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Catch Championship Baseball Action as Baycats Launch Their Season May 15th

Alright folks, listen up! Summer’s practically knockin’ at the door, and you know what that means? Real baseball is back! Forget the big leagues for a night, ’cause the heart of the game beats right here in Barrie. Your Barrie Baycats, the reigning champs, are ready to kick things off right for their home opener.

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Record Food Bank Use Isn’t Just About Groceries Anymore

Record numbers flooding Canadian food banks signal more than just hunger; they act as a stark economic indicator, a modern ‘canary in the coal mine’ warning of deep cracks in the nation’s affordability and social safety net. Across Canada, the demand for emergency food assistance has reached unprecedented levels. Food Banks Canada reported a staggering

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Culinary Tourism: Will Barrie Foodies Travel to Explore Asian Cuisine?

It seems the world has developed an insatiable appetite for adventure, not just for the eyes, but thrillingly, for the palate. A recent glimpse into the crystal ball of gastronomy, courtesy of the Luxury Group by Marriott International’s ‘Future of Luxury Food Travel 2025’ report, reveals that culinary tourism isn’t just simmering; it’s positively bubbling

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OPP Look to React Fast & Furiously Against Stunt Driving

As warmer temperatures settle across Ontario, the provincial authorities are signalling a significant shift in gears, preparing for an intensified crackdown on the rising tide of illegal car rallies and stunt driving incidents that plague communities. These unsanctioned gatherings, frequently spilling out from online coordination into public spaces, are now squarely in the sights of

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Barrie Watches Closely As The Const Pierzchala Trial Nears Its End

In a quiet courthouse in Cayuga, Ontario, the wheels of justice turn, drawing the concerned attention of communities far beyond its immediate locale, particularly residents of Barrie. Closing arguments are now being heard in the trial concerning the death of Ontario Provincial Police Constable Grzegorz Pierzchala, an event that occurred over two years ago but

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Why Barrie Wine Lovers Are Raising a Glass to Local VQA Bottles

It seems almost serendipitous, doesn’t it? How moments of global friction can ripple outwards, creating unexpected opportunities right in our own neighbourhoods. For Barrie residents with a fondness for a well-crafted glass of wine, recent trade shifts have unveiled a delightful silver lining: a burgeoning chance to explore the exquisite world of Ontario VQA wines,

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Botree and White Tuque Aim to Build Corporate Cyber Resilience

In a digital landscape riddled with ever-evolving threats, the human element remains a critical vulnerability—or asset—in corporate defence. Botree Inc. is making a calculated move, announcing a significant partnership aimed squarely at transforming employees from potential risks into robust lines of cyber defence through enhanced employee training. Botree Inc., known for its Level-Up™ Training System,

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Special Ballot Explained: Deadlines and Options for Voters

The avenues for participating in the federal election before the official polling day are narrowing. With advance polls having concluded on Monday, attention now shifts to the final methods available for early voting, primarily through the special ballot system administered by Elections Canada. A critical deadline looms, demanding prompt action from electors requiring these alternatives.

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