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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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Georgian College adding five career-focused programs in 2027

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Georgian College is expanding its career training options with five new programs launching in 2027-28, including medical radiation technology, artificial intelligence and cybersecurity. The new...

Barrie mayoral candidates debate key city issues

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Affordability, homelessness, infrastructure spending and the future of Barrie’s downtown took centre stage as three mayoral candidates outlined their priorities during a debate at...

Nuttall campaigns on making resident-only parking at Centennial Beach

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Alex Nuttall is promising to make the Centennial Park parking lot resident-only during the summer months if re-elected to a second term as Barrie’s...

Candidates vie for newly redrawn Ward 3 council seat in Barrie

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Traffic safety, infrastructure, responsible growth and basic city services are among the issues being raised by candidates seeking to represent Barrie’s newly redrawn Ward...

Former Barrie mayor Janice Laking has died at 97

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Former Barrie mayor Janice Laking, a major figure in the city’s political history, has died at age 97. Laking served as Barrie’s mayor from 1988...
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This Week in Barrie: Week of November 2

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City commemorates Remembrance Day The City of Barrie and...

Ontario MP Giovanna Mingarelli debuts her family’s coat of arms

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An Ontario Liberal MP spent Saturday debuting her family's...

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