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New library branch being considered for Letitia Heights area

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The Barrie Public Library is considering the northwest community of Letitia Heights as a potential location for a new library branch. Lauren Jessop, CEO of...

Local realtors cautiously optimistic about Barrie’s 2025 real estate market

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Approaching the Barrie real estate market with cautious optimism is the best strategy this year, according to local realtor Wes Ayranto. Ayranto, an experienced realtor...

Barrie boundary expansion talks continue

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Talks between the City of Barrie and the Townships of Oro-Medonte and Springwater will continue regarding Barrie’s boundary expansion plans. On Dec. 11, 2024, Hemson Consulting...

Local resident decides ‘it was time’ to be his own boss

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Barrie resident Eric Eastman kicked off 2025 with a major milestone by launching his first business, Eastman Car Audio & Accessories. The grand opening, held on...
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Georgian College remains open despite province-wide strike by support staff

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Support staff at Ontario publicly-funded colleges went on strike...

Ottawa Council grapples with public transport affordability and cap on city FTE employees in 2026 budget direction debate

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In the first city council meeting of September, Ottawa...

Ford government increasing land ambulance funding for Ottawa

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The Ford government is increasing land ambulance funding for...

Suspect arrested in Ottawa after Montreal concertgoers report needle pricks, dizziness

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Montreal police say a 33-year-old man was arrested last...
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