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Ward 2 race heats up

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Ward 2 is shaping up to be one of Barrie's most closely watched races in the 2026 municipal election. Incumbent Coun. Craig Nixon is seeking...

City unveils first rendering of new Letitia Heights library branch

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The Barrie Public Library is beginning a new chapter. The City of Barrie has released the first rendering of the future Letitia Heights branch of...

OC Transpo admits O-Train work has been ‘disruptive and time consuming’

Municipal News Anna Dodd Anna Dodd -
At a June 11 City of Ottawa Transit Committee meeting, OC Transpo representatives expressed their appreciation for everyone’s patience as upgrades to the O-Train...

Residents push back against major Barrie south development proposal

Barrie Stephen J. Donkers Stephen J. Donkers -
How tall is too tall? A proposed high-density development on Essa Road is facing strong opposition from area residents, who argue the project is...

More affordable housing planned for Barrie

Barrie Stephen J. Donkers Stephen J. Donkers -
Another 69 affordable housing units are coming to Barrie. Mayor Alex Nuttall announced on May 21 that two new apartment rental developments will bring a...
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This Week in Barrie: Week of October 26

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Special interest groups shouldn’t get to choose our city councillors

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