Stephen J. Donkers

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Mayor Nuttall open to province playing a more active role in boundary expansion talks

As Barrie continues ongoing boundary expansion talks with Oro-Medonte and Springwater, Mayor Alex Nuttall said he's open to more provincial involvement.  The Ontario government joined...

Despite delays, downtown Barrie seniors residence set for 2027 opening

Progress has been slow on a major seniors housing development in downtown Barrie, but the project is set for a summer 2027 opening.  The Residences...

Skyline to fund 150-foot Canada flag in Barrie

A prominent symbol of national pride is set to rise in Barrie for Canada Day, thanks to financial support from a prominent developer.  Skyline, a...

Ford tours ice storm damage in Barrie’s Sunnidale Park

Ontario Premier Doug Ford visited Sunnidale Park on Friday to survey the aftermath of a powerful ice storm that knocked out power to thousands...

Change is what Shipley is hearing from voters

Doug Shipley, the federal Conservative candidate for Barrie–Springwater–Oro-Medonte, said one message stands out from residents: they want a change in government. First elected as MP...

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Large Canada flag unveiled and flying high in Barrie

Oh, Canada! Just in time for Canada Day, the...

Ottawa student returns home after being detained in Egypt

Last week, a group of Canadian citizens were in Cairo for a symbolic “March to Gaza” in protest of the ongoing Israel-Hamas war. Ottawa resident Afnan Kaid was among them, joining friends for what she said was a non-violent, symbolic gesture of support for Palestine.

Ottawa Tourism expecting ‘special’ unity, national pride for Canada Day

With the heat of the summer now descending on Ottawa and Canada Day less than a week away, Ottawa Tourism said it’s gearing up for a “special” national holiday as the country comes together.

City council votes to explore new landfill or incineration facility

City council has approved next steps in exploring long-term waste management solutions in Ottawa that could include using private landfills, building a new landfill site and creating a waste-to-energy incineration facility.
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