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Winner of Barrie business competition to launch women’s PPE line

After claiming victory at Barrie's biggest business pitching competition, a business owner is moving forward with plans to manufacture personal protective equipment designed for...

Simcoe County approves 25% budget increase

Simcoe County’s budget is increasing by 25 per cent in 2025. On Monday, county councillors voted in favour of a $962 million operating and capital...

Lakehead vice-chancellor briefs council on STEM campus coming to Barrie

A university campus is being built on the site of the transit terminal at 24 Maple Ave. Last week, Mayor Alex Nuttall Lakehead University announced...

Mayor issues proclamation celebrating retiring city employee

Mayor Alex Nuttall is invoking his strong mayor powers to issue a proclamation celebrating the career achievements of Barrie's general manager of community and...

Council testing whether winter patios will help make Barrie merry

A downtown bar is receiving permission to operate an outdoor patio throughout the winter months. On Wednesday, councillors voted to provide the Flying Monkeys Craft...

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Construction to begin soon on 26-storey downtown rental development

More height is coming to Barrie’s downtown. Construction is expected...

Federal government showcases nearly $30B homelessness plan during Barrie visit

Barrie is getting a closer look from Ottawa. Federal and...

Former Orillia mayor Don McIsaac appointed Simcoe County chair

Former Orillia mayor Don McIsaac has been appointed chair...

Ottawa Police Blotter – November 11

Good Morning Ottawa, The Ottawa Police Service (OPS) has...