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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 residents weigh in on future of Bayfield Street redevelopment

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Barrie residents shared their views on the future of Bayfield Street as the city moves forward with a long-term plan to redevelop the corridor...

Homelessness reduction project launches in Barrie

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A new 40-unit bridge housing project aimed at reducing unsheltered homelessness has launched on Tiffin Street in Barrie. The Bridge to Stability project is a...

Council clears path for 36-storey tower in Barrie’s downtown

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Barrie’s skyline could be set to grow significantly. On Feb. 4, city council approved a rezoning application that clears the way for a 36-storey mixed-use...

Lakehead University plans second STEM Hub in downtown Barrie

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For Lakehead University, two are better than one. The university and the City of Barrie announced a second STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) Hub...

Barrie-area MPPs highlight first-time delegates at Ontario PC convention

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Barrie-area Progressive Conservative MPPs are highlighting the participation of local party members who attended their provincial convention earlier this year.  Doug Downey, MPP for Barrie–Springwater–Oro-Medonte,...
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Barrie’s unemployment rate ticks up slightly

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Barrie’s unemployment rate edged up from 8.3 per cent...

No public response to major north Barrie development plans

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Silence greeted a public meeting on two major development...

Barrie looks to balance growth and heritage in Allandale community

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A new bylaw in Barrie could reshape how development...

O-Train service on Line 1 fully restored

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O-Train service on Line 1 has been fully restored. The...
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