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Man found sleeping on bus platform. Numerous charges follow

Man found sleeping on bus platform. Numerous charges follow

Investigation revealed the male had been a suspect in several thefts
Everything King: To self checkout or not to self checkout?

Everything King: To self checkout or not to self checkout?

'I feel like it is just another way to put someone out of a job'
Barrie councillors defend democracy as byelection passes initial vote

Barrie councillors defend democracy as byelection passes initial vote

There’ll be a fall byelection for the Ward 6 seat vacated by long-time councillor Michael Prowse
MakerFest quickly approaching

MakerFest quickly approaching

'Being able to offer an event like this provides a platform for the local Maker community to connect with each other and share their creations with the rest of the community'
Mayor questions concerns about affordable housing proposal (3 photos)

Mayor questions concerns about affordable housing proposal (3 photos)

After closing two schools on the west edge of downtown in the past several years, the Simcoe County District School Board is raising concerns with a development that would add affordable rental units near Hillcrest Public School.
How hot was it? It was SO hot...

How hot was it? It was SO hot...

Angel the Rottweiler had her own water bottle
Borden will get more cash to help families live better, feds say

Borden will get more cash to help families live better, feds say

Although the financial investment will add fighter jets and warships, it also means an investment in bases like CFB Borden and in services that support the families who live there, such as the military family resource centre
'Stubborn' car fire on Tiffin Street

'Stubborn' car fire on Tiffin Street

Barrie Fire urging motorists to avoid the area (Update: Scene clear)
Good morning Barrie! Hot, humid and wet Tuesday

Good morning Barrie! Hot, humid and wet Tuesday

Heat warning has ended
Tim Hicks: Another reason to celebrate Canada Day

Tim Hicks: Another reason to celebrate Canada Day

The Canadian country star will perform in Wasaga Beach on July 1