Possible explosives found inside RV after 16 hour standoff in Barrie, Ont. parking lot
Several apparent homemade explosive devices were found inside an RV where an allegedly armed man had barricaded himself for 16 hours, forcing evacuations in the north end of Barrie, police said.
Tue, 19 Nov 2024 12:35:00 -0500
Coalition of councillors oppose use of notwithstanding clause to deal with encampments
Weeks after more than a dozen mayors, including Barrie mayor Alex Nuttall, signed a letter to Premier Doug Ford asking him to consider using the notwithstanding clause as cities struggle with how to handle growing encampments, a coalition of councillors are speaking out against its potential use.
Wed, 20 Nov 2024 18:18:38 -0500
Winter patios coming to downtown Barrie
With some milder winters in recent years Barrie city councillors are exploring if there's an appetite to dine outdoors in the coldest months of the year.
Wed, 20 Nov 2024 22:01:38 -0500
Contraband valued at over $101K seized at Gravenhurst, Ont. prison
Officials say staff at a Gravenhurst prison seized a package containing contraband, including tobacco and crystal methamphetamine, with an estimated institutional value of nearly $102,000 from a suspected drone drop.
Wed, 20 Nov 2024 09:29:00 -0500
Frustration grows amongst Canada Post workers in Simcoe County
Another day on the picket line as the frustration among Canada Post workers continues to grow across Simcoe County.
Wed, 20 Nov 2024 17:11:00 -0500
Young 'high miler' charged with speeding 188km/h on Hwy 400
A young driver may be taking public transit for the next month after police charged him with stunt driving along Highway 400.
Wed, 20 Nov 2024 07:17:36 -0500
Sarah McLachlan's Canadian tour cancelled due to health reasons
Less than a month after postponing her concert at Casino Rama Resort, Sarah McLachlan announced her Fumbling Towards Ecstasy 30th Anniversary Canadian Tour is cancelled.
Wed, 20 Nov 2024 07:40:00 -0500
A project with a purpose: Addressing climate challenges in Barrie
Residents may have noticed increased construction at one of Barrie's most iconic waterfront spots, Heritage Park.
Wed, 20 Nov 2024 16:29:00 -0500
Woman accused of blowing 2x over the legal alcohol limit arrested for impaired driving
An Oro-Medonte woman accused of blowing two times over the legal alcohol limit has been charged.
Wed, 20 Nov 2024 11:37:07 -0500
16-year-olds arrested after weapon-related investigation at Caledon high school
Two 16-year-olds from Brampton faces several weapons-related charges following an incident at a Caledon high school Tuesday afternoon that prompted police to initiate a lockdown.
Tue, 19 Nov 2024 14:32:00 -0500
Youth sprayed with bear mace by thieves stealing bike: OPP
Two males accused of using bear mace to steal a bike from a youth in Wasaga Beach are wanted by police.
Wed, 20 Nov 2024 11:46:37 -0500
Construction progress on County Road 4 in Bradford West Gwillimbury
Construction crews are making steady progress on County Road 4 in Bradford West Gwillimbury after a full closure that began last month.
Wed, 20 Nov 2024 10:00:00 -0500
Special GO train service added to accommodate Taylor Swift concert-goers
‘Swifties’ will be able to avoid the drive to Toronto and the hassle of parking and instead take the GO train from Barrie, with special rail services added for the Taylor Swift Eras Tour concert series.
Wed, 13 Nov 2024 13:04:00 -0500
Gordon Lightfoot's 'Sundown' guitar sells for US$350,000 in auction
Gordon Lightfoot's treasured "Sundown" guitar will remain in Canadian hands after it sold for US$350,000 in an estate auction over the weekend.
Wed, 20 Nov 2024 07:46:00 -0500
$7.2 million reconstruction project on Laclie Street complete
The second phase of the $7.2 million reconstruction project in Orillia has wrapped.
Tue, 19 Nov 2024 12:11:00 -0500
One person seriously injured in possible hit-and-run in Barrie
Police in Barrie are investigating what they believe could be a hit-and-run after an individual was found in the city’s north end Tuesday morning with serious injuries.
Tue, 19 Nov 2024 10:42:00 -0500
U.S. woman denied parole 30 years after drowning 2 sons by rolling car into South Carolina lake
A parole board decided unanimously Wednesday that Susan Smith should remain in prison 30 years after she killed her sons by rolling her car into a South Carolina lake while they were strapped in their car seats.
Wed, 20 Nov 2024 08:56:00 -0500
Toyota Highlander tops list of most stolen vehicles in 2023: Equite Association
In Canada a car is stolen every six minutes, though some vehicles are more sought after than others.
Tue, 19 Nov 2024 11:55:00 -0500
Man robbed at gunpoint after suspects crashed into his vehicle on Hwy. 410 in Brampton: OPP
Ontario Provincial Police are investigating after a man was robbed at gunpoint on Highway 410 in Brampton.
Wed, 20 Nov 2024 06:56:00 -0500
Gravel truck driver charged after rollover collision
Provincial police are investigating a gravel truck rollover in Kawartha Lakes Tuesday morning.
Tue, 19 Nov 2024 09:52:12 -0500