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Barrie Fatburger marks first anniversary despite recent break-in

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A Barrie restaurant owner refused to let a difficult week derail his family’s plans to celebrate one year in business. Fatburger, in Barrie’s north end,...

Barrie celebrates opening of Lakehead University STEM Hub in downtown

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Barrie has officially entered a new era of post-secondary education. Lakehead University and the City of Barrie celebrated the opening of the Lakehead University Barrie...

Skateboarding rolls into the Troubadour Festival in downtown Barrie

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Skateboards, smiles and a few kickflips brought a little extra energy to downtown Barrie. The Barrie Skateboard Association (BSA) set up an afternoon of fun...

Barrie Dragon Boat Festival brings community to the waterfront

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Paddles up, Barrie! The city’s waterfront was buzzing on Saturday as paddlers, volunteers, families and spectators came together for the annual Barrie Dragon Boat Festival at Heritage...

New paramedic post coming to north Barrie

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A new paramedic post is coming to north Barrie. Pending City of Barrie approval, construction on the post is expected to begin in spring 2027...
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