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Despite delays, downtown Barrie seniors residence set for 2027 opening

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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

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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

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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

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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...

Report supports Barrie’s role in servicing lands near RVH

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A recent servicing report from Pinestone Engineering Ltd. confirms that development beside Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre (RVH) can only be supported by Barrie’s...
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Why the new transitional housing facility in a converted office building might be a ‘unicorn’

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In one of the latest steps to address ongoing homelessness in the nation’s capital, the City of Ottawa has converted a vacant office building into a new transitional housing facility that will provide temporary housing for up to 140 people. However, while experts say the facility is necessary, it isn't likely to start a new trend in Ottawa.

Titans win five straight, as midseason playoff push continues

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Ottawa’s professional baseball team has clawed its way back...

Downtown crackdown: Police close two magic mushroom shops

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Barrie Police have closed two illegal psilocybin dispensaries operating...

Baycats look to return to win column

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The Barrie Baycats are looking to get back to...
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