Today’s top- stories for Barrie residents.
Alright, let me tell ya! The Barrie Colts pulled a rabbit outta the hat Saturday night, didn’t they? After gettin’ shelled 9-4 on the road in Game 4 – a real stinker – they come back home to the Sadlon Arena and gut out a win in overtime. That’s hockey, kids! Now they’re up 3-2 […]
Aitcheson the Hero! Barrie Colts Snatch Game 5 OT Win, Eye Series Victory Read More »
The spectre of a once-eliminated illness looms large over Ontario, with a significant measles outbreak now numbering 925 cases province-wide. While the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit has not reported local cases stemming from this outbreak yet, the geographic spread brings the risk uncomfortably close to home for Barrie residents, demanding heightened awareness and preventative
Neighbouring Health Unit Confirms Measles Cases Read More »
Let me tell ya, folks, this is how you do it! While the Barrie Colts are battling it out in the playoffs, trying to bring home the hardware like good Canadian kids should, they’re also locking things down off the ice. News flash: the Colts and the City of Barrie are signing a brand new,
Forget the Rumours The Barrie Colts Aren’t Going Anywhere! Read More »
The daily itinerary of a federal party leader during an election campaign often resembles a meticulously planned military operation, yet tracking their movements can feel akin to a national game of Where’s Waldo. Pinpointing their location on any given day, such as a hypothetical Saturday like April 19th, offers a glimpse into the complex machinery
Campaign Calculus: Leader Appearances as Strategic Moves Read More »
An ice storm’s cold grip can bring an entire community to a standstill, a reality Barrie residents know all too well. The frigid morning of March 30 left Barrie shrouded in thick sheets of ice, its once-bustling streets now dotted with fallen trees and blocked pathways. The storm’s aftermath revealed not just the fragility of
Preparing for the Worst When Ice Storms Hit Read More »
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
Barrie Real Estate March Metrics Unveiled Read More »
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
What the Colts Must Change to Win Game 5 Read More »
The kitchen, a place of comfort and creativity, can quickly become a source of concern. That’s especially true this week as Canada faces a string of alarming food recalls issued by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA). In a stunning array of recalls, products ranging from pantry staples to frozen meals have been flagged for
Food Safety Alert: What Barrie Residents Must Know Read More »
The first official French-language debate of the 2025 federal election campaign unfolded in Montreal on April 16th, less than a fortnight before the scheduled April 28th vote. While the anticipated confrontations between the principal contenders, Liberal leader Mark Carney and Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre, largely failed to materialize, the evening was not devoid of pointed
Who Landed Blows in Canada’s French Election Debate? Read More »
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,
Local Police K9 Unit Apprehends Young Offender Read More »