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'Shocking and horrible tragedy': Six young people die in crash

'Shocking and horrible tragedy': Six young people die in crash

'As a parent myself this is the worst nightmare. The six families in our city who are devastated this morning need all of our compassion and support, Barrie,' says mayor
BREAKING: Six missing people believed to be victims of fatal crash

BREAKING: Six missing people believed to be victims of fatal crash

Single-vehicle crash located around 2 a.m., Sunday, in the area of McKay Road and County Road 27
OPP investigating homicide in Alliston after woman shot

OPP investigating homicide in Alliston after woman shot

Police called to Kidd Crescent scene shortly before 6:30 a.m., Friday; Victim identified as 38-year-old woman, but no name released
Witnesses sought following reports of gunshots in Bradford

Witnesses sought following reports of gunshots in Bradford

At this time, there are no known victims, but investigation is ongoing
Another 'unsanctioned car rally' may be roaring into Wasaga

Another 'unsanctioned car rally' may be roaring into Wasaga

During similar rally one year ago, police received 400 calls in one weekend, and towed 70 vehicles for offences including stunt driving, unfit vehicles, and impaired driving
OPP urges safe driving amid spike in fatal collisions

OPP urges safe driving amid spike in fatal collisions

Number of fatal crashes in Central Region has nearly doubled compared to this time last year
OPP stop 7 vehicles, lay 14 charges in Springwater overnight

OPP stop 7 vehicles, lay 14 charges in Springwater overnight

Police stopped drivers on Highway 26, County Road 92 and George Johnston Road; Five of them were aged 17 and 18 with G2 licences
Barrie police warn of scam targeting Alectra customers

Barrie police warn of scam targeting Alectra customers

Fraudsters threaten to cut off hydro if payment isn't made, police say
Motorcyclist suffers serious injuries in crash with Studebaker

Motorcyclist suffers serious injuries in crash with Studebaker

Collision occurred Tuesday afternoon at Highway 12 and Park Street in Victoria Harbour
Morning rollover slowed traffic on Hwy. 400 (4 photos)

Morning rollover slowed traffic on Hwy. 400 (4 photos)

Cause of the crash remains under investigation