Stephen J. Donkers

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Community history restored as Barrie man returns missing Essa Township antique church bell

Call it a ringing return. On Dec. 10, Barrie business owner and resident Eric Eastman presented Essa Township council with an antique church bell that...

Jewish community gathers as new menorah is unveiled at Barrie city hall

More than 100 members of Barrie’s Jewish community gathered at city hall on Dec. 15 for the lighting of a new 12-foot menorah marking...

New planning permit system aims to fast-track homes in key Barrie neighbourhoods

The City of Barrie is introducing a new planning system it says will speed up housing approvals in key neighbourhoods. City officials have launched...

Province signs off: Barrie boundary adjustment now official

It’s official — Barrie is set to grow, with the Ontario government approving a major expansion of the city’s northern boundaries. On Tuesday, Dec. 9,...

Barrie Public Library spending increases

Call it a budget bookmark: the Barrie Public Library is turning the page with a 2.9-per-cent increase in its 2026 spending plan. Barrie Public Library...

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Barrie Police taking part in Polar Plunge

The Barrie Police is preparing to take the plunge. The...

McKay Road East closure extended through 2026

Major road construction on McKay Road East will keep...

Barrie annexation open house brings out new residents

They came, they saw and they asked questions. The City...

This Week in Barrie: Week of January 19

Barrie Winterfest returns February 7 & 8! Celebrate one...
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