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Province confronting affordability crisis head-on: A.G.

Ontario's cabinet ministers hear many stories about the challenges facing people in his Simcoe County riding, Attorney General Doug Downey has revealed to The...

Barrie and Simcoe County — better as friends?

It’s high time Barrie reconsiders its relationship with Simcoe County, according to a veteran city councillor. “Is it worthwhile continuing as is, expanding or...

Riepma eager to ‘move forward’ after reprimand from integrity commissioner

Barrie councillor Clare Riepma is eager to "move forward" after receiving a reprimand and being docked more than two-weeks' pay for violating the city's...

‘Dysfunctional’ Landlord and Tenant Board must be reformed, says Wasaga Beach deputy mayor

A Simcoe County politician is urging the province to reform the ‘dysfunctional’ Landlord Tenant Board or risk exacerbating Ontario’s housing crisis. “Private investors...

Council Roundup: White named chief of Barrie Fire, city receives top grade in homebuilding survey

Kevin White was appointed chief of the Barrie Fire and Emergency Service during last week's council meeting. “I am confident that our fire services are...

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Why the new transitional housing facility in a converted office building might be a ‘unicorn’

In one of the latest steps to address ongoing homelessness in the nation’s capital, the City of Ottawa has converted a vacant office building into a new transitional housing facility that will provide temporary housing for up to 140 people. However, while experts say the facility is necessary, it isn't likely to start a new trend in Ottawa.

Titans win five straight, as midseason playoff push continues

Ottawa’s professional baseball team has clawed its way back...

Downtown crackdown: Police close two magic mushroom shops

Barrie Police have closed two illegal psilocybin dispensaries operating...

Baycats look to return to win column

The Barrie Baycats are looking to get back to...
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