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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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Barrie church initiative brings transitional housing project to community

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Mapleview Community Church is stepping up by launching a transitional housing project aimed at supporting Barrie residents experiencing homelessness and housing uncertainty. The project will...

Developer asks province to move Springwater lands into Barrie

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A dispute over a proposed development north of Barrie has escalated, with a developer now asking the province to shift the lands into Barrie’s...

Homebuyers may gain edge in Barrie market this fall, say local realtors

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Potential homebuyers in Barrie may find this fall an ideal time to enter the market, as local realtors say conditions are tilting in their...

Annual Barrie Dragon Boat Festival makes waves for local charities

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Community spirit was front and centre at the 21st annual Barrie Dragon Boat Festival at Heritage Park, where paddlers took to Kempenfelt Bay to...

Mayor Nuttall vows a new approach to homeless encampments following homicide incidents

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Barrie Mayor Alex Nuttall says the city will take a new approach to dealing with homeless encampments following the recent double homicide of two...
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