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Section of Dunlop West closed until this afternoon for underground work

Section of Dunlop West closed until this afternoon for underground work

Closure tentatively expected to last until 2 p.m. as crews install gas infrastructure; Detours in place
Innisfil declares climate emergency: 'It’s not about taxing people; it’s about being innovative'

Innisfil declares climate emergency: 'It’s not about taxing people; it’s about being innovative'

Mayor admits she has been cynical in the past, but wanted to do more than 'just making the declaration'
LETTER: Reader says one person's freedom doesn't trump someone else's

LETTER: Reader says one person's freedom doesn't trump someone else's

'It is unconscionable to think that not getting a vaccine is your right when it’s just as much of my right not to be infected by your sense of freedom,' says Barrie resident
Crash, diesel spill shut down northbound lanes of Hwy. 400 (3 photos)

Crash, diesel spill shut down northbound lanes of Hwy. 400 (3 photos)

OPP is hoping to have some lanes reopened between 8 a.m. and 9 a.m.
'It’s going to be a beautiful experience for her': Horseshoe Valley dancer set for world stage

'It’s going to be a beautiful experience for her': Horseshoe Valley dancer set for world stage

Olivia Chapman selected to the national team for tap and ballet, and then also added jazz and contemporary
Good morning, Barrie!

Good morning, Barrie!

Here's a look at the current local weather and gas prices
Double shooting leads to 'potentially life-threatening' injuries: police (4 photos)

Double shooting leads to 'potentially life-threatening' injuries: police (4 photos)

Barrie police focused on two areas approximately 2.5 kilometres apart, but won't confirm whether they are linked
Developer's new plan for old Barrie Central site could put second phase in play (4 photos)

Developer's new plan for old Barrie Central site could put second phase in play (4 photos)

'The end of Dunlop Street has been kind of abandoned over the years and I think this will be a nice addition to it,' says nearby resident
Howard rink heading back to Brier after winning 18th Ontario Tankard

Howard rink heading back to Brier after winning 18th Ontario Tankard

Penetanguishene-based team defeated John Epping's rink for chance to wear Ontario's colours at next month's Canadian championship
'Apparent shooting' leads to heavy police presence around Bayfield, Grove

'Apparent shooting' leads to heavy police presence around Bayfield, Grove

Simcoe County paramedics say they transported two people to hospital; Police say victims suffered 'serious' injuries