Op-ed / Rant

Barrie’s real estate market has been riding the waves of change, showcasing varying trends that reveal how the city’s housing sector is evolving. March 2025 marked a notable moment in Barrie’s housing landscape as recent data from the Barrie and District Association of Realtors highlighted a 27.51% year-over-year drop in total home sales compared to […]

After a punishing Game 4 in Kingston, the Colts return to familiar ice with a critical challenge: reclaiming their momentum in the Eastern Conference semifinals. Saturday night’s Game 5 between the Barrie Colts and Kingston Frontenacs has all the hallmarks of a pivotal moment. Following a disheartening 9-4 loss in Game 4, the series sits

For Canadians dreaming of international exploration in 2025, prevailing economic currents suggest significant opportunities for value. As global travel continues its recovery, specific destinations are emerging where favourable conditions align, potentially stretching the Canadian dollar further than anticipated. Understanding these budget travel trends reveals pathways to experiencing rich cultures and stunning landscapes without exorbitant costs.

A routine Wednesday afternoon in a quiet south Barrie neighbourhood shifted focus as the specialized skills of the Barrie Police K9 Unit were deployed, culminating in the apprehension of a young individual. The operation highlighted the coordinated efforts involved in local policing and the specific capabilities these trained canine teams bring to law enforcement tactics,

Perhaps there is no more exquisite form of modern torture than knowing, or perhaps merely suspecting, that one possessed a passport to profound wealth, only to misplace it like so much pocket lint. Such is the potential drama unfolding in Ontario, where a $5 million Lotto 6/49 prize, a sum that could reshape a life

Once a hallmark of aristocratic leisure, afternoon tea has undergone a transformation. Today, it’s an opportunity for creativity, personalization, and fun without the hefty price tag of dining out. Centuries after the Duchess of Bedford first bridged the hunger gap between lunch and dinner with tea and snacks, modern hosts are reinventing this timeless tradition.

The hum of an air fryer has become a familiar soundtrack in Barrie kitchens, offering a fast, healthier alternative to traditional cooking methods. Yet, lurking behind the convenience is a cautionary tale about safety and the foods you should avoid putting in this popular gadget. Air fryers have revolutionized modern cooking, promising quicker meals with

The absence of answers is a heavy weight—and for the residents of Barrie, that weight is embodied in the search for Olivia, a 17-year-old girl who has vanished without a trace. Barrie police are urgently seeking information in the disappearance of Olivia, whose last name has been withheld for privacy. The circumstances of her case