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'Potential for disaster': Stunt-driving charge laid in east end

'Potential for disaster': Stunt-driving charge laid in east end

City police say they clocked driver at 103 km/h in a 50 zone; 'Those are speeds we would see on a highway being travelled in a municipal setting,' says police official
Police issue warning about Facebook buy-and-sell group 'hoax'

Police issue warning about Facebook buy-and-sell group 'hoax'

South Simcoe police say post regarding child abduction attempt in Bradford is 'unfounded' and has been linked to a Facebook account that has made the same post in multiple American cities
Barrie MP offices 'inundated' with pleas for passport help

Barrie MP offices 'inundated' with pleas for passport help

Passport renewal 'has been an utter fiasco and is something the government should have seen coming and that they weren’t prepared for,' says Brassard
LETTER: 'Bubble gum' won't patch health-care worker shortage

LETTER: 'Bubble gum' won't patch health-care worker shortage

'We don’t need lip service. We do not need baffle-gab, double-think nor hot air. We need solutions,' says reader
MONAGUE: School board, students and elders create magic

MONAGUE: School board, students and elders create magic

Ground-breaking 'reach ahead' course bridges generations and cultures to help Indigenous students build teaching lodge at Springwater Provincial Park
Good morning, Barrie!

Good morning, Barrie!

Here's a look at the current local weather and gas prices
Metrolinx denies diesel spill came from nearby train station

Metrolinx denies diesel spill came from nearby train station

Metrolinx official says Allandale Waterfront GO station has special equipment to prevent, monitor and detect fuel spills; 'That equipment was inspected, tested and is working as intended'
Man killed in Ridge Road rollover (UPDATE: Victim ID'd)

Man killed in Ridge Road rollover (UPDATE: Victim ID'd)

The Oro-Medonte Township road remains closed as OPP reconstructionists are on the scene conducting an investigation, police say
Epidural catheter shortage would be real pain for area hospitals

Epidural catheter shortage would be real pain for area hospitals

'While we understand that expecting women are anxious that epidural pain relief during labour may not be available, we are pleased to report no disruptions at RVH currently,' says Barrie doctor
Friday Harbour fashion show supports local charity (30 photos)

Friday Harbour fashion show supports local charity (30 photos)

'Providing a platform for Canadian designers, models, retailers and brands to showcase their talent was truly a one-of-a-kind experience,' says resort CEO