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Driver charged with stunt driving for allegedly speeding 116km/h in 60 zone
A driver from New Lowell accused of speeding nearly double the posted limit on his way to work over the weekend has lost his licence for a month.
Missing Barrie girl located, police confirm
Barrie police say a 14-year-old girl reported missing over the weekend has been located.
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Teen's road test halted by stunt driving charge
A 17-year-old driver failed their road test before it even began after being stopped by police in a community safety zone.
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Lone sailor trapped in ice sparks concern in Southern Georgian Bay
A lone sailor living on a sailboat trapped in the Georgian Bay ice has sparked concern among Penetanguishene residents.
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Canada Post stamps just got more expensive
Canada Post is raising the price of stamps, starting today. Stamps purchased in a booklet, coil or pane will cost 25 cents more at $1.24 per stamp. The price of a single domestic stamp is now $1.44, up from $1.15.
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Twelve of Barrie’s finest chefs compete for 'Top Chef' title
Twelve of Barrie’s finest chefs competed for the coveted title of "Top Chef Barrie" on Saturday.
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Seniors evacuated from Barrie retirement community
More than 100 seniors were evacuated on a chilly Friday afternoon after fire crews were called to a Barrie retirement community in the city’s north end.
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'I didn't want to go cold turkey:' Environment Canada's David Phillips on why he keeps working after retirement
When Environment Canada Senior Climatologist David Phillips retired this past September, he wasn’t quite ready to call it a career.
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Blue Mountain Resort launches free night skiing program for youth
Locals are invited to experience the thrill of free night skiing and snowboarding at Blue Mountain with the launch of the Second Tracks Program.
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Man wanted on Canadian Border Services Agency warrant pulled over on Highway 400
A routine traffic stop by Orillia police resulted in several charges for one driver.
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Traffic light destroyed during crash, impaired driving charges laid
Police in Collingwood have arrested and charged a man after he was allegedly under the influence of alcohol when he crashed into a traffic light.
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Third person charged in daytime theft at Gravenhurst legion
Police have charged a third person in connection to a daytime theft at a legion in Gravenhurst.
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Snowboarders showcase skill at provincial Slopestyle series
The legendary Junkyard Terrain Park at Mount St. Louis Moonstone was alive with skill and excitement on Saturday.
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Teen allegedly hit by vehicle while being pulled on GT Racer sled: OPP
Police in Orillia are investigating an incident that left a 14-year-old in the hospital after they were injured while being pulled on a GT Racer sled.
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Fisherman rescued from Lake Simcoe in Innisfil
A fisherman had a close call on Lake Simcoe after becoming stranded on an ice flow off the 30th Sideroad in Innisfil Friday.
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New warming centre offers 10 more beds in Barrie
A new 24/7 warming centre is opening on Tiffin Street in Barrie when temperatures dip below -10C.
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Snowboarders showcase skill at provincial Slopestyle series
The legendary Junkyard Terrain Park at Mount St. Louis Moonstone was alive with skill and excitement on Saturday.
Twelve of Barrie’s finest chefs compete for 'Top Chef' title
Twelve of Barrie’s finest chefs competed for the coveted title of "Top Chef Barrie" on Saturday.
Empower Simcoe opens new EarlyON Centre amid growing demand
Empower Simcoe has officially opened its new EarlyON Child and Family Centre in Thornton, marking a significant expansion of its services for families and children in Simcoe County.
Snow Valley skiers and boarders helped support Elmvale Food Bank
Snow Valley's Lift Ticket campaign raised cash and food for local food bank.
Try out a Barrie fitness centre for free
Three chances to find a fitness facility and program in Barrie this week.
Blue Mountains ski shop a cornerstone of the community for nearly 60 years
For nearly 60 years, Squire John’s has been a cornerstone of the community, combining a love for the outdoors with a commitment to customer care in the Town of the Blue Mountains.
Central Ontario manufacturer gives $50K to area food banks
Buchner Manufacturing donated $50K to several Ontario food banks, including two in central Ontario.
Couple welcomes 1st baby born in 2025 in Muskoka
Three days into 2025, Muskoka Algonquin Healthcare celebrated its first baby born of the new year.
New Year's Day Polar Plunge in the frigid waters of Kempenfelt Bay
150 people joined together to celebrate New Year's Day in a frigid Kempenfelt Bay.
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Alberta premier talks about 'tariff-free relationship' with the U.S.
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith said her conversations with U.S. President Donald Trump went well, but the leader's tariff threat has not been averted.
Canada Post stamps just got more expensive
Canada Post is raising the price of stamps, starting today. Stamps purchased in a booklet, coil or pane will cost 25 cents more at $1.24 per stamp. The price of a single domestic stamp is now $1.44, up from $1.15.
Bishop's students allege teacher uses degrading terms, university doing nothing
Students at Bishop's University in Sherbrooke, Que., say they're shocked and appalled by the school's apparent lack of action over a teacher they allege has been using derogatory language in her classroom for years.
Minister makes first trip to Syrian border area after Assad regime ends
International Development Minister Ahmed Hussen and MP Omar Alghabra have made the first Canadian delegation visit to the border region of Turkey and Syria since the fall of the Bashar Assad regime in Syria.
Weekend announcements narrow field of high-profile Liberal leadership prospects
As a race to elect a new Liberal leader quickly approaches, a high-profile candidate appears set to throw their hat into the ring.
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BREAKING Hillcrest High School locked down after teenager stabbed
Police are investigating after a teenage boy was stabbed at an Ottawa high school on Tuesday morning.
Ottawa driver's Jaguar SUV held for months during dispute between tow truck company, insurance provider
An Ottawa driver is speaking out after her vehicle was towed from a crash scene in early November and held for months during a dispute between a local tow truck company and insurance provider.
Canadians' financial stress ramping up despite interest rate cuts: insolvency firm
Half of Canadians are $200 or less away from being unable to cover their monthly bills and debt payments, according to MNP Ltd.'s quarterly report on consumer debt.
Magnitude 6.9 earthquake rattles southwestern Japan as tsunami threat declared over
A strong earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 6.9 hit southwestern Japan on Monday, triggering public warnings to stay away from coastal areas because of a tsunami advisory, which was later called off.
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