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COLUMN: Gambling shouldn't be part of hockey games

COLUMN: Gambling shouldn't be part of hockey games

Why are they doing gambling commercials? They don’t need the money
Good morning, Barrie!

Good morning, Barrie!

Here's a look at the current local weather and gas prices
North Simcoe Victim Services seeking new volunteers

North Simcoe Victim Services seeking new volunteers

'It takes someone who is empathetic, non-judgmental, and good listening skills,' says official, who urges people to attend April 5 session
Talented Barrie native wins provincial ski-cross championship

Talented Barrie native wins provincial ski-cross championship

'Being the best in Ontario for U16 ski cross is a pretty big deal to me,' says Samuel Aitken
Dress for Success hosting pay equity breakfast April 13

Dress for Success hosting pay equity breakfast April 13

Money raised from event will go directly to Dress for Success organization and its programs for women in the Simcoe County area
New autism centre in south-end Barrie to serve as 'one-stop shop' of support for kids

New autism centre in south-end Barrie to serve as 'one-stop shop' of support for kids

'It’s something I’ve always wanted to do. ... I have just had a special place in my heart for these kids,' says Commerce Park Drive centre’s co-founder and clinical director
Barrie council will consider calling on feds for Lake Simcoe funding

Barrie council will consider calling on feds for Lake Simcoe funding

'Having Barrie, essentially the biggest municipality on the lake, add their name to that list was extremely important,' says Coun. Sergio Morales
PLAYING FIELD: Barrie minor hockey teammates could face off in OHL playoffs

PLAYING FIELD: Barrie minor hockey teammates could face off in OHL playoffs

Mitchell Weeks, Tyson Foerster, James Hardie, Mitchell Russell and Alec Belanger all graduates of Barrie's 'AAA' program
THEN AND NOW: Barrie's Queen's Park has history as community hub

THEN AND NOW: Barrie's Queen's Park has history as community hub

Archibald Thomson donated six acres of land, which would become Queen's Park, to town in 1867
LETTER: Short-term rentals 'bring nothing' to Oro-Medonte

LETTER: Short-term rentals 'bring nothing' to Oro-Medonte

Reader says short-term rental properties 'result in people leaving' or not moving to township