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Mayor Nuttall uses strong mayor powers to fast-track Sikh temple in South Barrie

Mayor Alex Nuttall has invoked his “strong mayor” powers to fast-track the rezoning of land in south Barrie, clearing the way for a new place...

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Mayor Nuttall unveils 2026 budget direction with a focus on Georgian College growth in downtown core

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At a lunch event at the Liberty North facility...

Ontario’s seniors and accessibility minister visits seniors event in Barrie

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Dozens of Barrie seniors were full of energy at...

Barrie’s 2026 budget focuses on collaboration and cost savings, supports Georgian College expansion

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Mayor Alex Nuttall delivered his 2026 budget directions this...

Barrie council approves new ward map ahead of 2026 election

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Barrie city council has approved a newly redrawn ward...

Baycats look to continue hot streak during road trip to Chatham-Kent

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It’s been an alliterative stretch for Barrie’s semi-professional baseball...
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Mayor Nuttall uses strong mayor powers to fast-track Sikh temple in South Barrie

Mayor Alex Nuttall has invoked his “strong mayor” powers...
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Barrie native scooped by Seattle in PWHL expansion draft

After two years of playing in the big apple,...

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Large Canada flag unveiled and flying high in Barrie

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Oh, Canada! Just in time for Canada Day, the...

Assault charge laid

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Barrie police say a man has been arrested and...

Mayor Nuttall unveils 2026 budget direction with a focus on Georgian College growth in downtown core

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At a lunch event at the Liberty North facility...

Ontario’s seniors and accessibility minister visits seniors event in Barrie

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Dozens of Barrie seniors were full of energy at...

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Baycats look to snap three-game skid

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The Barrie Baycats are hoping some time at home...

Baycats look to continue hot streak during road trip to Chatham-Kent

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It’s been an alliterative stretch for Barrie’s semi-professional baseball...

Barrie native scooped by Seattle in PWHL expansion draft

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After two years of playing in the big apple,...

Barrie Public Library CEO “thrilled” library branch will be part of new recreation complex

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Barrie Public Library CEO Lauren Jessop is welcoming the...

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