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The fraudster, the ruse, the probe, the victims, and the payback

The fraudster, the ruse, the probe, the victims, and the payback

'For me, I didn’t expect this type of thing to happen in Canada. It’s a developed country,' says Nigerian investor
Environmental, Indigenous groups join climate case, court rules

Environmental, Indigenous groups join climate case, court rules

Seven young people, backed by Ecojustice, argue Premier Doug Ford’s weakened climate targets breach constitutional right to life, liberty and security
Six Barrie Bombers lacrosse players selected to Team Ontario

Six Barrie Bombers lacrosse players selected to Team Ontario

Sebastian Danelon, Carter Reynolds, Ryley Black, Willow Davidson, Morgan Lowe, and Jorja Whalen will play in series of national and international tournaments later this year
MP plans to catch up with constituents on Canada Day

MP plans to catch up with constituents on Canada Day

'Canada is a nation woven together by 155 years of distinct regions, ideals, races, faiths, and political beliefs that should be celebrated,' says Brassard
LETTER: Why do grocery stores penalize seniors, single people?

LETTER: Why do grocery stores penalize seniors, single people?

'Giving the exorbitant profits that the grocery businesses are making, I find this the face of greed,' says letter writer
Innisfil seniors enjoy free sweet, cool treats

Innisfil seniors enjoy free sweet, cool treats

The Innisfil chapter of the Senior Wish Association paid a visit to Lakeside Retirement home residents last week to hand out ice cream
Good morning, Barrie!

Good morning, Barrie!

Here's a look at the current local weather and gas prices
Rally for reproductive rights held downtown (6 photos)

Rally for reproductive rights held downtown (6 photos)

Crowd gathered Thursday night at Meridian Place
Year after Pita Pit fire, what happens next at downtown site?

Year after Pita Pit fire, what happens next at downtown site?

Eatery has remained boarded up for the past year following Canada Day 2021 blaze, while development happens elsewhere along Dunlop
Heart Barrie sign ready for its closeup

Heart Barrie sign ready for its closeup

City finished installing sign Thursday in Heritage Park