Skip to content

Local News

OPP marine unit lays charges, assists in rescue operations on Georgian Bay

OPP marine unit lays charges, assists in rescue operations on Georgian Bay

Southern Georgian Bay OPP helped with rescue of nine people after vessel sank in Papoose Bay
Read more >
LETTERS: Leave the fossils alone at Craigleith

LETTERS: Leave the fossils alone at Craigleith

Readers concerned recent column by BarrieToday reporter Kevin Lamb sends the wrong message
Read more >
COLUMN: First exposure to dragon boating stays upright, mostly dry

COLUMN: First exposure to dragon boating stays upright, mostly dry

BarrieToday reporter Nikki Cole admits she's not what you would typically call a 'joiner' of group fun, but she gave it a shot and had a few laughs
Read more >
Good morning, Barrie!

Good morning, Barrie!

Here's a look at the current local weather and gas prices
Read more >
Into the deep: Big or small, Barrie aquarium has something for everyone

Into the deep: Big or small, Barrie aquarium has something for everyone

'Often when people come in, they want something simple,' says Big Al's Aquarium store manager
Read more >
Springwater Fire Department grills up BBQ Safety Contest

Springwater Fire Department grills up BBQ Safety Contest

'Safety is our top priority, and we want everyone to enjoy their outdoor cooking experiences without incident,' says fire official; winner will receive new barbecue
Read more >
Owen Sound Emancipation Festival returns Aug. 1

Owen Sound Emancipation Festival returns Aug. 1

Emancipation Day festival began 162 years ago, and remains longest-running event of its kind in North America
Read more >
Barrie chamber welcomes new board, executive members

Barrie chamber welcomes new board, executive members

Newly elected president Salim Bardai says group brings 'diverse range of skills and perspectives to the chamber'
Read more >
'I love the gig': 54•40 guitarist excited to play storied Bala venue

'I love the gig': 54•40 guitarist excited to play storied Bala venue

'I have to pinch myself to remind myself of how lucky I got,' lead guitarist Dave Genn says ahead of Saturday's gig in Muskoka
Read more >
Swim advisory lifted at Minet's Point after nearby sewage spill

Swim advisory lifted at Minet's Point after nearby sewage spill

City says results from samples taken Tuesday 'are within the acceptable range for recreational water use'
Read more >