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Time has come to talk about Downtown Barrie BIA's future, says McCann

Time has come to talk about Downtown Barrie BIA's future, says McCann

In the past two years, several people have resigned, including the chair on Monday following 'derogatory' comments, and there has also been in-fighting on the board over ethics and procedures
14 Barrie residents among 66 new COVID cases in region today

14 Barrie residents among 66 new COVID cases in region today

Health unit has also confirmed 3,088 variant cases to date in Simcoe-Muskoka, 955 of which are still active
Barrie woman wins $42K through RVH community draw

Barrie woman wins $42K through RVH community draw

Next grand prize draw is scheduled for May 20
Councillor asks: Is integrity commissioner's office being 'hijacked'?

Councillor asks: Is integrity commissioner's office being 'hijacked'?

Coun. Sergio Morales says he sees a 'pattern of gotcha moments' that aren't about accountability, but 'people they disagree with politically'
COLUMN: Never forget the 'bouquet of humanity' who tried to help George Floyd

COLUMN: Never forget the 'bouquet of humanity' who tried to help George Floyd

Heroes come in all shapes and sizes, ages and genders, Wendy writes In this week's 'Everything King'
Barrie police say texts show key signs of growing rental scam

Barrie police say texts show key signs of growing rental scam

'The person who created this scam has pictures and a very good walk-through video, which makes the whole thing look very real,' says police official
Adopt Me: Hedwig the Cockatiel (adopted)

Adopt Me: Hedwig the Cockatiel (adopted)

He knows a few tricks and enjoys listening to music
City’s 2020 investment income exceeds projections

City’s 2020 investment income exceeds projections

Barrie earned $4.25 million on its investment, representing total return of 2.3% in 2020
Ontario reports 3,265 new COVID cases Tuesday

Ontario reports 3,265 new COVID cases Tuesday

The province has also reported 3,908 recoveries, 29 deaths, and 171 new hospitalizations in today's update
Wanted federal offender known to frequent Barrie area

Wanted federal offender known to frequent Barrie area

Public's assistance sought to track down man wanted on Canada-wide warrant for manslaughter and firearms-related offences