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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 and Innisfil receive provincial funding for ice storm recovery

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Barrie and Innisfil are receiving funding from the Ontario government to help cover costs related to cleanup and emergency response following the severe ice...

Barrie’s unemployment rate ticks up slightly

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Barrie’s unemployment rate edged up from 8.3 per cent in January to 8.4 per cent in February, according to Statistics Canada. The increase leaves Barrie...

No public response to major north Barrie development plans

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Silence greeted a public meeting on two major development proposals in Barrie’s north end.  No residents attended — either in person or online — the...

Barrie looks to balance growth and heritage in Allandale community

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A new bylaw in Barrie could reshape how development unfolds in the city’s historic Allandale  neighbourhood while aiming to preserve its long-established character.  City planners...

City moves to allow more development near RVH

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Barrie is advancing a rezoning plan for lands surrounding Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre.  Directed by Mayor Alex Nuttall, the initiative is intended to give...
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