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Originally from Oshawa and raised in Barrie and Innisfil, Stephen J. Donkers began his career in Ontario’s film and television industry as an assistant director before pivoting to journalism and corporate communications through studies at Humber Polytechnic. With experience in digital marketing and communications, he brings a sharp storytelling lens to every role. Stephen currently works in marketing while reporting for Compass News in Barrie, covering impactful community stories in the city he proudly calls home. He lives in Barrie with his family and two pets.

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Progress made on encampments since Barrie declared state of emergency

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The homeless encampment along Mulcaster Street in front of the local courthouse and the Busby Centre in downtown Barrie has been dismantled following Mayor...

Progress made on encampments since Barrie declared state of emergency

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The homeless encampment along Mulcaster Street in front of the local courthouse and the Busby Centre in downtown Barrie has been dismantled following Mayor...

Lease secured for Barrie’s newest library branch

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The next step in expanding library services in Barrie is taking shape, with a lease secured for a new northwest branch. Deputy Mayor Robert Thomson...

Mayor Nuttall declares a state of emergency to address encampments

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Barrie Mayor Alex Nuttall has declared a state of emergency to address the city’s growing homelessness encampments, citing escalating health, safety and environmental risks...

Barrie to expand water monitoring program after high E. coli levels found in Dyments Creek

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Recent water testing along Dyments Creek in Barrie has found high levels of E. coli, prompting the city to expand its water monitoring program. According...
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