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McCann pushes for lifetime committee ban against Meier over Facebook post

McCann pushes for lifetime committee ban against Meier over Facebook post

Councillors opt to suspend Meier from city committees pending further discussion by council
Soon you'll be able to catch a few free wifi bars at waterfront, downtown

Soon you'll be able to catch a few free wifi bars at waterfront, downtown

Coverage area includes waterfront and walking trails from Southshore Centre to Heritage Park, including Meridian Place, as well as Dunlop Street from Mulcaster to Toronto streets
Boil-water advisory issued for Cookstown

Boil-water advisory issued for Cookstown

The advisory remains in effect until further notice and will be lifted once the safety of the water has been confirmed by laboratory tests
Syrian family 'turns new page' with life in Collingwood

Syrian family 'turns new page' with life in Collingwood

Seven years after fleeing war, poverty, and danger in Syria, the Alshekho family have found a home – and family – in Collingwood.
Good morning, Barrie!

Good morning, Barrie!

Mix of sun and cloud with a chance of showers today
BMC renaming sent back to city staff for review

BMC renaming sent back to city staff for review

Proposal to change the name to CampMart Centre for $1.65 million over 10 years was recommended by city staff, but nothing has been finalized
Hate doesn't belong in our community, says York Pride director following attack

Hate doesn't belong in our community, says York Pride director following attack

York Regional Police have arrested a man and hate crime officers are investigating the incident that took place in a McDonald's parking lot Sunday afternoon
Under the Boo... Bingo! (5 photos)

Under the Boo... Bingo! (5 photos)

Residents enjoy the opportunity to dress up, and win prizes.
'Interest keeps growing' for Collingwood TEDx event

'Interest keeps growing' for Collingwood TEDx event

On Oct. 17, the annual TEDxCollingwood event drew a sold-out crowd to the Gayety Theatre for a series of 18-minute talks on a diverse range of topics
Grizzlies put bow on cross-country season at provincial championship

Grizzlies put bow on cross-country season at provincial championship

Barrie native Michael MacInnes was Georgian's top runner, finishing in 25th place individually as he completed the 8-km course in 28:13