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Gun scare sends Midland high school into lockdown

Gun scare sends Midland high school into lockdown

Police say student was carrying water gun that resembled handgun and was arrested
BarrieToday delivers a Random Act of Kindness surprise to a resilient community member

BarrieToday delivers a Random Act of Kindness surprise to a resilient community member

Despite the number of hardships faced over the years, Melissa continues to put others first, persevering with determination and strength
County moving forward with homelessness prevention strategy

County moving forward with homelessness prevention strategy

Ten-point strategy receives initial approval from committee of the whole, which includes continued collaboration with City of Barrie
<b>EVERYTHING KING:</b> Remember old slogans? Marketing matters

EVERYTHING KING: Remember old slogans? Marketing matters

In this week's column, Wendy wonders how people are impacted by product pitches ... from memorable jingles to the right (or wrong) spokesperson
Vehicle's tire slashed in south-end Barrie parking lot

Vehicle's tire slashed in south-end Barrie parking lot

Incident happened sometime Saturday at Yonge Street parking lot after victim went to Toronto by train
Second life: City's Curbside Giveaway Day happening this weekend

Second life: City's Curbside Giveaway Day happening this weekend

Barrie initiative will help keep items out of landfill and is also a way for people to find free treasures around the neighbourhood
Hot, dry conditions lead to burning ban in Springwater

Hot, dry conditions lead to burning ban in Springwater

Township says anybody caught in contravention of the ban will face minimum $700 fine
Country star, comedians take over Casino Rama later this year

Country star, comedians take over Casino Rama later this year

Among the incoming acts are country singer Kip Moore as well as comedians Larry the Cable Guy, Dane Cook and Nikki Glaser
Barrie man faces sex-trafficking charges

Barrie man faces sex-trafficking charges

OPP say international female student allegedly exploited in the sex trade through online ad by company called 'Scarlet Room Agency'
Smile Cookie campaign raises $15K for Innisfil, Essa libraries

Smile Cookie campaign raises $15K for Innisfil, Essa libraries

'A big shout out to everyone who purchased a Smile cookie for their contributions to improving our community,' says Innisfil library CEO