Barrie News

South Simcoe police chief the second Canadian cop to join U.S. policing Hall of Fame

He was nominated by the Canadian Society of Evidence Based Policing, which partners with South Simcoe police for research projects

Jul 16, 2019 7:30 PM Read more >

Sewing needle found in candy bar

Police trying to find out if the needle was put in the bar during or after manufacture

Jul 16, 2019 7:07 PM Read more >

Suspects sought after two Orillia businesses burglarized (3 photos)

Mr. Sub owner says he feels 'violated' by break-in, theft late Monday night

Jul 16, 2019 6:30 PM Read more >

City keeping an eye on rainbow crosswalk to determine next steps

'At the end of the day, it's brought focus to an issue that, as everyone has said, is very disturbing to see this happen in the community,' says police official

Jul 16, 2019 5:30 PM Read more >

Barrie woman charged following police pursuit in Bradford

Police say she failed to stop for police not once, but twice

Jul 16, 2019 5:05 PM Read more >

Racist graffiti sprayed on Alcona high school sign

Police were called to Nantyr Shores Secondary School shortly before noon today

Jul 16, 2019 5:03 PM Read more >

Swim advisory posted at Minet's Point beach due to high bacteria levels

More samples were to be taken today, with results expected to be announced on Wednesday

Jul 16, 2019 3:34 PM Read more >

Carrot Fest returns with another a-peeling lineup in Bradford

Main stage performances include Big Shiny ‘90s, Coming of Age, and Monkey Wrench

Jul 16, 2019 3:00 PM Read more >

Finding interesting ways to sugarcoat life lessons with Skittles

In this week's Everything King, Wendy has a few ideas for school curriculum

Jul 16, 2019 1:00 PM Read more >

New bus service from Orillia to Barrie will begin Aug. 6

Council inks fare arrangement so Orillia Transit riders get $1 reduction, allowing trips to Barrie for just $3; 'It's a win-win for Orillia-area transit users'

Jul 16, 2019 11:00 AM Read more >