone attending a hockey game this season to be vaccinated League expanding policy that used to only include players and team staff, volunteers Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.08.2021
Police release suspect images following vehicle theft in Bradford Theft took place sometime between the night of August 14 and the morning of August 15 Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.08.2021
Innisfil council mulling over zoning bylaw change to allow new Catholic elementary school in Lefroy Catholic board looking at site near 20th Sideroad & Killarney Beach Rd Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.08.2021
Police seize cocaine, meth, opioids from Port McNicoll home Trafficking charges laid Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.08.2021
Barrie Minor Hockey Association anticipating a somewhat normal season for players Registraion now open, over 1,400 have signed up Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.08.2021
Mike Richards steps down as “Jeopardy!” host after inappropriate comments resurface Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.08.2021
New England fears a hurricane as Henri approaches It's been 30 years since a hurricane made direct landfall in New England Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.08.2021
Ontario Public Service must be vaccinated or submit to regular testing Sick Kids Hospital, Royal Bank insisting on employee vaccination Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.08.2021
Poll finds most Canadians support vaccine passports 67 per cent of respondents favour proof of vaccination for non-essential services Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.08.2021
Motorcyclist sustains life-altering injuries in crash in Georgian Bay Township Police say rider struck a rock face Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.08.2021
Arrest made in vandalism to Pride crosswalk in Wasaga Beach Police credit tips from public in leading to an arrest Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.08.2021
Carrot Fest returns to Bradford West Gwillimbury Festival takes place August 20 and 21 Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.08.2021
Man claiming to have explosives near U.S. Capitol Building surrenders to police Move brings to end a five-hour standoff with police Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.08.2021
Barrie City Hall looking at need for mandatory vaccine policy as City of Toronto announces all staff are required to get the shot County of Simcoe, Town of Innisfil staff continue to work from home Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.08.2021
Driver facing charges after vehicle ends up in Lake Simcoe early Thursday morning Springwater man had license suspended for 90 days Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.08.2021
Over 200 11-year-olds with a birthday coming up turned out to get the shot in Simcoe-Muskoka yesterday SMDHU says 12-17 age group seeing the lowest rate of vaccination in the region. Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.08.2021
Ontario PC Party expresses “regret” over misleading campaign donation requests disguised as invoices Party issued statement Thursday apologizing for "invoices" sent to some Ontarians Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.08.2021
Some cases of COVID among the fully vaxxed to be expected, especially with decrease in the unvaccinated, says medical officer of health As no vaccine is ever 100% effective, it speaks to the need for masking, physical distancing Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.08.2021
OPP surprised, disappointed at lack of safety equipment on boats Cost of safety equipment cheaper than a ticket Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.08.2021
$75m damage done by tornadoes in Barrie, other communities Weather-related claims have quadrupled in the last 15 years Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.08.2021
Innisfil unveils the Spartans, first PJHL team in town in over three decades New Junior C team to start playing in 2022-2023 season Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.08.2021
Porter Airlines to require staff to be vaccinated or produce a recent COVID test Airline to resume service on September 8 Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.08.2021
Elections Canada, Provincial Police being asked to investigate reports of phony invoices from Ontario PC Party Liberals calling on PCs to refund any money they received Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.08.2021
Don’t expect to know the outcome of Canada’s federal election right away; Elections Canada anticipating more mail-in ballots Most districts should have results returned within two days, some areas could wait five Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.08.2021
Simcoe County Museum reopening to prebooked visitors Book a timeslot online Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.08.2021
Opioids cut with benzos linked to increased suspected overdoses in Simcoe County Increase in ER visits for suspected opioid overdoses has increased over the past few weeks Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.08.2021
Local medical officer of health says requiring employers to enact vaccine policy is nothing new "We've done that for decades now," said Dr. Charles Gardner Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.08.2021
Delta variant a relatively ‘wimpy’ virus when vaccine in play “If we had a variant that was more resistant like beta, but spread as easily as delta, we’d be in more trouble” Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.08.2021
Ontario Provincial Police investigating death in Orillia Police do not believe there is a threat to others in the community Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.08.2021
Deaths from Haiti quake climb to 1,941, over 9,900 injured Remnants of Tropical Depression Grace complicating search and rescue efforts Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.08.2021
Some 11-year-olds in Ontario now eligible for Pfizer vaccine Don't necessarily need parental consent to get a vaccination Read More > Facebook Twitter 18.08.2021
Trudeau makes campaign stop in Barrie while O’Toole promises GST holiday and Singh touts job creation program Liberal party promising $10 a day childcare within five years if re-elected Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.08.2021
Cops on the hunt for pair of assault suspects following fight in Downtown Barrie Victim assaulted after calling the police about a fight in progress Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.08.2021
Province to make vaccines mandatory in high-risk settings, pushes pause on Roadmap to Reopen while vaccination policies are drawn up Ministry of Education to soon hand down mandatory vaccine policy for schools Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.08.2021
50 gorgeous photos of outer space With a small army of spacecraft and the most powerful telescopes in the world, NASA has captured some truly beautiful photos of outer space Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.08.2021
OPP in Haliburton recover stolen truck with puppy inside Taken from Port Perry, found in Highlands Township East Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.08.2021
Police Chief’s name used in new twist to Publishers Clearing House scam Call from 'Chief' tried to convince woman scam was legitimate Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.08.2021
Biden defends Afghanistan withdrawal: “I stand squarely behind my decision” Taliban assumed control of Kabul on Sunday Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.08.2021
Man airlifted to Toronto following collision north of Bracebridge 19-year-old suffered serious injuries in crash Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.08.2021
Digital parking passes now available through HotSpot parking app app will notify users when the pass is expiring Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.08.2021
County of Simcoe to see $4.6 million rolling in to help cover critical care costs Funding part of a $307 million increase out of the Ministry of Municipal Affairs Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.08.2021
Town of Midland kicks off Seniors On the Move transit program allowing those 65+ to ride for free Program launches as town unveils new transit bus Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.08.2021
Join RBC Royal Bank and RVH in a race to support youth mental health Simcoe-Muskoka chosen to host one of 17 virtual races around the globe Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.08.2021
Suspect sought following bank robbery in downtown Barrie Man claimed to be armed, according to police Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.08.2021
Highway 9 crash claims life of Barrie man Wasaga Beach man suffered minor injuries Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.08.2021
Missing: Tiny Township woman not seen since Saturday Marion Roberta Bourgeois of Balm Beach might've been heading to Midland Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.08.2021
Ontario working with health units to run COVID-19 vaccination clinics in schools School vaccination program will help province combat Delta Variant as students return to class this Fall Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.08.2021
Police say missing thirteen-year-old boy has been found, safe and sound. Have you seen Carter Colwill? Read More > Facebook Twitter 16.08.2021
Police seek witnesses to a deadly collision in Bradford Victim of crash was from Beeton Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.08.2021
Vehicle and transport truck collide near Angus No injuries reported Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.08.2021
Need a jab? COVID-19 pop-up clinics in Simcoe Muskoka at the weekend Clinics in Barrie and Orillia Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.08.2021
Trudeau calls federal election for Sept. 20 Federal vote being held during fourth wave of pandemic Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.08.2021
New Canadian families experience great outdoors at Tiffin Centre for Conservation The event was funded by the Rotary Club of Barrie Read More > Facebook Twitter 15.08.2021
Report: Ontario to mandate vaccinations for hospital and long-term care workers Toronto Star says the province will begin targeted booster shots Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.08.2021
July was the hottest month ever recorded, NOAA says The agency expects 2021 will be among Earth's top 10 warmest years on record Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.08.2021
School board association calls on Ford government to make vaccines mandatory for staff and eligible students Liberals and NDP support mandatory vaccination for the healthcare and education sector Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.08.2021
Joint training exercise in Lake Simcoe on Saturday Several civilian aircraft will be take part in the training Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.08.2021
Barrie-area’s changing demographics could make for unpredictable federal election outcome Pandemic saw mass exodus of residents from the GTA to Simcoe County Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.08.2021
Plane crashes into Lake St. John in Ramara Township No injuries to the two occupants Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.08.2021
Ontario’s Big City Mayors Call for Proof of Vaccination and Childcare Plan OBCM also calling for more reliable broadband access Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.08.2021
Police looking for five suspects following Wasaga Beach mugging Man forced to withdraw cash from ATM by suspect who claimed to be armed Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.08.2021
Federal workers must be fully vaccinated, air and train passengers too. Comply or risk losing your jobs, government minister warns Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.08.2021
1812 Football Club Unveils Kits in Support of the Gord Downie and Chanie Wenjack Fund Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.08.2021
Police investigating sudden death in Orillia, say it is not considered suspicious 46-year-old man found unresponsive behind Atherley Road business Friday morning Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.08.2021
Boat/trailer and house trailer stolen from Gravenhurst Bracebridge OPP investigating Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.08.2021
Midland police arrest 18-year-old in child porn investigation Investigators took a search warrant to a Midland home on Thursday Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.08.2021
COVID-19 vaccinations required at Georgian College this fall “We know widespread vaccination is our best strategy to a safe and more rapid return to on-campus life" Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.08.2021
Iowa’s first MLB game played next to the “Field of Dreams” "This place is something magical" Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.08.2021
Betting on single sports events comes to Ontario on August 27 Attempt to reclaim $15 billion a year Canadians are spending in other countries and on the black market. Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.08.2021
Brightening Barriers public art project showcases local art through downtown Barrie patios Seven downtown businesses participating Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.08.2021
Police seize vehicles, licenses, cocaine, fentanyl following spate of impaired or dangerous driving calls Trio facing charges following three traffic stops in as many days Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.08.2021
Canadians could go to the polls in late September Trudeau expected to ask parliament to be dissolved on Sunday, NDP leader calls it "selfish" Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.08.2021
Barrie resident celebrates $100,000 win with The Big Spin instant game Winning ticket purchased at Pioneer On The Run on Yonge Street in Innisfil Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.08.2021
Queen’s Park shaves $700 mil off its deficit in first-quarter fiscal update, says province has shown clear signs of economic recovery since mid-2020 Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.08.2021
Toronto man arrested in New Tecumseth drug investigation Police also charge suspect with weapon possession following Wednesday traffic stop Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.08.2021
Hackers steal $600 million in cryptocurrency heist — then have second thoughts $260 million returned Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.08.2021
Two high school coaches charged with murder after basketball player died of heatstroke following practice Struggled to climb stadium stairs an hour into practice Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.08.2021
Barrie woman wins $100,000 playing Encore It's her second big win Read More > Facebook Twitter 12.08.2021
Queen’s Park and Ottawa contributing nearly $3 million towards Barrie infrastructure programs Kidds Creek improvements, active transportation for Dunlop, and revitalizing lakeshore trails Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.08.2021
Police hunting for suspects after man says he was followed by armed individuals all the way to the police station No reason behind incident ascertained yet Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.08.2021
Man arrested after two suffer serious injuries in New Tecumseth Police withholding details to protect identity of victims Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.08.2021
Feds working with provinces, territories, international partners on proof of vaccination system allowing cross-border travel Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.08.2021
Town of Innisfil takes the wraps off new Pride Crosswalk New crosswalk blends several flag designs together Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.08.2021
Severn man drowns at MacLean Lake A number of good Samaritans aided in search for overdue swimmer Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.08.2021
Barrie Colts on the hunt for billet homes to host new players Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.08.2021
The Perseids meteor shower peaks tonight thru Friday The Perseids are active every year from around July 14 to August 24 Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.08.2021
Innisfil opens Cooling Centres as Heat Warning continues ideaLabs in Alcona and Cookstown are open today, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.08.2021
Tech advances offer new tools in the fight against skin cancer There's encouraging news in the battle against skin cancer, in the form of revolutionary new ways to screen for it Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.08.2021
Autopsy confirms identity of man pulled from Sparrow Lake Ian Walker did not return from an early morning canoe trip Read More > Facebook Twitter 11.08.2021
Hall of Fame goaltender and Chicago Blackhawks legend Tony Esposito dies at 78 Battled pancreatic cancer Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.08.2021
Ottawa inks deal to bring Moderna manufacturing facility to Canada No location or timeline set in stone Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.08.2021
Health Minister visits Collingwood for $15M hospital redevelopment announcement Minister Elliott called the announcement "long overdue." Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.08.2021
Barrie man charged following back-to-back crashes in city’s north end Police say suspect struck one vehicle, then a fruit and veg stand Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.08.2021
The Rolling Barrage ride in support of PTSD awareness stopped in Barrie on the way to British Columbia Riders left Halifax on August 2, hope to arrive in Vancouver on August 21 Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.08.2021
NASA training human-like robots to explore caves on Mars Scientists say caves are a crucial place to look for signs of life on other planets Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.08.2021
Tornado wake-up call as Barrie council takes a stand on hurricane straps Any changes to building code must be approved by the province Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.08.2021
City of Barrie proposing builds on land zoned institutional to address affordable housing crisis City would fund at least 10 feasibility studies Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.08.2021
Cuomo to step down as New York Governor amid allegations of sexual assault harassment "The best way I can help now is to step aside," Cuomo said Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.08.2021
Innisfil bringing back Fresh Air Flicks Raya and the Last Dragon first to be screened Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.08.2021
Tiny Township OPP make arrest following search for a man considered dangerous Police were called to a residence about an injury Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.08.2021
Province changing the way it reports on COVID, as case count is becoming less telling than before Hospitalization and ICU admission the real indicator these days Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.08.2021
Pain in the grass: Barrie councillor suggests charging homeowners who don’t maintain boulevard lawns City staff to look at ways to encourage naturalized boulevard gardens Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.08.2021
Death sentence for Canadian upheld in China Decision has been sent to the Chinese Supreme Court for review Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.08.2021
Epstein accuser sues Prince Andrew over alleged sexual abuse Prince 'categorically' denies the accusation Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.08.2021
Health Unit offering COVID vaccines at beaches, farmer’s markets Nearly 70 per cent of Simcoe-Muskoka residents have received the first dose of COVID vaccine Read More > Facebook Twitter 10.08.2021
Provincial COVID tally edges back down after days of rising caseloads, seven-day average hits highest rate since mid-June 325 new cases province-wide, 28 in Simcoe-Muskoka Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.08.2021
One of Barrie’s first post-COVID live concerts raises over five grand for victims of last month’s tornado Organizer Brian Harwood saw tornado's damage first hand Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.08.2021
Town of Innisfil receives MZO approval to advance the orbit transit hub MZO will help expedite the building of Innisfil’s new GO Station Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.08.2021
Barrie Police host officers from OPP, York Region, in a Project ERASE team effort to address muffler noise, street racing 13 charges laid for improper or missing mufflers Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.08.2021
Drunk driving charge laid following hit-and-run in Bradford Two drunk driving arrests within an hour of each other Sunday Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.08.2021
Innisfil man facing charges after cops seize six pounds of weed during traffic stop Stunt driving and speeding charges also laid Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.08.2021
U.N. climate report warns of “extreme” and “unprecedented” impacts "The alarm bells are deafening, and the evidence is irrefutable" Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.08.2021
Arkansas Governor says he changed mind on mask law because “facts change” "Facts change and leaders have to adjust to the new facts" Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.08.2021
Canadian International Air Show returns to Toronto Labour Day weekend Will feature the Canadian Forces Snowbirds, & CF-18, United States Air Force F35, a P-51 Mustang and more Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.08.2021
Four males assaulted in downtown Barrie alley Police are requesting assistance from the public Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.08.2021
Former Ontario Premier Bill Davis has died at age 92 Davis was Ontario's 18th premier Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.08.2021
Barrie cops credit public for helping them nab suspects in assaults Two people were injured Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.08.2021
Canada rolls out welcome mat at land borders Monday for fully vaccinated Americans U.S. land borders will remain closed to non-essential travel until at least August 21 Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.08.2021
Walk-in COVID-19 vaccine clinics being offered by the SMDHU on Sunday Locations in Barrie and Orillia Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.08.2021
Kelsey Mitchell wins gold for Canada in cycling on last day of Tokyo Olympics Mitchell began her climb to the top only four years ago Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.08.2021
Slashed tires, graffiti an ongoing problem at Go Home Lake in Muskoka OPP say there will be stepped up patrols Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.08.2021
Vehicle driven backwards into traffic in Gravenhurst Motorist charged with impaired driving Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.08.2021
Drugs, weapon seized in Orillia bust Five people facing charges Read More > Facebook Twitter 08.08.2021
Apple will scan iPhones for child sex abuse images, winning praise and raising concerns Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.08.2021
Suspect facing charges following home and business break-ins in Orillia Most of the stolen goods have been returned to their rightful owners Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.08.2021
“GO-VAXX” buses roll out, first vaccine stop is Canada’s Wonderland Buses will make stops at festivals and other events during the summer and fall Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.08.2021
Texas boy Orion Jean on a mission to share his love of reading: “It’s all about my moral duty to help people” Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.08.2021
Elderly woman charged in July crash that killed off-duty York Regional Police officer Craig Heatley was riding a motorcycle when he was killed Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.08.2021
Days before travel restrictions ease, tentative deal reached between border guards and feds Mediated talks lasted more than 36 straight hours Read More > Facebook Twitter 07.08.2021
One person taken to hospital following downtown Barrie apartment fire Fire was small in origin Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.08.2021
BDAR says Simcoe County housing market continues to show signs of cooling, while year-over-year prices continue to see strong growth Barrie housing prices rose 26.3 per cent from July 2020 to 2021 Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.08.2021
Two Barrie Police officers injured while trying to break up north end drunken brawl One officer had a large amount of hair pulled from her scalp, among other injuries Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.08.2021
Investigation into Canada’s seafood fraud problem finds rampant mislabelling Nearly 50 per cent of seafood samples tested in restaurants and grocery stores in four major Canadian cities were mislabelled. Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.08.2021
Police say driver identified following fatal hit-and-run on the 400 through Barrie Police believe Barrie man was struck by vehicle Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.08.2021
Expect delays at the airport and border as CBSA workers begin strike action Travellers should consider leaving early to account for potential delays Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.08.2021
Penetanguishene’s Discovery Harbour among local tourist destinations to benefit from boost in provincial dollars Sainte-Marie Among the Hurons also reaping some provincial rewards Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.08.2021
Tickets still available for Theatre By the Bay’s innovative augmented reality show Ghost Watchers Augmented reality ghost walk takes about 90 minutes Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.08.2021
Barrie’s jobless rate creeping back to pre-pandemic levels, with full-time employment making up the bulk City's mayor says 83 per cent of jobs in Barrie are full-time Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.08.2021
Canada wins Gold in women’s soccer in Tokyo It’s the team’s best-ever Olympic result, following bronze medals at London and Rio Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.08.2021
Suspect arrested, jewellery still missing after Orillia break-in The home, on Maple Drive, was broken into late on the morning of July 31 Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.08.2021
RVH Auxiliary announces winner of $89,210 community 50/50 draw Steve W. of Parry Sound, won the big jackpot Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.08.2021
Drunk driving charges laid after Bradford crash sends motorcyclist to hospital 23-year-old Barrie man charged Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.08.2021
Virgin Galactic says trips to space aboard its rocket plane will start at $450,000 per seat Commercial flights are not expected until the third quarter of 2022 Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.08.2021
Another home rental scam reported in Barrie Police say a home on Stephanie Lane is being unlawfully shown Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.08.2021
Nottawasaga OPP charge Magnetawan man with child pornography offences Electronic evidence was seized during a home search this week Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.08.2021
Father facing drunk driving charges after police in Springwater pull over vehicle with three kids inside All three were under the age of 8 Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.08.2021
Local health unit pushing for more to get the shot as we inch closer to our targets We can only move past Step Three once every health unit hits certain milestones Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.08.2021
It’s official, Masai Ujiri is staying with the Toronto Raptors Ujiri staying with Raptors as Vice Chairman and President Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.08.2021
Gravenhurst Launches New Scavenger Hunt to Increase Activity and to Discover Community A $100 prize is on the line Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.08.2021
Moratorium on booster shots needed to address global vaccine inequity Wealthier countries asked to delay boosters so developing world can increase vaccinations Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.08.2021
Barrie Resident Wins brand-new BMW from Kempenfelt Rotary Car Lottery and what a sweet ride it is! Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.08.2021
Barrie Police investigating arson that did $100,000 in damage to south end home BBQ knocked over, subsequent flames spread to deck, gazebo, and back of home Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.08.2021
New Path Youth and Family Services adding a south Barrie location to help meet increased counselling demand More staff being hired at new facility Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.08.2021
Some workers would take pay cut to avoid return to office Gen Xers the most likely to take pay/benefit cuts Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.08.2021
Captain’s Golf Tournament doubles impact for Georgian Bay General Hospital $609,000 raised by 44 golfers Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.08.2021
Former Wasaga Beach Mayor, councillor, and County Warden Cal Patterson has passed away Patterson served his community for nearly a quarter century Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.08.2021
Mattel honours Canadian frontline medical worker with one-of-a-kind Barbie doll The dolls are part of Mattel's Dream Gap Project Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.08.2021
Publishers Clearing House ‘win’ turns into loss for Barrie resident Big bucks paid out in hopes of collecting $3,000,000 Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.08.2021
Jaw-dropping remastered NASA photos celebrate Apollo 15’s 50th anniversary Historian Andy Saunders has sifted through 35,000 NASA images Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.08.2021
Bradford man charged with attempted murder Three others have also been charged Read More > Facebook Twitter 05.08.2021
Human remains found near Springwater cemetery determined to be “historical in nature” Dog discovered a human bone while playing on August 1 Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.08.2021
Two suspects sought following reports of assaults against “a number of people” in Barrie Three people assaulted by pair, according to investigators Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.08.2021
Canada’s healthcare system ranks 2nd worst among high-income countries The analysis focused on workforce, operations, and financial stability Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.08.2021
Recalled frozen mangos linked to Hepatitis A, vaccination appointments available via the SMDHU Anyone who has the recalled mango products should not eat them Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.08.2021
Province commits more money towards improved classroom ventilation, won’t mandate vaccines or rapid testing Ontario has surpassed 80 per cent of adults getting their first dose Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.08.2021
Barrie Film Fest, Burl’s Creek summer concert series among recipients of one-time boost in festival and event funding Queen's Park committing $43 million province-wide Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.08.2021
The Rotary Club of Innisfil is collecting empties for a cause money raised from these returns go back to programs for the betterment of the Innisfil community Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.08.2021
Children rarely have long-lasting COVID-19 symptoms: Lancet study Researchers say it's the first detailed study of COVID-19 illness in symptomatic school-aged children Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.08.2021
Bald tires contributed to Highway 404 crash No injuries reported following collision Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.08.2021
Canada’s De Grasse wins Gold in 200m event Canada's first Gold medal in the 200m since 1928 Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.08.2021
Florida governor insists state won’t shut down amid record-breaking COVID cases and hospitalizations "These interventions have failed time and time again throughout this pandemic" Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.08.2021
More graffiti discovered in Gull Lake Park, Gravenhurst Messages were similar to those left in park July 23 Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.08.2021
Biden calls on Cuomo to resign after attorney general’s report on sexual harassment Governor says he "never touched anyone inappropriately" or "made inappropriate sexual advances" Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.08.2021
Suspect charged in fail to remain collision with 14-year-old cyclist in Barrie Accused stopped briefly before leaving the scene Read More > Facebook Twitter 04.08.2021
Sexual assault charges laid against Wasaga Beach business owner OPP say victim was client of business Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.08.2021
Barrie had the lowest violent crime severity index across Canada, with a huge decline noted over the past decade Barrie was one of two communities to report zero homicides in 2020 Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.08.2021
Plane towed to shore by passerby following trouble near Giants Tomb Island in Georgian Bay nobody hurt in rough water landing Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.08.2021
Police dole out tickets to teen dirt bike rider in Innisfil Passenger on back who wasn't wearing a helmet fell off the bike Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.08.2021
Some back-to-school details released, more forthcoming, as province continues to make masks mandatory for students No details on what happens in case of an outbreak Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.08.2021
Wasaga Beach woman, charged with impaired, had five kids in van, say Durham Regional Police Police say van was being driven erratically and speeding Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.08.2021
Two large tanks drained at Superior Propane as fire investigation moves forward The fire is not considered suspicious Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.08.2021
Police charge five following Saturday morning firearm search in north-end Barrie Four adult males and one youth, all from Toronto, facing charges Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.08.2021
Georgian College requiring all students living in on-campus residences to prove they got the shot Students must have gotten their first dose by August 18, second by October 8 Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.08.2021
Astronomers spot light from behind a black hole for the first time — proving Einstein right, again "The reason we can see that is because that black hole is warping space, bending light and twisting magnetic fields around itself" Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.08.2021
County of Simcoe begins rollout of new garbage and recycling bins today Delivery of the new waste collection carts, three in all, begins today and will continue until the end of October Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.08.2021
Two more officers who responded to January 6 attack on U.S. Capitol have died by apparent suicide, bringing total to four Four other officers recounted their trauma from that day before a House select committee investigating the attack Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.08.2021
Barrie’s Summer Fun Trailer starts making the rounds of parks and community centres today Trailer full of free-to-borrow sporting equipment and a mobile skate park Read More > Facebook Twitter 03.08.2021
COVID outbreak shuts down Muskoka summer camp Positive case detected outside original cohort Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.08.2021
Canada’s women’s national soccer team defeats U.S. in Tokyo Olympics semi-final Canada scored a goal in the 74th minute following a penalty by the U.S. Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.08.2021
Walk-in COVID 19 vaccine clinics operating during long weekend in Simcoe Muskoka First and second doses being offered Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.08.2021
Ontario pharmacists warn thousands of Moderna doses are set to expire Pharmacists say part of the problem is the public's preference for the Pfizer jab Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.08.2021
Civic Holiday – What’s Open and Closed Lots more than usual open! Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.08.2021
Four people injured in crash in Huntsville-area Motorist charged with impaired driving Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.08.2021
Body recovered from Sparrow Lake in Gravenhurst Police had been searching for a missing canoeist since last Thursday Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.08.2021
Wheaties is looking for its next cereal box star at the Tokyo Olympics. Here’s the history behind the tradition. Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.08.2021
OPP Aviation Unit: Eyes in the sky The OPP operates two helicopters and two fixed wing airplanes Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.08.2021
1812 FC (Barrie) kicks off inaugural soccer season in Vaughan on Sunday Team will represent Barrie and Huronia Read More > Facebook Twitter 01.08.2021
Barrie resident finds gun in backyard believed used in incident from Saturday morning Police say five males will be facing a slew of criminal charges Read More > Facebook Twitter 31.07.2021
Investigation into Superior Propane fire expected to last several days Several businesses remain inaccessible Read More > Facebook Twitter 31.07.2021
Marshmallows, S’mores and camping to fundraise for youth in region experiencing homelessness Youth Haven provides services to youth in Barrie, Orillia and Simcoe County Read More > Facebook Twitter 31.07.2021
Barrie’s Terry Fox champ to mark 96th birthday at Open Air Dunlop on Saturday Dwyer has raised more than 1-million dollars for the Terry Fox Foundation Read More > Facebook Twitter 31.07.2021
Remediation crews on scene as investigation into fire at Superior Propane expected to last several days Some businesses in the safety zone remain inaccessible Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.07.2021
Masks, passive screening among the few regulations to remain in place beyond Step Three Queen's Park hasn't said when Step Three will end yet Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.07.2021
Queen’s Park to redevelop Ontario Place into all-season tourist destination No firm timeline on project, consultation expected to run until the fall Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.07.2021
New Russian lab’s thrusters briefly knock space station out of orientation The space station ended up tilted up about 45 degrees Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.07.2021
Alliston residents win big on Encore draw, $100,000 on one ticket, a million bucks on another "This win hasn't sunk in yet." Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.07.2021
Ontario reaches 80% mark for first COVID vaccinations; first of three steps to full reopening Moving forward will also require 75% to have had a second vaccine and 70% in each heath unit to be fully vaccinated Read More > Facebook Twitter 30.07.2021
MISSING: Cottager with property on Sparrow Lake Have you seen Ian Walker? Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.07.2021
Queen’s Park activates Disaster Recovery Assistance program to support tornado victims in Barrie Residents with no insurance, or insufficient insurance, must apply by November 26 Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.07.2021
Motorist facing street racing charge as a result of stepped up traffic enforcement in Wasaga Beach Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.07.2021
Fire at Clearview Township farm not considered suspicious, no injuries reported Appears a combine in use earlier in the day contributed to the blaze Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.07.2021
Power up for history and heritage, as Innisfil turns 200 commemorative landmarks highlighting rich and vibrant historical photos celebrating our Town’s past for all to enjoy Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.07.2021
Blue-green algae blooms affecting some shorelines around Georgian Bay Township The water should not be used for swimming or drinking Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.07.2021
Oro Medonte man collects more than $243,000 in Lotto Max cash Only plays the lottery occasionally Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.07.2021
CAA poll finds more than half of Ontarians admit to driving dangerously The survey also found few Ontario drivers aware of all the offences that constitute stunt driving Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.07.2021
Back-to-school plan coming next week – Ford COVID restrictions in Sydney, Australia extended another month Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.07.2021
Police say Essa Township burglar was found sleeping in a vehicle that didn’t belong to him Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.07.2021
Casino Rama primed to reopen to the public Thursday morning with a few COVID-related changes "The blackjack dealers are a little bit rusty." Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.07.2021
Ontario government commits over $300m towards cutting surgery and medical procedure wait times Many procedures and non-essential surgeries were cancelled during pandemic Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.07.2021
$1 turns into $100,000: Alliston couple celebrate $100,000 Encore win The pair matched the last six of seven ENCORE numbers in exact order Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.07.2021
Canadian EB Games locations will be rebranded into GameStop stores GameStop acquired EB Games for over $1 billion in 2005 Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.07.2021
Pleasure craft operator facing thousands in fines following September 2020 drowning on Lake Simcoe Transport Canada says craft was carrying paying customers without a license, certification, or safety requirements Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.07.2021
Border disruptions looming as thousands of CBSA workers vote to strike ahead of reopening Over 8,500 unionized Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) workers vote to strike Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.07.2021
Ontario to breakdown COVID cases in terms of vaccinated and unvaccinated people Ontario's top doc says the risk for COVID is 6.4 times higher for those who have not been vaccinated Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.07.2021
Clearview Township resident falls prey to ‘Grandparent Scam’ A woman was told her grandson had been arrested and cash would be required to secure his release Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.07.2021
New Public Art Installation to pay homage to Midland’s history Elements of the design represent the five fingers that built Midland (logging, shipping, railway, agriculture, and manufacturing) Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.07.2021
California and New York City will require government workers to get COVID vaccine or get tested weekly "An individual's choice not to get vaccinated is now impacting the rest of us in a profound and devastating and deadly way" Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.07.2021
Toronto swimmer Penny Oleksiak becomes Canada’s ‘Golden Girl’ after winning a Bronze Medal at the Tokyo Games Has become the most decorated summer Olympian in Canadian history Read More > Facebook Twitter 28.07.2021
Over a third of LGBTQ2 Canadians surveyed reported some form of violence over the past five years Survey part of federal government's plan to craft an LGBTQ2 Action Plan Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.07.2021
Rainbow flags going up all this week to celebrate Simcoe Pride No events planned for Simcoe Pride, due to changes with organization's board of directors Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.07.2021
New Williamson era with Colts set to kick off as club names him GM and head coach "It's kind of like a dream come true" Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.07.2021
Midland police investigating crash at local car wash that sent child to Toronto hospital with serious injuries No charges laid Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.07.2021
Muskoka’s emergency alert system to get a dry run this Thursday afternoon Service allows notification through app, text, email, or phone Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.07.2021
SMDHU planning for closure of mass COVID immunization clinics by late August Health unit says rapid vaccination is occurring Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.07.2021
Nearly half of Canadians surveyed doubt they can cover living expenses over the next year Insolvency trustee MNP Ltd. out with its consumer debt index Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.07.2021
Toronto’s Pearson Airport stops separating vaccinated and unvaccinated passengers Separation of travellers resulted in "minimal operational efficiencies." Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.07.2021
Queen’s Park asks Ottawa to address out-of-country concerns about mixed vaccines Ontario has written to Ottawa asking for help convincing the world a mixed regime of COVID vaccine can be considered a full vaccination. Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.07.2021
46-year-old gymnast Oksana Chusovitina gets standing ovation after competing in her eighth Olympic Games The Olympian has attended the games since the 1992 Summer Olympics in Barcelona Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.07.2021
Police break-up party of more than 1,500 people in Dufferin County Party organizer has been identified Read More > Facebook Twitter 27.07.2021
First responders pay tribute to firefighter Grant McCulloch for over 40 years of service Doctors gave McCulloch 12 days to live following cancer discovery Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.07.2021
Orillia Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital moves into next phase of Visiting Policy Most adult inpatients can now identify more than just one individual as an Essential Visitor Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.07.2021
Mary Simon officially becomes Canada’s 30th Governor General "Reconciliation is getting to know one another," Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.07.2021
Police hunting for suspects after downtown Barrie Pride Crosswalk vandalized Someone left tire marks all over crosswalk sometime between July 22 and 23 Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.07.2021
Barrie Fire & Emergency Service to provide dispatching service to City of Markham “The fact that the City of Markham chose BFES to deliver such a critical service to their residents is a testament to the outstanding skills and expertise of the BFES team." Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.07.2021
Police watchdog clears OPP following shootout near Haliburton that left one man dead Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.07.2021
RVH not requiring staff to get vaccinated as provincial liberal leader calls for mandatory program Premier not expected to impose mandatory program or proof of vaccine Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.07.2021
Apple AirPlay and Android Auto may lead to more distracted driving Apple CarPlay and Android Auto may be bigger driving distractions than pot or alcohol impairment. Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.07.2021
Canada’s busiest airports begin segregating unvaccinated & vaccinated passengers Travellers arriving from outside of Canada separated into two lines Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.07.2021
Police charge three following post-Euro Cup tussle outside Bradford eatery Trio reportedly tried to enter a restaurant without masks and with their own cooler Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.07.2021
Barrie Colts’ Clarke and Cardwell picked up at NHL Entry Draft Brandt Clarke burst into tears when he heard the Los Angeles Kings announce his name Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.07.2021
Wildfire smoke from forest fires could linger for much of the week in Barrie Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.07.2021
Barrie Police identify driver in ‘fail to remain’ that injured a teen cyclist A witness was able to take a picture of the vehicle's licence plate Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.07.2021
Swimmer Maggie Mac Neil wins Canada’s first Gold medal at the Tokyo Games It's her second medal at the games Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.07.2021
Domestic violence shelter in Barrie works to protect pets of individuals fleeing abuse Women and Children's Shelter has partnered with SafePet Ontario Read More > Facebook Twitter 26.07.2021
Off-duty York Regional Police Staff Sergeant killed in crash in Meaford Craig Heatley was a 31-year veteran of YRP Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.07.2021
Surviving locked-in syndrome: How one man confounded expectations of death Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.07.2021
Area residents score big in Lotto 6/49 Super Draw on Saturday Each Super Draw winner gets $10,000 Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.07.2021
Walk-in COVID vaccine clinics in Barrie, Innisfil and Orillia on Sunday First and second doses are being offered Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.07.2021
Canada makes a splash in the pool on day two of the Tokyo Olympics Canadian swimmers and divers win silver medals Read More > Facebook Twitter 25.07.2021
Tornado curiosity seekers asked to stay away: Barrie police Citizens impacted by the twister report people photographing damaged neighbourhoods Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.07.2021
OPP search warrant turns up numerous weapons at Orillia residence Cops seize two replica handguns and other items Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.07.2021
Need a jab? Several COVID-19 walk-in clinics in Simcoe Muskoka at the weekend Clinics in Barrie, Orillia, Bradford, Innisfil and Huntsville Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.07.2021
Barrie police seek driver that struck young cyclist Incident happened on Grove Street East Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.07.2021
A 99-year-old woman and a 2-year-old boy formed an unlikely friendship across their fence during the pandemic Read More > Facebook Twitter 24.07.2021
Barrie Police Chief pens open letter to mark a week following south-end tornado Chief expresses admiration for our community Read More > Facebook Twitter 23.07.2021
