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Barrie police are investigating bones found in a local park linked to a missing person case and are searching for a loose dog responsible for attacks, including one on a child. A local roofing company is expanding its services in Simcoe County and Muskoka with competitive rates.

Barrie police are investigating bones found in a local park and searching for a dangerous dog after attacks, including one on a child. A roofing company is also gaining attention for its competitive rates and transparency in Simcoe County and Muskoka.

Barrie residents should prepare for extreme weather as officials warn of more frequent storms and heatwaves, while a car crash into a Domino’s Pizza location raises concerns about road safety. The city also promotes the ParticipACTION Challenge to boost physical activity and tackle seasonal allergies linked to high pollen levels.

Barrie residents should be aware of a Domino’s Pizza crash causing traffic delays and a high pollen count due to seasonal allergies. The city is also promoting the ParticipACTION Challenge and welcoming the start of the Troubadour Festival at Barrie Beach Park.

Barrie's mayor urges province to tackle downtown meth clinics as public safety concerns rise, while the city tightens zoning rules to curb illegal retail operations. The annual Barrie Auto Show and Juno Award-winning group at the Troubadour Festival highlight the city's vibrant summer events.

Barrie's mayor has called for increased provincial action against meth clinics in the downtown area, while city officials push for stricter zoning rules in retail zones. The annual auto show at Georgian College is gaining momentum, highlighting student-led initiatives and community engagement.

Barrie officials announce a provincial grant to expand the Friday Harbour holiday market, set to open in late November, while a local man faces charges in a child exploitation case. The Troubadour Festival kicks off today at Friday Harbour with music, food, and family activities expected to boost the local economy.

Barrie's Barrie Theatre Festival kicks off with short-form shows, comedy, and local storytelling at the historic theatre. Oakville Trafalgar faces Barrie in the OFSAA rugby opener, while Wellness Weekend invites residents to enjoy parks and outdoor activities.

Barrie residents are dealing with wildfire evacuations from northern Ontario, while the city pushes forward with plans to become Canada’s most active community through new recreational initiatives. Meanwhile, tensions rise over cannabis dispensary regulations and debates continue on implementing a zero tolerance policy for open drug use in downtown Barrie.

Barrie residents are debating the city's zero-tolerance drug policy amid tensions with Orillia and preparing for a public meeting on illegal dispensaries. Construction on the Lakehead STEM Hub is moving forward, set to open next year and create hundreds of jobs.

Barrie — A man faces second-degree murder charges after a stabbing in downtown Barrie, while a motorcyclist was injured in a collision on Harvie Road. A local jet-ski business is also under scrutiny as plans for controversial dock relocation spark community debate.

Barrie police are searching for three missing individuals: a 28-year-old male near the waterfront, a 17-year-old female from downtown, and a 65-year-old man who vanished on a morning walk. The city also announces a four-month closure of Huronia Road for infrastructure upgrades and alerts about PA Day schedule changes in Simcoe-Muskoka schools.

Barrie's fire department launched a teen engagement program focused on fire safety education and hands-on training, partnering with local schools. Barrie Mayor Nuttall raised concerns about Simcoe County's $2 million affordable housing fund, calling for transparency and faster action.

Barrie police arrest suspect in Five Points homicide, seize another downtown suspect linked to violent crime, and investigate a third incident as community braces for summer. Local officials shift focus to summer preparations as schools close and residents plan outdoor activities.

Barrie police arrest suspect in Five Points stabbing, increase patrols following fatal incident, and continue investigating downtown homicides with witness support. Local students plant "living legacy" garden at downtown school to promote environmental awareness and community engagement.

Barrie's Local Wire update covers rising ER wait times in Barrie and Simcoe County, bus replacements on the Barrie Line, and a $50 million defence sector incentive program. The episode also highlights Seniors Month events and Project Starter's success in recovering stolen vehicles from shipping containers.

Barrie residents are facing longer ER wait times at local hospitals, with officials warning of potential system strain, while transit changes see buses replace trains on the Barrie Line. The city also announced a $50 million defence innovation incentive to boost high-paying jobs and tackle stolen vehicles through a unique container recovery initiative.

Barrie city officials are considering a 30-storey waterfront highrise development that could reshape the downtown skyline, while a potential sports stadium project near the downtown area awaits council approval. Public safety updates include lifted Code Grey alerts at local hospitals and a wanted man on the run near Barrie Road.

Barrie — A local judge accepted a plea bargain in a high-profile drunk driving case involving a Barrie man, while a cyclist was hospitalized in a collision south of Collingwood. Barrie residents also joined a provincewide strike by community workers demanding better pay and conditions.

Barrie police dismantled an international extortion ring targeting the South Asian community as part of the Extortion Task Force. The city also opened a new hyperbaric clinic to ease healthcare strain, and local artists will perform as opening acts for The Road Hammers at the Troubadour Summer Concert Series.

Barrie police dismantled an international extortion network targeting the South Asian community as part of the Extortion Task Force operation. Barrie and First Nations leaders signed an agreement for a major hydro project connecting Barrie to Sudbury, with details on funding and timelines to follow.

Barrie's Local Wire update covers the Barrie-to-Sudbury hydro project agreement between First Nations and the province, Barrie police budget deficit, and the spread of garlic mustard in local parks. The episode also highlights a new children’s book on grief and summer launch plans.

Barrie's Local Wire update covers the Barrie-to-Sudbury hydro project agreement between First Nations and the province, Barrie police budget deficit, and the Troubadour Festival in Innisfil. The episode also highlights a new children’s book by a Barrie author addressing grief and mental health.

Barrie's Local Wire update covers a denied plea deal for a mother in a drunk driving crash, YIMBY Week events promoting affordable housing, and Lorne Jack's Tent City project gaining momentum. The episode highlights legal accountability, housing advocacy, and community resilience in Barrie.

Barrie's latest Local Wire update covers the city's new tourism strategy for Innisfil, provincial festival funding including the Barrie Fair, and Collingwood's YIMBY Week. The episode also highlights a tribute to hockey legend Mark Burns and recognition of longtime community leader Anita Masson.