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Murder in Bradford (Updated: Name of man charged)

Murder in Bradford (Updated: Name of man charged)

Husband charged with first-degree murder in death of his 51-year-old wife.
Report of swerving vehicle leads to impaired driving charge

Report of swerving vehicle leads to impaired driving charge

On Saturday November 21, 2015, at 7:33 p.m. Barrie Police received a call from a concerned citizen about a possible impaired driver on Ardagh Road.
Put a smile on a child's face this Christmas

Put a smile on a child's face this Christmas

It's time to donate to the annual Simcoe County Paramedic Services Toy Drive
Santa Parade and Tree Lighting attract thousands

Santa Parade and Tree Lighting attract thousands

Young and old enjoyed dozens of colourful floats, marching bands and finally the star of the season, Santa. The 40th annual tree lighting was punctuated with a spectacular fireworks display.
Heavy flurries in our forecast today

Heavy flurries in our forecast today

Environment Canada issues Special Weather Statement
County of Simcoe supporting groups interested in sponsoring Syrian refugees

County of Simcoe supporting groups interested in sponsoring Syrian refugees

A fact sheet is available at simcoe.ca, to assist groups interested in supporting Syrian refugees.
Snowfall warning for Barrie

Snowfall warning for Barrie

About 15 cm of the white stuff expected
What's the secret to a long and happy marriage?

What's the secret to a long and happy marriage?

Barrie couple Joan and George Ray have the answer
Barrie-Springwater-Oro-Medonte MP named to Conservative shadow cabinet

Barrie-Springwater-Oro-Medonte MP named to Conservative shadow cabinet

Alex Nuttall, MP for Barrie-Springwater-Oro-Medonte, was named Official Opposition Critic for Federal Development for Southern Ontario. The appointment was announced today by Hon. Rona Ambrose, Leader of the Official Opposition and Interim Leader of the Conservative Party.
Utilities merger goes ahead as Markham signs off

Utilities merger goes ahead as Markham signs off

Regulatory approval comes next