Barrie News

Ontario extends emergency order to April 13

Closes all outdoor recreational amenities across province

Mar 30, 2020 10:23 PM Read more >

William Street making noise for RVH health-care workers

'My husband and I just moved to this house in October, so we're brand new to the neighbourhood, and we just feel like we hit the jackpot when it comes to community,' says William Street resident

Mar 30, 2020 8:30 PM Read more >

City CAO updates council on COVID-19 crisis during 'ever-changing landscape'

'Decisions that we made have always been grounded in the best science and information that is available, in concert with our partners with the health unit,' says Prowse

Mar 30, 2020 8:04 PM Read more >

City council holds its first electronic meeting

'During the course of the emergency, this will be our meeting format going forward,' says city clerk

Mar 30, 2020 6:53 PM Read more >

Leacock Gala cancelled, but coveted award still up for grabs

Judging of the 84 submitted books will continue and the winner will be announced June 5; Achievements will be celebrated at 2021 Gala

Mar 30, 2020 6:30 PM Read more >

Bradford woman sews over 100 masks for front-line workers <b>(4 photos)</b>

Bradford woman sews over 100 masks for front-line workers (4 photos)

Area businesswoman puts sewing skills to good use, making masks for front line workers

Mar 30, 2020 6:00 PM Read more >

‘Frankie Flowers’ getting back to his roots this spring <b>(8 photos)</b>

‘Frankie Flowers’ getting back to his roots this spring (8 photos)

Bradford's 'Frankie Flowers' shares some of his expert tips for growing your own food

Mar 30, 2020 5:30 PM Read more >

COVID-19 is deadly in nursing homes, staff and health unit working to keep virus out

'What disturbs me and concerns me is the likelihood of having a severe outcome, the likelihood of having deaths,' said Dr. Charles Gardner, medical officer of health for Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit

Mar 30, 2020 5:00 PM Read more >

County, health unit asking for donations of protective equipment, supplies

Any businesses or community members looking to donate items can email EmergencyManagement@smdhu.org

Mar 30, 2020 4:30 PM Read more >

'Don't be an idiot,' mayor tells people who removed caution tape from playground

'This is the week that we need to make a maximum effort,' says Lehman

Mar 30, 2020 4:22 PM Read more >