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Colts hold one-game lead in second round series against Kingston

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The Barrie Colts are two games away from punching their ticket to the OHL’s eastern conference final.

Ottawa to host PWHL draft on June 24

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The Professional Women’s Hockey League (PWHL) has announced that its 2025 draft will be held in the nation’s capital on June 24.

Barrie seeks funding for key infrastructure to boost housing and jobs: Mayor Alex Nuttall

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As federal and provincial governments prepare new rounds of infrastructure funding, Barrie is putting forward a list of priorities focused on unlocking housing supply, attracting jobs, and enriching community life — starting with critical upgrades to the city's wastewater systems.

Despite delays, downtown Barrie seniors residence set for 2027 opening

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Progress has been slow on a major seniors housing...

Staff report warns of legal issues if council proceeds with controversial bubble by-law

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City staff are warning that implementing a bubble by-law could raise legal issues for the City of Ottawa and requires further research before councillors consider taking action.
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Barrie seeks funding for key infrastructure to boost housing and jobs: Mayor Alex Nuttall

As federal and provincial governments prepare new rounds of infrastructure funding, Barrie is putting forward a list of priorities focused on unlocking housing supply, attracting jobs, and enriching community life — starting with critical upgrades to the city's wastewater systems.
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Barrie Colts score 15-year deal to stay at the Sadlon Arena

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The Barrie Colts will continue to call the Sadlon...

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

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As Barrie continues ongoing boundary expansion talks with Oro-Medonte...

Naqvi releases healthcare platform, pitches seniors’ healthcare hub for Ottawa Centre

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Yasir Naqvi has released a plan for supporting public healthcare in Ottawa and beyond as he seeks re-election as MP for Ottawa Centre. 

Sens Mile, Senators flag returns to Ottawa ahead of playoffs

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The Ottawa Senators flag has been raised and Sens Mile street signs installed downtown as the city prepares to cheer on its home team in the Stanley Cup playoffs for the first time since 2017.
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Barrie Colts score 15-year deal to stay at the Sadlon Arena

The Barrie Colts will continue to call the Sadlon Arena home, thanks to a newly signed 15-year lease agreement with the City of Barrie. The long-term...
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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...
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Naqvi releases healthcare platform, pitches seniors’ healthcare hub for Ottawa Centre

Yasir Naqvi has released a plan for supporting public healthcare in Ottawa and beyond as he seeks re-election as MP for Ottawa Centre. 
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Sens Mile, Senators flag returns to Ottawa ahead of playoffs

The Ottawa Senators flag has been raised and Sens Mile street signs installed downtown as the city prepares to cheer on its home team in the Stanley Cup playoffs for the first time since 2017.
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Colts hold one-game lead in second round series against Kingston

The Barrie Colts are two games away from punching their ticket to the OHL’s eastern conference final.
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