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Mayor tours progress on Lakehead STEM Hub in downtown Barrie

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Barrie is a step closer to establishing a permanent...

City unveils proposed plans for annex lands at open house public meeting

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City residents got a look at proposed plans for...

This Week in Barrie: Week of April 13

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OC Transpo predicts Line 1 capacity to be fully restored by end of May

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OC Transpo is planning a return to full service...

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This Week in Barrie: Week of April 13

  Barrie celebrates National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week The City of Barrie is celebrating National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week by recognizing the crucial role public safety...
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Simcoe County HART Hub nears first year as officials showcase program

Dignitaries gathered in Barrie to highlight the impact of...
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Registrations open for Barrie Dragon Boat Festival

Ready, set, paddle – the 22nd annual Barrie Dragon...
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Ottawa police blotter – April 15, 2026

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On April 8th, at approximately 2:45 A.M., emergency services...

City Council introduces motion to address Ottawa homelessness in 2027, pending results of the mayoral election

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At last week’s City Council meeting, Mayor Mark Sutcliffe...

67’s host Colts in pivotal Game 4 of second round series

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All eyes in the OHL's Eastern Conference will be...

Mayor’s Innovation Awards spotlight community leaders, businesses and organizations

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Ottawa police blotter – April 15, 2026

On April 8th, at approximately 2:45 A.M., emergency services responded to reports of a fire on the 100 block of Laurier Avenue West. While there...
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City Council introduces motion to address Ottawa homelessness in 2027, pending results of the mayoral election

At last week’s City Council meeting, Mayor Mark Sutcliffe...
Barrie

67’s host Colts in pivotal Game 4 of second round series

All eyes in the OHL's Eastern Conference will be...
Barrie

Mayor’s Innovation Awards spotlight community leaders, businesses and organizations

Innovative ideas and solutions were recognized at the 2025...
Barrie

Mayor tours progress on Lakehead STEM Hub in downtown Barrie

Barrie is a step closer to establishing a permanent...
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