Skip to content

Local News

YMCA to celebrate, 'shine a light' on local accomplishments

YMCA to celebrate, 'shine a light' on local accomplishments

Annual Celebration taking place May 6 at Barrie Country Club will include recognition of volunteers as well as program highlights
Read more >
GUEST COLUMN: River habitat restoration benefits more than fish

GUEST COLUMN: River habitat restoration benefits more than fish

Efforts also help reduce effects of flooding and erosion, says Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority official
Read more >
'Amazing' tale: Police retrieve family's snatched dog

'Amazing' tale: Police retrieve family's snatched dog

Officers reported Thursday evening they had found Jax, a 10-year-old pug-mix, who had been 'dognapped' a day prior
Read more >
'Shocking': Number of speed-camera tickets exceeds expectations

'Shocking': Number of speed-camera tickets exceeds expectations

Barrie council debates whether more people should be hired to due to volume of tickets being handed out
Read more >
Good morning, Barrie!

Good morning, Barrie!

Here's a look at the current local weather and gas prices
Read more >
INSIDE THE VILLAGE: In detention with teacher-turned-comedian Gerry Dee

INSIDE THE VILLAGE: In detention with teacher-turned-comedian Gerry Dee

This week on the podcast: A chat with the country's funniest teacher, who is best known to audiences for his signature role on the hit sitcom 'Mr. D' and his hosting duties on Family Feud Canada
Read more >
Daisy duck returns to Barrie library's rooftop garden to nest

Daisy duck returns to Barrie library's rooftop garden to nest

'It’s a nice shade with the shed, so she looks happy. We haven’t seen her male friend, but usually he is around,' says library CEO
Read more >
Residents call on police to tackle drugs, panhandling in Coldwater

Residents call on police to tackle drugs, panhandling in Coldwater

'It's coming to the point that you're not comfortable walking at night in your own community,' lamented Coldwater resident at Orillia OPP forum
Read more >
Stevenson Memorial Hospital president retiring after 10-year run

Stevenson Memorial Hospital president retiring after 10-year run

'It has been an absolute privilege to have served as president and CEO at SMH for over 10 years,' says Jody Levac
Read more >
Long Island Medium returning to Casino Rama this summer

Long Island Medium returning to Casino Rama this summer

Theresa Caputo Live: The Experience happening June 14
Read more >